Taipei Old Town - Taiwan Introduction Walking Tour (Tip-Based)
Description
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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Please meet us at NTU Hospital Station Exit 4 Street Level.
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.
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.
Colorful covered bazaar selling logo T-shirts, household goods & snacks like ba-wan dumplings.
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.
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.
Zhongshan Hall is a historic building which originally functioned as the Taipei City Public Auditorium.
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- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note the tip to the tour guide is not included in the booking fee.
Reviews(213)
The Taipei Old Town tour was so much better than what we were expecting. I took the tour with my 22 and 16 year old sons. The tour reads a little like a shopping experience but really wasn't. I think Derek, our guide, could tell from the start that we were there for the history and culture so that's what he delivered. We really enjoyed it. Thank you Derek for trudging through the rain with us!
TourMeAway’s Old Town tour was a perfect introduction to Taipei and Taiwan history. Our tour guide Lina used every spot on the tour to weave in stories about Taiwan history and culture. The whole family (kids and adults!) enjoyed the tour.
Guide was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic
Great tour! Lina was an excellent guide. So friendly and really knowledgable about Taiwan and its history. Even with the rain she made it an amazing afternoon!!
We discovered the history and culture of Old Taipei City with Leo. He was awesome. Interesting, funny, full of info, got to try some food specialities and we walked from the east gate to the west. At the end, we knew so much more and felt at home. Highly recommend. You just give tips for the service and it was worth it.
Very informative and enjoyable. The guide was personable and well informed. This tour was on day 1 of our visit and proved to be useful later in the week as we travelled in the city.
Vincent was an excellent, helpful and very informative guide. He was heavy on the history and political situation, which I reallly liked.
Great tour. Lots of historical information. Not too much walking and all flat ground. 2 toilet stops. Recommended.
Good tour with Veronica! We learned a lot. Veronica was knowledgeable and easy to understand. She kept the group moving at a decent pace. We saw places we would never have found on our own and enjoyed the history she shared. Job well done Veronica.
Very informative on Taiwan people and history Good to understand how Taiwan has evolved
