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Taipei, Taiwan

The picture was taken on the Maokong Gondola.
Updated January 2025.

Treasure Island's Gateway

Taiwan was formerly referred to as Treasure Island due to its natural beauty, resources, and strategic location. Taipei, as the capital, has served as the administrative and political hub since World War II. Today, it is an economic powerhouse, playing a pivotal role in the global semiconductor supply chain and hosting numerous large tech and financial service companies.

Taipei experienced significant growth under Japanese rule (1895–1945), during which it was modernized with new infrastructure and urban planning. Following this period, it became the capital of the Republic of China under Sun Yat-sen’s leadership. However, from 1949 to 1987, Taipei endured a "dark period" during Martial Law, known as the White Terror. Under the Kuomintang (KMT) government, led by Chiang Kai-shek after their loss in the Chinese Civil War to the Communist Party of China, political dissent was harshly repressed, and freedoms were severely restricted.
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The name Taipei literally translates to “Northern Taiwan.” While it is renowned for its vibrant night markets, Taipei also boasts natural hot springs and ranks 10th globally for the number of Michelin-starred restaurants. Remarkably, many of these Michelin distinctions are awarded to stalls in the city’s bustling night markets, adding a unique charm to Taipei's culinary scene.
Tips
1-Day Plan
Museums
Cultural Activities
Districts
New Taipei City
Restaurants and food
Taipei Night Markets

Overview

  • 7:00 - 7:30 AM: Breakfast
  • 8:00 - 8:15 AM: Longshan Temple - temple with morning chants
  • 9:00 - 11:00 AM: National Palace Museum - museum containing ancient Chinese artifacts
  • 12:00 - 1:00 PM: Lunch at Ximending
  • 1:30 - 2:15 PM: Liberty Square - plaza with memorial to Chang Kai-shek, the former president of the Republic of China.
  • 2:45 - 3:30 PM: Dr. Sun-Yat Sen Memorial - plaza with memorial to Dr. Sun-Yat Sen, the father of Modern China.
  • 3:45 - 4:45 PM: Taipei 101 - tallest building in Taiwan
  • 5:00 - 6:00 PM (Sunset Time): Elephant Mountain - short hiking trail with city views
  • Post-Sunset: Night Markets

​Click the star to add the map to your Google Maps!​ To view it, simply open Google Maps, navigate to the Menu, choose “Your Places,” click "Maps", and voila, the map should be added.

Milk Tea Spots is disabled for now, but there are many great places all throughout the city.

 

Tips

Getting To/From the City
There are two airports:
  • Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA): In the heart of the city, this airport has more national flights.
  • Taoyuan International Airport (TPE): The main international airport.
    • Airport MRT (6 AM – 12 AM): A special line gets you to the Taipei Main Station in either 35 or 50 minutes depending on if one takes the Express train or the regular (every second one is an express train). It costs NT$150 to ride the train into the city, but there are discounts if one pays using a special coin purchased at counters (like ezfly) for NT$145.
    • NOTE: You will need to pay in cash!
Special Coin
Ticket/card vending machines
ezfly counter
Getting Around the City
The easiest way to get around the city is by walking as all the destinations are close together. However, there are buses, trams, and the metro that one can take as well.

One will need an EasyCard that will enable one to ride the MRT, buses, and regional trains.
  • EasyCard can be purchased at any metro station for NT$100 and then topped up accordingly. Unfortunately, these machines only accept cash and one needs to pay in increments of NT$100, NT$200, or NT$500 and change is not given. Another option is to purchase these cards from counters (EazyFly) or in advance and add value (Klook).
  • You can only top-up with cash.​

Taipei MRT (6:00 AM – 12:00 AM)
  • Taipei’s subway system has cheap tickets (NT$20 – NT$65) with a tap on and tap off system.
  • There are 6 main lines with differing extensions, all named after different colors. 
  • Signage is in both English and Chinese, with Japanese and Korean too.
  • It is extremely clean and safe. It's forbidden to eat or drink on the MRT. There are hefty fines and lots of signs, despite many stations selling food and drinks outside of the platform.
  • People are very orderly, waiting in designated lines to exit and enter.
  • All stations have water filling stations and restrooms.
Taipei MRT Fare
MRT SIgn
MRT Interior
Crowds at MRT station
Stops on the Train Line
Signage
NOTE: DO NOT EAT or drink ON THE MRT. YOU CAN BE FINED up to NT$7,500
Bus Schedule
Bus
Bus Stations
BUSES:
  • ​Every bus stop has a crazy amount of signage. It is easy to pay with an Easy Card.
  • You will need to tap both on and off to ride the bus.
BIKESHARE:
  • YouBike is the official bikeshare program in Taiwan. To register, one will need an Easy Card and a local phone number. Otherwise, one can pay NT$2000 deposit with a credit card.
  • Sidewalks usually have separate bike and pedestrian lanes.
  • Each bike costs NT$10,000 (US$330) because they are designed to be used an average of 13 times a day, twice that of an average bike.
YouBike
Bike lanes
Sidewalk bike-pedestrian split
Money
ATMs at MRT stations
Bank of Taiwan Counters
Grab a ticket to talk to someone at a counter
The currency is NT$ (New Taiwanese Dollars). 

Despite what many websites claim, not many places (except fancy rstaurants) accept credit cards. As a foreigner, it's essential to have cash as almost all stalls at night markets, the TPass to ride the metro, and all the small restaurants ONLY accept cash. 

Here are the different ways to get cash:
  • ATMs: These machines are located everywhere and are quite plentiful in MRT stations.
  • Currency Exchange: Unlike other countries, converting between currencies in Taiwan can be quite difficult.
    • The "quick" exchange places don't exist, so the best place to exchange money is at the airport, where the rates are quite good.
    • Large banks also offer an opportunity. These require a more extensive process, where one will most likely wait in a long line and fill out multiple documents. Certain banks I would recommend are the Bank of Taiwan, Cathay United Bank,​
      • ​Their operating hours are weekdays 9 AM - 3:30 PM, which can pose an issue on weekends.

