Taiwan · EVENING EXPERIENCES
Taipei is better after dark and most of the good eating starts at seven. These 15 evenings cover the night markets, the Jiufen lanterns and the observatory at dusk, priced and timed.
Travel from Taipei to Shifen Waterfall, decorate and release a sky lantern on Shifen Old Street, then explore Jiufen at dusk with a licensed Chinese, English, or Japanese guide. Guides such as James, Amy, and Trix are known for clear explanations, photo help, and smooth crowd management.
“James was great!! Very friendly, knowledgeable, and kept us on schedule!”
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Meet your private guide at Jiantan and spend two hours exploring Shilin Night Market. Guides such as May, Joseph, Alex, and Evelyn tailor the route to your tastes, explain Taiwanese foods, visit a temple, and help you choose what to eat. Snacks and transport cost extra.
“This is a good size area where you walk around and try different foods from a lot of street vendors. There are also some nice clothing stores mixed in and even some carnival games. So it’s a really mixed batch of interesting things to check oRead more”
Join an English-speaking local guide such as Julie or Skyler for a three-hour, small-group walk through Shida, Taipei University, and Yongkang Street. Expect 10+ generous tastings, from soup-filled pork buns and fried chicken to lu rou fan, bubble tea, tofu pudding, and a secret local dish.
“Great tour with Julie, who is a super friendly and knowledgeable guide. Definitely good value, and takes you along an interesting route and not just the biggest markets which you can discover yourself.”
Join TourMeAway at 7:30 p.m. for a two-hour walking food tour through Meng Jia and Huaxi Street night markets. A bilingual guide such as Cornelia, Julie, Violet, or Eddie leads you to 10 or more Taiwanese dishes, Michelin-rated street food, and favorite 7-Eleven snacks.
“Don't miss this tour on your visit to Taipei! Tâilé is a wonderful guide, knowledgable, engaging and eminently likable - you'll have the best time exploring the culinary treasure troves that are the city's night markets and convenience stores. Even if you don't (yet!) love snack foods and 7Elevens as much as we (husband, 15-yo & I) do, this tour will convert you, both because they are objectively an incredibly good food choice and, more importantly, because you'll be roaming the streets with the best guide you could hope for.”
Meet your English, Chinese, Japanese, or Traditional Chinese-speaking guide at Songshan MRT Station Exit 5. In two hours, follow Raohe’s best-known food stalls, learn about Taiwanese customs and the Sea Goddess temple, and choose your own snacks to buy. Guides such as Vicky, May Ei, Mavis, and Joseph are praised for helpful food tips and flexible pacing.
“Mavis, our tour guide was super fantastic!!! My brother and I were well taken cared of and she made sure we enjoyed our food tasting experience at Raohe Night Market. She even helped us book our ride back to the hotel. Thanks Mavis for the wonderful and fun memories!”
Meet your licensed English-speaking guide at Songshan MRT station for a two-hour private walk through Raohe Night Market. Guides such as Ivy, Vivian, May, Ruby, Joseph, and Vicky help you order Taiwanese specialties, explain food and culture, and adjust suggestions to your appetite, diet, and curiosity. Food and transport cost extra.
“Best tour with Vicky Chiu. She was polite, humble and knowledgeable. She explained me about the history of Taiwan and introduced me to local cuisines. Don’t miss this tour in Taipei. Highly recommended.”
Start at Taipei Main Station at 1:30 pm for Shifen Waterfall, Shifen Old Street, and Jiufen by evening. An English-speaking guide such as Thomas Wu, James, Vince, Mia, or Joseph may lead your group. Transport and insurance are included; food and the weekend Jiufen shuttle cost extra.
“The destinations were amazing and our guide was very accommodating and allowed some flexibility in the location and timing.”
Start near Mikkeller Bar Taipei and walk with a certified guide through Dadaocheng, a century-old tea factory, historic temples, herbal markets, and old streets. Guides such as Bessy, Ale, and Leo explain Taipei’s traditions before the tour ends at Dadaocheng Wharf with discounted Taiwanese beer.
“Very fun day exploring the local areas of Taiwan! Our guide Ale was very kind & knowledgable too! It was fun going thru the vintage streets while also learning the history of it all.”
Spend three hours with a private Taipei host such as Alice, Charlotte, Cindy, Lin, or Green. Walk through a local night market, sample 6 to 8 Taiwanese foods, visit a temple, and get help ordering, choosing dishes, and using public transport when needed.
“Daphne was great. She showed us around the temple first and then we are our way through the night market. Definitely would recommend !”
Start at 5:30 pm with hotel pickup, then visit Bao’an Temple, Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall, Yongkang Street, Taipei 101, and Elephant Mountain. Your private guide, including guides such as Lawson, Jack, or Henry, can adjust the evening for your group.
“This was a great tour.. perfect if you only have 1 night to see as much as possible and take in some beautiful sights of Taipei as well as some great facts and history!! My guide Lawson was fantastic and he's very passionate about showing you the best that Taipei has to offer.”
Spend 2.5 hours with a private local host exploring Songshan Ciyou Temple, Raohe Night Market, and Rainbow Bridge. Guides such as Daphne, Jessica, Jones, and Cola have helped visitors understand Taoism, choose local snacks, and feel at ease, including solo visitors and late arrivals.
“We had a great time with Daphne exploring Songshan Ciyou Temple, Raohe Night Market, and the Taipei 101 area. Not only did we see beautiful sites and eat great food, Daphne gave us historical information and ensured we were having fun the whole time.”
Meet at Daqiaotou MRT at 5:30 pm for a two-hour walk through Yansan Night Market. A local guide leads you to up to eight Taiwanese snacks, explains their cultural roots, and finishes back at the station. Guides such as Anna, Ji, Jean, and Tina have led past tours.
“This was a terrific tour. Our guide, Ji, was great! She took us to a more traditional, non tourist market and ordered the traditional dishes. There were 4 of us plus Ji and it was a fun group. Ji speaks English perfectly and is a lovely person.”
Spend four hours with a private English or Chinese-speaking guide, visiting Baoan Temple, Liberty Square, a local market, and either Elephant Mountain or Taipei 101. Guides such as Alan Yen and Steven tailor the evening, while hotel pickup, a private car, parking, and tolls are included.
“In few hours we saw a lot. We can recommand the tour. Very good guide Henry and very interessting sightseeing points.”
From Taipei Main Station, visit Yehliu Geopark, Jiufen Old Street, Shifen Waterfall, and Shifen’s sky lantern street in one 8 to 9 hour outing. English and Chinese guiding is offered, though smaller groups may travel with a driver-guide using translation software.
“We got notice the night before that our English speaking tour wil be changed to Chinese & Japanese & refund wasn’t an option. The tour guide doesn’t speak English, but tried hard to give us directions & some logistics to make sure we know where to meet up via Google traRead more”
Leave Taipei for Jiufen’s tea houses and old lanes, Heping Island Park’s rocky coast, and Keelung Miaokou Night Market. An English-speaking guide, transport, insurance, and park admission are included. Guides may include Bratt or Xiao Hei, and the day involves stairs and steady walking.
“They cancelled on me because they did not have enough customers for the trip. I’m awaiting refund for the agency-initiated cancellation.”
Pick a coastline, a kitchen or a mountain.
