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Xindian新店區
Spend half a day to see Bitan lake and a short hike; add a night if you want a local stay or night market.
Xindian is a suburban district of New Taipei with a lakeside park, easy MRT access and nearby mountain trails. It works as a quick nature break from Taipei or a base for a night stay.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- TWD
- Best months
- Oct–Apr
- avoid Jul–Aug (heat, typhoons)
- Airport
- TPE
- Nights
- 0–1
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Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Taiwan ↗Check visa-exemption length, passport validity and the online arrival card (TWAC) on the official sites before you fly.
- Taiwan ↗An EasyCard (or iPASS) covers MRT, buses, local trains and many convenience-store purchases; buy one at the airport or a station.
- Taiwan ↗When a local government declares a typhoon day, transport and sights can close for the day; follow the official notice, not the forecast alone.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Xindian110 ▾
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
- Tourism helpline0800-011-765
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Xindian, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Night markets, breakfast shops and many small restaurants take cash only; carry NT$1,000–2,000 (≈ US$35–70) in small notes.Taiwan-wide
- SIM or eSIMChunghwa Telecom, Taiwan Mobile and FarEasTone sell tourist SIMs and eSIMs at TPE and KHH arrivals…Taiwan-wide
- Tap waterTreated at source, but locals boil or filter it.Taiwan-wide
- TippingRestaurants: No tip; a 10% service charge appears in many sit-down places and hotels.Taiwan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 110 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Taiwan-wide
- SafetyXindian is generally safe; stay alert on busy MRT platforms and follow local traffic rules.
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- RestroomsFree, clean toilets in every MRT station, convenience stores and department stores; paper goes in the toilet in most new buildings — follow the sign.Taiwan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance · 0800-011-765 Tourism helpline (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany museums close on Monday (the National Palace Museum opens daily).Taiwan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportcheckTPE Taoyuan International (Bus 1968 to Xindian MRT, runs 04:40–23:00; about 1 h 15 min (check).).TPE Taoyuan International (Bus 1968 to Xindian MRT, runs 4:40 AM–11:00 PM; about 1 h 15 min (check).).
- Getting aroundMRT Xindian (Green) line and Xiao Bitan (Light Green) line serve the district; city buses connect to Taipei.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at Bitan cafésNT$120–200 (≈ US$4–7)
- Metro or bus rideMRT single rideNT$20–40 (≈ US$1–2) (check)
- Museum or sight ticketEntry to White Terror MemorialFree
- Budget bedHostel dorm bed, a night, per personNT$600 (≈ US$20)
- Mid-range bedBusiness hotel double room, a night, per roomNT$3,500 (≈ US$120)
- High-end bedBusiness hotel double room, a night, per roomNT$5,000 (≈ US$170)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget NT$700 (≈ US$25) · Mid NT$1,200 (≈ US$40) · High NT$2,000 (≈ US$70)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- TPE Taoyuan International (Bus 1968 to Xindian MRT, runs 04:40–23:00; about 1 h 15 min (check).)TPE Taoyuan International (Bus 1968 to Xindian MRT, runs 4:40 AM–11:00 PM; about 1 h 15 min (check).)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Feb
Best
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Mar
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Apr
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
May
not flagged
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jun
not flagged
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
not flagged
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Nov
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Dec
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Best: Oct–Apr. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C) low), wettest Jul (12 rain days), driest Feb (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Xindian: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
7 rd
Feb
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
6 rd
Mar
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
7 rd
Apr
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
6 rd
May
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
8 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
10 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
12 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
11 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
9 rd
Oct
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
7 rd
Nov
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
6 rd
Dec
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
7 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
MRT Xindian (Green) line and Xiao Bitan (Light Green) line serve the district; city buses connect to Taipei. Walks to Bitan and trails are under 20 min.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Bitan Lake
goDoor to door: 15 min total
MRT Xindian to Bitan station, 5 min walk
Rent paddle boats or enjoy lakeside cafés.
Wufeng Shan (Five Peak Mountain)
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Bus 839 to Zhongxing Rd, then trailhead walk
Moderate hike with city views.
Wulai hot springs
cautionDoor to door: ≈1 h
Bus 862 from Xindian MRT, about 30 min
Check opening of hot‑spring facilities.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
China Trust Hotel
Mid‑range business hotel near Dapinglin MRT; good for one night.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- NT$500–800 (≈ US$17–30) excl. bed
- Mid
- NT$800–1,200 (≈ US$30–40) excl. bed
- High
- NT$1,200 (≈ US$40)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Business hotel single room1 × 1 night × NT$1,500 | NT$1,500 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × NT$700 | NT$700 |
| Bus 1968 Taoyuan → Xindian, one way1 × NT$150 · check | NT$150 |
| MRT day pass1 × NT$150 | NT$150 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | NT$250 |
| Trip total≈ NT$2,750 per person per day, bed included | NT$2,750≈ US$95 |
2026 estimate in TWD; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at Bitan cafés | NT$120–200 (≈ US$4–7) |
| Paddle boat hire (30 min) | NT$200–300 (≈ US$7–10) |
| MRT single ride | NT$20–40 (≈ US$1–2) (check) |
| Bus fare within Xindian | NT$15–30 (≈ under US$1) |
| Entry to White Terror Memorial | Free |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Bitan lake cafés can be pricey; check menus.
- Dragon‑boat race dates follow the lunar calendar; verify schedule.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
- Tourism helpline
- 0800-011-765
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Xindian新店區
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Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
- Tourism helpline0800-011-765
Embassy
US consulate in Taipei; other embassies in Taipei.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Taoyuan → Xindian (bus 1968): about NT$150 (≈ US$5), 1 h 15 min (check)
- MRT Xindian line day pass: NT$150 (≈ US$5) per person
- Bus 839 to Wufeng Shan trailhead: NT$30 (≈ under US$1) per ride
Say or show
- 對不起 — Excuse me / Sorry (duìbuqǐ)
- 謝謝 — Thank you (xièxiè)
- 多少錢？ — How much is it? (duōshǎo qián?)
- 洗手間在哪裡？ — Where is the bathroom? (xǐshǒujiān zài nǎlǐ?)
- 可以刷卡嗎？ — Can I pay by card? (kěyǐ shuākǎ ma?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Xindian. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Apr · avoid Jul–Aug (heat, typhoons) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- MRT‑to‑hotel contract for China Trust Hotel; last MRT train 00:30, taxi fallback.
- Bike‑share stations near Bitan for quick lake rides.
- Add a night for night‑market food at Dapinglin.
Sources
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