Another option is LinePay or WeChatPay, as certain places will have a QR code that one can scan and use. Unfortunately, LinePay is not available in the U.S. app store and you'll need a Chinese or Asian bank account.
How Much Money Do You Need Per Day?
I would recommend having at least NT$1,200 - NT$1,500 daily to purchase food, drinks, and snacks.
Water
Water Fountain at Maokong Gondola
MRT Water Refill Station
Water Refill Station at Temple
  • ​All the metro stations and temples have water refill stations, while some of the museums have them. Many even have fancy water refill stations where one can choose between hot, warm, or cold water.
  • Avoid drinking tap water in Taipei as many of the buildings have old pipes; however, the water is otherwise safe to drink.
Weather
  • If possible, avoid traveling here during the summer as the humidity is killer (90%+ average). Combine this with the fact that it rains frequently and temepratures are usually above 90°F (32°C) leads to some very tiring days.
  • However, Taiwan does have good umbrella culture to either serve as a sun-brella or for the rain. MRT stations have an umbrella-share program called Raingo and there are also umbrella storage stations at tourist areas where one locks the handle of their umbrella to prevent theft (although theft in Taipei was very minimal and I saw many bikes not locked up).
Umbrella storage at National Palace Museum
Raingo
Mondays
Most things in Taipei are closed on Mondays, so make sure to plan accordingly. The following is a non-comprehensive list:
  • Most museums, including the National Palace Museum
  • Taipei Zoo and Maokong Gondola
  • Memorial Halls: Chiang Kai-shek and Sun Yat-sen
Storage
  • Hundreds of locker storage lockers are located throughout the city at the airport, train, and MRT stations.
  • Lockers take cash or EasyCard, where one pays for the first 3 hours and the price increases if one retrieves them after the 3 hours.
  • They have a maximum storage period of 24 hours at the train and MRT stations or up to 3 days at the airport.
Storage Locker
 
Travel Passes
Honestly, I'd recommend just doing activities without a pass, but they can be worthwhile if you plan well
  • Klook Pass Taipei: Access to 3-6 attractions over 30 days. Much more affordable if you choose more.
  • Taipei Unlimited Fun Pass: TLDR; it is a confusing card that isn’t really needed. While it can be worth it if done properly, it’s not worth the hassle of trying to decipher the different activities.
    • For instance, they offer free transit on the Pingxi Line and the tourist shuttles around the Ruifang District, yet don’t give access to the train that can get you to the Ruifang station. Additionally, there is the Lover’s Tower activity in Tamsui, but they don’t tell you that the tower is closed on weekdays and you don’t get free transit on the tram to Tamsui.
    • Some of the activities are also not properly explained, such as the Maokong Tea ceremony, which inconvenienced the tea shop since we came during lunch hour, and times weren't specified on the page. We even had to navigate to a separate page to figure out the exact tea shop for this activity.
    • Additionally, each “day” on the pass refers to a calendar day rather than 24-hours, and the multi-day pass options must be consecutive days.
    • While it does work for many activities and it can save time, think carefully before choosing this option.
    • If you want more information, read this website.
Souvenirs
There are a lot of fun products that you can bring back:
  • Pineapple Cakes: You can find these at most grocery stores, but Chia Te is considered one of the best.
  • Sun Cakes: While Taichung invented them, Yu Jan Shin is a great place to go for these.
  • Tea: There's a lot of high quality tea farms. You can head to Maokong for tea tastings, but there 's tea everywhere. 
  • Tapioca Pearls/Boba: High quality pearls can be found in most supermarkets. Unfortunately, they're mostly found in the refrigerated section, so bringing these onto a flight might be difficult to do.
  • Penis Cakes: Found at Shilin Night Market and Ximending Market.
Carrefour stores
Tapioca Pearls
Penis Cakes
Penis Cake store
Chia Te
Interior of Chia Te
Themed 7-11 Stores
Snoopy 7-11
Snoopy 7-11 Interior
Sanrio 7-11
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  • Many 7-11 stores in Taiwan have fun themes and some sell merchandise representing the franchise, but it's usually a variant of the EasyCard.
    • Snoopy/Peanuts (Multiple locations): 7-ELEVEN 紹興門市 (SNOOPY主題商店)
    • Pokemon: 7-ELEVEN 府中門市 (寶可夢主題商店)
    • Hello Kitty/Sanrio: 7-ELEVEN 六福門市
 

