{"id":338149,"date":"2026-05-19T12:00:10","date_gmt":"2026-05-19T04:00:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/?p=338149"},"modified":"2026-05-18T16:24:52","modified_gmt":"2026-05-18T08:24:52","slug":"things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/","title":{"rendered":"Best things to do in Taipei, Taiwan: Top attractions, famous shopping streets and night markets"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Searching for the best things to do in Taipei, Taiwan? As a fourth-time visitor to the city, I\u2019ve put together an ultimate guide on the top tourist attractions, shopping districts, arts and culture enclaves, night markets and easy half-day escapes in Taipei. With my personal experience and pro tips sprinkled in the mix, this guide will make planning your Taipei itinerary oh-so-easy.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s my hot take: whether it\u2019s the satisfying street food, wallet-friendly shopping, serene scenery, or warm culture, Taiwan doesn\u2019t pale in comparison to South Korea and Japan as Asian travel destinations. So, consider this your sign to book a trip to Taipei\u2019s capital! Psst: if you\u2019re looking to explore beyond Taipei, we\u2019ve also found the <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/taiwan-travel-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">best cities to visit and best things to do in Taiwan<\/a>, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-tainan-attractions\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">best things to do in Tainan<\/a>.<\/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\">Best things to do in Taipei, Taiwan<\/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-taipei-taiwan\/#top-attractions-in-taipei-to-tick-off-your-list\" title=\"Top attractions to tick off your list\">Top attractions to tick off your list<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#1-taipei-101\" title=\"1. Taipei 101\">1. Taipei 101<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#2-taipei-zoo\" title=\"2. Taipei Zoo\">2. Taipei Zoo<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#3-chiang-kai-shek-memorial-hall\" title=\"3. Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall\">3. Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#4-longshan-temple\" title=\"4. Longshan Temple\">4. Longshan Temple<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#5-national-palace-museum\" title=\"5. National Palace Museum\">5. National Palace Museum<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#6-elephant-mountain\" title=\"6. Elephant Mountain\">6. Elephant Mountain<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#where-to-shop-and-cafe-hop-in-taipei\" title=\"Where to shop and cafe-hop\">Where to shop and cafe-hop<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#7-ximending-district\" title=\"7. Ximending District\">7. Ximending District<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#8-xinyi-district\" title=\"8. Xinyi District\">8. Xinyi District<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#9-zhongshan-district\" title=\"9. Zhongshan District\">9. Zhongshan District<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#a-dose-of-arts-and-culture-in-taipei\" title=\"A dose of arts and culture\">A dose of arts and culture<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#10-huashan-1914-creative-park\" title=\"10. Huashan 1914 Creative Park\">10. Huashan 1914 Creative Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#11-songshan-cultural-and-creative-park\" title=\"11. Songshan Cultural and Creative Park\">11. Songshan Cultural and Creative Park<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#12-dihua-street\" title=\"12. Dihua Street\">12. Dihua Street<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#13-miniatures-museum-of-taiwan\" title=\"13. Miniatures Museum of Taiwan\">13. Miniatures Museum of Taiwan<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#eat-your-way-through-night-markets-in-taipei\" title=\"Eat your way through night markets\">Eat your way through night markets<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#14-raohe-night-market\" title=\"14. Raohe Night Market\">14. Raohe Night Market<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#15-ningxia-night-market\" title=\"15. Ningxia Night Market\">15. Ningxia Night Market<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#16-linjiang-night-market\" title=\"16. Linjiang Night Market\">16. Linjiang Night Market<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#17-shilin-night-market\" title=\"17. Shilin Night Market\">17. Shilin Night Market<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#easy-escapes-from-taipei-for-a-day-trip\" title=\"Easy escapes from Taipei\">Easy escapes from Taipei<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#18-beitou-district\" title=\"18. Beitou District\">18. Beitou District<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#19-tamsui-district\" title=\"19. Tamsui District\">19. Tamsui District<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#how-to-get-to-taipei-from-singapore\" title=\"How to get to Taipei from Singapore\">How to get to Taipei from Singapore<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#how-to-get-around-taipei\" title=\"How to get around Taipei\">How to get around Taipei<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#pro-tips-when-travelling-in-taipei\" title=\"Pro tips when travelling in Taipei\">Pro tips when travelling in Taipei<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#frequently-asked-questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-29\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#what-are-the-top-attractions-in-taipei-for-first-time-visitors\" title=\"What are the top attractions for first-time visitors?\">What are the top attractions for first-time visitors?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-30\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#what-is-the-best-way-to-get-around-taipei\" title=\"What is the best way to get around?\">What is the best way to get around?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-31\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#when-is-the-best-time-of-year-to-visit-taipei\" title=\"When is the best time of year to visit?\">When is the best time of year to visit?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-32\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#how-many-days-should-i-plan-to-spend-in-taipei\" title=\"How many days should I plan to spend?