Family-Friendly 5-Day Taipei Itinerary from Zhongzheng District

Day 1: Zhongzheng District Exploration

Taipei, Taiwan on May 25, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Yonghe Soy Milk King

Start your day with a traditional Taiwanese breakfast of soy milk and freshly made youtiao at this popular spot in Zhongzheng District, open from 6:00am to 12:00pm.
TWD100, 1h

9:30am

Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall

Visit the iconic memorial hall with its impressive architecture, exhibition halls, and changing of the guard ceremony. It’s a great place for the family to learn about Taiwan’s history.
Free, 1h30m

11:15am

National Museum of History

Explore Taiwan’s rich cultural heritage with artifacts and exhibitions that appeal to all ages. It is nearby and open until 5:00pm.
TWD80, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at Jin Feng Braised Pork Rice

Enjoy one of Taipei’s famous braised pork rice meals, suitable for all ages, located near your hotel, open until 8:00pm.
TWD150, 1h

2:00pm

228 Peace Memorial Park

Relax in this historic urban park, featuring ponds, sculptures, and playgrounds for your child, just a short walk away.
Free, 1h

3:30pm

Explore local markets - Nanmen Market

Browse and sample local fruits and snacks in this traditional market open until 6:00pm.
Variable, 1h

6:30pm

Dinner at Huashan 1914 Creative Park Food Court

Enjoy diverse food options in a lively artistic environment perfect for family dining, open until 9:00pm.
TWD300, 1h30m
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Day 2: Xinyi District Highlights

Taipei, Taiwan on May 26, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at The Diner

American-style breakfast with kid-friendly options in Xinyi, open from 7:30am.
TWD250, 1h

10:00am

Taipei 101 Observatory

Visit Taipei's tallest building and enjoy panoramic city views from the observatory; open 9:00am–10:00pm.
TWD600 for adults, TWD540 for children, 1h

11:30am

Shopping and Exploring Taipei 101 Mall

Spend some time exploring the luxury mall with many shops and cafes, suitable for a relaxed family stroll.
Free, 1h

12:30pm

Lunch at Din Tai Fung (Taipei 101 Branch)

Famous for its xiao long bao (soup dumplings), great for adults and children, open 10:00am–9:30pm.
TWD400, 1h

2:00pm

Taipei International Convention Center & Elephant Mountain

Optional short hike at Elephant Mountain (30-40 mins) for amazing views of Taipei 101. The hike is kid-friendly but can be steep at times.
Free, 2h

5:00pm

Wang Steak Dinner

Enjoy a delicious steak dinner popular with families, located nearby and open until 10:00pm.
TWD800, 1h30m
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Day 3: Culture and Night Market

Taipei, Taiwan on May 27, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at local bakery Cake Shop

Sample freshly baked bread and pastries to start the day, open from 7:00am.
TWD150, 0h45m

9:00am

National Palace Museum

Explore one of the world's largest collections of Chinese art and artifacts, educational for all ages. Open 8:30am–6:30pm.
TWD350, 3h

1:00pm

Lunch at Silks Palace (at the museum)

Dine within the museum at Silks Palace, featuring dishes inspired by museum exhibits, open 11:00am–3:00pm.
TWD500, 1h

2:30pm

Return to hotel and rest

Take some downtime at your hotel in Zhongzheng before evening activities.
Free, 2h

5:00pm

Shilin Night Market

Experience Taipei's largest night market with diverse street food and entertainment for children. Night markets typically start from 5:00pm to midnight.
Variable, 3h

8:30pm

Snack dinner at Shilin

Try kid-friendly snacks such as fried chicken and bubble tea at the night market.
TWD250, 1h30m
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Day 4: Zoo and Gondola Ride

Taipei, Taiwan on May 28, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at hotel or nearby cafe

Enjoy a convenient breakfast option before traveling out to Wenshan District.
TWD200, 1h

9:30am

Taipei Zoo

Spend the morning at one of Asia’s largest zoos, great for children to see pandas, koalas, and native Taiwanese animals. Open 9:00am–5:00pm.
TWD60, 3h

12:30pm

Lunch at Zoo Cafe

Casual dining within Taipei Zoo, with kid-friendly options.
TWD250, 1h

1:45pm

Maokong Gondola Ride

Take the cable car from the zoo up to Maokong for scenic views and tea plantations. Open 9:00am–9:00pm.
TWD120, 1h30m

3:30pm

Tea tasting and snack at Maokong

Enjoy local tea and snacks at a family-friendly teahouse with views.
TWD300, 1h

5:00pm

Return to Zhongzheng District

Travel back to hotel to relax and freshen up.
Free, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Songshan Cultural and Creative Park Food Market

Casual, creative food court with a variety of dishes perfect for families, open until 9:30pm.
TWD350, 1h30m
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Day 5: Leisure and Departure

Taipei, Taiwan on May 29, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Fuhang Soy Milk

Famous Taiwanese breakfast spot offering fresh soy milk and rice rolls; try to arrive early as it opens 5:30am and can be busy.
TWD100, 1h

9:30am

Daan Forest Park

Relax with a morning walk or playground time for your child at this large urban park.
Free, 1h30m

11:00am

Shopping at Breeze Center, Daan District

Browse shops and have a casual early lunch or coffee at this family-friendly mall before heading to your hotel.
Variable, 1h30m

12:30pm

Lunch at Thai Town Cuisine, Breeze Center

Enjoy vibrant and flavorful Thai food with options suitable for children.
TWD350, 1h

2:00pm

Return to hotel and prepare for departure

Relax and pack up before heading to your next destination or airport.
Free, Flexible
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