{"id":321325,"date":"2025-06-06T13:00:47","date_gmt":"2025-06-06T05:00:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/?p=321325"},"modified":"2025-06-04T11:51:12","modified_gmt":"2025-06-04T03:51:12","slug":"things-to-do-in-tainan-attractions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-tainan-attractions\/","title":{"rendered":"I visited Tainan for the first time: My top recommendations for things to do, eat and see in this laid-back Taiwanese city"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Ask me what my favourite destination in Asia is, and <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/taiwan-travel-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Taiwan<\/a> will always come up top. A charming place that retains tradition and natural beauty with a touch of modernity, it keeps me coming back \u2013 thrice, if you\u2019re wondering. While I love the bustling capital of <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/taipei-places-to-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Taipei<\/a> as a food and shopping haven, I sought a new experience this time and landed on Tainan, Taiwan\u2019s oldest city and former capital in the south.<\/p>\n<p>Having spent a week there, this city intrigued me with its laid-back charm. I love how I slowed down my footing and enjoyed the quieter moments. Tried and tested by yours truly, here are the top attractions, must-eats, and things to do in Tainan.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_72 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">A first-timer&#039;s guide to Tainan<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #333333;color:#333333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #333333;color:#333333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-tainan-attractions\/#top-attractions-to-bookmark\" title=\"Top attractions to bookmark\">Top attractions to bookmark<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-tainan-attractions\/#where-to-indulge-in-local-food\" title=\"Where to indulge in local food\">Where to indulge in local food<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-tainan-attractions\/#must-visit-cafes-restaurants-and-bars\" title=\"Must-visit cafes, restaurants and bars\">Must-visit cafes, restaurants and bars<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-tainan-attractions\/#how-to-get-to-tainan-from-singapore\" title=\"How to get to Tainan from Singapore\">How to get to Tainan from Singapore<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-tainan-attractions\/#how-to-get-around-tainan\" title=\"How to get around Tainan\">How to get around Tainan<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"top-attractions-to-bookmark\"><\/span>Top attractions to bookmark<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3>1. Tainan Art Museum Building 1<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321339\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321339\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321339 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Tainan-Art-Museum-1-facade-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Tainan attractions - Tainan Art Museum 1 facade\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Tainan-Art-Museum-1-facade-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Tainan-Art-Museum-1-facade-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Tainan-Art-Museum-1-facade.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321339\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Visiting art galleries and museums is one of my favourite ways to discover a new city. These spaces hold rich historical meaning and usually come with a facade that\u2019s oh-so-Instagrammable. Originally built in 1931 as the former Tainan Police Station, the building has been converted into a modern art exhibition space today.<\/p>\n<p>Expect to see Art Deco-style elements and remnants dating back to the Japanese colonial period. Inside, you\u2019ll find curated exhibitions and special displays that delve into local culture and history. I recommend coming on a weekday when the crowds are quieter and the building feels more peaceful. Oh, and your ticket includes entry to both Buildings 1 and 2 \u2013 talk about bang for your buck!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> $8.60 per adult<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Tuesday to Friday and Sunday, 10am to 6pm; Saturday, 10am to 9pm<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.twtainan.net\/en\/attractions\/detail\/4389\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tainan Art Museum Building 1<\/a>, No. 37, Nanmen Road, West Central District, Tainan City, Taiwan 700<\/p>\n<h3>2. Tainan Art Museum Building 2<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321338\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321338\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321338 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Tainan-Art-Museum-2-facade-and-exhibition-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Tainan attractions - Tainan Art Museum 2 facade and exhibition\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Tainan-Art-Museum-2-facade-and-exhibition-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Tainan-Art-Museum-2-facade-and-exhibition-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Tainan-Art-Museum-2-facade-and-exhibition.