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What you’ll do

Odds are, ambling down any street in Taipei would confront you with a million sights you’ve never seen before. Wouldn’t it be wonderful, in such an instance, to have somebody by your side to explain just what exactly is going on?

With a local Taipei host, you’ll have that as you explore this bustling, vibrant, and ridiculously colorful city together. Tell them what interests you, and then stick around for the journey.

You might like to start your day with a traditional Taiwanese breakfast before heading to Liberty Square. From here, many of the famous attractions are accessible to you, and you can get your history (and Instagram) kicks by exploring one or many of the surrounding temples and buildings.

Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall is a biggie! Ask your host about its political significance. Travel back in time on Bopiliao Old Street - a relic from the Qing Dynasty, or catch a tangerine sunset at Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf. The day is yours and your host is there to help you command it!

  • Private experience, tailored to you

  • 8 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking tour (may use public transport)

  • Hosted in English (On request: Cantonese, French, German, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin)

  • Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Experience outline

  • Spend the day with your host, who will create an experience that's fully customised to your interests and what you'd most like to see Taipei
  • See Taipei's most iconic attractions and experience its off-the-beaten-path spots as well - lucky you!
  • Get a unique insider’s perspective as you explore the city - all of the quirks explained
  • Discover the highlights of the areas and neighbourhoods that you explore
  • Ditch the guidebook and see the real Taipei with a host
  • Eat and drink like a local, grabbing street food or heading to your nearest food hall
  • Get tips from your host regarding other areas to explore and make your own

Things to know

What’s included

  • Private & personalised experience
  • 8 hours with a host
  • Pick-up from your accommodation (within a reasonable distance)
  • Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
  • Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Meeting point

Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

What’s not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation costs (can be arranged at an additional cost)
  • Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation

  • Cancel 7 days before the experience for a full refund
  • Worry-free cancellation terms: book with peace of mind knowing that you can cancel for free up to a day before the experience and receive a full refund.

Reviews

    Great host. I loved every second she was very personable and gave me the best experience possible. I would love to come back to visit soon and have her host me again in the city.

    April 2024

    Alanah C

    This review is for the 6hr tour. Megan was our tour guide and she was best. She was so kind and accommodating. We didn't have a private car to take us around so we had to take the train between locations but Megan made it easy and we were able to spend a good amount of time at each location (we went to Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial, Dalangdong Baoan Temple, and a night market). I highly recommend this your if you don't know where to go or how to navigate the train very well haha

    March 2024

    Jillian N

    Megan was great! We loved the imperial palace and temples. We enjoyed seeing the diverse architecture, vibrant markets and delicious street food!

    February 2024

    Leanne P

    She made my day!!Nice.kind and knows Taipei… Could ask for more?? 5 stars service!

    January 2024

    Marcin M

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