Taipei Holidays

Taiwan's vibrant capital city nestled among mountains, Taipei is a warm and friendly metropolis and the best place to see the country’s fascinating Chinese culture fused with Japanese, Southeast Asian and American influences.

Taipei is one of the world’s most densely populated cities; at street level you’ll find plenty to explore – old traditional houses side by side with those built in the 1940s when the population boomed, alongside gleaming modern skyscrapers. Among them are dotted busy temples, lively markets, excellent shopping and incredible food options. For those in search of cultural connection, the National Palace Museum is not to be missed, a hallowed institution that is home to the world’s largest collection of Chinese Imperial artefacts, as well as the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall for a glimpse of more recent history. For a panoramic overview of the city, ascend to the heady heights of Taipei 101 while Longshan Temple offers an introduction to Taiwan’s religious traditions.  

You’ll need fuel for all that exploring – Taipei’s food scene is spectacular. The very best of the country’s cuisine can be found here, so try as many restaurant, tea houses and street food as you can to sample bubble tea, beef noodle soup, xiao long bao and Taiwanese fried chicken, among much more.