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321338\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Just a short four-minute walk from Building 1 is Tainan Art Museum Building 2. The striking museum exterior is unmissable. Designed by the team of Shigeru Ban (winner of the Pritzker Architecture Prize), the pentagon-shaped building boasts a clean, white exterior that appears more modern than Building 1.<\/p>\n<p>With a total of 26 exhibition rooms, a children\u2019s art centre and a souvenir shop, I easily spent a few hours immersing myself in the curation of local and international contemporary art. Feet aching after all that exploration? Head to the rooftop cafe, The Pool, a sun-drenched space with lofty glass ceilings.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> $8.60 per adult<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Tuesday to Friday and Sunday, 10am to 6pm; Saturday, 10am to 9pm<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.twtainan.net\/en\/attractions\/detail\/5721\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tainan Art Museum Building 2<\/a>, No. 1, Section 2, Zhongyi Road, West Central District, Tainan City, Taiwan 70041<\/p>\n<h3>3. Snail Alley<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321333\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321333\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321333 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Snail-Alley-Instagrammable-spots-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Tainan attractions - Snail Alley Instagrammable spots\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Snail-Alley-Instagrammable-spots-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Snail-Alley-Instagrammable-spots-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Snail-Alley-Instagrammable-spots.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321333\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Can\u2019t resist a photo opportunity? Pose and snap to your heart\u2019s content at Snail Alley. Made up of quiet, winding alleyways, this whimsical enclave is peppered with colourful murals, art installations and adorable snail motifs. It also holds historical meaning and pays tribute to a famed literary work by Taiwanese novelist Yeh Shih-tao. I spotted iconic lines from his book, The Past Is Like A Cloud, engraved on the pavement tiles!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> Free entry<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Open 24 hours<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.twtainan.net\/en\/attractions\/detail\/6052\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Snail Alley<\/a>, Lane 97, Section 2, Yongfu Road, West Central District, Tainan City, Taiwan 700<\/p>\n<h3>4. Quan Mei Movie Theatre<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321332\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321332\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321332 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Quan-Mei-Movie-Theatre-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Tainan attractions - Quan Mei Movie Theatre\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Quan-Mei-Movie-Theatre-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Quan-Mei-Movie-Theatre-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Quan-Mei-Movie-Theatre.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321332\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Singapore has The Projector, and Tainan has Quan Mei Movie Theatre. Built in 1950, this historic theatre retains its old-world charm and retro interiors with hand-painted movie posters plastered on the building facade. Spot the stunning recreations of Inside Out, Transformers and The Joker. Psst: take home a postcard version of the posters as a keepsake!<\/p>\n<p>The theatre has since stopped showing films, but visitors are welcome to tour it for a small fee. Stepping into the cinema instantly transported me back in time. Plus, you get to snap shots of yourself on the retro cinema seats. How cool is that?<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> $2 per pax for entry into the theatre<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Enquire for more information<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.twtainan.net\/en\/attractions\/detail\/5557\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Quan Mei Movie Theatre<\/a>, No. 187, Section 2, Yongfu Road, West Central District, Tainan City, Taiwan 700<\/p>\n<h3>5. Shennong Street<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321343\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321343\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321343 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Shennong-Street-lantern-display-at-night-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Tainan attractions - Shennong Street lantern display at night\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Shennong-Street-lantern-display-at-night-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Shennong-Street-lantern-display-at-night-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Shennong-Street-lantern-display-at-night.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321343\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Another Instagrammable, historically preserved street in Tainan? Yes, please! Shennong Street dates back to the Qing Dynasty. While some of the building\u2019s exteriors have been remodelled, you can still spot remnants of history. This place is best known for its lantern displays, and I recommend visiting at night to see the gorgeous illumination.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll also find a handful of boutiques selling handicrafts, souvenirs and other knick-knacks along both sides of the alleyway. I reckon an hour is more than enough time to stroll through all the stores.