Houtong Cat Village
猴洞貓村
Parking available
Once a prosperous mining village, this tiny Taiwanese town is now overrun with cute cats.

📜 Former coal mining village, now a famous cat sanctuary.
🔍 Home to hundreds of sterilized and vaccinated stray cats.

Why Go

🐾 Interact with hundreds of friendly cats
🚶 Explore historic coal mining relics
☕ Enjoy cat-themed shops and cafes
🏞️ Admire scenic views of Keelung River

Why Avoid

🤧 Not suitable for people with animal allergies
🚫 Do not feed cats, snacks may be unhealthy

Tips

🚆 Easily accessible by train from Taipei
📸 Great for photographers, especially at night
🚶 Combine with Jiufen Old Street and Shifen Waterfall for a day trip

Hours

🕒 Open all year round

🅿️ Parking

Parking Lot available

🚻 Toilets

Public Restroom available

Last updated 5 days ago

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