\">How many days should I plan to spend?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-33\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#is-english-widely-spoken-in-taipei\" title=\"Is English widely spoken?\">Is English widely spoken?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-34\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-taipei-taiwan\/#is-cash-still-required-in-taipei\" title=\"Is cash still required?\">Is cash still required?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"top-attractions-in-taipei-to-tick-off-your-list\"><\/span>Top attractions in Taipei to tick off your list<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-taipei-101\"><\/span>1. Taipei 101<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_338166\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-338166\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-338166 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Top-tourist-attractions-in-Taipei-Taipei-101-night-view-with-city-skyline-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Top tourist attractions in Taipei - Taipei 101 night view with city skyline\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Top-tourist-attractions-in-Taipei-Taipei-101-night-view-with-city-skyline-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Top-tourist-attractions-in-Taipei-Taipei-101-night-view-with-city-skyline-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Top-tourist-attractions-in-Taipei-Taipei-101-night-view-with-city-skyline.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-338166\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Timo Volz via Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>When it comes to tourist attractions in Taipei, Taipei 101 is unmissable. This 101-storey building was the first in the world to exceed 500m in height, and held the title of the world\u2019s tallest building from 2004 to 2009. See the city from above the clouds at the Taipei 101 Observatory (from $20 per pax), or try the Skyline 460 experience ($120 per pax) if you\u2019re feeling adventurous. The latter lets you stand on the building\u2019s roof while being safely supported with harnesses.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> A panoramic view of Taipei city<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Daily, 10am to 9pm (varies for observatory and Skyline 460 experience)<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.taipei-101.com.tw\/en\/observatory\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Taipei 101<\/a>, No.45, City Hall Road, Xinyi District, Taipei City 110, Taiwan<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-taipei-zoo\"><\/span>2. Taipei Zoo<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_338165\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-338165\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-338165 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Top-attractions-in-Taipei-Taipei-Zoo-giant-pandas-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Top attractions in Taipei - Taipei Zoo giant pandas\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Top-attractions-in-Taipei-Taipei-Zoo-giant-pandas-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Top-attractions-in-Taipei-Taipei-Zoo-giant-pandas-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Top-attractions-in-Taipei-Taipei-Zoo-giant-pandas.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-338165\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Taipei Zoo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Searching for fun things to do with kids in Taipei? Add Taipei Zoo to the agenda. As the largest zoo in Southeast Asia and one of the world\u2019s 10 largest municipal zoos, this famous Taipei attraction can keep the whole family entertained for a whole day. Come see more than 1,600 animals, including adorable giant pandas, indigenous animals like the Chinese pangolin and Asiatic black bear, and more.<\/p>\n<p>I recommend pairing this attraction with a trip to the scenic tea-growing area of Maokong. Head to the Taipei Zoo Station of Maokong Gondola and take a scenic 30-minute ride up the mountain. Once you\u2019re in the serene mountainous area, find a traditional teahouse to sip aromatic local brews and soak in gorgeous nature views.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> A day trip exploring Southeast Asia\u2019s biggest zoo and scenic teahouses<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Daily, 9am to 5pm<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zoo.gov.taipei\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Taipei Zoo<\/a>, No. 30, Section 2, Xinguang Road, Wanxing Village, Wenshan District, Taipei City, 116<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-chiang-kai-shek-memorial-hall\"><\/span>3. Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_338164\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-338164\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-338164 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Things-to-do-in-Taipei-Chiag-Kai-shek-Memorial-Hall-attraction-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Things to do in Taipei - Chiag Kai-shek Memorial Hall attraction\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Things-to-do-in-Taipei-Chiag-Kai-shek-Memorial-Hall-attraction-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Things-to-do-in-Taipei-Chiag-Kai-shek-Memorial-Hall-attraction-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Things-to-do-in-Taipei-Chiag-Kai-shek-Memorial-Hall-attraction.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-338164\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>History buffs, you know a visit to the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall is a must. This famous tourist attraction in Taipei is a national monument dedicated to the former president of the Republic of China, Chiang Kai-shek. Bask in the imposing stature of the iconic white marble building, stroll through a 25-hectare park, and catch the hourly ceremonial changing of the guards (every hour from 9am to 5pm).