Taipei is home to delicious street food and pineapple cakes. But there is a lot more to Taipei than meets the eye. It is a city with a very rich cultural heritage and almost every building in Taipei has a story to tell. A good blend of a traveler’s day would be to visit these places of interest and when the traveling and the walking get tiresome, take a break and visit a street food market nearby. You will be pleased to know that there are many tours that bring you the sights and sounds of Taipei that are often missed by tourists. It is now time that these unexplored gems be seen and discovered. Here is our list of the top day tours in Taipei, Taiwan.
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1. Book a local guide to show you around Taipei
Book a local guide to give you a personalized tour of the places you would like to visit when you are in Taipei. Having a local to show you around the city is a great advantage. Discover hidden alleys, local food joints, and the shopping centers of Taipei. Have your guide paint a discerning picture of Taipei and discover hidden gems and unexplored places of interest.
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2. A scenic day tour around renowned attractions
If you don’t share a love for history or like visiting museums of any sort, this tour is definitely tailor-made for you. This tour will bring you through the Yehliu Geopark, Jiufen, and Shifen, where the majestic waterfalls greet you as you enter and make your way through the parks. Marvel at the sight of the Shifen waterfall and remember to snap a picture or two at the suspension bridge.
3. Ideal tour if one day is all you have in Taipei
This tour is custom made for tourists who only have a day to spare in the city. This tour will bring you to various landmarks across Taipei, such as the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, the Martyr’s Shrine and the Dalongdong Baoan temple. These attractions are not often visited and are considered as the hidden gems of Taipei. Be sure to enjoy every moment of your time in Taipei.
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4. Riding your way through Taipei on a motorbike
If the idea of using various modes of transportation appeals to you while traveling and if you think that the bicycle is not enough to give you that heady adrenaline rush, you could try riding a motorbike instead. With the motorbike, you could travel to less crowded areas and journey to nearby towns through scenic roads. This tour offers a choice of four different routes on which to travel.
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5. Pack your day full with all the sights of Taipei
If you only have two days in a culturally rich place like Taipei, this is the tour that you should go on. It is a full-day tour which brings you to sightseeing spots such as the Longshan temple, Taipei 10, which is one of the world’s tallest skyscrapers, the Chiang Kai Shek memorial hall, and the Yang Ming Shan park which gives a scenic view of the mountains. A tour in Taipei is complete if it doesn’t bring you to any of the night food markets. During this tour, you will visit the famous Shilin Night Market. Try the bubble tea available at the market, for it’s the rage now! You will also find a few Michelin-worthy stalls at the market as well.
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6. For those who have not tried Din Tai Fung
Do not leave Taipei without sampling the famous dumpling “Xiao Long Bao”. Visit Din Tai Fung and order the original dim sum. You will surely savor its delicious taste. The tour also visits the Taipei 101 and includes a one-of-a-kind hot spring experience. Taipei 101 is one of the tallest buildings in the world and you can view amazing vistas of the surrounding area from the lookout point.
7. Quench your cultural thirst on a Taiwanese tea tour
Taiwan has been blessed with rolling green hills ideal for tea plantation and cultivation. It’s no wonder that tea is the staple drink in Taipei. This tour brings you to these tea plantations and museums so you could better understand the place of tea in the diet of the Taiwanese people. You will also visit Shihding Old Street and while there do taste the famous, or should I say infamous, Stinky Chinese Tofu!
8. This tour is for the foodie in you
As you try to hunt down the best pineapple cakes in Taipei, you might want to consider making some for yourself! Take part in a pastry-making class at the Kuo Yuan Ye Museum of Cake and Pastry. Lunch at the popular Manlai Hot Spring Ramen and savor different kinds of ramen soup. End the tour at the Beitou Hot Spring Museum and learn about the customs and traditions governing hot spring bathing.
9. Experiencing the city through a cruise excursion
Discover Taipei via a cruise expedition. The itinerary also includes a visit to the National Palace Museum and the Longshan temple. The National Palace Museum is the custodian of many priceless Chinese artifacts. You will be amazed at their design and workmanship. Later, relish the aromatic beef noodle soup served at a local restaurant. After your excursion, you will be returned to Keelung port to board your cruise ship and continue onwards on your journey.
10. Experience the sights and sounds of Taipei through these unusual modes of transportation
Have you ever thought of touring a new city on a bike? Wait no longer and book this unique tour. You will be able to explore Taipei via different modes of transport - a bike, by the metro and on foot. Biking through different places of interest can bring about a different perspective on the city. The tour also has the added option of visiting the Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Hall, the Songshan Cultural and Creative Park and Taipei 101. The tour group size is kept small and participants are accompanied by an experienced guide.
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Discover Taipei in more ways than one
Visit Taipei and enjoy its hidden gems. Explore ancient monuments, marvel at the workmanship of ancient Chinese artifacts, sip a bubble tea and shop at vibrant night markets. Taipei is a true wonder and it’s calling out to you!
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