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Taipei Attractions

Your guide to the top things to do in Taipei, Taiwan, from temples to towers.

Things to do in Taipei – top Taipei must-see attractions

Taipei is a city where ancient temples and cutting-edge towers exist side by side, telling the story of a place that honors its past while charging full speed into the future. The architecture alone spans centuries - think ornate Buddhist shrines, Japanese-era buildings, and one of the world's tallest skyscrapers. You can ride the elevator to the top of Taipei 101 for jaw-dropping city views, explore thousands of years of Chinese art at the National Palace Museum, or catch the electric buzz of Raohe Night Market after dark. Here are the top places to visit in Taipei, Taiwan to make the most of your trip.

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Historic Site
Historic Site
Nature reserves
Nature reserves
Panorama
Panorama
Gardens
Gardens
Monuments
Monuments
Museums
Museums
Taipei 101
History Geeks
Taipei 101
Why visit?
  • Sky-high observation deck
  • Wind damper exhibit
  • Shopping & dining floors
National Palace Museum
History Geeks
National Palace Museum
Why visit?
  • Ancient Chinese artifacts
  • Jade & bronze collections
  • Rotating special exhibits
National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall
History Geeks
National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall
Why visit?
  • Grand memorial hall
  • Ceremonial guard change
  • Landscaped reflecting ponds
Longshan Temple
History Geeks
Longshan Temple
Why visit?
  • Ornate wood carvings
  • Active worship rituals
  • Night lantern ceremonies
Yehliu Geopark
Photography Enthusiasts
Yehliu Geopark
Why visit?
  • Queen's Head rock formation
  • Coastal walking trails
  • Rare geologic formations
Yangmingshan National Park
Nature Lovers
Yangmingshan National Park
Why visit?
  • Active Qixing volcano
  • Hot spring access points
  • Seasonal flower fields
Huashan 1914 Creative Park
Art & Culture Lovers
Huashan 1914 Creative Park
Why visit?
  • Indie boutiques & studios
  • Live events & exhibitions
  • Heritage brick warehouse
Families
Raohe Night Market
Why visit?
  • Street food stalls
  • Herbal medicine vendors
  • Riverside night atmosphere
Taipei Zoo
Families
Taipei Zoo
Why visit?
  • Giant panda exhibit
  • 400+ animal species
  • Children's zoo area
Adventure Seekers
Elephant Mountain (Xiangshan)
Why visit?
  • Taipei 101 skyline views
  • Steep but short hiking trail
  • City & mountain panoramas
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