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Discover Taipei as you would if you were staying with a friend who lived there, on this personalized experience with a Local Host. In just half a day you’ll experience the authentic side of Taipei as you visit famous attractions and discover hidden gems with a Local Host who knows and loves the city. Explore vibrant Taipei's highlights or discover an off-the-beaten-path neighborhood, get oriented and immerse yourself in Taipei’s unique culture with a Local Host by your side to navigate on your personalized route that’s been created just for you!
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your host will meet you at Song Shan MRT station exit 5. Alternatively, after booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners.
Itinerary
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Taipei (Pass by)
Odds are, ambling down any street in Taipei would confront you with a million sights you’ve never seen before. Wouldn’t it be wonderful, in such an instance, to have somebody by your side to explain just what exactly is going on? With a local Taipei host, you’ll have that as you explore this bustling, vibrant and ridiculously colorful city together. Tell them what interests you, and then stick around for the journey.
Admission ticket free -
Liberty Square (Pass by)
You might like to start your day with a traditional Taiwanese breakfast before heading to Liberty Square. From here, many of the famous attractions are accessible to you, and you can get your history (and Instagram) kicks by exploring one or many of the surrounding temples and buildings.
Admission ticket free -
Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall (Pass by)
Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall is a biggie! Ask your host about its political significance.
Admission ticket free -
Bopiliao Ancient Street (Pass by)
Travel back in time on Bopiliao Old Street - a relic from the Qing Dynasty,
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
You could catch a tangerine sunset at Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf.
Admission ticket free -
Shilin Night Market (Pass by)
You could sample some beef noodles, pepper buns, flame-torched sausages and soup dumplings. Are you brave enough for stinky tofu? We reckon you are.
Admission ticket free -
Ximending (Pass by)
Depending on the timing of your experience, you might like to check out the Shilin and Raohe night markets, climb Elephant Mountain for stellar views over the city, shop in trendy Ximending or get close to nature in Yangmingshan National Park.
Admission ticket free -
Raohe Street Night Market (Pass by)
Learn all about ingredients you never knew even existed and immerse yourself in this steamy world of culinary brilliance. Some modern apartments are built without kitchens because the nation’s kitchen is outside on the streets. Now that’s confidence in their street food scene.
Admission ticket free -
Dihua Street (Pass by)
You might want to tick off some famous sights, like Bao’an Temple, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Dihua Street, and let’s not forget that Taipei is all about street food. In fact, so entrenched is this daily ritual into the fabric of life here, that some apartments are built without kitchens - sample some pork belly buns and bubble tea to see why this would make perfect sense!
Admission ticket free -
Elephant Mountain (aka Nangang District Hiking Trail) (Pass by)
Your host will take care in mapping out a unique route for you which takes in the city's highlights as well as some hidden gems they know you’ll love
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- After booking, you will receive a short questionnaire, so you’ll be able to tell us more about your interests and preferences. Based on your responses you’ll be matched with a like-minded Local Host
- After booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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