<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> An awe-inspiring historical landmark surrounded by nature<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Daily, 9am to 6pm<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cksmh.gov.tw\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chiang Kei-shek Memorial Hall<\/a>, No.21, Zhongshan South Road, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City 100012, Taiwan<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-longshan-temple\"><\/span>4. Longshan Temple<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_338163\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-338163\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-338163 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-attractions-to-visit-in-Taipei-Longshan-Temple-exterior-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Best attractions to visit in Taipei - Longshan Temple exterior\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-attractions-to-visit-in-Taipei-Longshan-Temple-exterior-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-attractions-to-visit-in-Taipei-Longshan-Temple-exterior-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-attractions-to-visit-in-Taipei-Longshan-Temple-exterior.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-338163\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Ricky LK via Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Taiwan is known for a huge density of temples \u2013 over 15,000, to be exact \u2013 and the historic Longshan Temple is one such notable spot in Taipei. Nestled in one of the city\u2019s most historic districts, this temple is almost 300 years old and is dedicated to a mix of religions \u2013 namely Taoism, Buddhism and Confucianism. Fun fact: many locals and tourists visit for the popular matchmaking god (aka \u2018yue lao\u2019), a deity believed to bless visitors with blissful love lives!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> A historic temple with intricate architecture and a matchmaking god<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Daily, 6am to 10pm<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lungshan.org.tw\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Longshan Temple<\/a>, No. 211, Guangzhou Street, Wanhua District, Taipei City, 10853<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-national-palace-museum\"><\/span>5. National Palace Museum<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_338162\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-338162\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-338162 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-attractions-in-Taipei-National-Palace-Museum-exterior-surrounded-by-greenery-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Best attractions in Taipei - National Palace Museum exterior surrounded by greenery\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-attractions-in-Taipei-National-Palace-Museum-exterior-surrounded-by-greenery-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-attractions-in-Taipei-National-Palace-Museum-exterior-surrounded-by-greenery-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-attractions-in-Taipei-National-Palace-Museum-exterior-surrounded-by-greenery.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-338162\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: MChe Lee via Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>I didn\u2019t forget about the museum-goers. If you only have time for one during your trip, check out Taipei\u2019s National Palace Museum. On the outside, the museum is reminiscent of a Northern Chinese palace; while inside, it is home to relics and artefacts kept by generations of Chinese emperors. Join a guided tour available in various languages, including Chinese, English, French and Japanese, or explore the museum grounds at your own pace.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> A world-class museum with ancient Chinese relics and artefacts<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Daily, 9am to 5pm<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.npm.gov.tw\/index.aspx?l=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National Palace Museum<\/a>, No. 221, Section\u00a0 2, Zhi Shan Road, Shilin District, Taipei City, 111<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6-elephant-mountain\"><\/span>6. Elephant Mountain<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_338167\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-338167\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-338167 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Top-tourist-attractions-in-Taipei-Elephant-Mountain-trail-and-Taipei-101-view-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Top tourist attractions in Taipei - Elephant Mountain trail and Taipei 101 view\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Top-tourist-attractions-in-Taipei-Elephant-Mountain-trail-and-Taipei-101-view-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Top-tourist-attractions-in-Taipei-Elephant-Mountain-trail-and-Taipei-101-view-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Top-tourist-attractions-in-Taipei-Elephant-Mountain-trail-and-Taipei-101-view.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-338167\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Okay, I know not everyone enjoys working out on vacation. But, hey, Taipei\u2019s vast nature offerings are too good not to take advantage of. Bookmark Elephant Mountain in the Xinyi District for a quick 30 to 40-minute hike. You\u2019ll be rewarded with a bird\u2019s-eye view of the city and the iconic Taipei 101 at the peak. Thirty minutes might seem short but fair warning: the stairs are steep and seemingly endless, so don\u2019t turn up in jeans like me.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> An accessible nature trail with Taipei 101 views<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Open 24 hours<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travel.taipei\/en\/attraction\/details\/564\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Elephant Mountain<\/a>, No. 31, Alley 401, Lane 150, Section 5, Xinyi Road, Sanli Village, Xinyi District, Taipei City, 110<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"where-to-shop-and-cafe-hop-in-taipei\"><\/span>Where to shop and cafe-hop in Taipei<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7-ximending-district\"><\/span>7. Ximending District<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_338161\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-338161\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-338161 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Things-to-do-in-Taipei-Taiwan-Ximending-famous-rainbow-crossing-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Things to do in Taipei, Taiwan - Ximending famous rainbow crossing\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Things-to-do-in-Taipei-Taiwan-Ximending-famous-rainbow-crossing-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Things-to-do-in-Taipei-Taiwan-Ximending-famous-rainbow-crossing-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Things-to-do-in-Taipei-Taiwan-Ximending-famous-rainbow-crossing.