A Foodie's Guide to Taiwan - Discover Delicious Taiwan With Train Line Information in 5 Days

• Day 1: Shilin Night Market
  From Taipei Main Station take Tamsui–Xinyi line to Jiantan Station, then walk 10 mins or take bus 255, 304, or 815 to Shilin Market Stop (10mins, 4km)

  Start your culinary journey at the largest and most famous night market in Taiwan, Shilin Night Market. Known for its street food, try various Taiwanese delicacies like oyster omelet, stinky tofu, and bubble tea.

• Day 2: Jiufen Old Street and Tea Houses
  From Shilin Market Stop, take bus 260 or 1126 to Zhongxiao Fuxing MRT Station, then transfer to the Keelung-bound train and alight at Riufang Station. Take a bus or taxi to Jiufen Old Street. (2 hours, 55 km)

  Indulge in tea culture and breathtaking ocean views whilst enjoying the charming atmosphere of Jiufen Old Street. Try handmade taro balls, mochi, and other traditional Taiwanese desserts alongside tea at one of Jiufen's charming tea houses.

• Day 3: Raohe Street Night Market and Michelin Starred Restaurant
  From Riufang Station, take the train to Taipei 101 Station. Change to Tamsui-Xinyi line to Songshan Station, then take Exit 4 and walk straight for 20mins (30mins, 25km)

  Satisfy your cravings at Raohe Street Night Market, one of the best night markets in Taiwan, acclaimed for its pepper buns and pork rib soup. Spend the evening indulging in Michelin-starred food at one of Taipei's top restaurants like RAW or MUME.

• Day 4: Shifen Waterfall and Sky Lantern Experience
  From Songshan Station, take the train to Ruifang Station, then transfer to Pingxi Line to Shifen Station. (90mins, 40km)

  Witness the beauty of Shifen Waterfall, one of the most scenic natural visuals in Taiwan. Release your own sky lantern and add your wishes to the world-renowned sky lantern festival at Shifen Old Street.

• Day 5: Din Tai Fung and Taipei 101
  From Shifen Station, take Pingxi line to Taipei Main Station (1 hour, 60km) and then ride the Tamsui–Xinyi line to Taipei 101 Station. (15 mins)

  End your trip with a traditional Taiwanese breakfast at Din Tai Fung, famous for their soup dumplings. Afterward, take in the view at the iconic 101-storey building Taipei 101, home to high-end shops, restaurants and the observatory deck for breathtaking views of Taipei's skyline.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Shilin Night Market (2 hours, $15)
• Jiufen Old Street and Tea Houses (4 hours, $30)
• Raohe Street Night Market and Michelin Starred Restaurant (4 hours, $200)
• Shifen Waterfall and Sky Lantern Experience (6 hours, $25)
• Din Tai Fung and Taipei 101 (3 hours, $50)
Total Estimated Costs : $320

Transportation

Public transportation is a convenient way to get around in Taiwan. The Taipei Metro is a fast and efficient way to travel around the city with affordable one-day passes available. Train travel is affordable and comfortable; purchase a TR Pass on arrival to enjoy unlimited train travel within a set time period.

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, visit Taroko National Park for natural scenery and hot springs. Taipei is not the only city in Taiwan to explore, explore other cities like Tainan and Kaohsiung for additional foodie experiences.

Airports

The main airport is Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and is located 50 km west of Taipei. Songshan Airport (TSA) is located in downtown Taipei and serves domestic flights.