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> Free entry<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Open 24 hours; timings may vary by store<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.twtainan.net\/en\/attractions\/detail\/4420\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shennong Street<\/a>, West Central District, Tainan City, Taiwan, 700<\/p>\n<h3>6. Hayashi Department Store<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321331\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321331\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321331 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Hayashi-Department-Store-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Tainan attractions - Hayashi Department Store\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Hayashi-Department-Store-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Hayashi-Department-Store-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Hayashi-Department-Store.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321331\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Opened during the Japanese colonial era, Hayashi Department Store is a sprawling five-storey building that houses everything from snacks and household items to designer clothing and souvenirs. You can find cafes, restaurants and tea shops on the rooftop \u2013 perfect for a breather.<\/p>\n<p>Even if you\u2019re not one for shopping, I\u2019d still recommend a trip here. I love how the building retains its nostalgic charm with retro tiling, stairways, ceilings and beams. Don\u2019t forget to check out the vintage elevator, too. It\u2019s a unique feature that\u2019ll transport you back in time.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> Free entry<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Daily, 11am to 9pm<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.twtainan.net\/en\/attractions\/detail\/4403\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hayashi Department Store<\/a>, No. 63, Section 2, Zhongyi Road, West Central District, Tainan City, Taiwan 700<\/p>\n<h3>7. Ten Drum Cultural Village<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321344\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321344\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321344 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Ten-Drums-Cultural-Village-drum-performance-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Tainan attractions - Ten Drums Cultural Village drum performance\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Ten-Drums-Cultural-Village-drum-performance-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Ten-Drums-Cultural-Village-drum-performance-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Ten-Drums-Cultural-Village-drum-performance.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321344\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Visiting Tainan with the little ones? This attraction is a crowd-pleaser for the whole family. Made up of 22 old warehouses from the Japanese colonial era, it\u2019s a massive space spanning 7.5 hectares. Most visitors come for the show-stopping daily performance (11am and 3pm) by the celebrated Ten Drum Art Percussion Group. Blending traditional drumming and theatrical elements, the performers\u2019 captivating stage presence and skilled drumming left me awestruck.<\/p>\n<p>Post-show, there are plenty of thrilling and family-friendly activities to keep you entertained. Zoom down the five-storey-high chimney slide, embrace the adrenaline rush on the giant swing, or try your hand at the free drum classes. Potterheads, don\u2019t miss the Magic Factory. Touted as a Harry Potter-themed spot, this industrial-style space is decked out with ceiling-high bookshelves, flying magic books and other whimsical elements.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> Tickets from $20.95 per pax<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Monday to Friday, 10am to 5.30pm; Saturday and Sunday, 9.30am to 5.30pm; Thursday to Sunday, 5.30pm to 8.20pm<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/tendrum.com.tw\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ten Drum Cultural Village<\/a>, No. 326, Section 2, Wenhua Road, Rende District, Tainan City, Taiwan 71755<\/p>\n<h3>8. Tainan Confucius Temple<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321336\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321336\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321336 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Tainan-Confucius-Temple-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Tainan attractions - Tainan Confucius Temple\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Tainan-Confucius-Temple-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Tainan-Confucius-Temple-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Tainan-Confucius-Temple.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321336\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Tainan Confucius Temple is a must-see for history buffs in Tainan. Built in 1666, it marks Taiwan\u2019s first Confucius temple and first official school for higher learning. Stroll through a courtyard shaded by towering trees and traditional archways, as well as ancestral tablets. What caught my eye were the interactive exhibitions that showcased ceremonial processes and musical instruments from the early Manchu Dynasty. It\u2019s worth allocating an hour to thoroughly explore this historical attraction.