Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport 36 min
Shi-men Ting (8 min) Bustling neighborhood with many of the city's most exclusive stores as well as bars & restaurants. Shi Lin Night Market (20 min) Busy, well-known night market with a large array of vendors selling street food, clothes & jewelry. Lungshan Temple (8 min) This well-known temple originally built in the 1700s honors both Buddhist & Taoist deities. National Palace Museum (22 min) Bustling museum featuring one of the largest collections of Chinese art & artifacts in the world. National Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall (11 min) Celebrated memorial hall with history exhibits surrounded by a large park with fish ponds & gardens. Presidential Office Building (7 min) Baroque-style building & home to the President's office, completed in 1919 during Japanese rule. 2/28 Peace Park (7 min) Tranquil park with paths & pavilions, plus monuments & a museum dedicated to the 228 Massacre. Xiangshan, Taipei (21 min) This mountain features a 1.5-km-long trail to the summit with viewing platforms for photographers. National Taiwan Museum (6 min) Venerable national museum with a variety of exhibits, including history & natural history. Huaxi Street Night Market (9 min) Hub of retail & food stalls known for an array of unique local eats, including snake delicacies. Huashan 1914 Creative Park (7 min) Cultural hub in an old sake winery featuring shops & showcasing local art, film, crafts & events. Taipei 101 (18 min) Towering, 106-floor modern skyscraper with light effects, shopping, dining & an observation deck. Liberty Square (7 min) Iconic plaza, home to the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, National Theater & National Concert Hall. The Red House (10 min) Built in 1908, this landmark 8-sided structure features exhibits, a teahouse, markets & theaters. National Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Memorial Hall (13 min) Multi-use structure built in 1972 to honor Sun Yat-sen, providing cultural & educational programs. |