Yongkang Street is a food lover’s paradise. Try various traditional snacks like bubble tea, pork buns, and sesame noodles while taking in the vibrant atmosphere of the street.
Tainan is a must-visit city for any foodie. Visit Ah Teng’s Bakery for their famous pineapple cake, and then head to Shen Ji New Village to try milkfish congee. Finish the day with traditional Japanese ramen at Ramen Kagetsu Arashi.
Taichung Fengjia Night Market is a foodie paradise with over 100 food stalls. Try the popular flaming beef cubes, stinky tofu, and fried chicken. Don’t forget to also check out clothing and accessory stalls throughout the night market.
Shilin Night Market is Taipei’s largest night market, famous for its street food. Must-try dishes include pepper buns, stinky tofu, and oyster omelettes. Walk off the food by exploring the nearby Shilin Official Residence.
End the trip with the famous soup dumplings at Din Tai Fung. Founded in Taiwan, this restaurant has expanded worldwide and is known for its delicious dumplings, noodles, and buns.
Travelers can easily get around Taiwan via train or taxi. Trains are efficient and relatively inexpensive, while taxis can be more convenient. Be sure to plan ahead for transportation costs and travel times.
If you have more time, consider visiting other parts of Taipei like Beitou Hot Springs or the National Palace Museum. For a beach getaway, head to Kenting National Park in the south. If you have less time, consider skipping Tainan and heading straight to Taichung for the night market.
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the main airport in Taiwan, located in Taoyuan City, 40km west of Taipei. Travelers can take the metro or taxi to reach the city center, and there are also airport shuttle buses available.