Taipei Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Taipei
Taipei
Taipei
Taipei
Taipei

Visit the island of Taipei to discover ancient temples, bustling markets, ornate palaces and flamboyant festivals.

Taipei has thrived since World War II, and is now world-renowned as a fun, diverse destination. Find restaurants and market stalls full of delicious and unusual foods as well as the contrasting worlds of the trendy urban population and the island’s ancient temples and traditions.

Take in the views of the city from the top of its tallest skyscraper, Taipei 101. From this spectacular vantage point you can make out landmarks such as the Confucius Temple or see how the Tamsui River dissects the cities of Taipei and New Taipei.

Visit Shilin Night Market and sample one of the many local specialties like noodle soup or roast duck. You’ll find a quieter atmosphere in the city’s many religious buildings. Visit Longshan Temple to admire the impressive dragon sculptures.

Taipei is hot and humid year round, so outdoor attractions like the Taipei Zoo and the Maokong tea-growing area to the east are always popular attractions. The latter is where you will also find the Maokong Gondola, which offers stunning views back across the city.

Use the city’s efficient public transport system to get you between other downtown attractions like the National Palace Museum, and the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall.

Tapei hosts year-round festivals, but time your visit with the Chinese New Year and you will be in for a treat. This is when the city comes alive with colourful parades, music and lanterns. The 5th month of the lunar calendar is when the dragon boat festival takes place and colourful vessels make their way up the river.

Regular flights from Hong Kong make Taipei an easy place to visit, and domestic flights within the island also run regularly.

Where to stay in Taipei

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Ximending

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

A noteworthy feature of Ximending is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Ximending Night Market and Taipei Cinema Park.

Ximending
Taipei Fine Arts Museum showing art and modern architecture

Zhongshan

4.5/5(57 area reviews)

Travellers love Zhongshan for its popular shops, and you can see more of Taipei by jumping on the metro at Zhongshan Junior High School Station or Xingtian Temple Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Dajia Riverside Park and Xingtian Temple.

Zhongshan
Taipei showing theatre scenes, religious elements and a temple or place of worship

Zhongzheng

4.5/5(61 area reviews)

Travellers love Zhongzheng for its popular shops, and you can see more of Taipei by jumping on the metro at Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall Station or Guting Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like National Taiwan Democracy Memorial Hall and National Theater.

Zhongzheng
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Daan

4/5(34 area reviews)

Enjoy the popular shops in Daan. Daan Forest Park is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Technology Building Station or Daan Station to see more of Taipei.

Daan
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Xinyi

5/5(12 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Taipei 101 and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Xinyi. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Xiangshan Station or Taipei 101/World Trade Center Station.

Xinyi
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Beitou

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Travellers choose Beitou for its beautiful hot springs. Hop aboard the metro at Beitou Station or Xinbeitou Station and check out top sights like Beitou Hot Springs Park.

Beitou
The Grand Hotel

The Grand Hotel

4.5 out of 5
1 Zhongshan N Road Sec 4, Zhongshang District, Taipei
The price is NZ$182 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$182
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,538 reviews)
"This hotel is a historic site, and super interesting for that reason. But, it's a bit disconnected from the rest of the city, and the facilities are getting a bit old. If you want a unique, interesting experience, I recommend this place, but if you're looking for convenience and/or luxury I recommend ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jul. 2025

The Grand Hotel
Regent Taipei

Regent Taipei

5 out of 5
No 3, Lane 39, Section 2, ZhongShan North, Road, Taipei
The price is NZ$397 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
NZ$397
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,055 reviews)
"Nice property and goid service."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Regent Taipei
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao

MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao

4 out of 5
No. 30, Sec. 3, Zhongxiao E. Rd. Daan, Taipei, TPE
The price is NZ$245 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$245
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,219 reviews)
"The hotel is really on the high end and we enjoyed our stay there. It is convenient as as such travelling by bus or train was excellent. The hotel dining staff are so helpful, they tried their best to accommodate our needs even with their english & our mandarin language difficulty. We will definitely ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Leofoo Residences

Leofoo Residences

4 out of 5
No. 38, Sec. 1, Nangjing E. Rd., Taipei
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,022 reviews)
"the staffs are friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025

Leofoo Residences
Gloria Residence

Gloria Residence

4 out of 5
No.359, LinSen North Road, Taipei
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly aparthotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (729 reviews)
"Stayed for many times already! Still like to go back each time visit to Taipei!"

Reviewed on 23 May 2025

Gloria Residence
FULL STAY

FULL STAY

2 out of 5
Fushou St 12, Taipei, Taipei City
Stay at this aparthotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and housekeeping. Popular attractions Shilin Night Market and Yangmingshan National Park ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (35 reviews)
Polly
"Nice overnight stay hotel bec of free shuttle to airport. The corridors are old but the room is newly renovated good size. The bed was too soft for me but acceptable. Staff friendly n nice esp the shuttle bus drivers. They were helpful!"

Reviewed on 5 Jan. 2025

FULL STAY
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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