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The Ultimate Travel Guide to Pingxi and Shifen 平溪懶人包

Byforeignersintw April 20, 2026April 21, 2026

Pingxi District of New Taipei has some of the most popular attractions in Northern Taiwan. With a total of 7 stations along the Pingxi Railway Line (plus 2 if you count Ruifang and Houtong), there are endless places to explore, eat, hike, and enjoy Taiwan’s history, culture, and natural beauty all in one place. 🏯…

Ultimate Taroko National Park Travel Guide, Explore the Deepest Marble Gorge on Earth 太魯閣國家公園懶人包

Byforeignersintw April 15, 2026April 15, 2026

If you only have a few days in Taiwan and you want to go somewhere outside of Taipei, you should definitely go to Taroko National Park. On an island full of mountains, rainforests, beaches, and abounding natural beauty, Taroko might just take the top spot as the most beautiful scenic area in Taiwan. Taroko National…

Taroko Gorge Travel Guide (太魯閣), Taiwan’s Most Breathtaking Geological Feature

Byforeignersintw April 15, 2026April 15, 2026

If you only have a few days in Taiwan and you want to go somewhere outside of Taipei, you should definitely go to Taroko Gorge. On an island full of mountains, rainforests, beaches, and abounding natural beauty, Taroko Gorge might just take the top spot as the most beautiful scenic area in Taiwan. Taroko National…

Huashan 1914 Creative Park 華山1914文化創意產業園區

Byforeignersintw March 21, 2026March 21, 2026

Huashan 1914 Creative Park is a former industrial area in Taipei dating back to 1914 that used to produce wine and camphor, and is now an art and exhibition space. Here you can find lots of historical buildings, harking back to the industrial era of Taipei City. Now you can find endless art shows and…

Taipei Museum Guide, Discover the Best Museums in Taipei 臺北博物館指南

Byforeignersintw March 20, 2026March 21, 2026

Taipei is full of some of the best museums in Taiwan. Besides the National Palace Museum, there are dozens of museums in Taipei that can provide you with deeper insights into Taiwan’s unique history and culture. Hopefully, this list will give you some more ideas on where to visit during your next trip to Taipei. Depending…

Sanzhi Night Market 三芝夜市

Byforeignersintw March 19, 2026March 19, 2026

Sanzhi Night Market is a small night market in the Sanzhi District of New Taipei that is only open two nights a week. This place is far away from public transportation, so you will likely only see locals, no foreigners or tourists, making it a truly authentic night market experience. 🏯 Planning your trip to…

Children and Family Activities | Food | New Taipei | Night Markets | Restaurants

Sanhe Night Market 三和夜市

Byforeignersintw March 19, 2026March 19, 2026

Sanhe Night Market is a large night market in Sanchong District of New Taipei that you should visit. This place is huge. The night market stretches down an alley for nearly a kilometer, offering endless snacking and shopping options for visitors. 🏯 Planning your trip to Taipei? 🏮 Here are some top travel tips for…

Taiwan National Railway Museum 國家鐵道博物館

Byforeignersintw March 18, 2026March 21, 2026

Taiwan’s National Railway Museum, also known as the Taipei Railway Workshop, is an amazing view into the historical railways of Taiwan, as well as historical buildings, railway cars, maintenance techniques, and the people who worked here in the past. Here you can get an in-depth experience of what it was like to work for Taiwan’s…

New Taipei Art Museum 新北市美術館

Byforeignersintw March 16, 2026March 21, 2026

The New Taipei Art Museum in Yingge features a very large exhibition space, outdoor exhibition spaces, and park area near the Dahan River. The main building features a metal reed-like outside appearance, and nearby is a giant ceramic tower in the shape of a pot. Opening in 2025, it is connected to nearby bike trails,…

National Taiwan Craft Research Institute (NTCRI) Taipei Branch 台北當代工藝設計分館

Byforeignersintw March 16, 2026March 21, 2026

The National Taiwan Craft Research Institute (NTCRI) Taipei Branch 台北當代工藝設計分館 is a free museum that features modern craftmanship in Taiwan, and is meant to inspire the next generation of craftspeople in Taiwan. It is also housed in a beautiful round building reflecting Chinese architecture of the central China plains. It is definitely worth a stop…