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> From $1.70 per pax<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Daily, 8.30am to 5.30pm<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tn-confucius.org.tw\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tainan Confucius Temple<\/a>, No. 2, Nanmen Road, West Central District, Tainan City, Taiwan 700<\/p>\n<h3>9. Navy Destroyer Museum<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321341\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321341\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321341 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Navy-Destroyer-Museum-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Tainan attractions - Navy Destroyer Museum\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Navy-Destroyer-Museum-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Navy-Destroyer-Museum-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Navy-Destroyer-Museum.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321341\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Ever wanted to explore a warship? Docked at Anping Harbour, the DDG-925 Deyang ship was decommissioned in 2009 after almost 30 years of service. It\u2019s the only warship museum in Taiwan. Beyond the majestic facade, it retains the warship\u2019s original interiors and facilities. Venture into the captain\u2019s room, combat information centre, engine room, and galley for a semblance of life onboard.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> From $4.30 per pax<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Daily, 9am to 7pm<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/historic.tainan.gov.tw\/index.php?option=module&amp;lang=en&amp;task=pageinfo&amp;id=166&amp;index=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Navy Destroyer Museum<\/a>, No. 115, Anyi Road, Anping District, Tainan City, Taiwan 708<\/p>\n<h3>10. Anping Old Streets<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321340\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321340\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321340 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Anping-Fort-and-Anping-Treehouse-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Tainan attractions - Anping Fort and Anping Treehouse\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Anping-Fort-and-Anping-Treehouse-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Anping-Fort-and-Anping-Treehouse-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Anping-Fort-and-Anping-Treehouse.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321340\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>One of the best places to experience Tainan\u2019s rustic charm is this street built by the Dutch over 300 years ago. The bustling maze of alleys is lined with old stalls and pushcarts selling local delicacies, snacks and souvenirs. Fill up on Taiwanese treats like deep-fried shrimp rolls, oyster omelette, beancurd pudding and more.<\/p>\n<p>For more sightseeing, <strong>Anping Old Fort<\/strong> and <strong>Anping Treehouse<\/strong> are within walking distance. Peep at the heritage building that once served as the Dutch administrative centre and a trading hub. Or, explore the treehouse compound that was originally a warehouse for a major British trading firm during the Qing Dynasty. This striking structure has been gradually enveloped by the sprawling roots and branches of a massive banyan tree over the years.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> Free entry; various attractions are ticketed<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Open 24 hours; timings may vary by store<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.twtainan.net\/en\/attractions\/detail\/4489\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Anping Old Streets<\/a>, Yanping Street, Anping District, Tainan City, Taiwan 708<\/p>\n<h3>11. Yuguang Island<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321350\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321350\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321350 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Yuguang-Island-beach-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Tainan attractions - Yuguang Island beach\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Yuguang-Island-beach-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Yuguang-Island-beach-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-attractions-Yuguang-Island-beach.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321350\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Say hello to tranquillity at this offshore island in Anping District. A former fishermen&#8217;s settlement, it\u2019s a well-loved spot for locals and tourists to chase sunrises and sunsets. Feeling adventurous? Try various watersports like paddleboarding, sailing and windsurfing, or consider joining a boat tour to venture beyond the mainland.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Price:<\/strong> Free entry<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Open 24 hours<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.twtainan.net\/en\/attractions\/detail\/5521\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yuguang Island<\/a>, Yuguang Road, Anping District, Tainan City, Taiwan 708<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"where-to-indulge-in-local-food\"><\/span>Where to indulge in local food<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3>12. Tainan Garden Night Market<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321345\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321345\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321345 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-food-Garden-Night-Market-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Tainan food - Garden Night Market\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-food-Garden-Night-Market-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-food-Garden-Night-Market-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-food-Garden-Night-Market.