Capital of Taiwan

Taipei, the capital of Taiwan, is a modern metropolis with Japanese colonial lanes, busy shopping streets and contemporary buildings. The skyline is crowned by the 509m-tall, bamboo-shaped Taipei 101 skyscraper, with upscale shops at the base and a rapid elevator to an observatory near the top. Taipei is also known for its lively street-food scene and many night markets, including expansive Shilin market.
Major attractions include the National Palace Museum, displaying a vast collection of Chinese Imperial art moved from Beijing’s Forbidden City in 1949, and the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall. The old neighborhoods of Wanhua and Datong are filled with historic sites, including Longshan Temple, founded in 1738 and honoring numerous Buddhist and Taoist gods. Near the city and accessible by metro is the longtime spa region of Beitou, offering soaks at geothermal springs and hikes at adjacent Yangmingshan National Park. Another popular day trip is the Maokong tea region, reached by the 4km-long Maokong gondola from Taipei Zoo.

Things to do

Yangmingshan National Park

Picturesque area with hiking & a volcano

 
 
 

National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall

Famed memorial park with ponds & gardens

 
 
 

National Palace Museum

Museum with Chinese art & artifacts

 
 
 

Lungshan Temple

Historic Buddhist & Taoist temple

 
 
 

National Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall

Commemorative hall for cultural events

 
 
 

Taipei Zoo

Sizable zoo with a gondola & kids’ area

 
 
 

Shifen Waterfall

Wide waterfall in a scenic setting

 
 
 

Songshan Cultural and Creative Park

Art & design in an old tobacco factory

 
 
 

Raohe Night Market

Bustling open-air night market

 
 
 

Huashan 1914 Creative Park

Former winery turned creative hub

 
 
 

Shifen Old Street

Historic street with shops & eateries

 
 
 

Daan Forest Park

Sprawling park in the heart of the city

 
 
 

2/28 Peace Park

Urban park dedicated to the 228 Massacre

 
 
 

Taipei 101 Observatory

Observation deck with panoramic views

 
 
 

The Red House

Octagonal site with markets & theaters

 
 
 

The Lin Family Mansion and Garden

Scenic estate with traditional gardens

 
 
 

Chiang Kai-Shek Shilin Residence

Stately former presidential residence

 
 
 

Bitan

Picturesque lake with tourist activities

 
 
 

Taipei Children’s Amusement Park

Amusement park with kids’ rides & arcade

 
 
 

Ningxia Night Market

Open marketplace for nighttime eats

 
 
 

Dahu Park

Waterfront park with pool & monuments

 
 
 

Sanxia Old Street

Celebrated street with shops & a temple

 
 
 

Keelung Night Market

Open-air market with lots of food stalls

 
 
 

Xiangshan Trail

Steep paths & stairways to a viewpoint

 
 
 

Jinbaoli Old Street

Qing dynasty street food market

 
 
 

Zhuzihu

Lush area known for its calla lilies

 
 
 

Linjiang Street Night Market

Bustling night market with local eats

 
 
 

Qingtiangang Grassland

Popular hiking destination

 
 
 

烏來老街 Wulai Old Street

Street food & hot springs by the river

 
 
 

Pingxi Old Street

Bustling street with snacks & souvenirs

 
 
 

Dihua Street

Historic street with old-world charm

 
 
 

Guanghua Digital Plaza

Specialist electronics & hardware mall

 
 
 

Gongguan Night Market

Nighttime market with diverse goods

 
 
 

Shida Night Market

Destination for apparel & street food

 
 
 

Yingge Old Street

Charming street with ceramics shops

 
 
 

Beitou Park

District with parks, springs & wetlands

 
 
 

Nanya Night Market

Night market for food & discount apparel

 
 
 

Shenkeng Old Street

Old street with famous tofu delicacies

 
 
 

National Museum of Marine Science and Technology

Vast site with indoor & outdoor exhibits

 
 
 

Yehliu Geopark

Scenic rock formations & photo spots

 
 
 

New Taipei City Government Gold Museum

Museum & park devoted to gold mining

 
 
 

Jiufen Old Street

Lively street scene with food vendors