Must-Visit Spots in Taipei: The Perfect 3-Night, 4-Day Itinerary for First-Timers! 🇹🇼✨

D: Planning your first trip to Taiwan? Taipei, the vibrant capital, is a perfect blend of modern city life, rich history, and mouthwatering street food. Here’s a well-balanced 3-night, 4-day itinerary to make the most of your visit! 🗺️🍜

Day 1: Arrival + Explore Central Taipei

Morning: Arrival & Check-in
✈️ Land at Taoyuan International Airport and take the Taoyuan Airport MRT (35 mins) or a taxi (50 mins) to your hotel in central Taipei (Ximending or Zhongxiao Dunhua area recommended).

Afternoon: Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall & Ximending
🏛️ Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall – A must-visit historical landmark with grand architecture and the famous changing of the guard ceremony (every hour).
🛍️ Ximending – Taipei’s bustling youth district filled with shopping, street food, and vibrant nightlife. Try Ay-Chung Flour-Rice Noodle (阿宗麵線) or Hot-Star Large Fried Chicken (豪大大雞排)!

Evening: Raohe Night Market
🍢 Raohe Night Market – One of Taipei’s oldest and best night markets! Must-try: Pepper Buns (胡椒餅), Stinky Tofu, and Bubble Tea.

Day 2: Nature & Culture Day

Morning: Elephant Mountain Hike
🌄 Elephant Mountain (Xiangshan) – A short but steep hike (20-30 mins) for the best view of Taipei 101! Best time: Early morning to avoid crowds.

Afternoon: Taipei 101 & Din Tai Fung
🏙️ Taipei 101 – Visit the observation deck (89F) for a panoramic city view.
🥟 Din Tai Fung (Xinyi Branch) – World-famous xiaolongbao (soup dumplings) – don’t miss it!

Evening: Shilin Night Market
🍡 Shilin Night Market – The largest night market in Taipei! Try Oyster Omelette, Giant Fried Chicken Cutlet, and Mango Shaved Ice.

Day 3: Day Trip to Jiufen & Shifen

🚆 Morning: Take a train to Ruifang Station (1 hr from Taipei Main Station).
🏮 Jiufen Old Street – A charming hillside town with narrow alleys, tea houses (try A-Mei Tea House), and taro balls dessert.
💧 Shifen Waterfall & Sky Lanterns – Release a wishing lantern at Shifen Old Street and visit the scenic Shifen Waterfall (Taiwan’s “Little Niagara”).

Evening: Return to Taipei & Ningxia Night Market
🍜 Ningxia Night Market – Smaller but packed with delicious bites like Fried Taro Balls, Oyster Vermicelli, and Grilled Squid.

Day 4: Final Explorations & Departure

Morning: National Palace Museum
🏛️ National Palace Museum – Home to thousands of ancient Chinese artifacts, including the famous Jadeite Cabbage.

Afternoon: Relax at Beitou Hot Springs
♨️ Beitou Hot Springs – Soak in natural thermal waters at Public Pools or a Private Spa Resort (like Spring City Resort).

Evening: Departure
🛫 Head back to the airport with a heart (and stomach!) full of amazing Taipei memories!

Bonus Tips for First-Timers

✔️ Get an EasyCard for MRT/bus rides.
✔️ Try Taiwanese breakfast (soy milk, scallion pancakes, dan bing).
✔️ Learn basic Mandarin phrases like “Xièxiè” (Thank you).

Taipei is waiting for you! Ready to explore? 🎒✈️ #TaipeiTravel #FirstTimeInTaiwan #FoodieParadise