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321345\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Brace yourself for one of the largest (and most exciting, IMO) night markets in Taiwan! With nearly 400 stores in clearly demarcated areas for food, fashion, retail, and game booths, Tainan Garden Night Market is heaven on earth for foodies.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s tempting to try everything, but here are the dishes I\u2019d recommend stopping for: stinky tofu; charcoal-grilled chicken thigh; sweet potato balls; melt-in-the-mouth mochi in flavours like milk, chocolate and matcha; and casket bread, an open-faced toasted bread overflowing with cream corn soup.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Must-try dishes:<\/strong> Stinky tofu; charcoal-grilled chicken thigh; flavoured mochi<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, 5pm to 12am<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/TainanGNM\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tainan Garden Night Market<\/a>, No. 533, Section 3, Hai\u2019an Road, North District, Tainan City, Taiwan 704<\/p>\n<h3>13. Ah Tang Xian Zhou<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321347\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321347\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321347 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-food-Ah-Tang-Xian-Zhou-milkfish-porridge-and-milkfish-belly-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Tainan food - Ah Tang Xian Zhou milkfish porridge and milkfish belly\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-food-Ah-Tang-Xian-Zhou-milkfish-porridge-and-milkfish-belly-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-food-Ah-Tang-Xian-Zhou-milkfish-porridge-and-milkfish-belly-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-food-Ah-Tang-Xian-Zhou-milkfish-porridge-and-milkfish-belly.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321347\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Warm and full of umami goodness, a bowl of milkfish congee ranks high as a comforting breakfast meal, especially during the colder seasons. You can\u2019t leave without trying this local specialty. This store serves it congee-style with milkfish slices and plump oysters. I\u2019d also recommend trying the milkfish belly that\u2019s pan-fried to golden perfection. Tip: share these between two pax \u2018cos these folks are generous with their portions.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Must-try dishes:<\/strong> Milkfish congee; pan-fried milkfish belly<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Wednesday to Monday, 6am to 1pm<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> Ah Tang Xian Zhou, No. 728, Section 1, Ximen Road, West Central District, Tainan City, Taiwan 700<\/p>\n<h3>14. Chun Yan Fang Gu Zao Wei Guo Shao Ee Mian<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321334\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321334\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321334 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-food-Chun-Yan-Fang-Gu-Zao-Wei-Guo-Shao-Ee-Mian-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Tainan food - Chun Yan Fang Gu Zao Wei Guo Shao Ee Mian\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-food-Chun-Yan-Fang-Gu-Zao-Wei-Guo-Shao-Ee-Mian-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-food-Chun-Yan-Fang-Gu-Zao-Wei-Guo-Shao-Ee-Mian-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-food-Chun-Yan-Fang-Gu-Zao-Wei-Guo-Shao-Ee-Mian.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321334\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Tick nabeyaki egg noodles off your Tainan food bucket list at this local spot. Humble and unpretentious, the compact eatery was already filled with throngs of people at 9am when we visited.<\/p>\n<p>The nabeyaki egg noodle dish is the star. Each bowl comes with egg noodles, veggies, fried fish slices and an egg. The soup leans on the sweeter side, while the al dente egg noodles have a firm, crunchy texture. You can swap your carbs for udon, cellophane or rice noodles, but I\u2019d suggest sticking with the classic choice.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Must-try dishes:<\/strong> Nabeyaki egg noodles<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Monday to Friday, 6am to 8pm; Saturday and Sunday, 6am to 3pm<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/p\/%E9%86%87%E6%B6%8E%E5%9D%8A%E9%8D%8B%E7%87%92%E6%84%8F%E9%BA%B5-100063706369591\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chun Yan Fang Gu Zao Wei Guo Shao Ee Mian<\/a>, No. 53, Bao An Road, West Central District, Tainan City, Taiwan 700<\/p>\n<h3>15. Ke Xiang Chao<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321342\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321342\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321342 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-food-Ke-Xiang-Chao-deep-fried-egg-pancakes-and-sandwiches-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Tainan food - Ke Xiang Chao deep fried egg pancakes and sandwiches\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-food-Ke-Xiang-Chao-deep-fried-egg-pancakes-and-sandwiches-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-food-Ke-Xiang-Chao-deep-fried-egg-pancakes-and-sandwiches-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-food-Ke-Xiang-Chao-deep-fried-egg-pancakes-and-sandwiches.