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Taipei, Taiwan

A friendly, night-market-driven capital, and an easy gateway to East Asia.

Main airport: Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

Local Time

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Current Weather

30°C

Clear sky 12 km/h

Coordinates

25.0777, 121.2330

106 m elevation

Nearby Airports

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Taipei's night markets, hot spring day trips, and a genuinely efficient MRT system make it one of the more approachable big cities in Asia for a short visit. Its airport connects well across East and Southeast Asia, making it a workable regional meeting point.

Best time to visit

October–December and March–April avoid both the summer heat and the typhoon season that typically runs July–September.

Top attractions

•Taipei 101, once the world's tallest building, with an observation deck
•The National Palace Museum's collection of Chinese imperial artifacts
•Shilin Night Market for street food
•Longshan Temple
•A day trip to the Beitou or Jiaoxi hot springs

Practical tips

•The Taoyuan Airport MRT connects Taoyuan Airport (TPE) to Taipei Main Station in 35–50 minutes depending on the express or all-stop service.
•An EasyCard covers the MRT, buses, and even convenience store purchases across the city.
•Typhoon season (roughly July–September) can disrupt flights and outdoor plans — check forecasts if traveling during those months.

Frequently asked questions

What airport serves Taipei?

Taipei's main airport is Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE).

When is the best time to visit Taipei?

October–December and March–April avoid both the summer heat and the typhoon season that typically runs July–September.

Is Taipei a good place to meet someone flying from a different city?