Whether this is your first time in Asia or your second, this first-timer’s Taipei travel guide will show you all that there is to discover. Taipei is a sprawling city and with so much to see and do, you could get lost down the lantern-stringed streets for hours.
“Taipei is a city for those who love food and who love to explore endless streets. A trip to Taipei is the experience for those looking to be surprised by somewhere that is too often overlooked.”
There are so many things to do in Taipei, so take a look at where to say in Taipei and use this travel guide to help plan your trip!
What To Know Before Visiting Taipei
- Taipei has a great international airport that is easily reached with many direct flights. Landing in Taoyuan International Airport, you can take the shuttle bus (U-bus) to the Taoyuan High Speed Rail station to access Taipei Main Station. Pre-arranged transfers with a hotel is also advised.
- Once in the city of Taipei, the MRT (metro) is easy to use. Be sure to get an Easy Card at a Seven Eleven to use for easy entry into train stations.
- The Easy Card is your best friend as you can use it for trains, busses, buying food at Seven Eleven and even taxis. This is like their local credit card.
- I’d suggest a translating app to assist while traveling in Taiwan. English is widely spoken in Taipei but a few phrases in the local language always helps.
Taipei Weather
Through looking at the different seasons, I believe the best time to visit Taipei is during the fall. It is cool weather and the least amount of rain. The summers in Taipei can be hot and humid, so I’d avoid the peak of summer if you don’t love the heat.
What To Do In Taipei
- Checkout the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall is one of the best things to do in Taipei.
- Shop and cafe hop down the tree-lined Fujin St.
- Go to the top of Taipei 101 and catch the view. Be sure to put your name down at Din Tai Fung before going up.
- Explore the National Palace Museum to see Chinese art and artifacts.
- Head to the neighborhood of Ximending where you can shop through multiple merchants and there’s plenty to eat.
- Hit a night market while in town, like the Shilin Night Market.
KANYANUT.TRAVEL 