© Nate Hovee / Getty Images
Taipei
Taipei is a friendly city whose allure lies in its blend of Chinese culture with a curious fusion of Japanese, Southeast Asian and American influences.
Start planning your trip
Attractions
Must-see attractions for your itinerary
Shilin
Home to the world's largest and arguably finest collection of Chinese art, this vast hoard covers treasures in painting, calligraphy, statuary, bronzes,…
Ximending & Wanhua
Founded in 1738 by Han immigrants from Fujian, this temple has served as a municipal, guild and self-defence centre, as well as a house of worship. These…
Taipei
This former 'Centre Street' has long been known for its Chinese medicine shops, fabric market and lively Lunar New Year sundry market. It has attracted…
Xinyi
Towering above the city like the gigantic bamboo stalk it was designed to resemble, Taipei 101 is impossible to miss. At 508m, Taipei 101 held the title…
Taipei
This former detention centre, court and jail was where political prisoners were incarcerated and tried during the White Terror period (1947–87). The…
Taipei
This grandiose monument to authoritarian leader Chiang Kai-shek is a popular attraction and rightly so. It is a sobering feeling to stand in the massive…
Taipei
Borrowing from western urban-regeneration models, this early-20th-century wine factory has been restored as Taipei's most retro-chic venue. Remodelled…
Taipei
Recipient of a Unesco Asia-Pacific Heritage Award for both its restoration and its revival of temple rites and festivities, Bao'an Temple (also called…
Planning Tools
Expert guidance to help you plan your trip
Things to Know
Get the most of your visit to exciting Taipei with our tips on etiquette, dining, navigating politics and more.
Read articleBest Neighborhoods
Venture beyond the center without getting lost with our guide to the best neighborhoods in Taipei. Pick your favorite and start exploring.
Read articleDay Trips
Within the dense forests that encircle colorful, chaotic Taipei, the mysteries of rural Taiwan await. Make time for these rewarding day trips from Taipei.
Read articleMoney and Costs
Find out how to eat, shop and travel around Taipei on a budget without sacrificing a thing.
Read articleTransportation
Taipei is an exciting and hectic city with excellent public transport options. Here's everything you need to know about getting around it.
Read articleFree Things to Do
Taipei can test your ability to tour cheaply if you don’t know where to look – here's how to explore the capital's best corners for free.
Read articleArticles
Latest stories from Taipei
Art and CultureDiscover art, history and a bit of kitsch at these top Taipei museumsJul 26, 2022 • 5 min read
Guidebooks
Purchase our award-winning guidebooks
Get to the heart of Taipei with one of our in-depth, award-winning guidebooks, covering maps, itineraries, and expert guidance.
