Taipei 2 Day Itinerary

Day 1: Exploring Central Taipei

  • Morning:

    1. Check-in at your accommodation (recommended areas: Ximending, Zhongshan District or Taipei Main Station area for convenience).
    2. Breakfast at a local restaurant like Yongkang Beef Noodles (雍光牛肉麵) for a taste of traditional Taiwanese beef noodles.
    3. Visit the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall (中正紀念堂), a national monument dedicated to the former President of Republic of China.

  • Afternoon:

    1. Explore the nearby National Revolutionary Martyrs’ Shrine (國立records事祀堂) and its beautiful gardens.
    2. Head to Ximending (西门町), Taipei’s trendy shopping district, for lunch at Ay-Chung Flour-Rice Noodle (阿宗麵線) or one of the many eateries offering street food.
    3. Visit the Longshan Temple (龍山寺), a historic Taoist temple in Wanhua District, and learn about its significance to Taiwanese culture.

  • Evening:

    1. Take the Taipei Metro to Taipei 101 (台北101), visit the observation deck for panoramic views of the city (tickets can be purchased online or at the venue).
    2. Dine at one of the restaurants in the building, such as Taipei Story (台北故事) for contemporary Taiwanese dishes.

Day 2: Cultural Experiences and Scenic Sights

  • Morning:

    1. Hop on the MRT to visit the National Palace Museum (國立國家博物館), home to a vast collection of Chinese artifacts and artworks, including jade pieces, calligraphy, and porcelain.
    2. For lunch, try Din Tai Fung (鼎泰豐) in Xinyi District for their famous xiao long bao (soup dumplings).

  • Afternoon:

    1. Visit the Tianmu Forest Recreation Area (天母森林風景區), a scenic mountainous area with hiking trails, temples, and a cable car offering stunning views of Taipei City.
    2. Stop by the Shilin Night Market (士林夜市) on your way back to the city for an evening snack or dinner. This is one of Taiwan’s most famous night markets with a wide variety of street food options.

  • Evening:

    1. Take a stroll along Dihua Street (迪化街), a historic street lined with traditional shops selling everything from tea to antiques.
    2. Dine at Le P’tit French (狀元小法式廚房) or one of the other restaurants in the area for some French cuisine.

Things to Know:

  • Taipei has a subtropical climate, so pack layers and be prepared for rain.
  • The Taiwan dollar (NTD) is the official currency. Major credit cards are widely accepted.
  • English is spoken in many places, but learning some basic Mandarin or Taiwanese phrases will be appreciated by locals.
  • Taxis can be an affordable way to get around if you have a group. Download the Uber app for seamless taxi service.

Transportation: Taipei’s Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) system is efficient and easy to navigate. Purchase an EasyCard (易卡) at any MRT station for contactless travel on buses, trains, and even some shops and restaurants around the city. Taxis are also widely available.