- CountryTaiwan
- Best forFood, culture, day trips
- Best timeOctober to April
- CurrencyNew Taiwan dollar
Taipei, officially Taipei City, is the capital and a special municipality of Taiwan. Located in Northern Taiwan, Taipei City is an enclave of the municipality of New Taipei City that sits about 25 kilometres southwest of the northern port city of Keelung. Most of the city rests on the Taipei Basin, an ancient lakebed.Source: Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0
Where to stay in Taipei: hotel tips
Choosing the right neighbourhood matters more than the hotel itself. These are the best areas to base yourself in Taipei:
1
Ximending
Youthful, lively and central
2
Zhongshan
Boutique hotels and cafés
3
Xinyi
Taipei 101 and upmarket
Hotel booking tips
- Book central stays near public transport to save time and taxi fares.
- Choose free-cancellation rates during October to April, the busiest season.
- Check recent reviews for noise, air conditioning and Wi-Fi.
Top landmarks in Taipei
Architecture
Taipei 101
A bamboo-shaped skyscraper with one of the world's fastest elevators.
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Nature
Taroko Gorge
Marble cliffs and turquoise river in Taiwan's most famous national park.
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Getting around
Combine walking, public transport and ride-hailing apps for city sightseeing. For day trips and onward travel, compare trains, buses and ferries, or hire a car where roads are quiet.