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-338161\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Supasit Chantranon via Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Nicknamed the Harajuku and Times Square of Taipei, Ximending is a must-visit shopping district. You\u2019ll find everything you expect in a bustling tourist area: trendy local brands like Airspace and Ur Living, big brands like Don Don Donki, Uniqlo and H&amp;M, street food stores that are hard to resist, souvenir shops and more. The area is also famous for its iconic rainbow crossing and show-stopping street performances \u2013 I\u2019ve seen magic shows, busking and acrobatic acts, among others!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> A bustling shopping district with everything a tourist needs<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> Ximending, multiple areas including Zhonghua Road, Chengdu Road, Wuchang Road and Xining South Road in the Wanhua District of Taipei City, Taiwan<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8-xinyi-district\"><\/span>8. Xinyi District<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_338157\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-338157\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-338157 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Things-to-do-in-Taipei-Taiwan-Xinyi-shopping-district-at-night-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Things to do in Taipei, Taiwan - Xinyi shopping district at night\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Things-to-do-in-Taipei-Taiwan-Xinyi-shopping-district-at-night-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Things-to-do-in-Taipei-Taiwan-Xinyi-shopping-district-at-night-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Things-to-do-in-Taipei-Taiwan-Xinyi-shopping-district-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-338157\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/survival-guide-to-orchard-road-singapore\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Orchard Road in Singapore<\/a> will face fierce competition in Taipei\u2019s Xinyi District. This modern shopping district offers luxury shopping, high-end dining, trendy brands and nightlife all rolled into one. Some iconic spots include Taipei 101, department stores such as Breeze Xinyi and Shin Kong Mitsukoshi, as well as ATT 4 Fun Xinyi shopping mall packed with youthful brands. If a shopping spree is what your heart desires, Xinyi District is a must-visit.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Luxury shopping, trendy brands and nightlife in one place<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> Xinyi District, multiple areas including Xinyi Road, Section 5, Songren Road, and Songzhi Road<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9-zhongshan-district\"><\/span>9. Zhongshan District<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_338159\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-338159\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-338159 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Things-to-do-in-Taipei-Taiwan-Zhongshan-Linear-Park-outdoor-area-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Things to do in Taipei, Taiwan - Zhongshan Linear Park outdoor area\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Things-to-do-in-Taipei-Taiwan-Zhongshan-Linear-Park-outdoor-area-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Things-to-do-in-Taipei-Taiwan-Zhongshan-Linear-Park-outdoor-area-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Things-to-do-in-Taipei-Taiwan-Zhongshan-Linear-Park-outdoor-area.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-338159\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Department of Information and Tourism, Taipei City Government<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If Xinyi District is the posh older sister, Zhongshan neighbourhood is that hip and cool(er) younger sister. I love how the area nails the balance between history and modernity. Yes, you can find trendy boutiques, charming cafes like Fujin Tree Cafe, Coffee Dumbo and Instil Coffee, as well as Japanese izakayas. At the same time, you can spot traces of history in its Japanese-era buildings and Qing Dynasty-style courtyard houses.<\/p>\n<p>Pro tip: visit Zhongshan Linear Park on the weekend for an outdoor flea market with local crafts and cool knick-knacks!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> A cool, trendy enclave with a splash of history<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> Zhongshan District, multiple areas including Zhongshan North Road and around the MRT Zhongshan Station<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"a-dose-of-arts-and-culture-in-taipei\"><\/span>A dose of arts and culture in Taipei<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10-huashan-1914-creative-park\"><\/span>10. Huashan 1914 Creative Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_338153\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-338153\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-338153 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-things-to-do-in-Taipei-Huashan-1914-Creative-Park-building-exterior-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Best things to do in Taipei - Huashan 1914 Creative Park building exterior\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-things-to-do-in-Taipei-Huashan-1914-Creative-Park-building-exterior-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-things-to-do-in-Taipei-Huashan-1914-Creative-Park-building-exterior-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-things-to-do-in-Taipei-Huashan-1914-Creative-Park-building-exterior.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-338153\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Ting Ting via Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>A former wine and sake distillery turned into a cultural space, Huashan 1914 Creative Park is on my itinerary every time I visit Taipei. With its restored buildings and warehouses, the creative park retains a retro and nostalgic charm.<\/p>\n<p>Inside, you\u2019ll find ever-changing exhibitions, pop-up stores, souvenir shops stocked with unique local crafts, an independent film cinema, and more. Need a break from shopping? Fuel up at on-site dining spots, including Chun Shui Tang teahouse and Daylight cafe.