Taipei runs on night markets and 24-hour convenience stores, with temples, hot springs and hiking trails all reachable by an excellent MRT system. It's an easy, welcoming introduction to Chinese culture outside the mainland, with some of the best dumplings and soup dumplings anywhere.
Month by month
Best: March, April, October, November
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Avoid Poor OK Good Excellent Peak
How long to stay
4–6 days is the sweet spot.
Flight time
About 16h from the US East Coast, 13h from Europe, 7h from South Asia.
Good to know
- Get an EasyCard for the MRT, buses and even convenience-store purchases.
- Night markets are cash-only and busiest after 7pm — go hungry and share small plates.
- Typhoon season (Jul–Sep) can disrupt flights and day trips with little notice; check forecasts before booking outdoor days.
Plan a trip to Taipei
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