1-Day Plan

7:00 - 7:30 AM: Breakfast
8:00 - 8:15 AM: Lungshan Temple
  • Built by immigrants from Fujian in 1738 as a gathering place, this temple has been restored after an air bombing in WWII. Unlike other temples, it isn’t dedicated to one religion or deity, as Confucian, Buddhist, and Taoist faiths all worship here. The architecture is striking with colorful, ornate features. 
  • Around the entrance, one can see a set of three waterfalls on the right and a beautiful koi pond on the left.
  • They are known for chanting ceremonies from 6:00 – 6:45 AM, 8:00 – 8:45 AM, and an afternoon session from 3:45 – 5:00 PM. 
Longshan Temple Front
Shrine to Guanyin, Goddess of Mercy
Front of Lungshan Temple
Western Entrance Pond
Lungshan Temple at Night
Eastern Entrance Waterfall
9:00 - 11:00 AM: National Palace Museum
Entrance Gate
National Palace Museum
Stamp and Seal Room
Seal room that inspired Brandon Sanderson
Famous Dongpo pork rock
Jade vase
Ming Pottery
Entrance to the Garden
National Palace Museum Garden
  • The largest collection of Chinese artifacts in the world with over 700,000 pieces of artwork and relics. They span over 8,000 years of Chinese history and were pieces initially collected by Chinese emperors. During China’s Civil War, many pieces were moved here to protect them from destruction. While only 22% of the 2,972 crates of artifacts arrived safely here, some of the very best pieces are represented here.
    • The building itself is considered one of the most beautiful buildings in Taipei.
    • One of the coolest set of pieces are jadeite carved into cabagge and jasper carved into the shape of Dongpo pork.
    • For Sanderfans, fans of fantasy author Brandon Sanderson, after visiting this museum, he was inspired to write his famous short story "The Emperor’s New Soul."
    • TRAVEL TIP: There are a lot of tour groupss that will flood the exhibits in swarms, so it's recommended to visit on Friday night, when the museum is open until 9 PM.
12:00 - 1:00 PM: Lunch at Ximending
Check out the Ximending section in the Taipei Night Markets for more information.
1:30 - 2:15 PM: Liberty Square
  • An enormous square dedicated to the former president, Chiang Kai-Shek. Foreign dignitaries are greeted on red carpets here and public gatherings occur across the different events each year.
  • The National Concert Hall and the National Theater Hall are both located past the Liberty Arch. Inaugurated in 1987, they have similar traditional Chinese palace-style architecture styles with golden roofs, and red pillars.
    • The National Concert Hall houses one of the largest pipe organs in Asia and a Recital Hall for orchestras and bands.
    • The National Theater Hall is known for traditional Chinese opera, contemporary theater and dance productions, and a smaller Experimental Theater used for avant-garde and experimental performances.
  • National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall: Landmark in Liberty Square dedicated to the former president of the republic. It is guarded by soldiers in ceremonial uniforms. There are 89 steps to the top, representing the age Kai Shek died and there is a statue inside. There are hourly changing of the guard ceremonies.
    • ​Underneath, there are exhibits about the history of Chiang Kai-Shek and his impact in China and Taiwan.
Liberty Square Arch
Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall
National Performing Arts Center
National Concert Hall
Changing of the Guard Ceremony
View from atop the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall
Model of Chiang Kai-shek
Exhibit Room
Changing of the Guard
2:45 - 3:15 PM: Dr. Sun-Yat Sen Memorial
Outdoor statue of Dr. Sun Yat-Sen
Dr. Sun-Yat-Sen Memorial Hall
  • ​The landmark honors Dr. Sun Yat-sen, the founding father of the Republic of China.
  • Opened in 1972, the hall features traditional Chinese architecture and serves as a venue for cultural and educational activities, including exhibitions, performances, and lectures. Inside, a bronze statue of Sun Yat-sen stands as a centerpiece, where a ceremonial changing of the guard takes place regularly
  • One can walk around Zhongshan park, filled with manicured gardens, reflective ponds, and walking paths. It's named after Dr. Sun Yat-sen, whose courtesy name was "Zhongshan.
3:45 - 4:45 PM: Taipei 101
  • Shaped like a traditional pagoda, it stands at 1,667 feet and was the tallest building from 2004 to 2009, until the Burj Khalifa was built. Its windows are tinted green, but it is also considered the tallest green building because of all the environmentally friendly features.
  • It is called the Taipei 101 because it has 101 floors, and one receives a 360-degree view from an indoor deck, while the outdoor observation deck has more limited viewing.
    • The normal ticket grants access to the indoor viewing deck on the 89th floor, but one can walk up onto the 91st floor for an outdoor viewing platform.
  • Entrance is located on the 5th Floor of the Taipei 101 Mall and lines can take up to an hour depending on the time of visit.
  • The elevators are the 3rd fastest in the world at 37.7 mph.
  • It has the world's largest and heaviest tuned mass damper, a steel sphere that acts like a giant pendulum to counter earthquakes
  • There are a few shops on the 89th floor and you'll receive coupons to dine here; however, prices (even with the coupons) are steep and one should eat at their own discretion.
  • On the 89th floor, there are many Instagram-photo spots.
Taipei 101
Tuned Mass Damper
Internal View
South View
West View
Line to enter the elevators
Cafes and stores inside Taipei 101
View from the bottom of Taipei 101
Fountains outside the Taipei 101 Mall
Another option is to enter the tower and make a reservation at Simple Kaffa Sola to enjoy a meal and a view. While you can't walk outside, this could be a fun option.

Enter from the south side, near the LOVE art installation.

5:00 - 6:00 PM (or Sunset Time): Elephant Mountain
Entrance to the Elephant Mountain
Elephant Mountain Stairs
Yongchun Pavilion
Seats in the shape of the mountain name
Well-lit path at night
Six Boulders Viewpoint
First Observation Point
Sunset at Elephant Mountain at the Six Boulders Observation Deck
Sculpture at top of mountain

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  • One of the most stunning views of Taipei with a 15-20 minute hike up to the top. The path is completely paved with multiple viewpoints but note that there are a lot of stairs.
  • The peak has a cute picture spot with a heart-shape and an exercise park, but the views aren't as stunning
  • My recommendation is to climb onto the Six Boulders to watch the sunset or head to the Six Boulders Observation Deck. However, if you can snag a spot, a lower observation deck with just as stellar views is the first Xiangshan viewpoint.
    • There are four other “beast” mountains for hiking: Tiger, Lion, and Leopard that extend past the area.
    • NOTE: This outdoor area is known to have plenty of mosquitoes, so make sure to wear strong insect repellent, especially the one mentioned in the "Mosquitoes" part of the "Tips" section.

​At the bottom of the stairs, there is a kind elderly woman selling red bean soup and white fungus pear soup.

You can take it to go or eat in the back of the area.
Red Bean Soup
White Fungus and Pear Soup
Porch to eat soup
Post-Sunset: Night Markets
There are the "Big 5" night markets that you can visit throughout Taipei. Here are my recommendations:
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  • Linjiang Night Market: The closest one to Taipei 101/Elephant Mountain with the best desserts.
  • Raohe Night Market: My favorite and the one I'd recommend!
  • Shilin Night Market: The most famous and quite tourist-friendly.
  • Huaxi Night Market: Known for their snake-based soup and alcohol.
  • Ningxia Night Market: Good for oyster omelettes but lines are much too long.

​For more information, check out the "Taipei Markets" page.
 