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> An artsy day with local crafts, pop-ups and cool exhibitions<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Daily, 11am to 9pm<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.huashan1914.com\/w\/huashan1914_en\/index\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Huashan 1914 Creative Park<\/a>, No. 1, Section 1, Bade Road, Meihua Village, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City, 100<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11-songshan-cultural-and-creative-park\"><\/span>11. Songshan Cultural and Creative Park<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_338154\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-338154\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-338154 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-things-to-do-in-Taipei-Songshan-Cultural-and-Creative-Park-store-display-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Best things to do in Taipei - Songshan Cultural and Creative Park store display\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-things-to-do-in-Taipei-Songshan-Cultural-and-Creative-Park-store-display-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-things-to-do-in-Taipei-Songshan-Cultural-and-Creative-Park-store-display-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-things-to-do-in-Taipei-Songshan-Cultural-and-Creative-Park-store-display.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-338154\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Songshan Cultural and Creative Park<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Creatives, here\u2019s another artsy space in Taipei to add to your list: Songshan Cultural and Creative Park. Formerly a tobacco factory, this space in Xinyi District has gotten a cultural uplift to become the city\u2019s go-to creative hub. Like Huashan, the sprawling space comprises exhibition halls, conference spaces, art workshops and several souvenir shops.<\/p>\n<p>The creative park also houses the Eslite Spectrum Songyan Store \u2013 a multi-functional space that consists of a huge bookstore, a creative marketplace, restaurants, a cinema and a performance hall. Before you leave, stop by the Baroque Garden and the ecological landscape pond for some fresh air and greenery. You can thank me later.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> A creative park with a massive bookstore, exhibitions and green spaces<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Daily, 8am to 10pm<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.songshanculturalpark.org\/english\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Songshan Cultural and Creative Park<\/a>, No. 133, Guangfu South Road, Xinren Village, Xinyi District, Taipei City, 11072<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"12-dihua-street\"><\/span>12. Dihua Street<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_338156\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-338156\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-338156 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Things-to-do-in-Taipei-Taiwan-Dihua-Street-with-sunset-backdrop-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Things to do in Taipei, Taiwan - Dihua Street with sunset backdrop\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Things-to-do-in-Taipei-Taiwan-Dihua-Street-with-sunset-backdrop-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Things-to-do-in-Taipei-Taiwan-Dihua-Street-with-sunset-backdrop-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Things-to-do-in-Taipei-Taiwan-Dihua-Street-with-sunset-backdrop.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-338156\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Welcome to Dihua Street, the oldest street in Taipei that drips with nostalgic charm. Locals flock here for their annual Lunar New Year shopping, but there\u2019s still a lot to see year-round. Stroll down the street and you\u2019ll see old-school stores selling dried goods, traditional herbs and spices, fabric stores and teahouses.<\/p>\n<p>While the architecture and atmosphere invoke nostalgia, there\u2019s a splash of modernity with trendy new cafes such as Alchemist Coffee and Pallas Cafe. A visit to Dihua Street is incomplete without stopping by Dadaocheng Wharf. Once a trading port for tea and textiles, it is now a crowd-favourite riverside area with a container food market and scenic cycling trails.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> A historic walkthrough of Taipei\u2019s oldest street<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Open 24 hours (varies by store)<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/eng.taiwan.net.tw\/m1.aspx?sNo=0002090&amp;id=418\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dihua Street<\/a>, No. 146, Section 1, Dihua Street, Dayou Village, Datong District, Taipei City, 103<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13-miniatures-museum-of-taiwan\"><\/span>13. Miniatures Museum of Taiwan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_338158\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-338158\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-338158 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Unique-things-to-do-in-Taipei-Taiwan-Miniatures-Museum-of-Taiwan-intricate-artworks-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Unique things to do in Taipei, Taiwan - Miniatures Museum of Taiwan intricate artworks\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Unique-things-to-do-in-Taipei-Taiwan-Miniatures-Museum-of-Taiwan-intricate-artworks-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Unique-things-to-do-in-Taipei-Taiwan-Miniatures-Museum-of-Taiwan-intricate-artworks-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Unique-things-to-do-in-Taipei-Taiwan-Miniatures-Museum-of-Taiwan-intricate-artworks.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-338158\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The Miniatures Museum of Taiwan is a hidden gem that I\u2019ll recommend in a heartbeat. As its name suggests, the museum is a treasure trove of miniature artworks with a focus on masterpieces from Europe and North America. The collection of over 100 artworks includes architecturally precise dollhouses and exquisitely made room boxes. Spare enough time for this stop, \u2018cos I spent over two hours scrutinising and appreciating the incredible attention to detail.