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Family-Friendly 5-Day Itinerary in Taiwan

Explore the best of Taiwan with your family with this 5-day itinerary filled with fun and educational activities.

  1. Day 1: National Palace Museum
    20 minutes (7.6 miles) from Taoyuan International Airport

    In the morning, explore the National Palace Museum, which houses the world's largest collection of Chinese artifacts. In the afternoon, visit the Shilin Night Market and try some of Taiwan's famous street foods. In the evening, take a stroll in the beautiful Daan Forest Park.

  2. Day 2: Taipei 101 and Din Tai Fung
    25 minutes (6.3 miles) from Daan Forest Park

    In the morning, head to Taipei 101, one of the tallest buildings in the world, and take in the breathtaking views of the city. For lunch, enjoy some of the best xiaolongbao (soup dumplings) in the world at Din Tai Fung. In the afternoon, take a family-friendly hike in Elephant Mountain. In the evening, catch a show at the Taipei Eye theater.

  3. Day 3: Yangmingshan National Park
    30 minutes (8.2 miles) from Taipei Eye

    In the morning, take a scenic drive to Yangmingshan National Park and explore the picturesque scenery and hot springs. In the afternoon, visit the Beitou Hot Springs Museum to learn about the history of the hot springs in the area. In the evening, head to the Ningxia Night Market for more delicious street food.

  4. Day 4: Sun Moon Lake
    3 hours (100 miles) from Ningxia Night Market

    In the morning, take a drive to Sun Moon Lake, one of the most beautiful natural attractions in Taiwan. Take a boat ride on the lake and visit the Wenwu Temple. In the afternoon, hike the trails around the lake and enjoy the stunning views. In the evening, relax in one of the hot springs in the area.

  5. Day 5: Fo Guang Shan Buddha Museum
    2 hours (70 miles) from Sun Moon Lake

    In the morning, visit the Fo Guang Shan Buddha Museum, which is one of the largest Buddhist museums in the world. In the afternoon, take a stroll on the Lotus Pond and visit the Dragon and Tiger Pagodas. In the evening, enjoy a seafood dinner at the Liuhe Night Market.

Recommendations

Consider taking a day trip to the beautiful Taroko Gorge or exploring the historic Tainan City. For a fun and educational experience, visit the Taiwan Science Education Center. To maximize your fun, hire a private tour guide who can take you to off-the-beaten-path places and customize your itinerary.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • National Palace Museum (3 hours, $12)
  • Shilin Night Market (2 hours, varies)
  • Daan Forest Park (1 hour, free)
  • Taipei 101 (2 hours, $20)
  • Din Tai Fung (1.5 hours, $20)
  • Elephant Mountain (2 hours, free)
  • Taipei Eye (2 hours, $30)
  • Yangmingshan National Park (5 hours, free)
  • Beitou Hot Springs Museum (1 hour, $5)
  • Ningxia Night Market (2 hours, varies)
  • Sun Moon Lake (6 hours, $15 for boat ride)
  • Fo Guang Shan Buddha Museum (3 hours, free)
  • Lotus Pond (1 hour, free)
  • Liuhe Night Market (2 hours, varies)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $129

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