Taipei, Taiwan Travel Guide 🇹🇼
Taipei, Taiwan Travel Guide 🇹🇼
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🇹🇼 Discover the vibrant heart of Taipei, Taiwan, where ancient traditions meet modern flair in one of Asia's most dynamic cities. Explore the rich history of Taipei's temples, like the iconic Longshan Temple, wander the bustling night markets of Shilin and Raohe for mouth-watering street food, and take in sweeping city views from Taipei 101. From serene tea fields and hot springs in Beitou to the creative streets of Ximending, this guide covers the best of Taipei’s attractions, culinary gems, unique experiences, and accommodations to make your trip unforgettable. Get ready to dive into Taipei's unparalleled mix of heritage and innovation!
What this guide includes;
📍10 Attractions/Must-Dos
✈️ Best Flight Options
🎫 10 City Tours
🛏️ 15 Hotel Recommendations
🍕 10 Restaurant Recommendations
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Attractions
Taipei 101
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Marvel at Taipei’s iconic skyscraper with panoramic views from its observation deck. Don’t miss the chance to see the world’s fastest elevator in action.
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Shilin Night Market
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Experience Taipei’s largest night market, filled with food stalls offering local delicacies like stinky tofu, bubble tea, and fried chicken. A foodie's paradise!
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Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall
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Pay homage to Taiwan’s history with this grand memorial, which features stunning architecture, peaceful gardens, and the changing of the guard ceremony.
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Lungshan Temple
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Visit this historic temple, a beautiful blend of Taoist, Buddhist, and folk beliefs, adorned with intricate carvings and bustling with local worshippers.
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National Palace Museum
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Dive into Chinese history at one of the world’s best museums, housing thousands of ancient artifacts, including jade, ceramics, and scroll paintings.
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Xiangshan (Elephant Mountain)
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Hike up this short but steep trail for a fantastic view of Taipei’s skyline, especially stunning at sunset with Taipei 101 in the distance.
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Beitou Public Hotspring
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Relax in the natural hot springs of Beitou, a scenic area known for its spas, geothermal valley, and hot spring museum that explains the area’s history.
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Ximending Walking District
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Wander through Taipei’s trendiest neighborhood, filled with street art, unique boutiques, entertainment, and delicious street food.
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Raohe Street Night Market
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Walk through one of Taipei’s oldest night markets, known for its traditional Taiwanese snacks like pepper buns, grilled squid, and mochi.
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Yangmingshan National Park
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Escape the city and enjoy hiking, hot springs, and lush landscapes at this national park, home to fumaroles, cherry blossoms, and diverse flora and fauna.
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Where to Stay?
Luxury Accomodations
Mandarin Oriental, Taipei
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A luxurious landmark in Taipei, the Mandarin Oriental combines opulent design with exceptional service. Guests enjoy spacious rooms, a world-class spa, and gourmet dining in a central location near the city’s top attractions.
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The Okura Prestige Taipei
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Located in the lively Zhongshan district, this upscale hotel offers refined Japanese-inspired elegance with plush rooms, a rooftop pool, and top-notch dining options. Ideal for travelers seeking a blend of tradition and luxury.
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Grand Hyatt Taipei
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Positioned next to Taipei 101, this expansive hotel offers modern elegance and unbeatable convenience. With sophisticated rooms, several dining options, and a refreshing outdoor pool, it’s perfect for business and leisure travelers alike.
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Eslite Hotel
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A boutique hotel set within Songshan Cultural and Creative Park, Eslite Hotel provides a tranquil and artful retreat. Known for its library and cozy atmosphere, it’s a favorite among creatives and those seeking a unique, serene stay.
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Hotel Metropolitan Premier Taipei
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This modern hotel boasts contemporary luxury in the heart of Taipei’s bustling Zhongshan district, featuring chic rooms, fine dining, and convenient access to shopping and nightlife.
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Moderate Accomodations
Suz & Catorze Taipei, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
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A charming boutique hotel with French-inspired design, SUE & CATORZE combines elegant decor and personalized service for an intimate stay. Its stylish ambiance and cozy atmosphere make it a hidden gem.
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MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
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A sleek and stylish hotel located near the vibrant Zhongxiao area, this hotel offers minimalist Japanese-inspired decor and an inviting ambiance. Enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, and metro stations.
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Hotel Resonance Taipei, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Part of Hilton’s Tapestry Collection, this upscale hotel offers a chic, contemporary experience with wellness-focused amenities. Located near Taipei Main Station, it’s perfect for travelers wanting convenience and modern comforts.
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Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Taipei Ximen
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Situated in the trendy Ximending district, this hotel combines Japanese hospitality with modern comfort. With easy access to shopping, dining, and nightlife, it’s a great choice for youthful and adventurous visitors.
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arTree Hotel
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This art-themed hotel near Taipei Arena features vibrant, nature-inspired decor and comfortable amenities. With spacious rooms and a unique design, it’s a memorable spot for travelers looking for a creative stay.
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Budget Accomodations
Evergreen Laurel Hotel Taipei
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Known for its timeless elegance and excellent service, Evergreen Laurel offers spacious rooms and classic decor. Located in Daan district, it’s a comfortable option with proximity to shopping and dining.
