787 Hotels in Taipei, T'ai-Pei Chuen-Shih

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At a glance

Climate

Subtropical

Languages

Mandarin and Taiwanese Hokkien and Hakka

Local currency

TWD (TWD)

Local time

09:17 (GMT+8)

Ideal trip length

3–7 days

Cost level

3 of 5 · our research

Suggested area to stay

Xinyi District

Tap water

Generally described as safe to drink

Tipping

Not customary

What this place is for

History

95 · Outstanding

Culture

90 · Outstanding

Food

90 · Outstanding

Family 80 · Very good

Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.

Food to try

Beef Noodle Soup Xiao Long Bao Stinky Tofu Bubble Tea

When to visit Taipei

How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.

Best months: October, November Busiest: Sep-Nov

Jan

70

Cool, damp, often grey
Feb

70

Cool, damp, sometimes foggy
Mar

80

Mild, pleasant, occasional rain
Apr

85

Warm, pleasant, less rain
May

75

Warm, humid, rainy season
Jun

70

Hot, humid, heavy rain
Jul

65

Hot, humid, typhoon risk
Aug

65

Hot, humid, typhoon risk
Sept

80

Warm, less humid, pleasant
Oct

90

Mild, pleasant, ideal
Nov

90

Mild, pleasant, ideal
Dec

75

Cool, sometimes damp

70

Jan Cool, damp, often grey

70

Feb Cool, damp, sometimes foggy

80

Mar Mild, pleasant, occasional rain

85

Apr Warm, pleasant, less rain

75

May Warm, humid, rainy season

70

Jun Hot, humid, heavy rain

65

Jul Hot, humid, typhoon risk

65

Aug Hot, humid, typhoon risk

80

Sept Warm, less humid, pleasant

90

Oct Mild, pleasant, ideal

90

Nov Mild, pleasant, ideal

75

Dec Cool, sometimes damp

Things to do in Taipei

7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.

Best in the morning

2 places

National Palace Museum

Shilin 3 hrs

Explore vast collections of ancient Chinese imperial artifacts.

Indoors Good for children

Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall

Zhongzheng 2 hrs

Witness the grand monument and changing of the guard ceremony.

Indoors Good for children

Best in the afternoon

3 places

Taipei 101 Observatory

Xinyi 2 hrs

Ascend this iconic skyscraper for panoramic city views.

Indoors Good for children

Elephant Mountain Hike

Xinyi 2 hrs

Hike for iconic sunset views of Taipei 101 and the city skyline.

Outdoors Good for children

Ximending Shopping District

Wanhua 3 hrs

Experience Taipei's vibrant youth culture, street art, and fashion.

Outdoors Good for children

Best in the evening

1 place

Shilin Night Market

Shilin 3 hrs

Indulge in a sensory feast of street food and lively atmosphere.

Outdoors Good for children

Any time of day

1 place

Longshan Temple

Wanhua 1.5 hrs

Visit Taipei's oldest and most revered Buddhist temple.

Indoors Good for children

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Culture and history

3 Days in Taipei — Culture & History

Uncover the soul of Taiwan's capital, from ancient temples to modern marvels and rich historical narratives.

This 3-day itinerary is designed for history buffs and culture enthusiasts eager to delve deep into Taipei's past and vibrant traditions. Explore grand memorials, ancient temples, bustling historic districts, and world-class museums, experiencing the city's unique blend of heritage and contemporary life.

3 Days 13 Stops

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