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321342\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This well-loved breakfast store puts a spin on the usual egg pancake, and I\u2019m so here for it. Each egg pancake comes stuffed with your favourite ingredients (bacon, roasted meat, cheese and the like), and is beautifully pan-fried for that crisp exterior. Crunchy on the outside and a burst of flavours on the inside, it\u2019s worth every calorie.<\/p>\n<p>You can also get your fix of sandwiches, burgers and thick toasts, but the egg pancake is unmissable. Heads-up: the store is run by a two-man team, so I don\u2019t recommend coming if you\u2019re in a rush.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Must-try dishes:<\/strong> Egg pancake with mashed potatoes, roasted meat and cheese; signature toast<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Monday to Friday, 7am to 2pm; Saturday and Sunday, 8.30am to 2pm<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> Ke Xiang Chao, No. 7, Section 1, Yongfu Road, West Central District, Tainan City, Taiwan 700<\/p>\n<h3>16. Guo Hua Street<\/h3>\n<p>What\u2019s a trip to Taiwan without stuffing yourself silly? Come hungry and ready to feast at Guo Hua Street, one of Tainan\u2019s best-known food streets. Eat your way through an array of food stalls selling traditional snacks and local delicacies \u2013 at wallet-friendly prices, no less.<\/p>\n<p>To maximise your stomach space, here are some must-visit spots: <strong>Yi Wei Pin<\/strong> for wa gui (steamed rice pudding topped with minced pork, dried shrimp and savoury sauces); <strong>Yong Le Shrimp and Meat Dumplings<\/strong> for juicy, stuffed dumplings; and <strong>Xiu\u2019an Douhua<\/strong> for silky tofu pudding served with toppings like pudding and taro balls.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Must-try dishes:<\/strong> Wa gui; shrimp and meat dumplings; tofu pudding<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Open 24 hours; timings may vary by store<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> Guo Hua Street, Yongkang District, Tainan City, Taiwan 710<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"must-visit-cafes-restaurants-and-bars\"><\/span>Must-visit cafes, restaurants and bars<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3>17. Wu Liu Shou Chuan Shao Izakaya<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321349\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321349\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321349 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-restaurants-Wu-Liu-Shou-Chuan-Shao-Izakaya-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Tainan restaurants - Wu Liu Shou Chuan Shao Izakaya\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-restaurants-Wu-Liu-Shou-Chuan-Shao-Izakaya-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-restaurants-Wu-Liu-Shou-Chuan-Shao-Izakaya-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-restaurants-Wu-Liu-Shou-Chuan-Shao-Izakaya.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321349\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Taiwan is no stranger to Japanese culture, and izakayas are a dime a dozen with a Taiwanese spin. My local friend brought me to this popular spot in the West Central District with a whopping 4.9-star rating, and it didn\u2019t disappoint.<\/p>\n<p>Dimly-lit and decked out with retro posters, calligraphy and traditional Japanese accents, the restaurant instantly immersed me in a relaxing and cosy atmosphere. You\u2019ll be spoilt for choice with a variety of grilled meats and seafood, skewers, fried food, cold appetisers and main dishes. It\u2019s best to come in a group so you can try a bit of everything.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Must-try dishes:<\/strong> Mentaiko chicken skewers; sesame spinach rolls; dango<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Daily, 6pm to 1am<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/wuliushou6\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wu Liu Shou Chuan Shao Izakaya<\/a>, No. 49, Shennong Street, West Central District, Tainan City, Taiwan 700<\/p>\n<h3>18. Avversita<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321346\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321346\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321346 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-cafes-Avversita-seafood-stew-and-hojicha-au-lait-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Tainan cafes - Avversita seafood stew and hojicha au lait\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-cafes-Avversita-seafood-stew-and-hojicha-au-lait-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-cafes-Avversita-seafood-stew-and-hojicha-au-lait-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-cafes-Avversita-seafood-stew-and-hojicha-au-lait.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321346\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>When one door closes, another opens. That\u2019s how I stumbled upon this gem when my original destination was crowded. As with most Taiwanese cafes I\u2019ve visited, the atmosphere is warm, welcoming and invites you to stay for a little while. The interiors boast European-style furnishing with wooden accents and lush greenery.