Museums

  • Taipei Astronomical Museum: Besides the numerous exhibits, it is well-known for a “ride” through the solar system that provides the history of space exploration with great effects. There is also an Imax-theater in the planetarium.
  • Taipei Fine Arts Museum (TFAM): Taiwan’s first museum centered on contemporary and modern art with changing exhibits.
  • Ketagalan Culture Center: A 10-story building that provides information about the indigenous cultures.
  • National Taiwan Museum: One of the oldest museums in Taiwan, it was founded in 1908 by Japan’s colonial government. After renovations, it now showcases Taiwan’s history focusing on anthropology, earth science, zoology, botany, and education.
  • National Taiwan Science Education Center: This center is known for the first airborne bikes in Asia, as one can pedal across a wire suspended above the air. Theaters also provide immersive experiences for learning.
  • Ghost Lore Museum (Jiufen): Sculptor Wu Jyh Chyang’s private collection of hand-made ghostly masks has turned into a museum showcasing over 1,500 unusual masks.
Taipei Fine Arts Museum
Cat Exhibit at TFAM
 

Cultural Activities

Temples
When visiting any of the temples, remember to be respectful. Many of them are operational throughout the entire day and locals come to pray all the time. It is also recommended to visit before 10 AM (if possible) to avoid the large tour groups.
Shrine Entrance
Shrine to the Baon Dadi
Front of the Dalongdong Baoan Temple
  • Dalongdong Baoan Temple: Guangzhou immigrants created the temple in 1760 dedicated to the worship of Baoan Dadi, the deity of medicine and health. This temple is quite ornate inside with a dragon column in the main hall.
  • Taipei Confucius Temple: It was first built in 1879, destroyed during the Japanese era, and rebuilt in 1930 with a design from the famous architect, Wang Yi-Shun. It is modeled after the original Confucius Temple in Qufu, Shandong, but is the only temple in Taiwan that has Fujian-style ceramic adornments.
    • In the main hall, one can find a black plaque with gold letters inscribed by Chiang Kai-shek that says “Educate Without Discrimination”
    • Interestingly, there is also a 4D theater showing the journey of Confucius and the history of the temple.
    • There are also many interesting exhibits about the Chinese language (explained only in Chinese).
Entrance to the Confucius Temple
Gateways surrounded by cute Confucius statues
Confucius Shrine
Dacheng Shrine
Stone Tablets
Lingxing Gate
Xingtian Temple Exterior
Cleaning before prayer
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  • Xingtian Temple: The most visited temple and newest temple in Taipei, having been built in 1967, this is a Taoist temple, but Confucian and Buddhist cultures are also observed here. It is dedicated to the red-face general, Guan Yu, during the Three Kingdoms Period in China. One can enjoy fortune telling activities here.
  • Qingshui Temple: A Buddhist temple built in 1787 by Fujian settlers that honors the Chinese deity Qingshui Zushi. It is said that his nose is said to droop in times of danger. It has beautiful carvings, woodwork, and ceramic decorations and is located at the end of a pathway filled with old houses.
Gate
Exterior
Shrine
Interior
  • Guandu Temple: Elegant multi-story temple built in 1661 into the side of the mountain. There are numerous tunnels that run through the mountain.
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Cultural Places

  • Bopiliao Historical Block: A representation of the Qing Dynasty and the Japanese colonial period that has a few unique stores and the Heritage and Culture Center discussing the history of Taipei.
    • Taipei Film House: A cinema that hosts screenings and events related to Taiwanese films.
    • Bopilao Museum: A small museum that showcases the area's history and development.​​
Picture
Bopilao Historical Block
Dihua Street
Dihua Street
Dihua Street
  • ​​Dihua Street: The oldest street in Taipei with many of the shops having operated for 100+ years. It was originally called Central Street, before being renamed after the original name of Ürümqi, the capital of Xinjiang province when the Kuomingtang came to Taiwan. It is the liveliest around Lunar New Year as this area sells the best goods for the holiday.
  • Lin An Tai Historical House and Museum (FREE):  A well-preserved house showing traditional southern Fujianese architecture. This merchant house was built in the 1700s, before being relocated to its current location in 1978. It follows a traditional Chinese courtyard style, but there are many interesting architectural and landscaping elements with the inclusion of an artificial clay modeling hill, a tea lover’s house, and a crescent pond.
Crescent Pond
View of the main courtyard house
View from the pond
Colonila houses with newly painted doors
Main courtyard

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  • Xinyi Assembly Hall: Near Taipei 101, this is a cultural and historical site originally built during the Japanese colonial period that was used as a gathering place for local farmers and a center for community activities. Today, it's a preserved heritage site with exhibitions, workshops, events, and a few shops.
  • Chiang Kai-Shek Shilin Residence (NT$100, Closed on Mondays and between 12 – 1:30 PM): The home of Chiang Kai-Shek and his wife when they retreated to Taiwan in 1949. Formerly a horticultural experimental station during the Japanese colonial era, it opened as a museum dedicated to Chiang Kai-Shek’s life and his contributions in 1996. There are several buildings and gardens one can visit.
 

