Taipei 4 Day Itinerary

Taipei 4-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Explore Taipei City

• Morning:

  1. Start your day with breakfast at Yongkang Beef Noodles, a famous local eatery for beef noodle soup.
  2. Visit the Longshan Temple (Dragon and Flower Market), one of the oldest and most famous temples in Taiwan.
  3. Take a short walk to the Wuchang Street for shopping and local snacks.

• Afternoon:

  1. Head to the Taipei 101 Observation Deck, enjoy the city’s skyline and visit the shopping mall below.
  2. Explore Ximending Shopping District and its vibrant nightlife.

• Evening:

  1. Dine at Din Tai Fung, a world-renowned restaurant for xiao long bao (soup dumplings).
  2. End your day with a stroll around Dihua Street, a historic street lined with traditional Chinese medicine shops, tea houses, and art galleries.

Day 2: Taipei’s Eastern District

• Morning:

  1. Breakfast at A-Gei for a taste of traditional Taiwanese breakfast.
  2. Visit the National Palace Museum, home to one of the world’s largest collections of Chinese artifacts.

• Afternoon:

  1. Explore Shilin Night Market (daytime visit recommended for a less crowded experience). Try local street food such as stinky tofu, bubble tea, and candied fruits.
  2. Relax at Elephant Mountain (Xiangshan) for panoramic views of the city and Taipei 101.

• Evening:

  1. Dinner at Tonghua Night Market for a variety of local delicacies and seafood.
  2. Return to your hotel or rest in preparation for the next day’s activities.

Day 3: Taipei’s Northern District

• Morning:

  1. Breakfast at Yangmingshan National Park (take the gondola to save time). Visit the Jade and Flora Museum, enjoy hot springs, or hike around the park.

• Afternoon:

  1. Lunch at Beitou Thermal Valley Hot Springs (various restaurants available).
  2. Head to Yangmingshan Qingtiangong Temple, a beautiful Taoist temple with stunning views of the city.

• Evening:

  1. Return to downtown Taipei and explore Zhongshan District for dinner and nightlife.

Day 4: Taipei’s Southern District

• Morning:

  1. Breakfast at a local café in Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf.
  2. Visit the Fort San Domingo Museum and stroll along Tamsui Old Street.

• Afternoon:

  1. Take a ferry to Green Island (Qingdao), known for its beautiful beaches, hot springs, and aboriginal culture.
  2. Alternatively, explore the Taipei Zoo or Zoo-topia, home to pandas and various other exotic animals.

• Evening:

  1. Return to downtown Taipei for your final dinner at Raohe Street Night Market (known for its oyster omelets and stinky tofu).
  2. Reflect on your trip and prepare for the journey home.

Accommodation:

• Budget: LinAn Hostel or Meander Taipei Hostel
• Mid-range: Hotel Royal or W Taipei
• Luxury: The Wanderer Tapien Hotel or W Taipei

Transportation:

• MRT (Taipei Metro) is the best way to get around Taipei. Purchase an EasyCard for convenient travel.
• Taxis are also widely available and affordable compared to other major cities.

Things to Know:

• Mandarin Chinese is the official language, but many people understand basic English.
• Taiwan uses NT dollars (New Taiwan Dollars) as currency.
• Tipping is not customary in Taiwan.
• Be mindful of cultural etiquette and dress appropriately when visiting temples or other religious sites.