Taipei Travel Guide

Taipei (臺北; Tâi-pak in Taiwanese, Táiběi in Mandarin) is the capital of Taiwan and a major global city. Located in the north of the island, nestled in a basin between the Yangming and Central Mountains, Taipei serves as the financial, cultural, and political heart of Taiwan. The city is a vibrant blend of Chinese heritage infused with strong Japanese and American influences—distinct in character yet refreshingly unhurried by global urban standards. Beyond well-known attractions like Taipei 101 and Ximending, the city offers a rich cultural landscape that includes traditional tea houses, art galleries, bustling night markets, and historical landmarks. Green spaces abound, from inner-city parks to nearby natural areas easily reached by public transit or car. Highly livable and remarkably accessible, Taipei boasts an excellent public transportation system that connects visitors to its diverse neighborhoods as well as tranquil escapes like Maokong. Its dining scene is equally inclusive, ca

TheTaoyuan AirportMRTrail is the fastest travel option fo/from the airport.

Taipei City has a very clean, efficient and safeMass Rapid Transit systemknown most commonly as theMRT, but also calledMetro Taipei(臺北捷運). Fares are between NT$20 and NT$65 for one-way trips around town. It has been widely lauded as one of the most reliable and efficient systems in the world, and is often cited as a gold standard to which Metro systems around the world should aspire to. Stations are clearly identified in English as well as Chinese. All stops are announced in four languages: Mand

Taipei is one of the safest cities you will ever visit, and violent crime is extremely rare. Most people, including female travellers, will not encounter any problems roaming the streets alone at night. However, while not as rampant as in major European cities, pickpockets operate in crowded areas, so you should be vigilant of your belongings, particularly in night markets. Homeless people tend to congregate near Taipei Main Station. While most of them are harmless and will not bother you, you m

Taipei offers an important number of various accommodations ranging from basic dorms to 5-star luxury hotels. See thedistricts articlesto read detailed listings.