World Explorer🇹🇼 Taiwan travel guide
High-tech hub with night markets, hot springs, dramatic marble gorges, and temple treasures.
Explore Taiwan on the 3D globe- Capital
- Taipei
- Continent
- Asia
- Population
- 23.8M
- Languages
- Mandarin (Traditional)
- Currency
- New Taiwan Dollar NT$
- Time zone
- UTC+8 (CST)
- Area
- 36,193 km²
Top places to visit in Taiwan
- 🏙️ Taipei 101 Skyscraper
- 🏞️ Taroko National Park
- 🍜 Shilin Night Market
- 🕍 Longshan Temple, Taipei
- 🌊 Sun Moon Lake
- 🏖️ Kenting National Park
5-day Taiwan itinerary
Day 1: Taipei arrival
Taipei 101, Elephant Mountain, Raohe night market.
Day 2: Taroko Gorge
Marble canyon, Eternal Spring Shrine, tunnel trails.
Day 3: Sun Moon Lake
Boat tour, bicycle trail, Wenwu Temple.
Day 4: Tainan & Kaohsiung
Old capital, Chihkan Tower, Fo Guang Shan Buddha.
Day 5: Departure
Last bubble tea, pineapple cake souvenir.
How much does it cost to travel in Taiwan?
| Travel style | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| Budget | $45/day |
| Mid-range | $110/day |
| Luxury | $300/day |
| Round-trip flight | $700 |
Rough estimates in US dollars. Prices vary by season and departure city.
Useful phrases for Taiwan
| English | Local | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Hello | 你好 (Nǐ hǎo) | Ni hao |
| Thank you | 謝謝 (Xièxiè) | Xie xie |
| Goodbye | 再見 (Zàijiàn) | Zai jian |
| How much? | 多少錢? | Duōshǎo qián? |
What Taiwan is known for
A strong choice if you enjoy food, nature, culture, nightlife and history.
Taiwan travel FAQ
How much does a trip to Taiwan cost per day?
Our estimate is around $45/day on a budget, $110/day mid-range and $300/day for luxury travel, not including international flights.
How many days do you need in Taiwan?
This guide's route covers 5 days: Taipei arrival, Taroko Gorge, Sun Moon Lake, Tainan & Kaohsiung and Departure.
What are the top things to see in Taiwan?
Highlights include Taipei 101 Skyscraper, Taroko National Park, Shilin Night Market and Longshan Temple, Taipei.
What language and currency are used in Taiwan?
Languages: Mandarin (Traditional). Currency: New Taiwan Dollar NT$.
Check your government's travel advice and entry requirements before you book.