Back To Taiwan: 8 Taiwan Tourist Spots You Need To Add To Your Bucket List

Taiwan is known for its beautiful mountains, hot springs, and diverse culture. It’s also got flavorful food you’ve got to try for yourself. Thankfully, the country is open to tourists again and Filipinos are welcome to stay visa-free for up to 14 days. 

Whether you’re planning your trip for business or leisure, travel inspiration is super important. There is so much to see in Taiwan and an abundance of natural beauty to enjoy. Here are some of the top Taiwan tourist spots that deserve your attention so you can start creating your itinerary.

Nature enthusiasts must experience the calmness and beauty of Yushan National Park. With 3,000-meter-tall peaks, hiking and trekking adventures await at this Taiwan tourist spot. It’s also home to Jade Mountain, the world’s fourth tallest island mountain which stands at 3,952 meters. You surely won’t run out of trails to explore here. 

Address: No. 515, Sec. 1, Jhongshan Rd., Shueili Township, Nantou County 553203

Contact: +886 4 9277 3121

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

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Can’t get enough of Taiwan’s natural wonders? Climb up Taroko Gorge and witness more Taiwan tourist spots that cover almost 100,000 hectares of land. Pay respect at the Eternal Spring Shine, dip your toes in the majestic waters of Shakadang Trail, then head upstream to the Truku tribal village to sample local delicacies at the small market. 

Address: 972, Taiwan, Hualien County, Xiulin Township, 富世291號

Contact:  +886 3 862 1100

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

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Nantou's Sun Moon Lake is one of the most scenic Taiwan tourist spots. It's approximately two hours away from Taipei city and as serene as ever. A park and lush forests surround the lake which can be accessed via a ferry or cable car ride - the latter providing an aerial view. Just nearby is the Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village known for its Cherry Blossom and Lavender Festival. 

Address: 599號, Zhongshan Rd, Yuchi Township, Nantou County, Taiwan 555

Contact: +886 49 2855668

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Taipei 101 no longer holds the record for the world’s tallest skyscraper yet remains one of the top Taiwan tourist attractions. Elements of an Asian pagoda and bamboo stalk are used in the architecture which adds to the appeal of the building. Ride the high-speed elevator to the 89th floor where you’ll find an indoor observation deck or brave the heights on the open deck on the 91st floor. 

Address: No. 7號, Section 5, Xinyi Rd, Xinyi District, Taipei City, Taiwan 110

Contact: +886 2 8101 8800

Opening Hours: 11 am – 9:30 pm (Sun-Thu) 11 am – 10 pm (Fri-Sat)

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Kaohsiung, Taiwan’s second-largest city, is a great place to escape from the crowds in Taipei. It’s also a place known for its street art, as well as bold and colorful temples like the Dragon and Tiger Pagodas located at Lotus Lake. Climb up the seven-story structure to get an overlooking view of the lake full of lily pods. 

Address: No. 9號, Liantan Rd, Zuoying District, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan 813

Contact: +886 7 581 9286

Opening Hours: 8 am – 6 pm (Daily)

Locals love night markets for the variety of affordable goods and delectable snacks, but they’re also popular Taiwan tourist spots. While many will point you towards Shilin, the bazaar at Raohe Street is just as good of an option. Haggle with vendors to get a reasonable deal and don’t forget to try out the local fare like the infamous stinky tofu and steamed buns.

Address: Raohe St, Songshan District, Taipei City, Taiwan 105

Contact: +886 2 2766 8876

Opening Hours: 5 pm – 11 pm (Daily)

Find your Zen as you explore the ornate temples near the Tamsui River. The Longshan Temple is the most visited Taiwan tourist spot in the area and is nearly 300 years old. Single devotees come here to pray to Yue Lao in hopes of finding their true love soon, while others ask for guidance from the gods by throwing red moon blocks (jiaobei) on the floor. 

Address: No. 211, Guangzhou St, Wanhua District, Taipei City, Taiwan 10853

Contact: +886 2 2302 5162

Opening Hours: 6 am – 10 pm (Daily)

Those interested to learn more about Taiwan’s rich history should check out the National Palace Museum. This Taiwan tourist spot houses about 700,000 artifacts and artworks and has an extensive collection of antiquities collected by Chinese emperors from several periods. Since you’re already in the area, you might as well visit the Shung Ye Museum of Formosan Aboriginals which is just right across. 

Address: No. 282, Sec 2, Zhi Shan Rd, Shilin District, Taipei City, Taiwan 111

Contact: +886 2 6610 3600

Opening Hours: 9 am – 5 pm (Tue-Sun)

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