Districts

Wenshan (文山)
  • Maokong: An area known for terraced tea fields and teahouses.
    • Maokong Gondola: A phenomenal way to travel to the Maokong area, as this ~3 mile long ride provides view of the city and forest. There are two different types of gondolas one can sit in: Crystal Cabins (glass bottom gondolas) or Regular.
      • PROTIP: Avoid the lines for the Crystal Cabins and ride in a regular gondola. The views in a crystal cabin aren't worth the extra wait. 
      • These gondolas are not air-conditioned but they do provide hand-fans that are a lifesaver.
  • Taipei Zoo: The largest zoo in Southeast Asia. It is so large and complex that one may need to spend multiple days to see it all.
Maokong Gondola Station
Maokong Gondola Revolver
Maokong Gondola View
Maokong Final Station
Teahouse at Maokong Gondola
Cat-based Soft Serve Ice Cream
Taipei Botanical Garden
Rose Garden
Tropical section in the Taipei Botanical Garden
Xinsheng Park Playground
Dajia Riverside Park
Bridge over the Keelung River
Zhongshan District (中山)
  • Xinsheng Park: A park filled with playgrounds, green spaces, and gardens. Planes landing in Songshan Airport frequently fly directly overhead.
    • Taipei Botanical Garden: An urban oasis filled with thousands of plants from around the world. In summer, one can enjoy the lotus blossoms. Originally, the Japanese created this in the early 1920s before it became a research institute and became open to the public in 2014.
    • Taipei Rose Garden: It has over 800 rose varieties and is separated into 6 exhibition areas. The area also has beautiful stone arches and heart-shaped fountains. The annual Taipei Rose Festival occurs here.
  • Dajia Riverside Park: Urban park with many sports facilities beside the Keelung River. Its main attraction is the grand fountain with a 30-minute water show every hour. During the Dragonboat Festival and the weeks leading up to it, people can see dragonboats on the river.​
  • National Revolutionary Martyrs' Shrine: It honors the fallen Kuomintang soldiers who gave their lives during the Chinese Civil War, the Sino-Japanese War, and the Chinese Civil War against the Communists. It was built in 1969, resembling the Taihe Dian Imperial Palace in Beijing.
    • There are over 390,000 spirit tablets of the martyrs, with their names engraved on the walls inside the main building.
    • Like at the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial, the changing of the guard occurs here hourly from 9 to 5.
  • The Grand Hotel (Yuanshan Grand Hotel): Resembles a palace and towers beside the Keelung River. It is 14-stories tall with red columns and a golden roof. Built in 1952, this opulent hotel is truly a stunning sight and a luxurious option for lodging.​
    • Behind the Grand Hotel is a beautiful hiking path that leads to some stunning viewpoints of the city.
Pathway to the Shrine
War Scene Mural by the Shrine Gate
Changing of the Guard
Main Shrine Hall
Main Gates to the Shrine
The Grand Hotel
Interior of Grand Hotel
View of Taipei main city
View overlooking Shilin
Zhongzheng District (中正)
Presidential Office Building
Presidential Office (Eastern View)
2/28 Memorial Statue
228 Peace Memorial Park Temple
Taipei City Mall
Alleyway in the Huashan 1914 Creative Park
Open space of the Huashan 1914 Creative Park
Taipei City Mall Food Court
  • Presidential Office Building: Designed by the Japanese during the Japanese rule of the island, the building then became the Office of the Governor-General of Taiwan and became the Presidential Office in 1950 and continues to serve as the office. While one can’t visit, it is a quick walk from Ximending.
  • 228 Peace Memorial Park: A park that serves as a memorial for the victims of the February 28 Massacre of 1947 (or the 228 massacre), which was an anti-government uprising that the Kuomingtang suppressed and then implemented martial law/”White Terror” 2 years after and then for another 38 years.
    • The park was the site of the former radio station which is now the Taipei 228 Memorial Museum. Meanwhile the park holds an interesting memorial, the National Taiwan museum, and the Cui Heng Chamber (a lake with a small pavilion.
  • ​Taipei City Mall: It connects to the Taipei Main Station. One can also find the Taipei Book Street portion, which is the longest underground book street in Taiwan. In the evenings, since the underground passages have floor-to-ceiling mirrors, many young dance groups practice and film here. 
  • Huashan 1914 Creative Park​: A former sake distillery transformed into a space for art exhibitions, performances, workshops, and trendy shops. It has red brick buildings and open courtyards and is known for its pop-up shops.
Da'an (大同)
  • Da'an Forest Park: The largest green space in the city that provides a break from the city-scape. It is easily accessible from multiple MRT stations. It holds the Taipei Arena, a venue for concerts, exhibits, and sporting events, walking paths and green spaces, public art installations, and tai chi in the mornings.
  • Jianguo Holiday Flower Market: A vibrant weekend market in Taipei, Taiwan, known for its wide selection of fresh flowers, potted plants, and gardening supplies.
  • ​Jianguo Holiday Jade Market: A weekend marketplace in Taipei, Taiwan, specializing in jade, gemstones, and traditional jewelry. Hundreds of vendors sell high-quality jade carvings, beads, and trinkets.
Flowers at the market
Wide corridors at the Flower Market
Jade Market
Dadaocheng Wharf Container Market Entrance
Pier Plaza Marketplace
Entrance to Dadaocheng Wharf Container Market
Dadaocheng Wharf Container Market
Sunset at Dadoacheng Wharf Container Market
Dadaocheng Tamsui River Walk
Datong (大安)​
  • Dadaocheng Wharf Container Market: Riverside market alongside Tamsui river, where repurposed shipping containers are food stalls that people can eat on top of. There are also smaller market places and stands selling goods. Come here to check out the sunset.
  • Small Arts Courtyard: In the A.S. Watson & Co. Building, this was Taiwan's first Western pharmacy, but now has souvenir shops and a British-themed tea shop that becomes Watson’s Bar in the evenings.
  • Yongle Fabric Market (永樂布業商場): First floor offers oil rice (油飯), sushi rolls, and craft beers; second floor is a fabric market with tailoring services on the third floor; eighth floor hosts cultural exhibitions; ninth floor houses Dadaocheng Theater.​
Beitou (北投)
  • Plum Garden (Temporarily Closed): A garden where one wall resembles a city battlement. It is a tranquil spot that was the former home of Yu Youren, a famed politician and calligraphy. Most of the rooms in the museum exhibit are dedicated to him.
  • Beitou Park: Created in 1913 when the Japanese ruled Taiwan, it is the 3rd oldest park in Taipei and the first hot spring park on the island.
  • Beitou Hot Spring Museum:  A museum showcasing the history of the former Hokut­­ō Public Bathhouse, the largest bathhouse in East Asia when it first operated in 1913. Today, the Victorian-style building provides information about the use of the former hot springs.
  • Beitou Public Hotspring: 6 open-air hot spring pools provide different temperatures with the water pumped from the nearby geothermal valley. It is a nude, gender-separated hot spring.
  • Spring City Resort: A public hot spring that allows bathing suits with a phenomenal deal on Klook!
  • Taipei Public Library Beitou Branch: An impressive two-story building that was designed with sustainability in mind, as solar panels cover the roof and large windows allow natural lighting.
  • Thermal Valley: Beitou rocks contain radium and the valley covered with sulfuric steam, which is why it’s often called the Great Lake. It's insanely hot and supposedly, a benevolent witch (the Witch of Ketagalan) lives here.​
Beitou Park Creek
Beitou Park
Beitou Hot Spring Museum
Taipei Public Library Beitou Branch
Thermal Valley
Thermal Valley Pathway
Thermall Valley
Witch's Rock Waterfall
Seat of Love that the Witch of Ketagalan blesses you
Hot pot ingredient set
Taiwan Costco food court
Free Tea Samples
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  • Costco: Further down the Red MRT, one has a chance to visit Taipei's Costco. This is a cool experience to see what Taipei's Costco offers and your U.S.-based Costco card will get you entry!
    • ​NOTE: Their free samples are soooo good.
Tamsui (淡水)
This district faces the Tamsui River and the East China Sea. There are two areas:
Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf
It can be reached by riding the Red MRT line then transferring onto a tram. It’s definitely more of a place to visit on the weekend, as the main activity (the Lover’s Tower”) is closed on weekdays. I would only recommend this area for the sunset, for there aren’t as many activities to do in this area and it takes over 1 hour to get here from Taipei Central.
  • Fisherman's Wharf: Offers a spectacular sunset and it is a place for couples.
  • Lover’s Bridge: A single-sided cable-stayed bridge that resembles a white sail. It’s easy to climb and is considered a romantic place to take pictures.
  • Lover’s Tower: A 100-meter-tall rotating observation deck that offers spectacular views. The elevator ride takes 6 minutes
Lover's Bridge
Lover's Tower
Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf
Lover's Bridge
Lover's Bridge
Danhai LRT
Tamsui Old Street Entrance
Castella Cake
Castella Cake Line
Milk Mochi
Zhongzheng Road artwork
Hobe Fort
Tamsui Waterfront
View from Tamsui Wharf
Tamsui Waterfront at Night
Tamsui Historical Area:
This area is at the end of the Red MRT.
  • Tamsui Customs House Museum: Museum in the former Tamsui Customs House that showcases the trading history, foreign influence, and modernization of Taiwan.
  • Hobe Fort: Built in 1886, it was part of a defensive network to protect Taiwan’s northern coast, although it has never seen battle. Visitors can view its construction and Taiwan’s military history here.
  • Hongmao Cheng (Fort San Domingo): The Spanish built the monument in 1629 to enable the Spanish to rule northern Taiwan. However, the Dutch took over in 1642 and built the fort, which the British then renovated in 1867.
  • 麻吉奶奶鮮奶麻糬: Milk mochi restaurant with a unique taste.
  • Castella Cake: There's a few of these fluffy, light cakes along Zhongzheng Road. You'll see a long line at most of the places, and is a great option!
 

