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Buzzing night markets, the marble gorge of Taroko, hot springs and some of Asia's friendliest cities โ€” Taiwan is an underrated foodie and nature gem.

Visa-free ๐Ÿ“… Best: Octโ€“Apr ๐Ÿ’ต $95/day avg
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Capital
Taipei
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Currency
New Taiwan Dollar (NT$)
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Language
Mandarin
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Best time
Octโ€“Apr
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Visa
Visa-free (many)
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Avg daily budget
$45 โ€“ $300
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Safety
Very safe
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Main airport
Taipei (TPE)
Overview

Why travellers love Taiwan

Taipei's night markets and Taipei 101 anchor the trip, while Taroko Gorge, Sun Moon Lake and the old streets of Jiufen show off the island's nature and charm.

It's safe, easy and full of incredible, affordable food.

Where to go

Top places in Taiwan

The destinations worth building your trip around.

Taipei

Taipei

๐Ÿ—“ 3 days

Night markets, Taipei 101 and temples.

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Taroko Gorge

Taroko Gorge

๐Ÿ—“ 1โ€“2 days

Dramatic marble canyon and trails.

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Sun Moon Lake

Sun Moon Lake

๐Ÿ—“ 1 day

Scenic lake rides and tea country.

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Jiufen

Jiufen

๐Ÿ—“ 1 day

Lantern-lit hillside old street.

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Plan day by day

Taiwan itineraries

Ready-made routes โ€” tap a duration to see the plan.

Route
Taipei โ†’ Taroko Gorge โ†’ Sun Moon Lake
Trip length
5 days
Est. budget
$225 โ€“ $1,500
1–2

Taipei

Night markets, Taipei 101 and temples.

๐Ÿ—“ 2 daysโœจ City ยท Food
3–4

Taroko Gorge

Dramatic marble canyon and trails.

๐Ÿ—“ 2 daysโœจ Nature ยท Adventure
5

Sun Moon Lake

Scenic lake rides and tea country.

๐Ÿ—“ 1 dayโœจ Nature ยท Relax
Route
Taipei โ†’ Taroko Gorge โ†’ Sun Moon Lake โ†’ Jiufen
Trip length
7 days
Est. budget
$315 โ€“ $2,100
1–2

Taipei

Night markets, Taipei 101 and temples.

๐Ÿ—“ 2 daysโœจ City ยท Food
3–4

Taroko Gorge

Dramatic marble canyon and trails.

๐Ÿ—“ 2 daysโœจ Nature ยท Adventure
5–6

Sun Moon Lake

Scenic lake rides and tea country.

๐Ÿ—“ 2 daysโœจ Nature ยท Relax
7

Jiufen

Lantern-lit hillside old street.

๐Ÿ—“ 1 dayโœจ Culture ยท Photography
Route
Taipei โ†’ Taroko Gorge โ†’ Sun Moon Lake โ†’ Jiufen
Trip length
10 days
Est. budget
$450 โ€“ $3,000
1–3

Taipei

Night markets, Taipei 101 and temples.

๐Ÿ—“ 3 daysโœจ City ยท Food
4–6

Taroko Gorge

Dramatic marble canyon and trails.

๐Ÿ—“ 3 daysโœจ Nature ยท Adventure
7–8

Sun Moon Lake

Scenic lake rides and tea country.

๐Ÿ—“ 2 daysโœจ Nature ยท Relax
9–10

Jiufen

Lantern-lit hillside old street.

๐Ÿ—“ 2 daysโœจ Culture ยท Photography
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Visa & entry

Taiwan visa requirements

Visa required?
Visa-free for many
Allowed stay
Up to 90 days
Visa on arrival
N/A
eVisa
eVisa for some nationalities
Passport validity
6 months
Visa type
Visa-free
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Visa rules change frequently. Many nationalities enter visa-free for 90 days; others may need an eVisa โ€” check your nationality. Always verify with the official Taiwan immigration / e-visa website before travelling.

Full Taiwan visa guide โ†’Use the visa checker โ†’
Money

Taiwan budget guide

Budget

$45/day
  • Hostels & guesthouses
  • Local food & markets
  • Public transport
  • Free sights & nature

Luxury

$300+/day
  • 4โ€“5โ˜… hotels & resorts
  • Fine dining
  • Private transfers
  • Premium experiences
Full Taiwan budget guide โ†’
Things to do

Top attractions in Taiwan

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Night markets

Shilin and Raohe street-food heaven.

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Taipei 101

Iconic tower and observation deck.

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Taroko Gorge

Marble cliffs and river trails.

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Jiufen old street

Tea houses and lantern-lit alleys.

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Beitou hot springs

Relax in volcanic thermal baths.

Get outside

Nature in Taiwan

All nature
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