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Explore the disappearing flavors of old Taiwan on a small-group food tour through the historic neighborhoods of Dadaocheng and Dihua Street. Discover generations-old recipes, family-run businesses, and traditional food craftsmanship that still survive in hidden corners of the city.
Learn how Taiwan’s food culture evolved through indigenous, Fujian, Hakka, Dutch, and Japanese influences, why certain traditional dishes are disappearing, how old markets and food communities are changing in modern Taipei, and the cultural meaning behind ingredients, cooking methods, and local eating habits.
Depending on seasonality and vendor availability, tastings may include traditional Taiwanese confection, handmade rice cakes, heritage rice dishes, old-school herbal drinks, slow-cooked comfort foods, and other specialties that have shaped local food culture for decades.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We meet upstairs at Exit 3 of Beimen MRT station (street level), just as you come up from the escalator!
We finish at Ningxia Night Market, easy access to subways, supermarkets and other locations.
Itinerary
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1Dihua Street
Dihua Street is one of Taipei’s oldest trading streets, with roots going back to the Qing dynasty. It has long been a centre for tea, herbs, dried goods, and fabrics, and many of those family run businesses are still operating today. We walk you through the parts locals actually use, meeting real vendors and tasting everyday foods. You experience the smells, sounds, and small details that make this street feel alive and genuinely local, not staged for tourists.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Yongle Textile Market
Taipei’s iconic fabric-hub, known for its colorful stalls and textiles. Guests can browse diverse materials, experience local shopping culture, and enjoy a lively, authentic atmosphere in the historic Datong district.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Taipei Xia Hai City God Temple
A historical temple known for its intricate design and local traditions. Travelers can observe traditional worship practices, learn about Taiwanese beliefs, and experience an authentic cultural atmosphere. After visiting the temple, guests can enjoy a complimentary blessed tea, a unique local custom that adds to the experience.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Ningxia Nightmarket
One of Taipei’s most popular food destinations, known for its lively atmosphere and classic Taiwanese street snacks. Travelers can stroll through bustling lanes, sample a wide variety of local delicacies, and experience the vibrant Taiwan's night market.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not recommended for travelers with celiac and halal dietary restrictions due to cross-contamination risk
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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