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Free Cancellation
June 19100% refund
June 20No refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Group Tour (EN, CN)
2 Adults x $85.00
$170.00
Approx Total
$170.00
Tour Type: Enjoy a join-in tour and meet people of all ages from different countries. (fixed meeting point)
Private Tour (EN, CN, VN)
2 Adults x $475.00
$950.00
Approx Total
$950.00
Tour Type: Enjoy this day tour with your own private guide, and pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in downtown Taipei City.
Inclusions / Exclusions
Mobile ticket
Offered in: Vietnamese, Japanese, English
Local General Liabilities Insurance
Professional licensed tour guide
Entrance ticket (National Palace Museum)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off (if private option selected)
Bottled water
Taipei 101 Observatory ticket
Gratuities
Food and drink
Overview
Planning on your first trip to Taipei but don’t know where to start? Book this classic Taipei day tour to explore the city’s iconic historic landmarks and the modern tourist spots.
On this tour, you will visit the world-renowned National Palace Museum that houses the largest collection of ancient Chinese artifacts in the world, where the exquisite art pieces will blow your mind; Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, a prominent monument that symbolizes a significant period of Taiwan's history; Lungshan Temple that represents the local religious beliefs and practices; and the famous skyscraper, Taipei 101, that showcases the modern technology and globalization of the city. Of course, there are more to discover that you will just need come to find out.
This guided tour unveils the past, present and future of Taipei City. With the help of your tour guide, you will learn more about each attraction that you visit during the tour, and discover the city from a different perspective.
Meeting points
Group Tour: Exit 2, MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station (BL14 /O07).
Please take the escalator to the ground level, your tour guide will be waiting for you near the exit with the tour operator's logo flag (EDISON TOURS).
Private Tour: Complimentary Downtown Taipei City Hotel Pick-up
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Itinerary
National Palace Museum
Meet your tour guide at MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station, then hit the road and take a short ride to the first stop of your full day tour in Taipei: National Palace Museum, which is also one of the world’s largest museums.
With a collection of nearly 700,000 pieces of ancient Chinese artifacts and artworks, the museum showcases 8,000 years of Chinese art history spanning multiple dynasties. Two of the most famous artworks on display are “the Jadeite Cabbage” and “the Meat-Shaped Stone”, which are the must-sees in National Palace Museum.
1 hour 30 minutes
Dihua Street
After the museum, your tour continues with a visit to Dadaocheng, a nostalgic area where tradition and modernity meets. The retro cafes and stores in the streets and alleys enhance the nostalgic atmosphere, making this place become a popular destination for hipsters.
The heart of Dadaocheng is Dihua Street, once the most prosperous place in Taipei more than a hundred years ago. Even now, it is still a popular spot to shop for dried goods and herbal medicines. Every year, the Chinese New Year Street Bazaar takes place in Dihua Street, and is always crowed with people getting ready for the coming new year.
Today, the streets and alleys are lined with traditional shops, alongside with chic cafés and mini art galleries housed in the in well-preserved historical buildings, giving off a vintage vibe.
1 hour 40 minutes
Yongle Textile Market (Pass By)
We will walk by Yongle Market, Taipei's largest textile market. At your free time, you can explore endless array of materials, from traditional Taiwanese prints to imported Japanese designs.
Taipei Xia Hai City God Temple
Located in the historic Dadaocheng, Taipei Xiahai City God Temple is a centuries-old temple dedicated to the City God. It is a must-visit spot for those seeking blessings and cultural experiences. The most famous deity is Yue Lao, the Chinese matchmaker god, who is believed to help singles find love. The temple also hosts various cultural events and festivals throughout the year, offering a glimpse into traditional Taiwanese culture.
20 minutes
North Gate
The part of the historical theme of the tour continues with a visit to Taipei City Wall-North Gate (Cheng’en Gate). This grand and impressive fortress gate is one of the five historic city gates in Taipei built in Qing Dynasty, along with the East Gate (Jingfu Gate), West Gate (Baocheng Gate), South Gate (Lizheng Gate) and Lesser South Gate (Chongxi Gate).
20 minutes
Ximending
By walking through the significant historic sites in Taipei, believe you have a good understanding of the city’s history and development. Your next stop will present to you the modernity and diversity of Taipei City.