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> A whimsical museum with intricately crafted miniatures<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 6pm<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mmot.com.tw\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Miniatures Museum of Taiwan<\/a>, 10489, Taipei City, Zhongshan District, Zhuyuan Village, Section 1, Jianguo N Rd, No. 96, B1<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"eat-your-way-through-night-markets-in-taipei\"><\/span>Eat your way through night markets in Taipei<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"14-raohe-night-market\"><\/span>14. Raohe Night Market<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_338170\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-338170\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-338170 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Night-markets-in-Taipei-Raohe-Street-Night-Market-night-view-of-archway-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Night markets in Taipei - Raohe Street Night Market night view of archway\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Night-markets-in-Taipei-Raohe-Street-Night-Market-night-view-of-archway-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Night-markets-in-Taipei-Raohe-Street-Night-Market-night-view-of-archway-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Night-markets-in-Taipei-Raohe-Street-Night-Market-night-view-of-archway.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-338170\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Clement Souchet via Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>You simply can\u2019t miss out on the night markets when travelling in Taipei \u2013 or just Taiwan in general. At the top of our list is the crowd-favourite Raohe Street Night Market. Known for its iconic illuminated archway, this market is an easy two-minute stroll from Songshan MRT Station.<\/p>\n<p>Must-eats include the Fuzhou black pepper buns roasted in a traditional brick and clay oven, Shi Boss\u2019 spicy stinky tofu, as well as rice balls served atop crushed ice and drizzled with osmanthus syrup from Yu Pin Yuan Iced and Hot Tangyuan.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> A buzzing night market with variety and convenience<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Daily, 5pm to 12am<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travel.taipei\/zh-tw\/attraction\/details\/1538\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Raohe Night Market<\/a>, Raohe Street, Songshan District, Taipei City, 105<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15-ningxia-night-market\"><\/span>15. Ningxia Night Market<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_338155\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-338155\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-338155 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Night-markets-to-visit-in-Taipei-Ningxia-Night-Market-taro-balls-with-duck-egg-yolk-and-oyster-omelette-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Night markets to visit in Taipei - Ningxia Night Market taro balls with duck egg yolk and oyster omelette\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Night-markets-to-visit-in-Taipei-Ningxia-Night-Market-taro-balls-with-duck-egg-yolk-and-oyster-omelette-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Night-markets-to-visit-in-Taipei-Ningxia-Night-Market-taro-balls-with-duck-egg-yolk-and-oyster-omelette-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Night-markets-to-visit-in-Taipei-Ningxia-Night-Market-taro-balls-with-duck-egg-yolk-and-oyster-omelette.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-338155\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Ningxia Night Market is a personal favourite. Nestled in the Datong District (walkable if you stay near the Taipei Main Station area), this night market isn\u2019t the most impressive in size and offerings, but I love how cosy it feels.<\/p>\n<p>It primarily consists of two long rows of stalls and you can easily stroll through it in under 10 minutes \u2013 that\u2019s if you\u2019re not distracted. Stuff yourself silly with popular picks like deep-fried taro duck egg yolk balls from Liu Yu Zhi, Michelin Guide-recognised oyster egg omelette from Yuan Huan Pien, and Tong Nian\u2019s papaya milk.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> An underrated gem located near Taipei Main Station<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Daily, 5pm to 11.30pm<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travel.taipei\/en\/attraction\/details\/1689\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ningxia Night Market<\/a>, Ningxia Road, Xingming Village, Datong District, Taipei City, 103<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"16-linjiang-night-market\"><\/span>16. Linjiang Night Market<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_338169\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-338169\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-338169 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Night-markets-to-visit-in-Taipei-Linjiang-Night-Market-entrance-and-famous-sausage-and-chicken-thigh-skewers-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Night markets to visit in Taipei - Linjiang Night Market entrance and famous sausage and chicken thigh skewers\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Night-markets-to-visit-in-Taipei-Linjiang-Night-Market-entrance-and-famous-sausage-and-chicken-thigh-skewers-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Night-markets-to-visit-in-Taipei-Linjiang-Night-Market-entrance-and-famous-sausage-and-chicken-thigh-skewers-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Night-markets-to-visit-in-Taipei-Linjiang-Night-Market-entrance-and-famous-sausage-and-chicken-thigh-skewers.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-338169\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>A local friend brought me to Linjiang Night Market, so I knew it wouldn\u2019t be a flop. This night market is located within a residential area in Da\u2019an District and I only spotted a handful of tourists while I was there. It\u2019s ideal if you don\u2019t want to bump into every other Singaporean at Raohe or Shilin Night Market.<\/p>\n<p>I didn\u2019t try Michelin-rated picks like Lo Chi Hsiao Chao and Yakou Stinky Tofu, but the small stores I bought from all left me impressed. Think juicy pork sausages grilled to perfection, crispy scallion pancake with a runny fried egg, and stinky tofu pot.