5-Day Ultimate Foodie Itinerary in Taipei, Taiwan

Day 1: Arrival & Night Markets

Taipei, Taiwan

10:00AM

Check-in at Hotel

Settle into your hotel and refresh before diving into Taipei's culinary adventure.
Take a taxi or MRT to your hotel.
TWD3000, 1 hour

12:00PM

Lunch at Din Tai Fung

Savour the iconic xiaolongbao (soup dumplings) at Din Tai Fung, one of Taipei’s must-visit restaurants.
Take MRT to Xinyi Anhe Station.
TWD800, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Explore Taipei 101

Visit the observatory of Taipei 101 for breathtaking views of the city.
Walk from Din Tai Fung.
TWD600, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Ningxia Night Market

Dive into the bustling Ningxia Night Market and sample local delicacies like oyster omelettes and stinky tofu.
Take the MRT to Zhongshan Station.
TWD400, 2 hours
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Day 2: Cultural Exploration & Night Markets

Taipei, Taiwan

8:00AM

Breakfast at Yonghe Soy Milk King

Enjoy traditional Taiwanese breakfast including soy milk and fried dough sticks.
Take a taxi or walk from your hotel.
TWD200, 1 hour

10:00AM

Visit Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall

Explore this historic site and its stunning gardens.
Take the MRT to Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall Station.
Free, 2 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at a Local Beef Noodle Soup Shop

Slurp down a bowl of Taiwanese beef noodle soup at a nearby shop.
Walk to a local restaurant.
TWD300, 1 hour

3:00PM

Hike Elephant Mountain

Enjoy a scenic hike and panoramic views of the city from Elephant Mountain.
Take the MRT to Xiangshan Station.
Free, 2 hours

6:00PM

Dinner at Raohe Night Market

Indulge in local street food like pepper buns and bubble tea at Raohe Night Market.
Take the MRT to Raohe Night Market Station.
TWD400, 2 hours
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Day 3: Day Trip to Jiufen

Jiufen, Taiwan

8:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at your hotel before heading out.
N/A
TWD300, 1 hour

9:00AM

Travel to Jiufen

Take a train from Taipei Main Station to Ruifang Station, then a local bus to Jiufen.
Train & bus transport.
TWD150, 1.5 hours

11:00AM

Explore Jiufen Old Street

Stroll along the picturesque streets, sample sweet potato balls and other treats.
Walk along the Old Street.
Free, 2 hours

1:00PM

Lunch at A-Mei Tea House

Savour a traditional tea meal with local delicacies at A-Mei Tea House.
Adjacent to Old Street.
TWD600, 1.5 hours

3:00PM

Visit nearby lookout points

Take in stunning views from various lookout points in Jiufen.
Walk to lookout points.
Free, 1 hour

5:00PM

Travel Back to Taipei

Return to Taipei by bus and train.
Bus to Ruifang, then train.
TWD150, 1.5 hours

7:30PM

Dinner at Shilin Night Market

Feast on fried chicken cutlets and other street food delicacies at Shilin Night Market.
Take the MRT to Jiantan Station.
TWD400, 2 hours
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Day 4: Day Trip to Shifen

Shifen, Taiwan

8:00AM

Breakfast at Local Bakery

Enjoy fresh pastries and Taiwanese desserts at a local bakery.
Walk from your hotel.
TWD200, 1 hour

9:00AM

Travel to Shifen

Catch a train from Taipei Main Station to Shifen Station.
Train transport.
TWD150, 1 hour

10:00AM

Explore Shifen Old Street

Wander through Shifen Old Street, known for its sky lanterns and local snacks.
Walk along the Old Street.
Free, 1.5 hours

12:00PM

Sky Lantern Lunch Experience

Enjoy a unique experience of releasing sky lanterns while enjoying lunch.
Participate at local shops.
TWD600, 1.5 hours

2:00PM

Visit Shifen Waterfall

Take a short hike to witness the stunning Shifen Waterfall.
Walk from Old Street to the waterfall.
Free, 1.5 hours

4:00PM

Travel Back to Taipei

Return to Taipei by train, reflecting on the day’s adventures.
Train transport.
TWD150, 1 hour

6:30PM

Dinner at Local Taiwanese Restaurant

Savour your last night in Taipei with a traditional full-course Taiwanese dinner.
Take a taxi or MRT.
TWD800, 2 hours
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Day 5: Departure & Last-Minute Tastes

Taipei, Taiwan

9:00AM

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a final Taiwanese breakfast before checking out.
N/A
TWD300, 1 hour

10:30AM

Visit Local Food Market

Explore a local food market for last-minute shopping.
Take a taxi or MRT.
Free (optional purchases), 1.5 hours

12:30PM

Lunch at Local Diner

Relish a comfort meal at a local diner one last time.
Walk or taxi.
TWD300, 1 hour

2:00PM

Check-out and Departure

Bid farewell to Taipei, taking your culinary memories with you.
Taxi to airport.
TWD1000, 1 hour
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