Jiufen: A day trip from Keelung
Jiufen is one of the most touristic spots in Taiwan and a must visit place for many travellers. It is barely 15 km away from Keelung and you can easily get there by bus in around 50 minutes (Bus number … Read More
Keelung at night: The 8 spots for a walk
Maritime Plaza Keelung’s heart and soul. Watch the eagles soar, the boats drift in, and the bright neon lights at night. A great spot to relax, eat and watch the world go by before visiting many of the city’s best … Read More
6 must-visit spots for daytime walk
YM Oceanic Culture & Art Museum This museum is much less scientific than the National Museum of Marine Science and Technology. Exhibits (in Mandarin and usually English) include a section dedicated to fishing villages in Taiwan, the history of this … Read More
Eddie’s cafe Et Tiramisu
Three or four years ago, the first time visited Eddie’s coffee, in the halfway, my classmate asked me suspiciously: “Is here the right area to have the coffee shop?! ” Walk into the café, took a bite on the mentioned … Read More
Keelung Culture: City’s red light district
Just a few blocks down from Miaokou Night Market, you can find the red light district of Keelung. Here the lights are dim, storefronts are partially shuttered and people passing through walk hurriedly with umbrellas hiding their eyes. Rocky ledges … Read More
Keelung History in an Alley: Columbus Bar
Keelung’s bar culture started when the US military participated in the Vietnam War. The city became a central location where the soldiers could rest and take a break. Many American soldiers arrived at Keelung Port and helped establish new developments … Read More
An Alley Gem: Ruth C. Coffee
To glimpse a version of Keelungers’ life hidden to most, take a stroll into the alleys. Roll some dice and follow the result; randomly walk into an alley and turn right or left. You will find many unexpected sights. Ruth … Read More
Herb Alley
Many people come to Keelung is to visit the famous Miaokou (gate of the temple) Night Market. In addition to enjoying tasty snacks, there are a lot of interesting hidden attractions near the market. From the side door of Tien-Ji … Read More