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National Palace Museum
History Museum
National Palace Museum , Shilin
4.2
Home to an unsurpassed collection of Chinese artifacts and artworks, National Palace Museum preserves nearly 10,000 years of Chinese history
Tours from $17
Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall ©
Monument
Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall , Zhongzheng District
4.3
Surrounded by landscaped gardens and manicured walkways, Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall is dedicated to the country's former president and mil
Taipei 101 ©
Shopping Mall
Taipei 101 , Xinyi District
3.6
An engineering wander constructed to defy cyclones and earthquakes, Taipei 101 held the honor as the tallest building in the world for six ye
Tours from $20
Chiufen (Jiufen Old Street) ©
Flea Market
Chiufen (Jiufen Old Street) , Ruifang
3.8
Stroll through mysterious Chiufen (Jiufen Old Street) lined with rows of red lanterns hanging in front of quaint Chinese teahouses and inns.
Tours from $36
Lungshan Temple ©
Religious Site
Lungshan Temple , Wanhua
4.3
Known by locals as a "meeting place of the gods," Lungshan Temple serves as one of the oldest and most famous temples in Taiwan. Han settlers

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Taiwan

4.2
Landmarks · Flea Markets · Gift & Specialty Shops
A sliver of land just off China's east coastline, Taiwan represents one of the world's most densely populated countries--and one of Asia's most powerful economies. History buffs on a tour of Taiwan will discover ancient artifacts stored at outstanding national museums narrating nearly 10,000 years of Asia's history. Those interested in more active pursuits can organize a Taiwan itinerary around its modern mountain resorts, well-developed beaches, and protected forests sheltering hundreds of species of native plant and animal life. Begin your visit in Taipei, a vibrant capital city with a thriving entertainment scene, relatively inexpensive accommodations, and an eclectic culinary scene. Add Taiwan and other destinations in Taiwan to your travel itinerary using our Taiwan trip planner.

Nature in Taiwan

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Sun Moon Lake ©
Water Body
Sun Moon Lake
Yuchi
4.3
Duration: 4 hours
Yangmingshan National Park ©
National Park
Yangmingshan National Park
Beitou
4.4
Duration: 8 hours
YehLiu Geopark ©
Geologic Formation
YehLiu Geopark
Wanli
4.3
Duration: 3 hours
Alishan National Forest Recreation Area ©
Forest
Alishan National Forest Recreation Area
Alishan
4.5
Duration: 1h 30 min

Hidden gems in Taiwan

Kenting National Park ©
National Park
Kenting National Park
Hengchun
4.4
Duration: 8 hours
Island Life Taiwan Adventures & Experiences ©
Nature / Wildlife Tour
Island Life Taiwan Adventures & Experiences
Hualien City
5.0
Duration: 4 hours
Liuqiu Dive
Scuba / Snorkeling
Liuqiu Dive
Pingtung City
5.0
Duration: 1h 30 min
Hehuan Mountain (Hehuanshan) ©
Mountain
Hehuan Mountain (Hehuanshan)
Ren'ai Township
4.7
Duration: 8 hours

Historic Sites in Taiwan

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Lungshan Temple ©
Religious Site
Lungshan Temple
Wanhua
4.3
Duration: 30 minutes
Chihkan Tower (Fort Provintia)
Historic Walking Area
Chihkan Tower (Fort Provintia)
West Central District
3.8
Duration: 1h 30 min
Fo Guang Shan ©
Religious Site
Fo Guang Shan
Dashu District
4.5
Duration: 4 hours
Anping Fort (Anping gubao) ©
Historic Walking Area
Anping Fort (Anping gubao)
Anping
3.8
Duration: 1h 30 min

Kid-friendly things to do in Taiwan

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Taipei Zoo ©
Zoo
Taipei Zoo
Wenshan
4.2
Duration: 2h 30 min
Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village ©
Theme Park
Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village
Yuchi
4.1
Duration: 8 hours
Chishingtan Scenic Area ©
Beach
Chishingtan Scenic Area
Xincheng
4.3
Duration: 1h 30 min
Leofoo Village Theme Park ©
Theme Park
Leofoo Village Theme Park
Guanxi
4.0
Duration: 8 hours

Trails in Taiwan

Taroko Gorge ©
Hiking Trail
Taroko Gorge
Xiulin
4.6
Duration: 3 hours
Uniquefun
Motorcycle Trail
Uniquefun
Hualien City
5.0
Duration: 4 hours
Guanshan Bicycle Path ©
Biking Trail
Guanshan Bicycle Path
Guanshan
5.0
Duration: 1h 30 min
Shakadang Trail ©
Hiking Trail
Shakadang Trail
Xiulin
4.6
Duration: 1h 30 min

Featured attractions

Taichung Jade Market ©
Flea Market
Taichung Jade Market
Nantun
3.0
Duration: 3 hours
Ximending
Neighborhood
Ximending
Wanhua
3.9
Duration: 2h 30 min
MyTaiwanTour Travel Services ©
Scuba / Snorkeling
MyTaiwanTour Travel Services
Zhongzheng District
4.8
Duration: 2h 30 min
Elephant Mountain (aka Nangang District Hiking Trail) ©
Landmark
Elephant Mountain (aka Nangang District Hiking Trail)
Xinyi District
4.6
Duration: 1 hour

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