New Taipei City (Jiufen, Houtong, Shifen)

New Taipei City encompasses the area around Taipei City. It is home to Tamsui District, but there is also the Ruifang District and Pingxi Districts to the east and southeast respectively.
Transit:
  • OPTION 1: Trains run consistently between Taipei Main Station to Ruifang station, which serves as the main center of activities. Add money to your Easy Card, which allows you to ride the train.
  • OPTION 2: If you’re closer to Muzha MRT Station, Bus 785 gets you to Shifen Waterfall and other stops in Pingxi District.
  • OPTION 3: For NT$100, one can take bus 965 (Fuzhong MRT Station, Banqiao MRT, Wanhua Railway Station, or Beimen MRT Station) or 1062 (from Zhongxiao Fuxing MRT Station) to Jiufen (I've never done this, but it should be possible)

Use the Trans Taiwan app to find trains between Taipei Main Station and Ruifang. The TRA trains cost  NT$49-76.

If you're traveling with a large group, you can also share an Uber or a cab.

Ruifang to Jiufen:
  • Buses are the only way to get to Jiufen. From the Ruifang Station, walk towards the bus station in Ruifang (past the Ruifang police station), where the following buses will take you to Jiufen. 
  • Take bus number 827, 856 (Taiwan Tourism bus), 788, 825, 965, or 1062 for NT$15-20 to reach Jiufen in 15-20 minutes. 
Outside of the Ruifang station
Bus stop right past the police sign in Ruifang
Bus to Jiufen
Pingxi Branch Line
Pingxi Branch Line ticket
Pingxi Branch Line new trains
Ruifang to Houtong/Shifen/Pingxi:
  • The Pingxi Branch Line is the best option. A one-day pass costs NT$80, but between individual stations ranges from NT$15 to NT$30. These trains run hourly and provide an opportunity to visit multiple cities with different experiences. 
  • You can also use your Easy Card on the Pingxi train now too!
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2 Paths:
  • Shifen --> Houtong Cat Village --> Jiufen
  • Jiufen --> Houtong Cat Village --> Shifen

NOTE: Restaurants and stores at Houtong Cat Village close around 5 PM; restaurants and stores at Jiufen close around 7 PM, but teahouses are open until 9 PM.

Jiufen (九份)

7-11 Northern Jiufen Entrance
View from Old Friends Taro
View from Old Friends Taro
Jishan Street (Jiufen Old Street)
Shuqi Road
Jiufen Teahouse
  • This former gold mining town in northern Taiwan is famous for its narrow, lantern-lit streets.
  • Visitors come for the traditional teahouses and street food stalls, especially along Jiufen Old Street.
  • Its resemblence to scenes from Studio Ghibli’s Spirited Away, especially at night, are one of the reasons many people come to visit now.
  • Start at the northern entrance, by the 7-11, before following the path outlined below.
  • The street is quite narrow and can get quite crowded, so visiting early in the evening would work best or avoiding weekends and holidays.
  • Streets are uneven and there are plenty of steps.
  • Jiu Daokou Beef Noodle Restaurant (舊道口牛肉麵) - NT$180 - Beef noodles in an herbal broth that is insanely delicious.
  • Old Friends Taro (老友號芋圓) - NT$60: Try the Jiufen Digua and Yutou Yuan. They also have a balcony where you can look over the town.
  • Jiufen Golden Dried Tofu (九份黃金豆干) - NT$40: Not the name of the stand, but it's right in front of this store. They sell cheese milk sticks.
  • 松山茗茶-九份店, SungShan Tea Jiufen: Great tea shop to buy and taste some tea.
  • Zhang Ji Traditional Fishballs (張記傳統魚丸): Try their pork and fish ball soup with dry noodle and braised pork topping.
  • Misty Dessert Kingdom Jiufen: Cream and ice cream puffs.
  • A-Zhu Peanut Ice Cream Roll (阿珠雪在燒): Full ice cream rolls filled with coriander and peanuts.
  • Jin Zhi (金枝紅糟素 肉圓): Famous dumpling store where the meat is soaked in red yeast (vinasse).
  • Alan Grass Cake (阿蘭草仔粿) - NT$60: Selling Hakka mochi with different fillings
  • Lai Ah Po Taro Balls (賴阿婆芋圓): Taro ball soup with a separate dining room next door.
Jiu Daokou Beef Noodle Restaurant
Old Friends Taro ingredients
Alan Grass Cake
A-Zhu Peanut Ice Cream Roll Shop
Jin Zhi Dumpling
Cheese Milk Stick (Jiufen Golden Dried Tofu)
Shuqi Road
A-Mei Teahouse
Highest floor of the A-Mei Teahouse
There are two notable teahouses one can visit, although tea can be quite expensive ($30+), since you have to buy it based on amount of tea.
  • Jiufen Teahouse: A serene escape with premium teas, antique vibes, and cozy corners perfect for slowing down and soaking in the culture.
  • A-Mei Teahouse: The star of Jiufen, with lantern-lit charm, Spirited Away vibes, and jaw-dropping views.
  • Gold Museum: The open-air museum is dedicated to the history of the region and gold mining with mining artifacts, historical exhibits, and even a VR experience. The area also has restored mining tunnels, traditional Japanese-era buildings, and scenic trails with breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and coastline and even a path towards the ruins of the Shinto shrine.
  • Teapot Mountain: Named for the mountain's unique teapot-shaped peak, this a popular hiking destination near Jinguashi in Taiwan, offering panoramic views of the coastline and the Pacific Ocean.
  • Golden Waterfall: Along the Jinshui highway, this waterfall is named for its golden-hued water caused by the minerals from historic mining activities.
  • Yinyang Sea: At the end of the road is where one can see the contrasting blue and green waters mix.

