A 5-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary to Taiwan

  • Day 1: Visit the National Palace Museum
    40 minutes (18.7 km) from Taoyuan International Airport

    The National Palace Museum houses the world's largest collection of Chinese art treasures. It is home to over 700,000 pieces of ceramics, jades, calligraphy, paintings, and more. Visitors of all ages will enjoy learning about the history and culture of China through these historic artifacts.

  • Day 2: Explore Taipei 101 and Elephant Mountain
    20 minutes (5.5 km) from National Palace Museum

    Taipei 101 is a landmark symbol of Taipei, and it's the city's tallest skyscraper. Visitors can take a ride up to the observation deck to have a bird's eye view of Taipei. Afterward, they can hike Elephant Mountain to see Taipei 101 from another angle, and the view at the top is definitely worth it.

  • Day 3: Experience the Night Markets and Shilin Official Residence
    20 minutes (7.3 km) from Taipei 101

    Taiwan is known for its bustling night markets. Visitors can enjoy trying out local delicacies and various street foods at Shilin Night Market. At Shilin Official Residence, visitors can witness the former living quarters of former president, Chiang Kai-shek. The beautiful garden and architecture is perfect for visitors of all ages.

  • Day 4: Visit Leofoo Village Theme Park
    1 hour and 40 minutes (56.5 km) from Shilin Official Residence

    Leofoo Village Theme Park is a popular attraction for visitors who love theme parks. It's a fusion of water park and amusement park, where visitors can enjoy the thrill rides and performance shows. There are also animal exhibits and a safari for visitors to see and learn about various animals.

  • Day 5: Relax at Yehliu Geopark and Jiufen Old Street
    45 minutes (29.4 km) from Leofoo Village Theme Park

    Yehliu Geopark is home to the Queen's Head, a rock that resembles the head of Queen Elizabeth I. Visitors can also see mushroom rock and ginger rock while strolling through the park. Then take a ride to Jiufen Old Street, which is known for its winding alleys and old-style streets. Visitors can enjoy traditional Taiwanese snacks and tea while exploring.

Estimated Time and Costs

  • National Palace Museum (2 hours, NT200)
  • Taipei 101 and Elephant Mountain (4 hours, NT700)
  • Shilin Night Market and Shilin Official Residence (4 hours, NT300)
  • Leofoo Village Theme Park (8 hours, NT2000)
  • Yehliu Geopark and Jiufen Old Street (6 hours, NT400)

  • Total Estimated Costs: NT3600

Transportation

Most locations on the itinerary are accessible by public transportation such as buses, trains, and subways. There are also taxis and ride-sharing services available. The transportation fare for a one-way trip is around NT30-NT500 depending on the trip length and transportation mode.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting other famous attractions such as Taroko National Park or the historic district of Tainan. If you have less time, you can skip some of the attractions on the itinerary and focus on the ones that appeal to you the most.

Airports

Taiwan has two main airports: Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Kaohsiung International Airport (KHH). Taoyuan International Airport is the main gateway for international visitors, and it is located 40km west of Taipei City. Kaohsiung International Airport is located in southern Taiwan, approximately 4 km northeast of the city center of Kaohsiung.

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