Escape the airport: see Taipei on your layover
Escape the airport: see Taipei on your layover
Escape the airport: see Taipei on your layover

What you'll do

No airport (regardless of its frosty air conditioning and vast duty-free halls) is worth missing out on exploring a whole new city. Taipei is happening all around you, and with one of our local Taipei hosts by your side, you’ll be able to enjoy a snapshot of it despite time constraints.

Bust out of the airport, let them worry about getting you back on time, and take to the streets together. In all honesty, once you’ve tasted giant chicken chops, catching flights somehow seems less important.

In Taipei, there is always something on the go, day or night. During your time in the city, you could visit Ximending - the uber neon and vibrant shopping district, Bopiliao Old Street, a night market, Liberty Square or simply explore a neighborhood that catches your eye.

Trade-in lounges for a hike and souvenir shops for authentic Taiwanese gifts - it’s all about seizing the day (or night) in this one, and we’re sure your taste of Taipei will have you wanting to come back for seconds.

  • Private & 100% personalized tour

  • 6 hours

  • Matched to your ideal host

  • Walking tour (may use public transport)

  • Hosted in English (On request: French, Japanese, Mandarin, Spanish)

  • Meet at your accommodation or a central location

Experience outline

  • Don’t waste your layover in Taipei waiting at the airport - hit the bustling streets and see what you can find
  • With your host's tips and tricks, make the most of the limited time you have in Taipei
  • Squeeze in some sightseeing and visit the city's highlights
  • Swap airport food for authentic Taiwanese cuisine
  • Let your host personalise an experience of the city that fits the places you'd most like to see into your schedule

Things to know

What’s included

  • Private & personalized itinerary
  • 6 hours with a host (including travel time) - this can be customised, just get in touch!
  • Pick-up from Taoyuan Airport & transfers into the city by train (MRT Taoyuan Airport Line)
  • Drop off at the Express Train platform that takes you back to the airport
  • Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)

What’s not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Tickets to any attractions
  • Transportation costs other than airport transfers
  • Gratuities (optional)

Cancellation

  • Cancel 14 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

    Megan meet me at the airport . I was on a stop over and my time was limited. We took the sky train into Taipei and had dinner and walked some of the streets. Megan was very nice and easy to talk to . I seen the Skyscraper 101 and drove thru some different neighbourhoods before driving back to the airport . When I make it back to Taipei again, I will ask for Megan again…. I so much enjoyed her company.

    February 2023

    Fred F

    We arrived in Taipei after a 5 week trip to SE Asia. I had been to Taipei previously but my wife had not. After getting a good night´s sleep our guide Winnie met us at our airport hotel. She arrived early and waited for us while we finished our breakfast. She was very friendly and provided us with a briefing of what we could do in the 6 hours that we had to explore the city. She was very interested in making sure that we did what we were interested in doing and also recommended must see attractions. She was also very conscious about making sure that we could get back to the airport in time to check in for our flight. Aside from being extremely knowledgeable and personable, she was extremely funny. We spent more of the day being entertained while being educated. I cannot speak highly enough about Winnie and how much we enjoyed her company and the day tour. I highly recommend Winnie and City Unscripted.

    November 2019

    Robert B

    en was our guide for our Tapei layover tour! He spoke English VERY well and had a great sense of humor! He was knowledgeable about the areas culture and history which made the day very interesting!! I would Recommend Ben to anyone!!!!

    May 2019

    Linda B

    Ben was very personable knowledgeable and fun to be with. We saw a lot in a short time and enjoyed our layover visit very much Thanks Ben!

    October 2018

    Ruth C

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