Houtong Cat Village (猴洞貓村) - 2-3 hour visit.

  • The first stop on the Pingxi Railway Line from Ruifang, this former coal mining village now serves as the home for hundreds of cats, despite its name translating to “Monkey Cave”, which probably referred to a nearby cave with monkeys previously.
  • The small village consists of three lanes overlooking the train station with many cafes and restaurants filled with cat-based decorations, cat-based food and drink, and best of all, cats. While most of the cats are strays, they are sterilized and vaccinated and take kindly to strangers. On cooler days, they may be more skittish compared to a lot of sleeping cats in summer.
HIde & Seek Cafe
Fat Cat in a cafe
Cat mural along the walkway
Cat sculpture at the entrance
Feeding catnip to a cat
Teas in the Wagging Tails Snack Bar
West of the Railroad Tracks (the Cat Village):
  • Houtong Cat Bridge: While this passageway is under renovation, one can still see the cute cat shaped geometric design.
  • 3 Cat Shop (三貓小舖猴硐一店): Souvenir store next to the Wagging Tails Snack Bar, where they sell drinks with a cat
  • Meow Meow (喵喵): Cat-foam lattes
  • Jinshi Workshop (金石工坊猴硐招財貓本舖): Souvenir shop with a cat shrine.
  • Niao A Ben Zhai (鳥ㄚ本宅): "Bird and Ben's House," where a group of cats that roam freely around the area, attracting visitors from all over.
  • Hide & Seek Café: Serves cute cat-based desserts and local cat beer.
East of the Railroad Tracks:
  • A-Sia Noodle Shop (阿蝦古早味麵店): A noodle shop in operation for 80+ years and is located right outside the train station.
  • Houtong Coal Mine Ecological Park Info Center (猴硐煤礦博物園區): A Japanese colonial-era building which once served as the coal mining office and storage warehouse with a free museum called the Vision Hall.
  • Ruifang-Ruisan Coal Preparation Plant: Renovated plant ruins which have 2 large coal dressing machines on the top floor.
  • Ruisan Coal Transportation Bridge: A cement bridge leading to a former coal mine building.
  • Houtong Pit Mining Leisure Park (猴硐礦坑休閒園區): It contains more ruins from the mining industry.
  • Houtong Shrine Relics (猴硐神社): A former Japanese Shinto shrine in the forest that's 15 minutes north of the Houtong Pit Mining Leisure Park.
Shifen (猴洞貓村) - 2-3 hour visit
Preparing the sky lantern
Releasing the Sky Lantern
Floating Sky Lantern
  • ​Shifen is best known for its sky lanterns. Visitors can write wishes on colorful paper lanterns and release them into the sky from the historic Shifen Old Street, on the active railway street.
  • There are multiple stalls by the railroad tracks that can help you to paint words on a lantern. Prices are roughly $200 - $400 TWD.
Shifen Waterfall
  • The most famous and broadest waterfall in Taiwan is 66 feet tall and 130 feet wide. It is on the upper part of the Keelung River and the curtain-style waterfall has a horseshoe shape.
  • It takes 15 minutes to walk from the Visitor Center to the first viewing point. One walks across two suspension bridges, a Buddhist temple, and a small marketplace before. One can then follow a loop-trail for a lower and better viewpoint that will take another 10 minutes.
  • It’s free to visit. The park is open from 9-6 from June to September and 9-5 the rest of the year.
Shifen Waterfall View from below
Shifen Waterfall from first viewing point
Siguangtan Suspension Bridge
Pingxi Railroad Track
Guanpu Suspension Bridge
Guanpu Suspension Bridge
Shifen Visitor Center
  • Provides visitors with maps, information about local landmarks, and recommendations for activities in the area. It also offers exhibits on the region’s history, culture, and natural environment, making it an excellent resource for first-time visitors.
  • The visitor center has restrooms and a small café and is located right beside Tourist Shuttle Bus Route 795 that will take you back to Taipei.
  • Yehliu Geopark: A natural attraction that is a day-trip from Taipei, one can see interesting geological formations:
    • Queen’s Head
    • Sea Candles
    • Kissing Rock
    • Ginger Rocks
    • Princess Head
  • Yangmingshan National Park (Caoshan): 1 of the 9 national parks in Taiwan, there are hot springs, several parks, and plenty of hiking trails. One can enjoy cherry blossoms and rhododendrons in the spring and red maple leaves and silver grass in October.
 

