Northern Taiwan, Taiwan

Taipei

Taipei is a safe, easy-going capital of night markets, incense-filled temples, old merchant streets and the landmark Taipei 101 tower.

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The city on foot

Taipei grew from river trading towns such as Bangka and Dadaocheng. Today it is a modern city with an excellent metro.

Older districts such as Wanhua and Dadaocheng are the best for walking, and night markets come alive after dark.

What makes Taipei distinctive

  • Night markets
  • Longshan Temple
  • Taipei 101
  • Dadaocheng's merchant houses

Walking tours in Taipei

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Main sights

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Neighbourhoods worth wandering

  • Wanhua

    The oldest district.

  • Dadaocheng

    Historic merchant streets.

  • Xinyi

    Modern towers and malls.

Free self-guided walk

Old Taipei

A free self-guided walk in Taipei, from Longshan Temple to the Red House and the Presidential Office, to the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall.

3.7 km · 5 stops · map and directions

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Best areas to explore on foot

  1. Dihua Street

    Old shophouses.

  2. Elephant Mountain

    Steps to a view of Taipei 101.

  3. Da'an Forest Park

    A large city park.

Practical walking notes

  • Terrain

    Flat, with hills on the edges.

  • Heat and rain

    Summers are hot and humid, with typhoons possible.

  • Scooters

    Watch for scooters at crossings.

When to visit

  • Autumn

    Best.

  • Spring

    Pleasant, with some rain.

  • Summer

    Hot, humid and stormy.

Getting there and getting around

Arriving

  • By air

    Taoyuan Airport is linked by the Airport MRT.

  • By rail

    High-speed trains run down the west coast.

Local transport

  • MRT

    Clean, cheap and signed in English.

  • YouBike

    Shared bikes across the city.

Questions travellers ask about Taipei

How many days do I need?

Three days.

Which night market is best?

Shilin is the largest; Raohe and Ningxia are more compact.

Is Taipei safe?

Yes, it is very safe for walking.

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Sources and review date

This guide was last updated on 2026-10-28. Opening hours, fares and services change; please confirm details with official sources before travelling.