台北 101
Taipei 101
tái běi yī líng yīRide one of the world’s fastest elevators to a skyline observatory, then explore Xinyi’s plazas and mountain-facing cafés.
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台北 · North
Taipei
tái běiA lively capital where temple courtyards, mountain trails and design-led neighborhoods sit only a few MRT stops apart.
First time in Taiwan?
Why choose Taipei?
Taipei is an easy first base when you want efficient transport, landmark city views, neighborhood food and day-trip options in one place. It rewards a flexible schedule, but travelers seeking quiet countryside should reserve part of the trip for somewhere beyond the capital.
Best for
First tripsEasy public transportFood varietyFlexible day trips
Less ideal for
Quiet countrysideA slow rural stay
Good to know
Easy MRT. Night markets. Culture
Use this page as your base camp: save a spot, learn the station name, then make room for an unplanned snack.
First-time highlights
Start with these places
北投溫泉
Beitou Hot Springs
běi tóu wēn quánFollow a green valley of steaming springs, historic bathhouse architecture, museums and easy walks beside Beitou Park.
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A first taste of the city
Eat these first
小籠包 · Snack
Xiaolongbao
xiǎo lóng bāoDelicate steamed dumplings filled with savory pork and hot broth. Lift carefully, bite a small opening and let the soup cool before eating.
牛肉麵 · Soup
Beef Noodle Soup
niú ròu miànTender beef, springy noodles and a fragrant broth, from clear and herbal to dark and spicy.
Spicy
滷肉飯 · Main dish
Braised Pork Rice
lǔ ròu fànGlossy soy-braised minced pork spooned over steamed rice: simple, savory and deeply comforting.
胡椒餅 · Snack
Pepper Bun
hú jiāo bǐngA crisp, sesame-topped bun baked against the wall of a clay oven, packed with juicy peppery pork and scallions.
Spicy
芒果冰 · Dessert
Mango Shaved Ice
máng guǒ bīngA mound of shaved ice topped with ripe mango, mango sauce and often condensed milk or a scoop of ice cream.
Vegetarian-friendly
After dark
Follow the good smells.
寧夏夜市 · Daily 17:00–01:00
Ningxia Night Market
níng xià yè shìCompact, food-first and easy to navigate—an ideal first night market for hungry visitors.
饒河街觀光夜市 · Daily 17:00–00:00
Raohe Street Night Market
ráo hé jiē guān guāng yè shìA lively 600-meter market known for pepper buns, herbal pork ribs and its glowing gate beside Ciyou Temple.
士林夜市 · Daily 16:00–00:00
Shilin Night Market
shì lín yè shìTaipei’s largest and best-known night market, where snack stalls, casual games and shopping streets keep the evening moving.
Trip plans
Start with a practical plan
Plan the day
How to spend your time
Getting around
Useful stations
Sleep well, explore more
Where to Stay
First-time visitors who want easy transit and flexible day trips.
Taipei Main Station / ZhongzhengXimending / WanhuaZhongshanXinyi