Taiwan National Museum of History 國立歷史博物館

Byforeignersintw March 15, 2026March 21, 2026

Taiwan’s National Museum of History in Wanhua District was built over a former Japanese guest house and was later expanded to its current size to include six floors. It was also recently renovated, including a large exhibit on the historical significance of the building itself, but it also includes many artifacts and art exhibits. 🏯…

Beitou | Children and Family Activities | Hot Springs | Swimming | Taipei

Emperor Hot Spring Spa (Huangchi) 皇池溫泉御膳館

Byforeignersintw March 14, 2026March 20, 2026

Emperor Hot Spring Spa, also known as Huangchi (皇池溫泉御膳館), is a popular spa area in the Beitou Hot Spring area of Taipei. This place is an excellent area to experience Beitou’s hot springs because there is free parking, reasonable prices, and you can use your entrance ticket to offset a meal at the restaurant. Here…

Children and Family Activities | Food | Taipei

Modern Toilet 便所主題餐廳

Byforeignersintw February 16, 2026February 16, 2026

Modern Toilet is a popular bathroom themed restaraunt in Taipei City. Here you can get chocolate ice cream in a toilet-shaped bowl, but also enjoy lots of other good food on the menu. Is it worth visiting? Check out this blog to find out. 🏯 Planning your trip to Taipei? 🏮 Here are some top…

Taishan Doll Museum 泰山娃娃產業文化館

Byforeignersintw February 12, 2026February 12, 2026

The Taishan Doll Museum (aka Taishan Barbie / Mattel Museum) is a small museum near the site of Mattel’s former factory in Taiwan, which was once home to the production of most of the world’s Barbie dolls. Here you can learn about the history of Mattel in Taiwan as well as its workers. You can…

Tai’an Hot Springs 泰安溫泉

Byforeignersintw February 10, 2026February 10, 2026

Tai’an Hot Spring is a popular natural hot spring location in Miaoli County, Taiwan. Here you can find many hot spring resorts, Tai’an Old Street, which is full of delicious snacks, as well as nature trails, historical sites, and wild hot springs. It is one of the best hot spring getaways in Taiwan. 🏯 Planning…

Miaoli Hobbit Valley 苗栗哈比丘茶樹森林

Byforeignersintw February 10, 2026February 12, 2026

Miaoli’s Hobbit Valley is a recreational farm that strongly resembles Hobbiton from The Lord of the Rings. Here, visitors can experience a Lord of the Rings-style visit without buying a plane ticket to New Zealand. There are also capybara, sheep, a restaurant, and great views of the surrounding area. 🏯 Planning your trip to Miaoli?…

Shitoushan (Lion Head Mountain) 獅頭山

Byforeignersintw January 12, 2026January 20, 2026

Shitoushan in Miaoli is a popular hiking destination near Nanzhuang Old Street, one of Taiwan’s lesser 100 peaks, and has one of the highest concentrations of temples for any hiking trail in Taiwan. Here you can get away from it all and be swept up in the rugged beauty of Taiwan’s central foothills. It is…

Wenshui Old Street 汶水老街

Byforeignersintw January 9, 2026January 20, 2026

Wenshui Old Street is an old trading hub in central Miaoli, close to Dahu, which is known for strawberry farming. On the old street, you can find lots of Hakka traditional cuisine and strawberry-themed snacks. In the meantime, you can enjoy the historical sights and Hakka culture in the area. 🏯 Planning your trip to…

Sandiaoling Historic Tunnel 三貂嶺舊隧道

Byforeignersintw January 9, 2026January 9, 2026

The Sandiaoling Historic Tunnel (aka Sandiaoling Eco-Friendly Tunnel, or Sandiaoling Bike Tunnel) is a refurbished railway tunnel dating back to the Japanese Era, connecting Sandiaoling to Mudan in New Taipei. Now the tunnel is open to the public, but a free online reservation is required. People can now either walk or bike through the tunnel…

Qingtiangang Grassland, See Amazing Views and Buffalo Close-Up 擎天崗

Byforeignersintw January 6, 2026January 6, 2026

Qingtiangang in Yangmingshan National Park is a large grassland that lies on top of an old lava terrace. It is famous for the water buffalo that congregate here to graze and is one of the most popular areas in the park. Besides enjoying views of wild water buffalo, there are also many hiking trails and…