<\/p>\n<p>Brunch classics, pastas and hearty mains are what these folks are known for. I zeroed in on the seafood stew served with a salad, fruit and veggie skewers, and two buttery buns. The freshly baked buns were fluff perfection and paired superbly with the umami-rich stew. Trust me when I say I had to resist bagging some home. The hojicha au lait was also a pleasant surprise with balanced sweetness and creaminess.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Must-try dishes:<\/strong> Seafood stew; porcini risotto; crispy confit duck leg<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Varies by day<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/avversita_tainan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Avversita<\/a>, No. 283, Section 2, Fuqian Road, West Central District, Tainan City, Taiwan 700<\/p>\n<h3>19. Wanan<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321337\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321337\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321337 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-cafes-Wanan-sesame-mochi-waffle-and-au-lait-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Tainan cafes - Wanan sesame mochi waffle and au lait\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-cafes-Wanan-sesame-mochi-waffle-and-au-lait-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-cafes-Wanan-sesame-mochi-waffle-and-au-lait-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-cafes-Wanan-sesame-mochi-waffle-and-au-lait.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321337\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If you\u2019re a serial cafe hopper who can\u2019t resist cute aesthetics and desserts, Wanan is up your alley. This charming cafe is enveloped in warm, earthy tones and cute signage, and feels like it\u2019s right out of an animated film. The tempting waffle selection is on full display, featuring flavours like sesame, sweet potato, Earl Grey and matcha. Wash it down with a cup of coffee, au lait, or tea. It\u2019s best to arrive early \u2018cos these waffles sell out fast!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Must-try dishes:<\/strong> Sesame mochi waffle; matcha red bean mochi waffle<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Wednesday to Monday, 1pm to 6pm<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/wanan.ailin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wanan<\/a>, No. 20, Lane 342, Section 1, Fuqian Road, West Central District, Tainan City, Taiwan 700<\/p>\n<h3>20. Goca Coffee Tainan<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321348\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321348\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321348 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-cafes-Goca-Coffee-tiramisu-coffee-and-honey-au-lait-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Tainan cafes - Goca Coffee tiramisu, coffee and honey au lait\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-cafes-Goca-Coffee-tiramisu-coffee-and-honey-au-lait-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-cafes-Goca-Coffee-tiramisu-coffee-and-honey-au-lait-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-cafes-Goca-Coffee-tiramisu-coffee-and-honey-au-lait.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321348\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Tucked away in a narrow alleyway, this cafe is a gem of a find. The space is small yet inviting, and it feels like you\u2019ve stepped into a friend\u2019s home. Sit at the counter and sip coffee while chatting with the friendly owners, or venture into a cosy seating area at the back. Perfect for intimate conversations, it\u2019s set up like a campsite with foldable camping chairs and fairy lights. And don\u2019t just look at the beverages. The tiramisu \u2013 available in coffee and tie guan yin flavours \u2013 is decadent without being cloying.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Must-try dishes:<\/strong> Tiramisu; specialty coffee; honey au lait<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Monday to Saturday, 6pm to 11.30pm<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/gocacoffee_tainan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Goca Coffee Tainan<\/a>, No. 33-4, Lane 125, Section 2, Shulin Street, West Central District, Tainan City, Taiwan 700016<\/p>\n<h3>21. Lianren Shabu<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321351\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321351\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321351 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-restaurants-Lianren-Shabu-hotpot-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Tainan restaurants - Lianren Shabu hotpot\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-restaurants-Lianren-Shabu-hotpot-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-restaurants-Lianren-Shabu-hotpot-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-restaurants-Lianren-Shabu-hotpot.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321351\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>When in Taiwan, hotpot is a must-eat \u2013 sorry, we don\u2019t make the rules. Overwhelmed by all the options? Here\u2019s a classy restaurant I\u2019d recommend. Served individually, each hotpot set includes a soup base, a meat or seafood platter, a veggie platter, a drink, a choice of carbs, and sauces. The meat was fresh and beautifully marbled, with a portion comfortable for one. Coupled with attentive and warm service, it\u2019s a value-for-money spot to get your hotpot fix.