Excursions

The Shilin Night Market area is one of the largest and most well-known night markets in Taipei, spanning over several streets. Shilin Market was built as early as in 1899 and is famous for the variety of snacks and eateries…

A world away from the hustle and bustle of Taipei City, Kenting National Park is located on the Hengchun Peninsula in the southern-most tip of the island of Taiwan. As one of the island’s most popular destinations, Kenting Town is…

In Kaohsiung, a famous river lies across this southern city, with green lands and beautiful parks along its banks. The area becomes a romantic place for lovers to meet, hence the name, Love River. A pathway connects the parks and…

Next to a great mountain and facing the ocean, Jiufen Village was a mining town in the past with renewed popularity for tourists. Several Taiwanese films were shot here, including A City of Sadness, which won first prize at the…

The most famous tourist destination in Taiwan, Sun Moon Lake is a beautiful alpine lake located in the middle of the island. The water body is separated by the Lalu isle in the middle, with one side of the lake…

Situated on the outskirts of the southern city of Tainan, Taijiang National Park is a protected area with 50 sq km of land and 340 sq km of sea that include tidal flats and lagoons. It is home to jungle-esque…

Tamsui is a beach town only a 40-minute train ride away from Taipei. It is an ideal place to join the locals to enjoy sunsets and stroll around the Fisherman’s Wharf and Tamsui Old Street. Ocean front shops are all…