The Taipei landmark, Chiang Kai-Shek National Memorial Hall, was constructed in memory of Chiang Kai-Shek, former president of R.O.C. The large area is dominated by the colours of the national flag: blue, white and red. These colours symbolise independence, universal love and …

Perhaps the hippest neighbourhood in Taipei, Ximending (or Shi-men Ting) is a pedestrian-only area that truly comes to life after sundown. Loud music plays and bright shopfront lights flicker, enticing local youths and tourists with their offerings, some beyond wacky: maid cafes, knife massage, curious bubble tea concoctions, KTV booths, and more – all …

Shaped by water and wind, the rocks of Yehliu Geopark attract many to the area. The park and its natural attractions showcase art that has been formed by natural forces over centuries. The place looks almost otherworldly: it's easy to imagine you're walking on the surface of a different …

Originally built in 1738, this is the oldest and most popular worship temple in Taipei. It has bronze dragons on pillars symbolising protection, and Buddha sculptures in the main hall. A visit to this magnificent temple will grant you an understanding of Chinese architecture and …

The National Palace Museum holds the world’s largest collection of Chinese art including antiquities, paintings, calligraphy, and rare documents spanning 5,000 years. The museum is known as the treasure house of Chinese culture. The museum offers multilingual guided …

Taipei 101 was ranked officially as the world’s tallest building from 2004 until the opening of the Burj Khalifa in Dubai in 2010. The building stands at a height of 508m/1,667 ft. This Taipei landmark was designed in eight sections, since the Chinese lucky number is just that. The building has 101 floors with …

Part of the Golden River Bank (Tamsui Jinse Shui'an Biking Trails), this is a well-maintained path running from Tam Sui MRT to the Hung Shu Lin MRT. Beautiful scenery and access to one of the region's few remaining mangrove swamps. Before you rent a bike and begin your journey at Tam Sui MRT, try …

The Yangmingshan National Park provides the backdrop while you hike away the strain of a hard day’s city sightseeing. The park is located just to the north of Taipei and is Taipei's closest national park. This is a very beautiful site and a must see. …

Taipei Zoo is a very nice place for families with children, there are lots of things to see and a wide variety of animals to admire. The zoo is very big with plenty of room for the animals, and you can easily wander around the whole day. Taipei Zoo is, in fact, one of …

Experience traditional Chinese and Taiwanese performing arts at Taipei Eye. Perform every Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday for around 90 minutes. The rotating performances include local folklore, aboriginal dance, puppet theatre and traditional opera. On-screen subtitles in Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and English are …

National Revolutionary Martyrs' Shrine honours the men and women who died fighting on behalf of Taiwan in the Second Sino-Japanese War and the Chinese Civil War (among others). This is a popular tourist attraction with beautiful gardens including several structures and a shrine. Do not miss the changing of the guards which happens once …

Sanxia Old Street is one of the most well reserved historic streets in Taiwan, one that's about 200 meters long. This is a great place to stroll around, and one where you can admire the old street-houses with Taiwanese traditional architecture. It is also one of the most visited places in Taipei during the …

If you love art, then this is the right place for you. The Taipei Fine Arts Museum has something for any art enthusiast. It opened its doors in December 1983 and was the first museum of modern art in Taiwan. Today it has more than 4000 works of …

Take a cable car ride in a glass bottom gondola all the way up to the top of the mountain from Taipei Zoo Station to Maokong Station, where you can enjoy stunning views of the city. At the top you will find food stands, tea shops and some paths for hiking. The ride takes …

The Beitou area of Taipei is renowned for its high concentration of thermal spa centres. There are establishments to fit any budget, from the low-priced open-air Public Hot Spring (modest swimwear required) to private hotels and resorts uphill, all offering hot spring baths at various price points. One option most resorts offer is renting …

Xingtian Temple, also called Hsing Tian Kong, is a large Taiwanese temple where locals pray and conduct religious rituals. This temple might not be as popular as Longshan, but it is a very peaceful and beautiful place …

Daan Park is a quiet escape from the big city life of Taipei, and a great place to catch a breath of fresh air. The park has a wide range of flowers, plants, bamboo trees and banyan trees. It is also full of activities such as a skating rink, basketball court and children's …

BabyBoss City opened in 2008 to provide a hands-on learning experience for children while allowing them to simultaneously have fun. There are about 50 different occupations kids can try, with everything from fire fighter to cabin crew attendant, astronaut, nurse, banker and police officer. …

With the tour company like, for example, Show Taiwan, you can explore the city in a fun way - on a bicycle! Taiwan offers a very friendly cycling environment with many incredible things to discover. The tour company provides five different tours, everything from half-day to five-day …

Museum Of Contemporary Arts is the first art institution in Taiwan dedicated exclusively to contemporary art. The building that houses the museum was built in the 1920s as an elementary school, and later became Taipei’s city hall. It was not until 2001 that it was converted into an art museum. Over the past years …

Also known as Linjiang Street Night Market, Tonghua Night Market is a not-so-touristy market buzzing with commercial life, packed with street food vendors selling all manner of exotic delights, from dumplings to sushi. Clothing, jewellery, souvenirs and knick knacks are also sold in abundance. Another very popular market selling a similar assortment of goods and …