Market
Jiufen Old Street
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Jiufen Old Street is the vibrant heart of the mountain town, a narrow, lantern-lit lane that buzzes with activity. Lined with food stalls and souvenir shops, it offers a sensory feast of aromas from sizzling street food like taro balls, fish balls, and peanut ice cream rolls. Visitors can sample local specialties, browse handmade crafts, and soak in the lively atmosphere. The street is especially enchanting in the evening when lanterns glow and crowds thin out, revealing the town's nostalgic charm.
Don't miss
- Try the famous taro balls and peanut ice cream rolls from street vendors
- Shop for handmade souvenirs and traditional snacks
- Experience the street at dusk when lanterns illuminate the lane
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Jiufen Old Street
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inYehliu & Jiufen & Shifen Day Tour (Departure from Ximending)4.8★ · 209 travelers~9 hoursFree cancellationFrom$33 per personSee dates →
Best full dayHalf Day Private Tour to Jiufen, Shifen Waterfall & Pingxi Sky Lantern4.9★ · 414 travelers~6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$99 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate Day Trip to Jiufen, Shifen and Yehliu Park5★ · 30 travelers8–9 hoursFree cancellationFrom$190 per personSee dates →More attractions in Shifen