Top Places to Visit in Taipei, Taiwan

I've lived in Taiwan for more then 5 years, and I've got a list of the coolest spots you gotta check out in Taipei City, Taiwan's capital. From shopping districts, historic landmarks, night markets, and nature.

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Historical Landmarks

1. Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall

🚆Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Hall 中正紀念堂 🟢🔴

Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall

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Very iconic white building. Inside the building, there's a popular show every hour when the guards' shift is over and they march back to their station while the new guards will start working.

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2. Sun Yat Sen Memorial Hall

🚆Sun Yat Sen Memorial Hall 國文紀念館🔵

Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall

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3. National Palace Museum

🚆Shilin 士林 🔴 (15-20 mins walk from Shilin MRT)

National Palace Museum

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One of the largest Museum in Taiwan full of Taiwanese history.

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Shopping Districts

1. Ximending Walking District

🚆Ximen 西門 🔵🔴

Ximending Walking District

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The liveliest walking district in Taipei City. You'll find a lot of shopping brands here with really good prices. Don't forget to have some bubble tea while shopping here!

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2. ZhongShan

🚆Zhongshan 中山🟢🔴

Zhongshan Linear Park

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There are a lot of cafes, shops and even malls around this park. I really love to go here on weekends for the bazaar.

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3. ZhongXiao DunHua

If you get down at exit 1,2,5,7 you'll find yourself in the shopping district of ZhongXiao DunHua. There are plenty of shopping brands here both local and International.

🚆ZhongXiao DunHua 忠孝敦化 🔵

Far Eastern SOGO Taipei Zhongxiao Store

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Night Markets

1. RaoHe Night Market

🚆Song Shan 松山🟢

Raohe Night Market

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2. NingXia Night Market

🚆Song Shan 松山🟢

Ningxia Night Market

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3. Shilin Night Market

🚆JianTan 劍潭🔴

Shilin Night Market

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Attractions

1. Taipei Zoo

🚆Taipei Zoo 動物園🟤

Taipei Zoo

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2. MaoKong Gondola

You can ride the gondola from Taipei zoo to MaoKong Gondola Station for 120NT (payment by Easy Card)

Maokong Gondola

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3. Roller Skate

🚆SongShan 松山🟢

大魯閣Roller186滑輪場小巨蛋館

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Nature & Hiking Trails

1. XiangShan

🚆XiangShan 香山🔴

Xiangshan

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2. JinMianShan

🚆 Xihu MRT

Jinmianshan Trailhead - Jinlong Ind Rd

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3. YinHe Cave Trail

🚆Taipei Zoo 動物園🟤 - Then ride up to Maokong Gondola Station, you’ll find the trailhead in the area.

Yinhe Cave Hiking Trail

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One of the most aesthetic hiking trail I've been in Taipei. It's best to hike here then go down with Gondola.

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Taipei 101

This area is a really large shopping district. You'll find plenty of malls and restaurants to eat nearby with a view of Taipei 101.

🚆Taipei 101 台北101🔴

Taipei 101 Shopping center

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You can get to the observatory to get a view of Taipei City from the 101st floor.

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That's all, hopefully you'll have a fun and safe trip in Taipei <3

Love, @nessahuangg.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Vanessa huang

Nihao, I'm Vanessa Huang. A travel v/blogger based in Taiwan. Since 2021, I've been sharing my travel experiences on TikTok and Instagram, you can find me as @nessahuangg. You can think of me as your go-to person for travel tips and ideas around Asia. Right now, I'm exploring different parts of Asia. I'll be sharing all my adventures with you, so you don't have to worry about finding great places to eat, things to do, or how to get around when you visit these countries. Let's explore Asia together! 🌏✈️📸

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