• National Palace Museum - Begin the tour by meeting the guide at MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station, followed by a short journey to the first destination of the full-day Taipei tour: the National Palace Museum, renowned as one of the largest museums globally.

With an impressive collection of nearly 700,000 ancient Chinese artifacts and artworks, the museum presents 8,000 years of Chinese art history across various dynasties. Among the most celebrated pieces are “the Jadeite Cabbage” and “the Meat-Shaped Stone,” which are must-see exhibits at the National Palace Museum.

• Dihua Street - Following the museum visit, the tour proceeds to Dadaocheng, a charming area where tradition meets modernity. The retro cafes and shops in the streets and alleys enhance the nostalgic ambiance, making it a trendy spot for visitors.

Dihua Street is the heart of Dadaocheng, once the most bustling area in Taipei over a century ago. Today, it remains a popular place to shop for dried goods and herbal medicines. The annual Chinese New Year Street Bazaar on Dihua Street is always bustling with people preparing for the new year.

Currently, the streets and alleys are lined with traditional shops, alongside chic cafés and mini art galleries housed in well-preserved historical buildings, exuding a vintage charm.

• Beimen - 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 during the Qing Dynasty, along with the East Gate (Jingfu Gate), West Gate (Baocheng Gate), South Gate (Lizheng Gate), and Lesser South Gate (Chongxi Gate).
• Ximending - After exploring significant historic sites in Taipei, the tour offers a glimpse into the city’s modernity and diversity.

Proceed to Ximending Commercial District, one of Taipei’s busiest shopping areas, filled with retail shops, restaurants, bars, and street performers. This area is very popular among young people and is often compared to Tokyo’s Harajuku’s Takeshita Street. (lunch on your own arrangement)

• Longshan Temple - After lunch in Ximending, visit Lungshan Temple to experience Taiwan’s religious practices, where locals pray for good luck or seek inner peace.

Built in 1738 and dedicated to Guanyin (the Goddess of Mercy), the temple was severely damaged during the Taipei Air Raid, but the statue of Guanyin survived.

In addition to the Goddess of Mercy, the temple honors Yue Lao (the Matchmaker God), Wenchang Dijun (the God of Literature), Songzi Niangniang (the maiden who brings children), and many more. Visitors can pray for themselves and their families and even seek guidance from the gods by tossing divination blocks.

• Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall - The tour continues to Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, a magnificent monument honoring the late President Chiang Kai-shek. The changing of the guard ceremony occurs every hour on the hour from 09:00 in the main hall.

Besides the grand main hall, the beautiful Chinese garden surrounding the building and the expansive plaza are also worth exploring. Early morning visitors might witness people practicing Qigong.

• Taipei 101 - The final stop of the tour is Taipei 101 Mall, a paradise for fashion enthusiasts, located on the eastern side of Taipei. The mall features hundreds of stylish stores and restaurants, along with a food court and a supermarket. From luxury brands to fast fashion retailers, and from Michelin-starred restaurants to affordable eats, there is something for everyone.

The iconic skyscraper, Taipei 101, stands adjacent to the mall. Once the tallest building in the world, it reaches a height of 508 meters, dominating Taipei’s skyline. The building has 101 stories, with an observatory deck on the 89th floor, offering visitors a panoramic view of Taipei City. Additionally, it boasts one of the top 3 fastest elevators globally; it takes just 37 seconds to travel from the 5th to the 89th floor.

At the end of the tour, guests can choose to disembark at MRT Zhongxiao Xinsheng Station (arriving around 17:10) or Raohe Street Tourist Night Market (arriving around 17:00).

• Local General Liabilities Insurance
• Professional licensed tour guide
• Entrance ticket to National Palace Museum
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (if private option selected)

• Bottled water
• Taipei 101 Observatory ticket
• Gratuities
• Food and drink

Planning your maiden voyage to Taipei and unsure where to begin? Schedule this quintessential Taipei one-day expedition to traverse the city’s significant historic sites and contemporary tourist locations.

On this journey, you’ll explore the globally acclaimed National Palace Museum, home to the greatest assembly of ancient Chinese relics, where the remarkable artefacts will captivate you. You’ll visit Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, an eminent monument epitomizing an important era of Taiwan’s past; the Lungshan Temple that encapsulates local spiritual customs; and renown high-rise, Taipei 101, representing the city’s advanced technology and its progression towards globalization. Of course, there’s much more to uncover which you’ll need to come see for yourself.

This narrated exploration reveals Taipei City’s yesteryears, the present moment, and the path ahead. With the assistance of your guide, you will gain deeper insight into each landmark during the journey and observe the city from an unusual viewpoint.

• Wheelchair users need to bring their own folding wheelchairs, the vehicle is not able to accommodate power chairs.
• Each guest is allowed to bring one piece of carry-on baggage.
• If the group size is less than 7 people, your tour guide might also serve as the driver (driver-guide).
• 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.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.