Restaurants and Food

The best places to eat in Taipei are the small hole-in-the-wall restaurants specializing in a few dishes; however, there are plenty of delicious restaurant options. I've highlighted a few below, but I would recommend checking out my Taipei Night Markets page which also has some restaurant options for specific neighborhoods.
Xiao Long Bao (Din Tai Fung)
Capybara Egg Cakes (Capybara Knight)
Tiramisu (Capybara Knight)
Meals
  • Din Tai Fung: This Michelin-star chain originated in Taipei and is renowned for their Xiao Long Bao (soup dumplings) that have 18 folds. While it is on the pricier end compared to other restaurants in Taiwan, it is well worth a trip to at least try their Xiao Long Bao.
    • Wait times can be over an hour (with a first-come, first-served policy), so visiting outside normal dining hours and on weekdays (M-Th) are a good idea.
    • There are 9 locations with the Tienmu location having the lowest wait times.
  • ​Wulao Hotpot: A well-known hot pot restaurant that serves high-quality meats.
  • Ding Hao Zi Lin (頂好紫琳蒸餃館): A basement restuarant known for their dumplings and soups.
  • Modern Toilet Theme Restaurant: An infamous toilet and poo-themed restaurant with two locations: one in Shilin, the other in Ximending. They offer full meals and shaved ice desserts with everything being toilet-themed. While the food isn't spectacular, it's a fun-place to go for the vibe.
  • Capybara Knight: A little far from Taipei center, this fun cafe has capybaras that you can pet and feed for ~20 minutes per session, as well as capybara-shaped food!
  • Fujin Tree Cafe: Cute cafe known for their banana lattes but also serves set menus of pizza toast and noodles.
Desserts
  • 3 Siblings (三兄妹雪花冰): One of my favorite places to eat a Taiwanese shaved ice. They have multiple options from classics to fruit flavors and one can add additional toppings for NT$20.
  • The Original Sao Dou Hua: A traditional Taiwanese dessert shop with delicious soft tofu options.
  • KFC: Surprising, I know! But you have to try their egg tarts!
Taiwanese Shaved Ice
Soft Tofu
KFC Egg Tarts
Paper Menu
English Menu
Picture Menu
  • For most small, hole-in-the wall restaurants, you can order food by marking items you want on a small piece of paper or a laminated sheet of paper at the entrance, take a seat, and enjoy a meal.
  • This makes it easy to order food and you can use Google Translate to decipher the menu as well!
  • Some have English menus or pictures.
Breakfast Food
  • ​​Twisted Cruller (You Tiao): Literally translated to oil stick, you can dip it in soy milk or eat it plain.​
  • ​Beef Sandwich (Niu Rou Shao Bing): Variation of a "shao bing", where flaky bread is stuffed with sliced beeef, green onions, and scallions.
  • Baked Wheat Cake with Egg (Shao Bing Jia Dan): Variation of a "shao bing" that's stuffed with scrambled eggs.
  • Salted Soybean Milk: Soybean milk combined with mushroom, corn starch, preserved vegetable, wooden ear, lily flower with tofu.
  • Xiao Long Bao: Soup dumplings usually filled with cabbage, pork, and ginger.
  • Rice Roll (Fan Tuan): Rice wrapped around multiple different ingredients like eggs and pickled vegetables.
You Tiao (dipped in soy milk)
Niu Rou Shao Bing
Shao Bing Jia Dan
Salted Soybean Milk
Fan Tuan
Xiao Long Bao
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Drinks
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Formal Speakeasies
  • Alchemy: An elegant hidden bar offering expertly crafted classic and creative cocktails.
  • Ounce: Taipei's first speakeasy, known for its intimate atmosphere and bespoke drinks.
  • Hankou 60: A stylish bar with vintage vibes and an impressive cocktail selection.
Casual
  • MayBE Music Bar: Famous for its unique "90shot" cocktail, blending whimsy with creativity.
Beer
  • Red Point Brewing: A local craft brewery with a range of bold, flavorful beers.
  • Taihu Brewing: Known for its diverse craft beer selection and innovative flavors.
  • Taiwan 18 is a new beer that was released. It can only be served 18 days after bottling and is extremely fresh
Bubble Milk Tea:
There are plenty of spots to find bubble milk tea. You can find at least one every block with multiple chains. Here are some of my favorites:
  • Chun Shui Tang (春水堂): High-quality bubble tea and an elegant presentation.
  • 50 Lan (50嵐): Customizable drinks with a wide range of options.
  • Truedan (珍煮丹): Famous for hand-cooked brown sugar bubble tea.
  • Xing Fu Tang (幸福堂): Freshly made tapioca pearls with signature brown sugar milk tea.
  • Tiger Sugar (老虎堂): Distinctive brown sugar bubble milk tea with "tiger stripes" syrup.
  • Coco Fresh Tea & Juice (CoCo都可): Popular chain with diverse fruit and milk tea options.
  • The Alley (鹿角巷): Stylish ambiance and creative milk tea flavors.
  • Sharetea (歇腳亭): Classic and seasonal bubble tea options with quality ingredients.
  • YiFang Taiwan Fruit Tea (一芳水果茶): Fresh fruit-based teas with a Taiwanese twist.
  • Oneca (丸咖 華山店): Quaint coffee shop with milk tea served in glass jars. There are also some fun art pieces.
  • Wootea (五桐號通化旗艦店): Traditional Taiwanese milk tea.
Red Bean Slush
Mung Bean Slush
Peanut Slush
Papaya Milk
Green Herbal Tea
Sugarcane Juice
  • Red Bean Slush: A refreshing, icy beverage made with sweet red bean paste and crushed ice.
  • Mung Bean Slush: A cooling slush made from mung beans, offering a light, slightly sweet taste.
  • Peanut Slush: A creamy, nutty slush made with peanut paste, offering a rich, savory-sweet flavor.
  • Papaya Milk: A smooth, tropical drink made with fresh papaya and milk, offering a sweet and creamy texture.
  • Green Herbal Tea: A herbal, refreshing tea made with a blend of green herbs, providing a cooling and mild flavor.
  • Sugarcane Juice: A sweet, natural juice made from freshly pressed sugarcane, often served chilled for a refreshing experience.

Other Resources

  • Official Tourist Site 
  • Taiwan Obsessed - Nick Kembel guide who's lived in Taiwan for over 10 years
  • ​HopOnWorld - Itinerary crafted by Mariza, an English teacher who lives in Taipei
  • Get Me to Taiwan - Group of people who love Taiwan and sharing their story

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