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> Escaping tourist crowds and living like a local<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Daily, 6pm to 12am<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tcma.gov.taipei\/News_Content.aspx?n=FAC14AD2DE4E01A4&amp;sms=32F7BA052C5CA548&amp;s=9A5FBF2E607D28CA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Linjiang Night Market<\/a>, Linjiang Street, Da\u2019an District, Taipei City, 106<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"17-shilin-night-market\"><\/span>17. Shilin Night Market<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_338168\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-338168\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-338168 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Night-markets-in-Taipei-Shilin-Night-Market-view-of-crowds-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Night markets in Taipei - Shilin Night Market view of crowds\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Night-markets-in-Taipei-Shilin-Night-Market-view-of-crowds-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Night-markets-in-Taipei-Shilin-Night-Market-view-of-crowds-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Night-markets-in-Taipei-Shilin-Night-Market-view-of-crowds.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-338168\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Max Oh via Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Some rave about how big Shilin Night Market is, while others call it a tourist trap. If it\u2019s your first time in Taipei, I say drop by and experience it for yourself. After all, it\u2019s one of the biggest night markets in Taipei that\u2019ll let you tick off your food bucket list in no time.<\/p>\n<p>Famous eats include whole baked potatoes simmering in indulgent cheese sauce from Prince Cheese Potato, squid and pork intestine vermicelli soup from A Hui Vermicelli, as well as comforting herbal pork rib soup from Hai You Pork Ribs.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> An iconic tourist attraction to check off your list<br \/>\n<strong>Opening hours:<\/strong> Daily, 4pm to 12am<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.travel.taipei\/zh-tw\/attraction\/details\/1536\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shilin Night Market<\/a>, No. 101, Jihe Road, Yixin Village, Shilin District, Taipei City, 111<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"easy-escapes-from-taipei-for-a-day-trip\"><\/span>Easy escapes from Taipei for a day trip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"18-beitou-district\"><\/span>18. Beitou District<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_338152\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-338152\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-338152 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-things-to-do-in-Taipei-Beitou-Thermal-Valley-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Best things to do in Taipei - Beitou Thermal Valley\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-things-to-do-in-Taipei-Beitou-Thermal-Valley-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-things-to-do-in-Taipei-Beitou-Thermal-Valley-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-things-to-do-in-Taipei-Beitou-Thermal-Valley.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-338152\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Department of Information and Tourism, Taipei City Government<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Escape the hustle and bustle of Taipei with a relaxing trip to Beitou District. This mountainous region in the north is fondly known as the \u2018hot spring capital\u2019. The natural hot springs boast therapeutic, sulfur-rich waters, with options between free public spots (like Fuxing Hot Foot Spa) and private resorts.<\/p>\n<p>Other landmark attractions include a bubbling jade-hued lake of Beitou Thermal Valley, Beitou Hot Spring Museum to learn about the area\u2019s history, and the eco-friendly Beitou Library. Tip: Beitou is right at the base of Yangmingshan National Park, so it\u2019s worth combining these places in a single trip!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> A relaxing escape with sulfurous hot springs and green spaces<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/eng.taiwan.net.tw\/m1.aspx?sNo=0002090&amp;id=A12-00307\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Beitou District<\/a>, multiple areas including Zhongshan Road, Guangming Road, and Youya Road near Xinbeitou MRT Station<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"19-tamsui-district\"><\/span>19. Tamsui District<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_338151\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-338151\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-338151 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-things-to-do-in-Taipei-Tamsui-District-Fishermans-Wharf-sunset-and-Lovers-Bridge-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Best things to do in Taipei - Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf sunset and Lovers Bridge\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-things-to-do-in-Taipei-Tamsui-District-Fishermans-Wharf-sunset-and-Lovers-Bridge-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-things-to-do-in-Taipei-Tamsui-District-Fishermans-Wharf-sunset-and-Lovers-Bridge-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-things-to-do-in-Taipei-Tamsui-District-Fishermans-Wharf-sunset-and-Lovers-Bridge.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-338151\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yuki Ling<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Gorgeous seaside views, a charming old street and historic sites \u2013 Tamsui District easily won a spot in my heart. This coastal district in New Taipei City is conveniently located at Tamsui Station, the last station of the Tamsui-Xinyi line. Once you alight, you\u2019ll be greeted by a stunning riverside area with street performances and ample areas to sit and enjoy the view.<\/p>\n<p>Continue towards Tamsui Old Streets for famous street food like iron eggs (marinated quail eggs), a-gei (fried tofu stuffed with minced meat and glass noodles), and deep-fried prawn spring rolls. Other popular stops include Qingshui and Longshan Temples, Fort Santo Domingo and Aletheia University. End your trip at Tamsui Fisherman\u2019s Wharf to cross the iconic Lover\u2019s Bridge and soak in sunset waterfront views.