九份老街

Jiufen Old Street

jiǔ fèn lǎo jiē

Climb lantern-lit lanes through a former gold-mining town, stopping for teahouses, taro balls and wide mountain-and-sea views.

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Why it's worth your time

Why it's worth your time

Jiufen compresses mountain views, steep historic lanes, teahouses and distinctive local snacks into a rewarding half-day stop outside Taipei.

What it feels like

What it feels like

The old street is narrow, stepped and busy, with glimpses of the coast opening between shopfronts and tea houses. Arriving earlier gives you more room to notice the hillside setting; staying later shifts the experience toward lantern-lit lanes and a slower tea break.

How to get there

Let the station name do the talking.

Location
No. 89, Qiche Rd., Ruifang District, New Taipei City

Ruifang Railway Station →
From outside Ruifang Railway Station, take a local bus toward Jiufen Old Street. Allow extra time on busy weekends.

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Visitor tips

  • Visit on a weekday morning or stay into the evening for quieter lanes.
  • Wear shoes with good grip: the old street has many stairs and can be slippery after rain.
  • Use public transport when possible because mountain roads and parking get busy.

A simple way to visit

A simple way to visit

  1. Enter from the old-street bus stop
  2. Walk Jishan Street and try one local snack
  3. Climb toward a teahouse or viewpoint
  4. Return before your chosen bus connection

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Nearby bites

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芋圓 · Dessert

Jiufen Taro Balls

yù yuán

Chewy taro and sweet-potato dumplings served warm in syrup or chilled over ice - Jiufen's signature mountain-town dessert.

Vegetarian-friendly

魚丸湯 · Soup

Fish Ball Soup

yú wán tāng

Springy handmade fish balls in a light, savory broth. Jiufen shops may also serve Fuzhou-style balls with a juicy pork filling.

草仔粿 · Snack

Herbal Rice Cake

cǎo zǎi guǒ

A soft, chewy green rice cake scented with local herbs. Fillings range from savory preserved radish to sweet red bean.

地瓜球 · Dessert

Sweet Potato Balls

dì guā qiú

Golden hollow puffs made from sweet potato and tapioca starch, fried until crisp outside and chewy inside.

Vegetarian-friendly