Taipei, Taiwan

Destination Guide

Taipei

Taiwan

Best things to do in Taipei

60 curated attractions in Taipei, Taiwan. Handpicked for every kind of traveler.

Best time

April - June, September - November

Average temp

24°C/75°F

Budget

Mid-range

Safety

Very safe

About Taipei

Taipei is Taiwan's dynamic capital, centered around the iconic Taipei 101 and a complex web of streets that connect history, technology, and nature. It's known for its night markets, where you can find everything from bubble tea to stinky tofu, and the vast Taipei Zoo, which is home to the famous giant pandas. The city is a tech hub, with high-speed internet and a thriving startup culture, and its mountains provide an escape from the urban rush. The Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall stands as a historical monument in the city, surrounded by a spacious plaza where locals gather. Visitors often head up Elephant Mountain to catch a view of the skyline, which is around a 30-minute hike. People come for the food and the ability to easily escape into nature, as well as the rich history that is woven throughout the metropolis.

Who it's for

Great for food lovers and those who want a mix of urban life and nature. If you cannot climb, dislike crowds, or want a quiet retreat, Taipei might not be your ideal destination. The public transport is efficient, so those who prefer walking long distances should be prepared for some hustle.

Getting around

Public transport: Good

  • The MRT is reliable and covers most tourist spots, so you can get around quickly
  • The journey from Taipei Main Station to Taipei Zoo takes about 40 minutes by metro
  • Elephant Mountain is a short metro and then a 30-minute hike away from the main area
  • Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf can be reached by metro in about 40 minutes, followed by a short walk
The Cliff

The Cliff

Scenic viewpoints
Huashan Market

Huashan Market

Food markets & food halls
Yongkang Street

Yongkang Street

Streets & neighbourhoods
Taipei 101

Taipei 101

Modern architecture & skyscrapers
Nantou Night Market

Nantou Night Market

Street food & night markets
The Top

The Top

Observation decks & city views
Ximending

Ximending

Shopping streets & districts
Bali Left Bank

Bali Left Bank

Canals, harbours & waterfronts
Xinyi District

Xinyi District

Streets & neighbourhoods
Maokong Gondola

Maokong Gondola

Scenic trains, cable cars & ferries
Bopiliao

Bopiliao

Old towns & historic quarters
Presbyterian Church in Taiwan

Presbyterian Church in Taiwan

Churches & cathedrals
Elephant Mountain

Elephant Mountain

Mountains & volcanoes
National Concert Hall

National Concert Hall

Concert halls
Dalongdong Baoan Temple

Dalongdong Baoan Temple

Buddhist temples & pagodas
Lin An Tai Garden (Hsing Tian Temple)

Lin An Tai Garden (Hsing Tian Temple)

Formal & Japanese gardens
Taipei Fine Arts Museum

Taipei Fine Arts Museum

Art museums & galleries
Museum of World Religions

Museum of World Religions

Specialty & quirky museums
Lin An Tai Historical House and Museum

Lin An Tai Historical House and Museum

Historic houses & mansions
Taipei Xia-Hai City God Temple

Taipei Xia-Hai City God Temple

Buddhist temples & pagodas
Beitou Thermal Valley

Beitou Thermal Valley

Hot springs & geothermal areas
Beitou Public Library

Beitou Public Library

Historic libraries & universities
Taipei Botanical Garden

Taipei Botanical Garden

Botanical gardens
Wang's Tea

Wang's Tea

Food and Drink Destinations
Taipei Confucius Temple

Taipei Confucius Temple

Monasteries
Taipei Zoo

Taipei Zoo

Zoos
Taipei Astronomical Museum

Taipei Astronomical Museum

Science & natural history museums
186 Roller Skating

186 Roller Skating

Sports and Recreation Venues
National Palace Museum

National Palace Museum

Art museums & galleries
Liberty Square Archway

Liberty Square Archway

Monuments & memorials
National Taiwan Museum

National Taiwan Museum

Cultural & Heritage Sites
Daan Forest Park

Daan Forest Park

City parks
Battleship Rock

Battleship Rock

Natural Wonders
Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf

Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf

Canals, harbours & waterfronts
The Warehouse

The Warehouse

Art museums & galleries
Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall

Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall

Monuments & memorials
Villa 32

Villa 32

Spas & bathhouses
Huashan 1914 Creative Park

Huashan 1914 Creative Park

Street art districts
Longshan Temple

Longshan Temple

Buddhist temples & pagodas
Taipei 101 Observatory

Taipei 101 Observatory

Observation decks & city views
Dadaocheng Historic District

Dadaocheng Historic District

Old towns & historic quarters
Eslite Bookstore (Dunnan Branch)

Eslite Bookstore (Dunnan Branch)

Boutiques, bookshops & design stores
Xiangshan Park

Xiangshan Park

City parks
Zhongshan Creative Park

Zhongshan Creative Park

Art museums & galleries
Shuangxi Park

Shuangxi Park

Formal & Japanese gardens
Ri Xing Type Foundry

Ri Xing Type Foundry

Cultural & Heritage Sites
Beitou Hot Spring Museum

Beitou Hot Spring Museum

Specialty & quirky museums
921 Earthquake Museum of Taiwan

921 Earthquake Museum of Taiwan

Science & natural history museums
Dadaocheng Wharf and Riverside Park

Dadaocheng Wharf and Riverside Park

Canals, harbours & waterfronts
Tamsui Old Street Food Stalls

Tamsui Old Street Food Stalls

Food markets & food halls
Yangmingshan National Park

Yangmingshan National Park

National parks & nature reserves
Jiantanshan Trail

Jiantanshan Trail

Natural Wonders
Lotus Pond

Lotus Pond

Lakes
Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall

Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall

Monuments & memorials
Tamsui Old Street

Tamsui Old Street

Streets & neighbourhoods
Ximending Shopping District

Ximending Shopping District

Shopping streets & districts
Dadaocheng Wharf

Dadaocheng Wharf

Canals, harbours & waterfronts
Fort San Domingo

Fort San Domingo

Forts & citadels
Eslite Bookstore (Dunnan)

Eslite Bookstore (Dunnan)

Boutiques, bookshops & design stores
Shilin Official Residence & Gardens

Shilin Official Residence & Gardens

Historic houses & mansions

Where to eat in Taipei

The places worth planning a meal around.

Bali Left Bank

Bali Left Bank

$$

★ 4.2 · 35,839 reviews

Fuhang Soy Milk

Fuhang Soy Milk

Taiwanese · $

★ 4.1 · 24,255 reviews

Balle Balle Indian Restaurant & Bar 巴雷巴雷 印度餐廳

Balle Balle Indian Restaurant & Bar 巴雷巴雷 印度餐廳

Indian · $$

★ 4.9 · 23,891 reviews

Fu Hong Beef Noodles

Fu Hong Beef Noodles

Taiwanese · $

★ 4.2 · 21,964 reviews

A-Chung Flour Rice Noodle

A-Chung Flour Rice Noodle

$

★ 4.1 · 18,395 reviews

Jin Feng Braised Pork Rice

Jin Feng Braised Pork Rice

Taiwanese · $

★ 3.7 · 16,565 reviews

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