Itineraries / Taipei Easy Day: Skyline, Culture and Raohe Night MarketPublic transport · About 8–10 hours
Taipei Easy Day: Skyline, Culture and Raohe Night Market Use the MRT for a relaxed first day linking Taipei 101, the Taipei Dome district and one of the city’s most approachable night markets.
Plan at a glance
Best for First-time visitors who want an easy MRT day with skyline views and night-market food.
Start point Taipei 101 / World Trade Center Station
Getting around Use the MRT throughout and carry an EasyCard.
Key reminder Reserve Taipei 101 for busy weekends or sunset.
Not ideal for Travelers seeking nature or a quieter out-of-town day. Before you go
Reserve Taipei 101 Observatory tickets ahead for weekends or sunset time slots. All three areas are connected by MRT, so an EasyCard keeps transfers simple. Raohe is most active after 5:00 pm; arrive earlier if you prefer shorter queues. Check the Taipei Dome event calendar because crowds and access routes change on event days. Optional pre-arrival setup
Want to have your EasyCard sorted before you arrive? Klook lists EasyCard options that can be arranged before travel. Check the current product, pickup location and included value on Klook before booking.
Route overview
Taipei Easy Day: Skyline, Culture and Raohe Night Market Stop 1 2–3 hours
Begin at Taipei 101 See the landmark tower and Xinyi district. Add the observatory if visibility is good, then stop for xiao long bao or bubble tea nearby.
Taipei 101 →
To the next stop MRT · about 10 min–20 min
Eat nearby 小籠包 · Snack
◖ Hear it xiǎo lóng bāo Delicate steamed dumplings filled with savory pork and hot broth. Lift carefully, bite a small opening and let the soup cool before eating.
珍珠奶茶 · Drink
◖ Hear it zhēn zhū nǎi chá Taiwan’s iconic tea drink with chewy tapioca pearls. Choose your ice and sugar level when ordering.
Vegetarian-friendly
Stop 2 1.5–2 hours
Walk the Taipei Dome district Take the MRT to the Dome for its modern city atmosphere, nearby shopping and easy access to the Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall area.
Taipei Dome →
To the next stop MRT · about 20 min–30 min
Eat nearby 牛肉麵 · Soup
◖ Hear it niú ròu miàn Tender beef, springy noodles and a fragrant broth, from clear and herbal to dark and spicy.
Spicy
Stop 3 2–3 hours
Eat your way through Raohe Night Market Finish beside Songshan Station with pepper buns, oyster vermicelli and stinky tofu. Order one item at a time so you can sample more stalls.
Raohe Street Night Market →
Eat nearby 胡椒餅 · Snack
◖ Hear it hú jiāo bǐng A crisp, sesame-topped bun baked against the wall of a clay oven, packed with juicy peppery pork and scallions.
Spicy
蚵仔麵線 · Soup
◖ Hear it é zǎi miàn xiàn Fine wheat vermicelli in a silky thickened broth with plump oysters, usually finished with black vinegar, garlic and cilantro.
臭豆腐 · Snack
◖ Hear it chòu dòu fǔ Fermented tofu with a famously strong aroma, usually fried crisp and served with pickled cabbage, garlic and chili sauce.
Spicy
Travel times are approximate. Traffic, service frequency, transfers, and operating conditions can change. Check Google Maps or the relevant official transport service before departure.
Trip plans
Part of a longer trip