North coast day trip from Taipei: Yehliu, Keelung, and an easy coastal trail
A practical north-coast planner—choose one scenery anchor (geopark or coastal walk), then finish with Keelung night-market dinner for a complete day.
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A high-payoff day trip that balances scenery with food: do one coastal anchor in the afternoon, then finish with Keelung’s famous night market in the evening.
Best for
Nature + food lovers, trips 4+ days
Pace
Moderate (but flexible)
Rule
Pick one coastal anchor
Highlights
- One anchor + one add-on keeps the day spacious
- Big nature contrast to Taipei city days
- A complete day narrative: coast → dinner mission
Morning: keep Taipei simple
Start with a relaxed Taipei morning. Don’t stack a big city-side plan before a day trip—your day will feel better if you keep the energy for the coast.
- Easy breakfast
- Short walk or coffee
- Head out before peak crowds
Afternoon: choose one scenery anchor
Pick one main coastal stop. The day trip feels best when you actually have time to walk, pause, and take photos without rushing.
- Option A: Yehliu Geopark for geology and iconic formations
- Option B: Bitou Cape for an easy coastal trail and open views
- Option C: Heping Island Park for dramatic sea rocks and ocean-air views
- Optional quick add-on: Bitoujiao Lighthouse (if it fits naturally)
- Photo add-on: Zhengbin Fishing Harbor (quick stop)
Evening: Keelung dinner mission
Finish in Keelung. This is the ‘reward’ that makes the day feel complete—arrive hungry, graze slowly, and treat it as your main evening plan.
- Eat small portions so you can sample more
- Hydrate and don’t rush the last hour
- Head back to Taipei when you feel satisfied, not stuffed
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Ready to plan your next stop?
Start with a simple loop: one neighborhood stroll, one iconic sight, and one night market. Taipei rewards balance.
Tip: hours, prices, and seasonal schedules can change. When something matters (like a museum ticket or a special exhibition), check the official listing before you go.