Taipei Walking Tour: Longshan Temple Culture and History Tour (English Guided)
- Explore Taipei's diverse and rich history and origins with a local English-speaking Taiwanese guide.
- Step into the prosperous era of the Wanhua District and reminisce about the city's glory days.
- Introduction to temple worship culture, the history of Longshan Temple, and the main deities of Buddhism and Taoism.
- Visit special local attractions such as Qingcao Alley and Bopiliao, and taste Taiwan's unique herbal tea.
What to expect
This English-language tour will take you deep into Taipei's oldest district, revealing the essence of Taiwanese culture within the city's heart – the 300-year-old ancient treasure, Longshan Temple.
Gain insights into the origins of Taipei, the authentic Taiwanese way of life, captivating folk stories, and the role of folk deities in shaping the lives of Taiwanese believers.
Longshan Temple, filled with colorful dragons, is home to over 100 folk deities. Our guide will show you how to cast divination blocks (筊, jiǎo) and interpret the gods' fortune sticks, allowing you to predict your fortune and understand the temple's long history and Buddhist and Taoist traditions.
Join us on an unforgettable journey to discover the true spirit of Taiwan.
Key Stops: Mengjia Park Bopiliao Historic Block Dizang Temple Qingcao Alley Longshan Temple








Reviews
The Longshan walking tour was an unforgettable experience that brought history and culture to life. Our guide (RORO) was knowledgeable and engaging, providing fascinating insights into the Longshan Temple, its architecture, and the rituals practiced there. The tour also explored the surrounding area, highlighting hidden gems like traditional markets, historic streets, and local eateries. The pace was relaxed, allowing ample time to soak in the atmosphere, ask questions, and take photos. The blend of spirituality, history, and local flavor made the tour both educational and enjoyable. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a deeper connection to Taipei’s rich heritage.
Insightful tour that left us feeling “time flies — how have 2 hours already passed?” Our friendly guide Ale infuses her storytelling with a great sense of humor, keeping us amused throughout. Amazed by her wealth of knowledge about Taiwan’s history as a Colombian. If you enjoy her or other guides’ service on this tour, you may feel free to tip them, typically around 400-600 TWD.
Nothing will go wrong when old customs meet the new generation. You will experience this here in Taipei Taiwan! Start pack your bags and enjoy the beauty of Taiwan! also never forget to say, thank you for those people who joined the tour.
Highly recommended free walking tour at taipei. Great and must try experience to lnow more about the traditions and culture of Taiwan. Had a great time on this one.
Our guide, Leo, is an optimistic and enthusiastic guide that made us laugh while also teaching us about Taiwan's history in Wanhua District previously known as 'Bangka' or 'Monga' and the Longshan temple with the many gods and godesses and how people worship them. He's very knowledgeable with the topics and we were able to learn a lot and have fun with him.
I highly recommend the tour. Our guide was outstanding. She is very knowledgeable about the local history and I learned a lot about Taiwan and the different religions at the temple. Communication was not an issue, her spoken English was excellent.
great and very informative tour. Best way to explore tge temple and the neighbouring area and really understanding the culture
Very worthwhile. The tour leader gave good advice. The meeting point was very easy to find. There weren't many people at the temple. For those who are coming for the first time, I recommend it. The guide will tell you all the history.
amazing tour great guide and a great experience for all ages. so insightful and interesting
very nice tour , guide was very good . I enjoyed a lot .
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