5-Day Taipei Itinerary with Ximen Base: Cultural, Culinary & Relaxing Highlights

Day 1: Arrival & Ximen Intro

Taipei, Taiwan on July 20, 2025

3:00pm

Check-in at Backpackers Hostel Ximen

Arrive at your cozy accommodation located in Taipei’s bustling Ximen neighborhood and settle in.
TWD0, 1h0m

4:00pm

Explore Ximending Shopping District

Discover the lively streets around your hostel with trendy shops, street art, and local snacks.
TWD0, 2h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Ay Chung Flour-Rice Noodle

Enjoy their famous Taiwanese rice noodles next to the hostel, offering a quick and tasty introduction to local flavors.
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

Start your day near Ximen with a traditional Taiwanese breakfast featuring soy milk and freshly made pancakes.
TWD150, 1h0m

9:30am

National Palace Museum

Explore Chinese cultural treasures and imperial artifacts at this world-renowned museum, open 9am-5pm.
TWD350, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Silks Palace

Dine on artfully presented museum-inspired dishes just steps from the National Palace Museum.
TWD700, 1h0m

2:00pm

Chiang Kai-Shek Shilin Residence

Stroll serene gardens and historical home of pivotal Taiwanese leader, open until 5pm.
TWD100, 1h30m

4:00pm

Return to Ximen for rest

Head back to your hostel to relax and freshen up.
TWD0, 1h0m

5:30pm

Shilin Night Market visit

Explore Taipei’s largest night market with countless street food options and shopping until midnight.
TWD0, 3h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Shilin Night Market

Sample iconic snacks like fried chicken steak and bubble tea for dinner at the market.
TWD200, 1h0m
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Day 3: Eastern Taipei & Landmarks

Taipei, Taiwan on July 22, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Fuhang Soy Milk

Enjoy legendary Taiwanese breakfast buns and warm soy milk nearby before heading out.
TWD140, 1h0m

9:00am

Elephant Mountain Hiking Trail

Hike this popular trail for stunning views of Taipei 101 and the downtown skyline.
TWD0, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Din Tai Fung Taipei 101

Enjoy world-class soup dumplings and Taiwanese cuisine at this iconic restaurant inside Taipei 101.
TWD600, 1h0m

2:00pm

Taipei 101 Observatory

Visit the famous observatory to take in panoramic city views; open from 9am to 10pm.
TWD600, 1h0m

4:00pm

Longshan Temple

Visit this beautifully preserved temple in the Wanhua district, open until 9pm.
TWD0, 1h0m

6:30pm

Dinner at Raohe Night Market

Taste famous pepper buns and other Taiwanese street food at this authentic night market starting from 5pm.
TWD200, 2h0m
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Day 4: Southern Taipei & Nightlife

Taipei, Taiwan on July 23, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at The Diner Taipei

Enjoy hearty western-style breakfast near Ximen to fuel your day.
TWD300, 1h0m

9:30am

Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall

Explore this landmark memorial and its beautiful surrounding gardens, open 9am-6pm.
TWD0, 1h30m

11:30am

Songshan Cultural and Creative Park

Discover local art and creativity housed in a trendy renovated tobacco factory area.
TWD0, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Wright’s Dairy

Savor fresh sandwiches and dairy-based treats in a hip setting, ideal for light lunch.
TWD300, 1h0m

3:00pm

Taipei Botanical Garden

Relax amid a wide variety of plants and flowers in this peaceful urban garden, open until 5pm.
TWD0, 1h0m

5:00pm

Tonghua Night Market Dinner

Enjoy dinner sampling local street foods at this beloved, lesser touristy night market from 5pm onward.
TWD250, 3h0m
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Day 5: Beitou Hot Springs & Art

Taipei, Taiwan on July 24, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast near hostel

Grab a quick and light breakfast near Backpackers Hostel Ximen.
TWD100, 1h0m

9:30am

Beitou Hot Springs and Museum

Relax in public hot springs and visit the Beitou Hot Spring Museum, open 9am-5pm.
TWD150, 3h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Mill Top Restaurant

Enjoy Taiwanese specialties near the hot springs area in a cozy atmosphere.
TWD400, 1h0m

3:00pm

Taipei Fine Arts Museum

Experience Taiwan's contemporary art scene at this dynamic museum, open until 5pm.
TWD100, 1h30m

5:00pm

Return to Ximen and pack

Head back to Backpackers Hostel Ximen to relax and pack for early departure the next day.
TWD0, 2h0m

7:30pm

Casual dinner near Ximen

Enjoy a final casual dinner at a local eatery near your hostel to savor one last taste of Taipei.
TWD200, 1h0m
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Day 6: Departure

Taipei, Taiwan on July 25, 2025

6:30am

Early breakfast and check-out

Have a light early breakfast and check out from Backpackers Hostel Ximen to head to the airport for your 10am departure.
TWD0, 2h0m
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