Head off to Ximending Commercial District, one of the busiest shopping areas in Taipei, where packed with retail shops, restaurants, bars and street performers. This place is very popular among young people, so it is also known as the Taipei version of Tokyo's Harajuku’s Takeshita Street. (lunch on your own arrangement)
1 hour 40 minutes
Longshan Temple
After having lunch in Ximending, you will visit Lungshan Temple to experience Taiwan’s religious practice, where the local people go to pray for good luck or find inner peace.
The temple was built in 1738 and dedicated to Guanyin (the Goddess of Mercy). The temple was severely damaged during Taipei Air Raid, but the statue of Guanyin survived the raid.
Besides the Goddess of Mercy, the temple devotes Yue Lao (the Matchmaker God), Wenchang Dijun (the God of Literature), Songzi Niangniang (the maiden who brings children) and many more. You can pray for yourself and your family, and even try asking the gods for advice by tossing divination blocks.
50 minutes
Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall
You will head off to Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, an impressive monument in memory of the late President Chiang Kai-shek. Here the changing of the guard ceremony takes place every hour on the hour from 09:00 in the main hall.
30 minutes
Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall Park
In addition to the majestic main hall of the memorial, the exquisite Chinese garden around the building and the vast plaza are also worth taking a look. If you come here in the early morning, you can see some people doing Qigong there.
20 minutes
Taipei 101
The last stop of your tour is Taipei 101 Mall, the fashion lovers’ paradise, which is located in the eastern side of Taipei. The mall houses hundreds of fashionable stores and restaurants, along with a food court and a supermarket. From luxury brands to fast fashion retailers, from Michelin star restaurants to cheap eats, you can always find something for your there.
The famous skyscraper, Taipei 101, stands right next to the mall. It was once the tallest building in the world that reaches a height of 508 meters, towering over the skyline of Taipei. The building has 101 stories, with an observatory deck on the 89th floor, where the visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of Taipei City. Not only that, it has one of the top 3 fastest elevators in the world; from the 5th to the 89th floor, it only takes 37 seconds.
At the end of the tour, you may choose to disembark at MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station (arrive around 17:10) or Raohe Street Tourist Night Market (arrive around 17:00).
1 hour 30 minutes
Raohe Street Night Market (Pass By)
On the way back to our meeting point, you can choose to be dropped off at Raohe Street Night Market.
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Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair users need to bring their own folding wheelchairs, the vehicle is not able to accommodate power chairs.
Ensure you carry enough cash with you to cover your expenses for meals, beverages, souvenirs, tips, etc. Convenience stores and most of the eateries in Taiwan don't accept credit cards as a form of payment.
Free Cancellation
June 19100% refund
June 20No refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Way to see Taipei in one day!
Published on Feb, 2025
This is the best way to see Taipei in one day and hit all the scenic attractions and experience the city's history and culture. Our tour was made very informative and interesting due to our excellent tour guide Kevin. He was just 2 months on the job but he seemed to be doing this for many years! I would highly recommend this tour!
A tiring but interesting day in Taipei.
Published on Feb, 2025
Joy managed to tailor the day to our specific needs, as my wife had hurt her knee and had limited ability to climb stairs or walk too far. Her knowledge of the National Palace Museum was excellent as otherwise we would not have known where to start in a place where we had 1 hour and you could have spent days, as there is so much to see. She was able to ensure that we could eat at a vegetarian restaurant for lunch. In the afternoon she took us to both a temple and the Chang Kai Shek memorial. She even gave us clear instructions on how best to get back to our hotel at the end of the tour. Many thanks Joy.
See Taipei in one day!
Published on Jan, 2025
This was a great way to see all of Taipei’s highlights in one day. David is an excellent guide!highly recommended this tour.
Vincent is king
Published on Jan, 2025
Great trip, with the wonderful Vincent. He took the time to adjust the trip to Sue Tower specific needs and was a mind of useful information.
Nice guide but had...
Published on Jan, 2025
Nice guide but had terrible cough and cold. He should have not worked. I am quite worrried about catching it. The pick up spot is way too hard to find. An mrt station with a certain exit. Had about 7 exits and had 2 second exits. Everyone complained about it.
Being dropped for lunch in area that did not appeal to western tastes.
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