Family-Friendly Taipei Adventure: A 3-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Explore Taipei

Taipei, Taiwan

8:00AM

Breakfast at Yonghe Soy Milk King

Start your day with traditional Taiwanese breakfast at Yonghe Soy Milk King, famous for its warm soy milk and freshly made dough sticks.
Take a short taxi ride or walk to your next destination.
TWD $150, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Taipei 101

After breakfast, head to Taipei 101, where you can take the high-speed elevator to the observation deck for breathtaking views of the city.
Take the MRT from Yonghe Station to Taipei 101 Station.
TWD $600, 2 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at Din Tai Fung

Savor a delicious lunch at Din Tai Fung, known for its delectable xiao long bao (soup dumplings).
Walk from Taipei 101 to Din Tai Fung located on Xinyi Road.
TWD $800, 1.5 hours

2:00PM

Explore National Palace Museum

In the afternoon, visit the National Palace Museum to discover one of the largest collections of Chinese art and artifacts in the world, which will be fascinating for kids and adults alike.
Take a taxi or MRT to Shilin Station and then a bus to the museum.
TWD $350, 3 hours

5:30PM

Stroll through Shilin Night Market

As the sun sets, wander through Shilin Night Market, where you’ll find countless food stalls and games that the whole family can enjoy.
Take the MRT to Jiantan Station and walk to the night market.
TWD $300, 2 hours

8:00PM

Dinner at Hot-Star Large Fried Chicken

Satisfy your appetite with some famous Taiwanese street food at Hot-Star, known for its crispy fried chicken cutlets.
Walk around the night market to find the famous fried chicken stall.
TWD $200, 1 hour
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Day 2: Nature and Culture

Taipei, Taiwan

8:00AM

Breakfast at A-Dong Traditional Breakfast

Recharge for the day with a hearty Taiwanese breakfast including rice balls and omelets.
Take a short walk to A-Dong Traditional Breakfast.
TWD $150, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Taipei Zoo

Head to Taipei Zoo, one of the largest zoos in Asia, where kids can learn about various animal species and see the famous giant pandas.
Take the MRT from A-Dong to Taipei Zoo Station.
TWD $60, 2.5 hours

12:00PM

Lunch at the Zoo's Food Court

Enjoy a casual lunch at the zoo’s food court, offering a variety of Taiwanese and international options.
Stay inside the Zoo.
TWD $400, 1 hour

1:30PM

Ride the Maokong Gondola

Take a scenic ride on the Maokong Gondola from the zoo to Maokong, enjoying stunning views of the mountains and tea plantations.
Walk to the gondola station from Taipei Zoo.
TWD $300, 2 hours

3:30PM

Drink Tea at Maokong

Once at the top, enjoy a leisurely tea break at one of the local tea houses and learn about Taiwanese tea culture.
Look for a tea house in Maokong.
TWD $450, 1.5 hours

5:00PM

Dinner at Shuanglian Market

Head back to the city for dinner and explore Shuanglian Market's offerings for some authentic local cuisine.
Take the gondola back and then the MRT to Shuanglian Station.
TWD $500, 1.5 hours
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Day 3: Cultural Exploration

Taipei, Taiwan

8:00AM

Breakfast at Fu Hang Soy Milk

Enjoy traditional Taiwanese breakfast foods, including their signature soy milk and crispy flatbreads at Fu Hang Soy Milk.
Take MRT to Shandao Temple Station, then walk.
TWD $150, 1 hour

9:30AM

Visit Longshan Temple

Visit Longshan Temple, a beautiful and historically significant temple where locals come to pray and worship.
Walk back to MRT from Fu Hang and take it to Longshan Temple Station.
Free, 1 hour

10:30AM

Explore Huaxi Street Night Market

Nearby, check out Huaxi Street Night Market, famous for its exotic foods and local culture.
A short walk from Longshan Temple.
TWD $300, 1 hour

12:00PM

Lunch at nearby Tofu Street

Savor a lunch of local delicacies, including stinky tofu and other street food options.
Walk to Tofu Street from the night market.
TWD $250, 1 hour

1:30PM

Visit Yangmingshan National Park

In the afternoon, journey to Yangmingshan National Park, where you can hike and explore beautiful volcanic landscapes.
Take a taxi or bus to Yangmingshan.
Free, 3 hours

5:00PM

Family Dinner at The Stuffed Bun

Wrap up your Taipei adventure with a family dinner at The Stuffed Bun, known for its delicious dumplings and friendly atmosphere.
Take a taxi back to the city center.
TWD $600, 1.5 hours
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