Top Things to do in Ruifang
What to do and see in Ruifang, New Taipei: The Best Free Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in Ruifang, Taiwan including Nanya Rock Area, Wuer Chahu Shan/Teapot Mountain, Bitoujiao Trail, Bitou Coast Park, Jilong Mountain Hiking Trail, Shenao Elephant Trunk Rock, Elephant Trunk Rock, Keelung Mountain, Chiufen (Jiufen Old Street), Chiufen Shengping Theater.
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1. Nanya Rock Area
2. Wuer Chahu Shan/Teapot Mountain
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 40 reviews
Reviewed By szotdogs - Melbourne, Australia
This might not be the easiest place to get to, but the hike is definitely worth it for the stunning views. You can walk from the Gold Museum, or get a taxi up to the trailhead to shorten the walking time if you wish. I chose the former and the walk will take you along a stair trail that had some cherry blossoms in bloom as a nice bonus. You will have to walk on the road at some point to reach the trailhead but the roads are very quiet so there is no problem in doing so. There are also some nice views as you walk, which will give you an idea as to what to expect when you reach the teapot. The surface of the trail (from the actual trailhead) head varies between loose gravel and larger loose stones, stone steps and smooth dirt. Do take some care on the parts where there are loose stones as it would be very easy land the wrong way and fall. There is a pavilion close to the teapot where you can get some nice views, but since you're so close, why not go to the teapot and climb through it? There are some ropes to help you climb through it, and the opening is fairly narrow so if you are carrying a backpack you might need to remove it and place it overhead at the top of the teapot before you can climb through. Once you're out of the teapot, you will then need to cross a small gap in the teapot and scale down a very short, yet angled rock face to reach the 'end'. There is a rope line as well as foot holds cut out of the rock to help you. However the effort and views are completely worth it! Probably the best views I had in Taiwan were from here. If you go on a weekend there's a very good chance you'll find other people there who will help or encourage you if you need it.
3. Bitoujiao Trail
4. Bitou Coast Park
5. Jilong Mountain Hiking Trail
6. Shenao Elephant Trunk Rock
7. Elephant Trunk Rock
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By matthewkbarnum
This is a short hike but the view of the rock and the surrounding ocean areas is amazing. You can climb onto the trunk of the elephant and take some nice pictures as well! There is no trail, it is kind of just a bunch of rocks that you need to hopping across. Probably not the easiest for people with weak legs or bad balance.
8. Keelung Mountain
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By cherylyeo25 - Singapore, Singapore
it is near to jiufen and short hike up (DEPENDING on fitness level). with wonderful beautiful view of surrounding - mountain sea and cities / village. there are about 3/4 shelters however nothing else on the way up. so bring water, prepare to sweat and be under hot sun (if good weather). so worth it, the view!
9. Chiufen (Jiufen Old Street)
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 5,611 reviews
Reviewed By 1flytheskies - Los Angeles, United States
Jiufen is a foodies paradise. Taste the amazing variety on offer. Onigiri, konpeito, taro balls, tea eggs, pineapple cakes, stinky tofu, king mushrooms, red bean cakes, amazing teas, peanut ice-cream roll, Japanese foods, Taiwanese cuisine—the list is endless. The smell of good cooking permeates the narrow lanes, drawing in unsuspecting visitors, as it did Chihiro’s parents in the movie Spirited Away. Come also to pay homage to Miyazaki’s anime Spirited Away. The parallels between town and movie are many: A Mei Teahouse, which is the inspiration for the bathhouse in the movie. The streets and staircases in the movie, so similar to the architecture of Jiufen. Food in all its wondrous variety. House of Ghost Masks. Remember the three bodiless heads in Yubaba’s living room? Gold. Jiufen was a gold mining. In the movie gold nuggets abound: payment, enticement, everywhere. Tunnels. Remember the opening scene where the family walks through a tunnel? There are many tunnels from the old mining days, most closed to the public. The main street strung with red lanterns. Tips Weekdays will be quieter. 2. Carry an umbrella. Unexpected showers happen. 3. You will enjoy recognizing the parallels between Spirited Away and the town if you watch the movie beforehand.
10. Chiufen Shengping Theater
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 84 reviews
Reviewed By Jo-AnnKYTan - Shanghai, China
Awesome little theater. Well kept. Good knowledge for tourists. Started in 1934 it was a cinema and a place for opera performances. I loved the wooden chairs. Even in the olden days, the VIP section on the first floor consisted of wooden chairs!