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citizenM Taipei North Gate hotel
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A modern, tech-savvy hotel with a minimalist design, CitizenM provides affordable luxury with automated check-in, smart room controls, and a lively social area. Perfect for travelers who value style and convenience.
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Palais de Chine Hotel
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This luxurious, French-inspired hotel offers an opulent ambiance with beautifully designed rooms and fine dining options. Located near Taipei Main Station, it’s ideal for those seeking elegance and convenience.
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HOTEL COZZI Taipei Zhongxiao
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A comfortable, family-friendly hotel near Zhongxiao Fuxing station, Hotel Cozzi offers spacious rooms with modern amenities and a welcoming atmosphere, great for families and business travelers.
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The Tango Nanshi
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Located in the Zhongshan district, The Tango Nanshi is a chic hotel with stylish rooms, excellent amenities, and easy access to local attractions, shopping, and restaurants, perfect for a comfortable, centrally-located stay.
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Prices may vary based on room type and time of year.
What to Eat?
Raw
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For Taipei’s single-best fine dining experience, head to Raw, where acclaimed chef André Chiang serves a carefully curated tasting menu in a stunning space. Chiang (who is perhaps best known for his eponymous restaurant in Singapore) is a Taiwan native who offers traditional local fare with a Western twist. The experience might start with giant oysters topped with tiny pearls of sago followed by fatty pork over rice creatively layered with puffed rice and mushrooms. The star dish is the duck breast. [$$$]
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Addiction Aquatic Development
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A photogenic temple to seafood offering platters of fresh sashimi and premade bento boxes that can be eaten on the spot. Also a fish market, hot pot destination, sushi bar, and restaurant. Think Dean & DeLuca meets Tsukiji fish market. [$$$$]
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Gabee Coffee
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Award-winning barista Van Lin opened Gabee in 2004, and a month later he won the Taiwan Latte Art Championship. Compared to other coffee shops, the menu is extensive. There’s carbonated coffee and a fascinating repertoire of concoctions that take advantage of Taiwan’s seasonal gourds and vegetables. The sweet potato coffee is Taiwan’s answer to pumpkin spice latte — hearty, sweet, and topped with a slice of caramelized potato. [$]
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Sunny Hills
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Shortcakes stuffed with condensed pineapple jam are unique to Taiwan and commonly given out as presents. While other companies might add winter melon to cut costs, SunnyHills’ recipe is pure pineapple and made by hand. The product only has a 15-day shelf life, so don’t wait to scarf these down. [$]
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Fujin Tree Taiwanese Cuisine & Champagne (Songshan)
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Another venture from the Fujin Tree Group, whose Taipei empire spans cafes, specialty stores, and clothing — Fujin Tree Taiwanese Cuisine & Champagne offers traditional banquet dishes such as dong po rou (fatty pork belly braised in soy sauce) alongside an extensive champagne menu. The usual banquet restaurant signifiers — brocade tablecloths, bottles of Taiwan Beer — are absent, replaced by a minimalist interior peppered with ethereal dried flower sculptures and polished wood furniture. [$$ - $$$]
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Mountain & Sea House Restaurant
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Mountain and Sea House is an ode to Taiwanese banquet food, and thus best when enjoyed in a large group. The organic fare is sourced entirely from local farms, including the owners’ own farm in Nan’ao — an indigenous township in the southern part of Yilan County, Taiwan. The menu’s pièce de résistance is a whole pig baked inside a salt-based meringue, cracked open with a hammer. But don’t skip the fried rice layered with powdered mullet roe and abalone, seasoned with aboriginal spices. [$$$]
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My Stove at Songjiang Nanjing Station
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Fatty pork over rice is a splendid Taiwanese comfort dish and has become, over the years, the main draw at this quaint Taiwanese restaurant, an intentional flashback with lanterns and papered walls. It’s all small shared plates, and both the fried squid balls and white-cut chicken are lovely ways to start. There’s also creamy mapo tofu cooked with eggplant and sesame oil-laced chicken over sticky rice.
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Liu Mama Noodle
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A favorite haunt of Taipei taxi drivers (always good sign), this sprawling street stall beneath a busy highway overpass serves up heaping plates of liang mian, literally “cold noodles.” Dressed with silky sesame sauce, julienned cucumbers, and chile oil, the noodles are typically paired with steaming bowls of miso soup swirled with egg and gong wan, hearty Chinese meatballs. Insiders know not to skip the equally revered re chao, or quick-fry eatery next door, with open-air tables dishing out fresh, stir-fried seafood until the early hours. [$]
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Ay-Chung Flour-Rice Noodle
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Pig intestine vermicelli served in a thick pottage soup sounds unconventional, but don’t overlook it. The silky-thin rice vermicelli, cooked in a starch-heavy broth of aromatics, harmonizes with the chopped intestines, which have a rubbery texture and aren’t at all overpowering. Sambal on the side is a wonderful addition for spice lovers. [$]
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Shao Shao Ke (Xiao Xiao Ke) Xinjiang Excellent Restaurant
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Shao Shao Ke is an ode to the cuisine of Shaanxi, a province in China with a strong love for cumin and noodles. On the menu, anything with lamb and noodles is fair game. This may be the only place in town with fried Chinese cheese: Served in deep-fried dough and topped with powdered sugar, the dish must be reserved ahead of time. Paomo, crumbled flatbread served in broth, is also a must. [$$]
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