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Taipei City Hiking Guide – The Best Hikes in Taipei 台灣爬山指南

Byforeignersintw April 25, 2025April 25, 2025

Taipei is full of amazing and beautiful hikes, many of which are easily accessible from the city center via public transportation. The mountains and hills around the Taipei Basin provide amazing views, interesting geological features, and a great way to connect with nature. In this blog, we will list the best hikes we know of…

Children and Parent’s Travel Guide to Taipei 小孩及家長台北旅遊指南

Byforeignersintw April 23, 2025April 23, 2025

Taipei is full of fun places and activities for kids. In the past few years, more and more fun parks, restaurants, museums, and theme parks have opened. In this blog, we will show you some of the most fun activities and places around Taipei that are enjoyable for kids. 🏯 Planning your trip to Taipei?…

Taipei’s Waterfall Guide – Explore the City’s Most Breathtaking Falls 台北瀑布指南

Byforeignersintw April 18, 2025April 18, 2025

Taipei is home to some of Taiwan’s most magnificent waterfalls, and most of them are just a short trip away. Here we have compiled a list of the most easily accessible waterfalls around Taipei. Please note this is not an exhaustive list. There are many more waterfalls in Taipei than are listed in this blog. Get…

Our Travel Guide to Wulai – Taipei’s Amazing Mountain Paradise (烏來旅遊指南)

Byforeignersintw April 17, 2025April 22, 2025

Wulai District of New Taipei includes some of Taiwan’s most amazing waterfalls, hot springs, aboriginal culture, an old street with snacks and restaurants, a gondola, a train, an amusement park, hiking trails, camp sites, wildlife, and endless mountain scenery to explore. It is definitely worth a stop on your next trip to Taipei. 🏞️ Planning…

Jiufen Old Street – Taiwan’s Amazing Mountainside Village 九份老街

Byforeignersintw March 20, 2025March 20, 2025

Jiufen, located in the Ruifang District of New Taipei City, is a charming hillside town known for its vibrant old street, which many consider the best in Taiwan. Visitors can wander through narrow alleys filled with classic Taiwanese snacks, steep stairways, and historic buildings. From nearly every spot in town, you’ll find sweeping panoramas of…

Shifen Waterfall and Old Street Travel Guide: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go

Byforeignersintw March 19, 2025March 19, 2025

Shifen Waterfall, Taiwan’s widest waterfall, is a must-visit scenic spot near Shifen Train Station. Surrounded by restaurants and gardens, it offers stunning views. Shifen Old Street is renowned for sky lanterns and local cuisine, but the practice poses environmental concerns. The area’s history and rich tourism have evolved from its coal mining past.

100 Amazing Things to Do and See in Taipei 台北景點懶人包

Byforeignersintw March 17, 2025March 17, 2025

This travel guide to Taipei offers an extensive overview of attractions, activities, and dining options. Highlights include popular sites like Taipei 101, night markets, and historical landmarks. It also provides tips on transportation, accommodations, and seasonal recommendations, presenting a detailed itinerary for an enriching experience in Taiwan’s vibrant capital.

Taipei 101: The Ultimate Guide to Taiwan’s Tallest Tower (臺北101)

Byforeignersintw March 14, 2025March 17, 2025

The Taipei 101 (aka Taipei World Financial Center) is the tallest building in Taiwan, standing at a height of 509 meters. It was the tallest building in the world from 2004 to 2010 and is now the 11th tallest building in the world as of 2023. It stands as an icon and symbol of Taiwan’s…

Yehliu Geopark – The Amazing Crown Jewel of Taiwan’s Northern Coast 野柳地質公園

Byforeignersintw March 13, 2025March 18, 2025

Yehliu is perhaps the most famous geological park in Taiwan, with its most famous landmark being the Queen’s Head Rock. These rock formations have been forming for thousands of years through erosion of soft sandstone due to wind and water. Hurry and see these formations soon before they are gone forever! 🏯 Planning your trip…

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

Byforeignersintw March 12, 2025March 17, 2025

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. 🏯…