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Walking Trails in Taipei

Discover scenic trails & hidden treasures near the Congress

Elephant Mountain trail view of Taipei 101
Elephant Mountain · 象山

1) Elephant Mountain (象山)

Nearest MRT Xiangshan (Red Line)

Duration ~30–60 minutes

Highlight: The classic Taipei 101 skyline viewpoint, great at sunset or night.

Jinmianshan rocky ridge overlooking Taipei
Jinmianshan · 金面山

2) Jinmianshan / Mt. Jinmian (金面山)

Nearest MRT Xihu (Brown Line)

Duration ~1.5–2 hours

Highlight: Rocky ridgeline with expansive city and mountain views — adventurous but accessible.

Dadaocheng riverside cycling and walking path
Dadaocheng Riverside · 大稻埕

3) Dadaocheng Riverside Path (大稻埕河濱步道)

Nearest MRT Beimen (Green Line)

Duration flexible 30 min to 3 hours

Highlight: A flat, breezy riverside route perfect for unwinding, with cafés and sunset spots nearby.

Must-Try Pineapple Cakes

The "Feng Li Su" Edition: A sweet national treasure & souvenir

Chia Te Style Golden Pineapple Cake
Chia Te Bakery · 佳德

1) Chia Te Bakery (佳德)

Flavor Classic Sweet (Melon Mix)

Why it's famous: The "Gold Standard." Known for a buttery, crumbly crust and a sweeter, traditional filling.

SunnyHills Rectangular Pineapple Cake
SunnyHills · 微熱山丘

2) SunnyHills (微熱山丘)

Flavor Tangy & Fibrous

Why it's famous: Uses 100% native pineapples for a distinct sour-sweet kick and brick-shaped crust.

Kuo Yuan Ye Pineapple Cake
Kuo Yuan Ye · 郭元益

3) Kuo Yuan Ye (郭元益)

Flavor Heritage & Refined

Why it's famous: A historic brand since 1867. Offers dainty, award-winning pastries and a museum.

Iconic Night Markets

CNN once named Taiwan’s night markets among the best street food scenes in the world.

Shilin Night Market
Shilin Night Market · 士林夜市

1) Shilin Market (士林)

Vibe The "Mega" Market

MRT Jiantan (Red Line)

Highlight: The largest and most famous. Huge fried chicken steaks, bubble tea, and endless shopping.

Raohe Street Night Market
Raohe St. Market · 饒河街

2) Raohe Street (饒河街)

Vibe Historic & Traditional

MRT Songshan (Green Line)

Highlight: Famous for the Michelin-recommended Black Pepper Bun right at the temple entrance.

Ningxia Night Market
Ningxia Night Market · 寧夏夜市

3) Ningxia Market (寧夏)

Vibe Pure Foodie Heaven

MRT Zhongshan (Red/Green)

Highlight: A compact street focused almost entirely on food. Try the oyster omelets and fried taro balls.

Taiwan: Home of Bubble Tea 🧋

Local bubble tea brands you can't miss!

Classic 50 Lan Style Bubble Tea
50 Lan · 50嵐

1) 50 Lan (50嵐)

Style The Classic

Try Small Pearl Milk Tea

Why it's famous: The reliable "Starbucks of Bubble Tea" in Taiwan. Known for their unique "mini pearls" option.

Brown Sugar Boba Milk
Xing Fu Tang · 幸福堂

2) Xing Fu Tang (幸福堂)

Style Brown Sugar

Try Gold Foil Boba Milk

Why it's famous: A visual spectacle. They stir-fry the boba in brown sugar woks right in front of you.

Fresh Milk Tea
Milksha · 迷客夏

3) Milksha (迷客夏)

Style Fresh & Natural

Try Taro Fresh Milk

Why it's famous: Known as "Milk Shop." They use fresh pasture milk instead of creamer for a smoother taste.

3 "Only-in-Taipei" Experiences!

Taipei in a nutshell: heritage, nature, and vibrant streets.

National Palace Museum

1) National Palace Museum (故宮博物院)

Vibe Heritage & History

Transit Shilin (Red) + Bus

Highlight: Home to nearly 700,000 pieces of ancient Chinese imperial artifacts and artworks. A must-see cultural treasure.

Maokong Gondola · 貓空纜車

2) Maokong Gondola (貓空)

Vibe Nature & Tea

Transit Taipei Zoo (Brown)

Highlight: Take a glass-bottom crystal cabin up the lush mountains for panoramic city views and tranquil traditional tea houses.

Tamsui Old Street · 淡水老街

3) Tamsui Old Street (淡水)

Vibe Vibrant Waterfront

Transit Tamsui (Red Line)

Highlight: Stroll along the beautiful riverside for gorgeous sunset views, historic forts, and delicious local street food.