Guanghua Digital Plaza and Syntrend
Taipei’s digital heaven
Taipei (台北) has got it all. From bustling night markets, to skyscrapers and beautiful cycle lanes along rivers and through peaceful parks, this is a city that has something for everybody. It’s still all very manageable though, as the central city area is actually smaller than many other capitals, plus getting around is super easy and affordable.
Taipei’s digital heaven
The oldest museum in Taiwan
Procession of exciting weekend markets under the expressway
Old-fashioned downtown neighborhood near Taipei Station
Taiwan’s largest station with many interconnected shopping malls
Classic bicycle ride in central Taipei
Head up Taipei’s tallest and most iconic building
Diverse night market with many specialities
Taipei’s relatively unknown botanical paradise
Shrine dedicated to fallen soldiers
Interesting hikes with views over Songshan Airport
Learn how to make your own Taiwanese cakes
Escape the tourists on this super easy hike
Peaceful bicycle ride to Jingmei Night Market
Taipei’s hipster hangout and art hotspot
Beitou’s most popular spot for a hot spring soak
Interesting historical spot for train fans
Learn about Taiwan’s long hot spring history
Popular tourist spot with various hiking trails
Hike up to a mountaintop lookout with stunning panoramic views
Huge volcanic landscape that makes for a light hike
Classic bicycle ride in central Taipei
Shop like you’re in the 1930’s
Cave complex full of odd amenities
The city has an extensive public transportation network that is easy to use and very cheap. The Taipei Metro covers most of the central area, as well as some suburbs, and is supplemented by an extensive bus network. There are also countless YouBike bicycle rental stations around the city. If you want a completely stress-free journey around the city, there is a Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off.
All THSR trains stop at Taipei Station and Nangang Station in the city center. There are frequent trains to cities such as Taichung (50-60 minutes, NT$700) and Zuoying in Kaohsiung (1 and a half to 2 hours, NT$1490).
While there are a few train stations run by Taiwan Railways (TRA) in the city, you are unlikely to use them everyday unless your accommodation happens to be on a TRA station outside central Taipei. Some tourist destinations outside the city can be accessed via TRA though, and for these you can first easily get to Taipei or Songshan stations via the metro, then join a TRA train.
There are frequent services, but check the official TRA website for longer journeys outside the city as express train services are often sold out. There are express trains to cities such as Taichung (100 minutes-2 hours, $375). While not as comfortable as the high speed trains, these express services are cheaper and take you right into the city center.
Bus services are provided day and night to and from the city to all over Taiwan. The main Taipei Bus Station is located near to the main station, but there are also services from/to other spots in the city, such as the bus station near Taipei 101.
The city is served by Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, a modern airport outside the city, and Songshan Airport, located in the city center. Most international services operate from Taoyuan, from where you can take the Taoyuan Metro into the city (39 minutes on the express service, NT$150).
© 2020 Matthew Baxter
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