Taipei Old Town - Taiwan Introduction Walking Tour (Tip-Based)

4.8 (223 reviews) 2 h 15 min Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

The tip-based introduction tour of Taipei takes you on a captivating journey through the old town to Ximen, unveiling stories and witnessing how history and its people shaped Taiwan's identity today.

Have you ever wondered which foreign powers once ruled Taiwan? Are you familiar with the poignant stories behind the 228 tragedy? Do you know the remarkable journey that has transformed Taiwan into what it is today? Our tour will provide all the answers, offering deep insights into Taiwan's history, politics, and culture.

This free walking tour leads you through many historic prominent sites. With our enthusiastic guides, you'll explore both well-known landmarks and hidden gems, ensuring an engaging, informative, and unforgettable experience!

Please note the tip to the tour guide is not included in the booking fee.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 h 15 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: TourMeAway - Free Walking Tour In Taipei

Ages: Adults (1–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Join if you are late or lost: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dwg39AN2QbW1wpvLV8ufTY?mode=ems_copy_t
Included: Professional Guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Snacks

Itinerary

Stop 1

Passing by

Please meet us at NTU Hospital Station Exit 4 Street Level.
228 Peace Memorial Park

20 min

The 228 Peace Memorial Park is a historic site and municipal park located at 3 Ketagalan Boulevard, Zhongzheng District, Taipei, Taiwan. The park contains memorials to victims of the February 28 Incident of 1947, including the 228 Memorial Monument that stands at the center of the park and the Taipei 228 Memorial Museum, housed at the site of a former radio station that operated under Japanese and Kuomintang rule. The National Taiwan Museum stands at the park's north entrance. The park also has a bandshell and exercise areas.
Presidential Office Building

Passing by

Originally built to serve as the Office of the Governor-General of Taiwan during the Japanese colonial period, the Presidential Office Building is one of the most recognizable buildings in Taiwan. During World War II, the building sustained damage from Allied forces, and was restored after the war to serve as the office of the Governor-General of Taiwan province and military affairs office, and following the Chinese Civil War, the building began to serve as the Presidential Office Building of the Kuomintang leadership in Taipei.
Chengzhong Market

10 min

Colorful covered bazaar selling logo T-shirts, household goods & snacks like ba-wan dumplings.
Ximending

one hour

The "Harajuku" of Taipei, this pedestrian shopping haven is one of the city's culture centres, hosting a massive variety of fashion clothing shops, eclectic restaurants, clubs, and bars.
Ximen Red House - Ximending

20 min

Built in 1908 by the Japanese, this Western-style building and its surrounding square located at Ximending is home to Taipei's creative and culture industry, hosting exhibitions and performances daily.

Originally, the complex with built to serve as the first government-operated public-run market, and now is classed and preserved as a municipal heritage site. The building features an octagonal entrance and cross-shaped floor plan where merchants could showcase their goods. Today the market has modernised to become a space for the creative and art industry, including an outdoor Market for Artists and Designers located within the North Square.
Taipei Zhongshan Hall

10 min

Zhongshan Hall is a historic building which originally functioned as the Taipei City Public Auditorium.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please meet us here: MRT NTU Hospital Station Exit No.4 (Street Level)

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End point

Using your ticket

Meeting Point: MRT NTU Hospital Station Exit. 4 Street Level (Red Line)

or Google Maps: Taipei Old Town - Taiwan Introduction Free Walking Tour Meeting Point - TourMeAway

To avoid the booking fee, you may book the tour on our website: https://tourmeaway.com/tours/oldtown.

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Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.