Baimiwong Fort
Compared to the other historic forts in the area, Baimiwong is relatively small. However, what it lacks in size, it makes up for in breathtaking views. Featuring long-standing gun emplacements and rolling green hills, the Qing Dynasty fort is also an ideal site to watch fishing boats heading to Keelung Islet or huge cargo ships departing from Keelung Harbor. On the left side of the fort you will see three enormous chimneys extending from a thermal power plant, a landmark in Keelung, while the back of the fort offers a perfect view of the harbor. The historical site and prosperous harbor form an interesting contrast, providing visitors with a fascinating perspective on the passing of time. On weekdays, few people tend to visit the fort, making it an excellent place to collect your thoughts and enjoy some splendid isolation.
Jiufen Old Street
Though officially a part of New Taipei City's Ruifang District, Jiufen is located not far from Keelung. Jiufen Old Street is one of the most famous tourist spots in Northern Taiwan — and for good reason. This small village, which is located on a mountainside, became famous as the place where the movie "A City of Sadness" was filmed. However, many Japanese tourists also visit it as it was used as a model for the village in the Oscar-winning animated film "Spirited Away."
The old-fashioned buildings give Jiufen a wonderful nostalgic atmosphere. And when the sky darkens, red lanterns light the streets and form a romantic nighttime scene. Although chain stores have replaced many of the traditional shops and stalls, Jiufen Old Street is still the perfect place to try some traditional Taiwanese snacks. Any visitor to Jiufen would be remiss to leave without trying treats such as yu yuan (taro ball), Chinese herbal rice cake or taro sweet potato. And no winter trip to Jiufen is complete without a cup of green tea, enjoyed in a café overlooking the surrounding mountains.
Miaokou Night Market & Badouzih Night Market
Night markets are the beating heart of Taiwan's nightlife. Located near Keelung Railway Station, Miaokou night market is undoubtedly the most bustling nighttime attraction in the area. Numerous food stalls line this market. The most famous snacks in the market are Dinpientso, pao pao ice and crabs cooked in butter. However, as it's a popular tourist spot, the prices in Miaokou can be excessive.
Those on a budget should check out Badouzih night market. You're unlikely to find this night market, which only opens on weekends, in a tourist guidebook, but it is a perfect example of a traditional Taiwanese night market. The best snacks to try there include hot-plate beef, kabobs, freshly made juice and salted chicken.
白米甕砲台
和基隆地區其他歷史性的碉堡相比，白米甕砲台的規模相對小了點。不過它小歸小，但奇巧的景觀卻彌補了這點。這座清朝碉堡有屹立許久的砲盤和滾滾的綠色丘陵，也是觀看漁船駛向基隆嶼和大貨輪駛離基隆港的理想地點。在碉堡左側，你會看到從基隆地標火力發電廠延伸出來的三座大型煙囪，而碉堡後方則是觀賞基隆港的完美地點。這歷史名景和熱鬧港灣形成了有趣的對比，令遊客大興美妙的思古之幽情。週間日前往白米甕砲台的人很少，使這裡成了整理思緒並享受獨處的絕佳地點。
九份老街
雖然九份位於新北市瑞芳區，但離基隆並不遠。九份老街是北台灣最著名的觀光景點之一，而且理由非常充分。這個位於山坡上的小鎮由於是電影《悲情城市》的拍攝地點而聲名大噪；很多日本遊客也會因為奧斯卡得獎動畫片《神隱少女》中的村子是以九份為原型而造訪此地。
老式的建築物給了九份一種美好的懷舊氣氛。當夜幕低垂時，紅燈籠點亮街道，形成了浪漫的夜間景觀。雖然連鎖商店已經取代了許多傳統的店家與攤子，但九份老街仍是品嚐一些台灣傳統點心的絕佳去處。任何來九份的遊客若沒有品嚐芋圓、草仔粿和芋仔蕃薯圓的話就是莫大的損失。而且冬季來九份時，若沒有在俯瞰周圍群山的咖啡廳裡享用一杯綠茶的話，就不算是真的來過九份。
廟口夜市與八斗子夜市
夜市是台灣夜生活的命脈。位於基隆火車站附近的廟口夜市毫無疑問是此地最繁忙的夜間景點。夜市裡並排無數食物攤販，最著名的點心包括鼎邊銼、泡泡冰和奶油螃蟹。不過，由於這裡是超人氣的觀光景點，價位可能會太高。
預算有限的人應該去八斗子夜市瞧瞧。你雖然不太可能會在旅遊手冊中找到這個只在週末營業的夜市，但這是台灣傳統夜市的完美典範。那裡可以吃到最美味的點心，包括鐵板牛肉、烤肉串、現榨果汁和鹽酥雞。
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