FREE Taipei 3-Day Itinerary

FREE Taipei 3-Day Itinerary

For a first-time visit to Taiwan, an itinerary including Taipei is a must! Here is a sample 3-day itinerary to see the top sights!
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Where to Stay in Taipei 

The Zhongzheng district is centrally located and a great location if you're visiting Taipei for the first time

Sheraton Grand Taipei Hotel
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Hotel Resonance Taipei, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Midrange hotel
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Via Hotel Taipei Station
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Budget hotel
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Day 1: Taipei

MORNING ACTIVITIES

National Taiwan Museum
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9 AM - This museum has lots of exhibits, including history and natural history exhibits. Closed on Mondays
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Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall
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11 AM - This memorial hall is stunning. It is a top attraction in Taipei!
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LUNCH

Jin Feng Braised Pork Rice
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1 PM - I had this place bookmarked, but didn't get a chance to go
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AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES

Red House
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3 PM - This is a cool, red-brick, octagonal building with exhibits and shops
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Lungshan Temple
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4 PM - A popular Buddhist temple to see in Taipei
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DINNER

Night markets and street food are a MUST in Taiwan! 

Huaxi Street Night Market
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Guangzhou Street Night Market
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Day 2: Taipei

MORNING ACTIVITIES

Huashan 1914 Creative Park
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9 AM - This is such a cute park with cute sculptures
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National Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall
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11 AM - This cultural center has some cool exhibits. As of 3/2024, it is closed for renovations, so check the website to see if it will be open
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LUNCH

Din Tai Fung 101
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12 PM - If you love Din Tai Fung, you should try it in Taiwan!
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AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES

Taipei 101
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2 PM - Amazing skyscraper! The elevators here were awarded as the world's fastest passenger elevators by Guinness World Records from 2004-2015
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Xiangshan
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5 PM - You can get great views of Taipei 101. Try to hike around sunset time!
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Songshan Ciyou Temple
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6 PM - Very decorative temple
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DINNER 

Raohe Street Night Market
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7 PM - Get dinner at a night market!
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Day 3: Taipei

MORNING ACTIVITIES

Xingtian Temple
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8 AM - Modern temple with large red gates and dragon statues
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Fine Arts Park
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9 AM - Park with lots of photo opportunities (glass pyramid and sculptures)
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Taipei Fine Arts Museum
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10 AM - Cool, contemporary art museum. Closed Mondays
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LUNCH

Taipei Expo Farmer's Market
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12 PM - Casual food hall
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AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES

Taipei Confucius Temple
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1 PM - Colorful temple
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Dalongdong Baoan Temple
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1:30 PM - Another temple if you have interest!
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Chiang Kai-Shek Shilin Residence
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2 PM - This is the former home of President Chiang Kai-shek. The garden is incredible with gorgeous picture opportunities. Highly recommend!
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National Palace Museum
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3:30 PM - This is a huge museum with tons of artifacts and treasures. Closes at 5 PM. Closed on Mondays
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DINNER

Shilin Night Market
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6 PM - Get more delicious food at the night market!
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EVENING ACTIVITIES

Beitou Public Hotspring
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8 PM - Relax at the Beitou Hotsprings!
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Click below for the full Taiwan itinerary! 

Thank you for reading! Follow @Jenuine_reviews on Instagram for more food and travel inspirations! Feel free to message me on Instagram or send me an email at Jenuine_reviews@yahoo.com with any questions, comments, or suggestions! 

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Hello! My name is Jennifer! I’m a pharmacist with a passion for traveling and trying new foods! As a busy healthcare professional, vacation time is limited, so I create jam-packed itineraries to make the most of my traveling experiences! I spend hours of research to make organized itineraries to optimize my time to see the most popular attractions in each place and to find the best food to eat! I'd love to share my experiences and tips with you! If you have any questions, you can contact me via direct message on Instagram (@jenuine_reviews) or send me an email at Jenuine_reviews@yahoo.com!
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