Experience Taipei at its finest with our exclusive all-included tour! Enjoy the comfort of private transport (air-conditioned and bottled water) as you explore the city’s most iconic spots. Savor a delicious selection of local dishes like dumplings and xiaolongbao at the renowned Din Tai Fung 101, located at the base of Taipei 101. Ascend to the observatory on the 88th and 91st floors of Taipei 101 for the best panoramic views of the city, and visit the famous National Palace Museum, home to the world’s largest collection of Chinese art.
In the morning we’ll pickup you at your hotel, and from there, we will start by visiting the famous National Palace Museum, the museum with the largest collection of Chinese art in the world. It houses objects spanning 8,000 years of Chinese history. After exploring the museum, we’ll take a stroll through one of the traditional gardens that surrounds it.
The National Palace Museum features a collection of 700,000 pieces of Chinese artifacts and artworks, many of which were transferred from the Forbidden City’s Palace Museum in Beijing.
National Palace Museum, Taipei.
From the museum and its gardens, we’ll head to the economic district of Xinyi to visit one of the city’s most iconic buildings, Taipei 101 Skyscraper. Completed in 2004 and considered the world’s tallest building until 2009.
The Taipei 101 skyscraper, with a height of 508 meters (1666 feet), is one of the tallest buildings in the world, even though it was completed more than 15 years ago (in 2004).
Close-up of the Taipei 101 skyscraper, Taipei.
Get ready because to reach the observatory located on the 88th and 91st floors, we be using one of the fastest elevators in the world. Once at the top, the observatory offers us 360º panoramic views of the city and its nearby mountains.
Additionally, we will be able to see the heaviest tuned mass damper in the world, which functions to absorb and stabilize the skyscraper against any natural adversities. It is also the only one of its kind open to the public.
Mass Damper, Taipei 101. Photo by Paul Blair.
While we enjoy the views offered by the observatory, your guide will be queuing at the famous dumpling and xiaolongbao restaurant, Din Tai Fung 101, so that once we return from the heights, we can eat and savor an exquisite selection of local dishes at this renowned restaurant.
The famous xiaolongbao, Din Tai Fung 101.
Once we finish our meal, we’ll walk through the nearby 44 South Community to discover the historical past of Chinese soldiers and families who sought refuge in Taiwan in the lates 1940s.
44 South Community and Taipei 101 skyscraper.
Next, we’ll go to Freedom Square, which houses the Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall as well as the majestic buildings of the National Theater and Concert Hall. The mausoleum is dedicated to the former dictator who ruled Taiwan for decades until his death. If we’re lucky, we might witness the changing of the guard ceremony held in front of the impressive statue inside the mausoleum.
Freedom Square. In the background, Chiang Kai-Shek Mausoleum.
After visiting the mausoleum and the huge plaza surrounding it, we’ll move on to the popular Longshan Temple, one of the oldest and most iconic temples in the city, offering a glimpse into Taiwanese spiritual life through its exquisite Buddhist and Taoist styles decor.
Longshan Temple, Taipei.
Following this, we’ll wander through the enchanting Monga district and the Bopiliao Historical Block, where your senses will be captivated by a harmonious blend of scents, flavors, and a vibrant juxtaposition of the past and present.
Bopiliao Historical Block, Taipei.
Finally, depending on how much time is left, we will visit the historic Dadaocheng district, which has the highest number of traditional businesses in Taipei. Chinese medicine shops, traditional spice stores, and handicrafts fill the streets. However, in recent years, new businesses have been modernizing the whole area, and you will be able to observe small centers of contemporary culture and even avant-garde restaurants. Here, we will visit the City God Temple, the fabric market, and a famous tea house.
Dihua Street, Dadaocheng.
Finally, after shopping and strolling through this picturesque neighborhood, we will head back to your hotel, where we will conclude this one-day tour with private transportation and an English-speaking guide.
Discover Taipei with our one-day walking tour, designed for those who want to explore the city in a more budget-friendly way.
This walking tour, using public transportation, offers you the flexibility to move at your own pace, visiting local markets, historic temples, parks and gardens, as well as traditional and modern neighborhoods of the city. Not including private transportation, meals, or entry fees to monuments, this tour allows you to immerse yourself in the authentic local culture and enjoy an affordable and genuine experience.
This tour is the perfect way to experience the best of Taipei on foot with an English-speaking guide. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable experience!
Discover Taipei Walking Tour with an English-Speaking Guide
Freedom Square, Taipéi.
Make the most of your stop in Keelung with the Cruise Tour. Visit a curated selection of the most iconic places in Taipei.
Stroll through a traditional market, select the ingredients, and learn how to prepare typical food in a Taiwanese cooking class.
Visit very modern Taipei 101 skyscraper, and also get a peek at the past through a collection of old buildings still remaining, known as 44 South Village, Taipei’s very first military dependents village.
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