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Best for:<\/strong> A coastal adventure with local delicacies, historical sites and waterfront sunsets<br \/>\n<strong>Address:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/eng.taiwan.net.tw\/m1.aspx?sNo=0002091&amp;id=19\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tamsui District<\/a>, multiple areas in the northwest of New Taipei City, Taiwan<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-to-get-to-taipei-from-singapore\"><\/span>How to get to Taipei 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 and 5 hours.<\/p>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve arrived at TPE, the easiest way to reach Taipei city is to take the Airport MRT (a 40-minute ride) or the Airport Bus (a one-hour ride) to Taipei Main Station. From there, you can take the Taipei MRT to different areas of the city. Alternatively, taxis and private-hire cars via Uber and Line Taxi are available.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-to-get-around-taipei\"><\/span>How to get around Taipei<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_338150\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-338150\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-338150 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-things-to-do-in-Taipei-Taiwan-A-crowded-night-market-in-Taipei-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Best things to do in Taipei, Taiwan - A crowded night market in Taipei\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-things-to-do-in-Taipei-Taiwan-A-crowded-night-market-in-Taipei-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-things-to-do-in-Taipei-Taiwan-A-crowded-night-market-in-Taipei-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/05\/Best-things-to-do-in-Taipei-Taiwan-A-crowded-night-market-in-Taipei.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-338150\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Daniel Honies 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 public transport:<\/strong> Taipei has a reliable and affordable public transport system, including the Taipei MRT and public buses. You can buy single trip tickets, or get an EasyCard or iPass, which can be bought and topped up at the station and convenience stores like 7-Eleven and FamilyMart.<\/p>\n<p><strong>By bicycle:<\/strong> Taipei is known for its green commute culture and you can find public rental bike services from YouBike around the city. Download the free YouBike mobile app for one-time bicycle rental services or rental memberships.<\/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\u2019s valid driver\u2019s license. Travellers can rent scooters and motorbikes through platforms like Klook or KKday.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"pro-tips-when-travelling-in-taipei\"><\/span>Pro tips when travelling in Taipei<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Taiwan is a typhoon-prone country, with typhoon season usually from June to October \u2013 avoid this period for unpredictable weather!<\/li>\n<li>It rains frequently in Taipei (almost half of the year), so carry an umbrella or a raincoat when heading out.<\/li>\n<li>Bring cash! Most night markets and old-school vendors only accept cash and selected online payments like Line Pay.<\/li>\n<li>Get an EasyCard or iPass, especially for longer trips. This nifty card can be used for public transport, convenience stores and selected stores.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Now that we\u2019ve found the best things to do in Taipei, it\u2019s time to book a trip to Taiwan\u2019s capital!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"faqs-accordion\"><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-are-the-top-attractions-in-taipei-for-first-time-visitors\"><\/span>What are the top attractions in Taipei for first-time visitors?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>If you\u2019re visiting Taipei for the first time, I recommend starting with iconic landmarks like Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Longshan Temple, as well as famous shopping districts like Ximending and Xinyi. It\u2019s also a must to add night markets such as Raohe and Ningxia to your itinerary as they are part of the quintessential local experience!<\/p>\n<\/div><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-is-the-best-way-to-get-around-taipei\"><\/span>What is the best way to get around Taipei?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>The Taipei MRT (or metro) is the most efficient and budget-friendly way to navigate the city. Trains run frequently from as early as 6am to midnight and cover almost every major attraction. Tip: purchase an EasyCard or iPass at any station or convenience store, and use it to tap-and-go on the MRT, local buses, YouBike bicycle rentals, and even at convenience stores like 7-Eleven and FamilyMart.<\/p>\n<\/div><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"when-is-the-best-time-of-year-to-visit-taipei\"><\/span>When is the best time of year to visit Taipei?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>The best time to visit Taipei is during autumn (October to November) and spring (March to May) as it\u2019s usually cooler with lower rainfall. Summers (June to September) can be intensely hot, humid and prone to typhoons, while winters (December to February) will be damp and chilly.<\/p>\n<\/div><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-many-days-should-i-plan-to-spend-in-taipei\"><\/span>How many days should I plan to spend in Taipei?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>For a first-time visitor, four to five days is the sweet spot. This gives you enough time to tick off top attractions like Taipei 101, Ximending and various night markets, while having enough room for easy day trips to places like Tamsui and Beitou.<\/p>\n<\/div><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-english-widely-spoken-in-taipei\"><\/span>Is English widely spoken in Taipei?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>Yes, travelling in Taipei is highly accessible for English speakers. Most MRT stations, street signs and menus at major restaurants or night markets feature clear English translations. While older vendors or taxi drivers might only speak Mandarin or Taiwanese, younger locals and hospitality staff can usually communicate in English and are exceptionally helpful.<\/p>\n<\/div><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"is-cash-still-required-in-taipei\"><\/span>Is cash still required in Taipei?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>Yes, most night markets, old vendors, smaller boutiques and traditional cafes only accept cash. 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