Culturally rich Taipei will entice you
Enjoy the area's museums, temples and monuments with a rental holiday home in Taipei. Renowned for its shopping, restaurants and parks, this city welcomes all visitors. Taipei 101 and Shilin Night Market are just a couple of the must-see attractions. Whether you're planning a family holiday, a trip with friends or a romantic retreat, HomeAway has a great selection of holiday homes. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and separate dining area, perfect if you need a space for entertaining.
Activities and attractions in and around Taipei
Are you hoping to discover attractions to visit while you're in town? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to experience everything that makes Taipei a fun place to get away to. Here are some of the top attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Dajia Riverside Park (2.7 mi / 4.3 km)
- Taipei Zoo (3.7 mi / 6 km)
- Taipei Children's Amusement Park (4.6 mi / 7.4 km)
- Qingtiangang Grassland (9.1 mi / 14.6 km)
- Tangweigou Hot Springs Park (20 mi / 32.2 km)
- Xpark (21 mi / 33.8 km)
Exploring the natural features in Taipei
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Taipei is a great place to get out in nature. Here are a few of the area's most eye-catching sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Yangmingshan National Park (7.7 mi / 12.5 km)
- Chungshan Park (0.7 mi / 1.1 km)
- Songshan Cultural and Creative Park (0.9 mi / 1.5 km)
- Daan Forest Park (0.9 mi / 1.5 km)
- Huashan 1914 Creative Park (1.3 mi / 2.1 km)
- Lin-Sen Park (1.8 mi / 2.8 km)
Transport to and around Taipei
The nearest airport is in Taipei (TSA-Songshan), located 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you might consider flying into Taoyuan International Airport (TPE), which is 19.7 mi (31.7 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Songshan Station, Taipei Main Station and Wanhua Station are the main stations in the area. You can get around Taipei by catching a ride on the metro at Zhongxiao Dunhua Station, Zhongxiao Fuxing Station or Xinyi Anhe Station.