5-Day Taipei Adventure: A Comprehensive Cultural and Culinary Journey

Day 1: Arrival & Exploration

Taipei, Taiwan on July 20, 2025

3:00pm

Check-in and freshen up

Arrive in Taipei, check into your hotel, and get ready to explore the city.
TWD0, 1h0m

4:00pm

Ximending Shopping District

Explore Taipei's bustling Ximending area, known as the Harajuku of Taipei. Enjoy street performances and trendy shops in this vibrant pedestrian zone.
TWD0, 2h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Ay Chung Flour-Rice Noodle

Enjoy a quick and delicious bowl of Taiwanese rice noodles, famous for its savory broth and chewy noodles, open until 10pm.
TWD100, 0h30m
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Day 2: Northern Taipei Culture

Taipei, Taiwan on July 21, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Yonghe Soy Milk King

Savor traditional Taiwanese breakfast items such as soy milk, fried dough sticks, and egg pancakes to start the day.
TWD150, 1h0m

9:30am

National Palace Museum

Visit the National Palace Museum to see an extensive collection of Chinese imperial artifacts and artworks, open from 9am to 5pm.
TWD350, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Silks Palace Museum Restaurant

Dine at the museum's restaurant featuring dishes inspired by artworks inside the museum, offering a unique culinary experience.
TWD700, 1h0m

2:00pm

Chiang Kai-Shek Shilin Residence

Explore the peaceful gardens and historic residence of former president Chiang Kai-Shek, open until 5pm.
TWD100, 1h30m

4:00pm

Shilin Night Market

Experience the famous Shilin Night Market for street food tasting, souvenir shopping, and lively atmosphere from 5pm to midnight.
TWD0, 3h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Shilin Night Market

Try classic Taiwanese night market snacks such as fried chicken steak, oyster omelet, and bubble tea.
TWD200, 1h0m
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Day 3: Eastern Taipei Nature & Temples

Taipei, Taiwan on July 22, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Fuhang Soy Milk

Enjoy one of Taipei’s best traditional breakfast options known for freshly steamed buns and savory soy milk.
TWD140, 1h0m

9:00am

Elephant Mountain Hiking Trail

Take a scenic hike offering panoramic views of Taipei 101 and the city's skyline, perfect for morning exercise and photos.
TWD0, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Din Tai Fung Taipei 101 Branch

Savor award-winning xiaolongbao (soup dumplings) and other Taiwanese delicacies at this internationally acclaimed restaurant.
TWD600, 1h0m

2:00pm

Taipei 101 Observatory

Visit the observatory atop Taipei 101, one of the tallest buildings in the world, open 9am to 10pm, offering breathtaking city views.
TWD600, 1h0m

4:00pm

Longshan Temple

Explore historic Longshan Temple, a stunning example of Taiwanese temple architecture built in the 18th century, open until 9pm.
TWD0, 1h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Raohe Night Market

Delight in Raohe Street Night Market’s famous pepper buns and other Taiwanese street specialties starting at 5pm.
TWD200, 2h0m
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Day 4: Southern Taipei & Night Markets

Taipei, Taiwan on July 23, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at The Diner Taipei

Enjoy an all-day breakfast menu with western-style options for a hearty start to the day.
TWD300, 1h0m

9:30am

Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall

Visit this grand memorial hall dedicated to the founder of the Republic of China, with exhibitions and beautiful gardens, open 9am to 6pm.
TWD0, 1h30m

11:30am

Songshan Cultural and Creative Park

Explore Taipei’s creative arts district featuring galleries, shops, and cafes in a converted tobacco factory.
TWD0, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Wright’s Dairy

Enjoy a casual and fresh lunch focused on dairy specialties and sandwiches in a hip atmosphere.
TWD300, 1h0m

3:00pm

Taipei Botanical Garden

Relax and explore diverse plant species in this serene city garden, open daily until 5pm.
TWD0, 1h0m

5:00pm

Dinner & Explore Tonghua Night Market

Have a diverse street food dinner at this less touristy but beloved local night market from 5pm until midnight.
TWD250, 3h0m
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Day 5: Relax & Departure

Taipei, Taiwan on July 24, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at hotel or nearby cafe

Start your day with a light breakfast at your hotel or a nearby cafe to prepare for a relaxing day.
TWD0, 1h0m

9:30am

Beitou Hot Springs

Visit Beitou, Taipei’s famous hot spring area, for a soothing soak and visit to the Hot Spring Museum, open 9am-5pm.
TWD150, 3h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Mill Top Restaurant, Beitou

Enjoy a traditional Taiwanese lunch offering fresh ingredients and local flavors near the hot springs.
TWD400, 1h0m

3:00pm

Taipei Fine Arts Museum

Explore Taiwan’s contemporary art scene in this modern museum, open until 5pm.
TWD100, 1h30m

5:00pm

Return to hotel and prepare for departure

Pack up and get ready for your journey home, reflecting on a rich five days in Taipei.
TWD0, 1h0m
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