Ultimate 1-Day Taipei Experience

Day 1: Explore Taipei

Taipei, Taiwan

8:00AM

Breakfast at Yonghe Soy Milk King

Start your day with a traditional Taiwanese breakfast at Yonghe Soy Milk King, famous for its fresh soy milk, crispy fried dough sticks, and savory egg crepes.
Take the MRT to Zhongxiao Dunhua Station, then a short 10-minute walk to the restaurant.
TWD150, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Taipei 101

After breakfast, head to Taipei 101, once the tallest building in the world, where you can take the elevator to the observatory for panoramic views of the city.
Walk or take a quick MRT ride from Yonghe Soy Milk King to Taipei 101 Station.
TWD600, 2 hours

11:30AM

Explore the National Palace Museum

Next, visit the National Palace Museum, home to an extensive collection of Chinese imperial artifacts that span over 5,000 years, giving you a taste of rich heritage.
Take the MRT from Taipei 101 Station to Shilin Station and then take a bus to the museum.
TWD350, 2 hours

1:30PM

Lunch at Shilin Night Market

After the museum, enjoy a delightful lunch at Shilin Night Market, where you can sample various Taiwanese street foods like fried chicken, stinky tofu, and bubble tea.
Take a bus back to Shilin Night Market, which is adjacent to the museum.
TWD200, 1 hour

2:30PM

Stroll through Beitou Hot Springs

Post-lunch, take a trip to Beitou Hot Springs to relax in the historic natural hot springs and explore the lovely surroundings, including the Beitou Hot Springs Museum.
Take the MRT from Shilin Station to Beitou Station, then transfer to the Xinbeitou branch line.
TWD100, 2.5 hours

5:00PM

Visit Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall

After refreshing at Beitou, head to the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, an iconic landmark with beautiful gardens and a changing of the guard ceremony.
Return to Beitou Station and take the MRT to C.K.S. Memorial Hall Station.
Free, 1 hour

6:00PM

Dinner at Din Tai Fung

No visit to Taipei is complete without dining at Din Tai Fung, renowned for its soup dumplings (xiaolongbao) - a must-try delicacy!
Take the MRT from C.K.S. Memorial Hall Station to Dongmen Station, where the restaurant is located.
TWD600, 1.5 hours

7:30PM

Night stroll in Ximending

End your day with a leisurely stroll in Ximending, Taipei's vibrant shopping district, where you can shop, enjoy street performances, and soak in the lively atmosphere.
Take the MRT from Dongmen to Ximen Station.
Free, 1 hour

8:30PM

Late-night Snack at Ay Chung Flour Rice Noodle

Finally, grab a late-night snack at Ay Chung Flour Rice Noodle, famous for its thick, savory rice noodles in rich broth, perfect to satisfy those late cravings.
Located within Ximending, just a short walk from where you conclude your stroll.
TWD100, 30 minutes
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