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City guide · Taiwan

Taipei

Night markets, mountain temples, and the best dumplings.

See the year in Taipei ↓

Night markets · Temples · Hot springs · Tea culture

When to visit.

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What to see

Start with the sights.

01What to seeSun Yat-sen Memorial Hall (Taipei)Explore →
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Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall (Taipei)

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The National Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall is located in Xinyi District, Taipei, Taiwan.

02What to seeTaipei Grand MosqueExplore →
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Taipei Grand Mosque

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The Taipei Grand Mosque, abbreviated as TGM, and also known as the Taipei Zheng He Mosque is a mosque located in the Da'an District of Taipei City, in Taiwan.

03What to seeTaipei ZooExplore →
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Taipei Zoo

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The Taipei Zoo, sometimes referred to as the Muzha Zoo, is a public zoological garden in Wenshan District, Taipei, Taiwan.

04What to seeChiang Kai-shek Memorial HallExplore →
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Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall

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The Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall is a national monument and tourist attraction erected during Taiwan’s martial law period in memory of Chiang Kai-shek, former President of the Republic of China.

05What to seeShin Kong Life TowerExplore →
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Shin Kong Life Tower

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Shin Kong Life Tower, at 51 stories and a height of 245 meters (803.8 ft), is one of Taiwan's earliest skyscrapers.

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Month by month

Taipei, month by month.

What to plan a trip around, month by month.

February in Taipei

What’s on in Taipei in February. Typical daytime highs around 70°F (21°C).

March in Taipei

What’s on in Taipei in March. One of the best months to visit Taipei. Typical daytime highs around 75°F (24°C).

April in Taipei

What’s on in Taipei in April. One of the best months to visit Taipei. Typical daytime highs around 79°F (26°C).

May in Taipei

What’s on in Taipei in May. Typical daytime highs around 84°F (29°C).

June in Taipei

What’s on in Taipei in June. Typical daytime highs around 90°F (32°C).

July in Taipei

What’s on in Taipei in July. Typical daytime highs around 93°F (34°C).

August in Taipei

What’s on in Taipei in August. Typical daytime highs around 91°F (33°C).

September in Taipei

What’s on in Taipei in September. Typical daytime highs around 88°F (31°C).

October in Taipei

Taipei in October. One of the best months to visit Taipei. Typical daytime highs around 81°F (27°C).

November in Taipei

Taipei in November. One of the best months to visit Taipei. Typical daytime highs around 77°F (25°C).

Make a plan

Before you go.

Transport, fares & local advice

Getting there

Fly into Taoyuan International (TPE).

Know before you go

  • Graze the Shilin and Raohe night markets after dark.
  • Ride the metro to Beitou for hot springs.
  • Din Tai Fung was born here, and the original still delivers.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Taipei?

The best time to visit Taipei is Mar–Apr & Oct–Nov, in Taiwan.

Where is Taipei?

Taipei is in Taiwan. The nearest major airport is Taoyuan International (TPE).

What is Taipei known for?

Night markets, mountain temples, and the best dumplings.

Taipei: Taipei 101 and towers across the river on a clear blue day
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Taipei 101 and towers across the river on a clear blue day