I've lived in Taipei since 2018 and have seen a lot of this city! If you ask me what is there to see and do in Taipei, or just how to navigate your way around the city, then this is the guide for you! ✨ 

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If you ask me what there is to do in Taipei, then this is a list of the top 30 places I’d send to you.

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Things to See & Do in Taipei

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Locations: Taipei,  Taroko Area, Tainan, Kaohsiung
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The land of 𝐛𝐮𝐛𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐞𝐚, 𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐩 𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐧 𝐣𝐮𝐢𝐜𝐞, and 𝐧𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 🍢Taiwan is one of the most beautiful places I've visited—its food culture and natural wonders will make you want to live there!

This 7-day Taiwan travel itinerary will guide you through the best things to do in Taiwan and allow you to indulge in authentic Taiwanese cuisine and explore Taiwan's history and culture. I've tried Din Tai Fung, Taiwanese popcorn chicken, Xing Fu Tang, amongst a bunch of other things—and good lawd it hits different in the land of their origin!!

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○ Day 2: Zhongshan / Ximending
○ Day 3: Yehliu / Jiufen / Shifen
○ Day 4: Shilin / Zhongshan
○ Day 5: Zhongzheng / Xinyi
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○ Day 7: Datong / Zhongshan

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Last November, I went on a short solo trip to Taipei to catch a concert. 4 days feels neither too short nor too long. Most people wouldn't spend 4 whole days in just Taipei alone but there is so much to explore in this colourful city! If you have already been to Taipei a few times and are bored of the usual Imperial Palace and all, try out these off the beaten path finds.

You can use this guide as part of a longer trip or fast and furious if you're tight on time like me.

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📍15 Attractions/Must-Dos
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🎫 10 City Tours
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🍕 15 Restaurant Recommendations
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Raohe Night Market

This could be one of your 2 options for dinner. Take note that when I say this area is bustling at night, it is BUSTLING. Be ready to eat while you're walking/standing because it's gonna be crowded. But the food is just worth it! My favorites were the beef noodle soup, Ji Pai (Taiwanese Fried Chicken Steak), and stinky tofu. 

This is the most popular night market in Taipei.  Known for a convenient mix of shopping, food, and temples all in one place.  Located at the northeast edge of Xinyi District, right next to Songshan station, it is very convenient to public transportation.

Raohe Night Market features numerous food stalls and is conveniently accessible via Taipei’s MRT. Notably, it is home to six Michelin-rated food stalls, enhancing its reputation as a top destination for local delicacies and culinary experiences.

if you search up night markets this will probably be top 3, its a super popular one and for good reason. they have a bunch of fun games/shops and good foods (PINEAPPLE BUN + ICE CREAM or BUTTER is near the entrance must get dessert!) 

My favourite night market in Taipei! This is a must-visit for all of my fellow foodies. The pepper pork buns sold near the beginning of the market are absolutely incredible. I think about them often... lol.

Pepper buns. Sausage in a sausage. If you're spoiled for choice here at this night market, these are the 2 items you cannot pass. They would keep well for breakfast the next day too. 

Walk through one of Taipei’s oldest night markets, known for its traditional Taiwanese snacks like pepper buns, grilled squid, and mochi.

Rahoe Night Market is a nice night market if you are trying to avoid big crowds. It is located right next to Songshan Ciyou Temple!

One of Taipei's most popular night markets with several Michelin-recommended stalls, including Fuzhou Black Pepper Buns.

Another popular night market where you can enjoy affordable and delicious Taiwanese snacks.

A classic - if you are looking for a postcard night market experience, this is it. 

The amount of steps you walk will counter the number of calories you intake

Try to avoid peak hours, 7-9pm, as it is most crowded then.

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