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Must-try dishes:<\/strong> Pork belly set with handmade noodles<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Daily, 11am to 9.30pm<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/view\/lianrenshabu\/%E9%A6%96%E9%A0%81?authuser=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lianren Shabu<\/a>, No. 127, Guoping North Road, Anping District, Tainan City, Taiwan 708013<\/p>\n<h3>22. Swallow Tainan<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321335\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321335\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321335 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-bars-Swallow-cocktails-and-bar-interior-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Tainan bars - Swallow cocktails and bar interior\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-bars-Swallow-cocktails-and-bar-interior-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-bars-Swallow-cocktails-and-bar-interior-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-bars-Swallow-cocktails-and-bar-interior.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321335\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>A cafe by day and cocktail bar by night, Swallow Tainan stole my heart. Opened by a mixologist couple, the space is refurbished from a century-old shophouse. The owners chose to keep the exposed bricks and wall imperfections, which lend a rustic charm to the space.<\/p>\n<p>For drinks, we went with the staff\u2019s recommendations based on our preferences and were pleasantly surprised by both. The Guava is a refreshing tequila-based concoction elevated with guava juice and sea salt, while the Financier tasted like an indulgent dessert in a cup \u2013 a blend of caramelised butter rum, roasted barley and marzipan.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Must-try drinks:<\/strong> Guava; Financier<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Sunday to Thursday, 11am to 1am; Friday and Saturday, 11am to 2am|<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/swallowtainan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Swallow Tainan<\/a>, No. 27, Chongan Street, North District, Tainan City, Taiwan 704<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-to-get-to-tainan-from-singapore\"><\/span>How to get to Tainan from Singapore<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Book a direct flight from Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE). Airlines like Singapore Airlines, Eva Air, China Airlines and Scoot offer direct flights, with a flight time between 4.5 to 5 hours.<\/p>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve arrived at TPE, take the Airport MRT (Mass Rapid Transit) to Taoyuan HSR Station for about 25 minutes. Finally, take the Taiwan High-Speed Rail (THSR) southwards to Tainan HSR station, a journey that takes about 1.5 to 2 hours.<\/p>\n<p>Alternatively, you can book a flight from SIN to Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH) and take the THSR from Zuoying HSR Station to Tainan HSR Station. Do note that most flights from Singapore to Kaohsiung have a layover, with only China Airlines offering direct flights.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-to-get-around-tainan\"><\/span>How to get around Tainan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_321352\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-321352\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-321352 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-things-to-do-guide-Night-view-of-the-streets-with-motorcycles-and-cars-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Tainan things to do guide - Night view of the streets with motorcycles and cars\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-things-to-do-guide-Night-view-of-the-streets-with-motorcycles-and-cars-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-things-to-do-guide-Night-view-of-the-streets-with-motorcycles-and-cars-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/06\/Tainan-things-to-do-guide-Night-view-of-the-streets-with-motorcycles-and-cars.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-321352\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Jeffrey W via Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><strong>By car:<\/strong> Taxis and private-hire cars are easily available and affordably priced. Private-hire cars can be booked via the Uber and Line Taxi mobile apps.<\/p>\n<p><strong>By scooter or motorbike:<\/strong> Scooters and motorbikes are popular ways for locals to get around, but you\u2019ll need an International Driving Permit (IDP) with the correct motorcycle endorsement, along with your home country&#8217;s valid driver&#8217;s license. Travellers can rent scooters and motorbikes through platforms like Klook or KKday.<\/p>\n<p><strong>By public transport:<\/strong> Public buses are the main form of public transportation within Tainan, though frequencies can be lower on weekends and evenings. You\u2019ll need an EasyCard or iPass, which can be bought and topped up at convenience stores like 7-Eleven and FamilyMart.<\/p>\n<p>The south of Taiwan is calling; save this first-timer guide for your next trip to Tainan!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ask me what my favourite destination in Asia is, and Taiwan will always come up top. 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