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10 Days in Taipei: A Journey of Night Markets and Temples

Morgan Morrow

Morgan Morrow

4 Nov 2023

Experience the vibrant night markets, explore ancient temples, and marvel at the stunning cityscape from Taipei 101 Observatory in this 10-day itinerary to Taipei, Taiwan.

Trip to Taipei

Day 1
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$0

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$ 2

Huaxi Street Night Market
Hub of retail & food stalls known for an array of unique local eats, including snake delicacies.
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Taipei Botanical Garden
Bird watching is popular at this relaxed botanical garden with many plant species & multiple ponds.
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
Day 2
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$75

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$ 2

Gongguan Night Market
Bustling nighttime market with a mix of vendors, including clothing retailers, cafes & more.
8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Taipei 101 Observatory
Sleek 89th-floor observation deck offering sweeping, 360º city views & a souvenir shop.
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$75
Day 3
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$25

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$ 4

Longshan Temple
This well-known temple originally built in the 1700s honors both Buddhist & Taoist deities.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall
Celebrated memorial hall with history exhibits surrounded by a large park with fish ponds & gardens.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Miramar Ferris Wheel
Tall Ferris wheel on the roof of a mall, offering elevated views & a few glass-floor cabins.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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$25
Day 4
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$0

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$ 2

228 Peace Memorial Park
Tranquil park with paths & pavilions, plus monuments & a museum dedicated to the 228 Massacre.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Ningxia Night Market
Bustling nighttime market featuring traditional food options in covered, outdoor surrounds.
10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 5
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$0

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$ 2

Daan Forest Park
Large city-center park offering grassy picnic areas, a playground, footpaths & ponds with wildlife.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Linjiang Night Market
Vibrant late-night market featuring hundreds of stalls selling local street foods & snacks.
10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 6
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$0

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$ 2

Dahu Park
Sprawling lakefront park with a heated swimming pool, walking trails, monuments & public art.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Songshan Ciyou Temple
Expansive temple with ornate architectural details, Taoist & Buddhist deities & a library.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
Day 7
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$13

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$ 2

Taipei Zoo
Large indoor-outdoor zoo in a scenic setting with a children’s area, gondola & shuttle train.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
53 - 64 min

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Bamboo Lake
Former lake created by a volcanic eruption, now full of white calla lilies in the springtime.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 8
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$0

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$ 2

Raohe Night Market
Buzzing, venerable nighttime street market offering shops & street food vendors.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
34 - 41 min

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Guandu Temple
Elaborate, ornamental folk temple with colorful pillars, stone carvings & a sloped, tiled roof.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 9
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$0

Shilin Night Market
Traditional night market with a large array of vendors selling street food, clothes & jewelry.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
Day 10
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$50

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$ 2

Yangmingshan National Park
Scenic destination with hot springs & hiking trails, plus the country's largest dormant volcano.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
54 - 65 min

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Taipei 101 Shopping center
Towering landmark skyscraper offering shops, eateries & an observation platform on the 89th floor.
12:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$50

Budget breakdown: $179 In total

Activities & Food:$163
Transport:$17