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Taiwan
Taiwan is the sleeper pick in East Asia. Taipei's night markets (Shilin, Raohe, Ningxia) rank among the best in Asia, Taroko Gorge is a day trip that holds up against anywhere, and hot springs at Beitou or Wulai are a cheap local luxury.
Cities
28
Typical trip
7 to 10 days
Currency
TWD
Top cities in Taiwan
Where the Nomapal community is most active. Each city links to buddies, dates, and cost tips.
mediterranean
Taipei
Population 7.9M · mediterranean climate
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mediterranean
New Taipei City
Population 4M · mediterranean climate
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mediterranean
Taichung
Population 2.9M · mediterranean climate
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tropical
Kaohsiung
Population 2.7M · tropical climate
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tropical
Tainan
Population 1.9M · tropical climate
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mediterranean
Banqiao
Population 551.2K · mediterranean climate
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Traveling Taiwan, the honest version
Best for
Food travelers, East Asia repeaters, and Japan lovers on a tighter budget.
Heads up
Typhoons hit July to September. Taroko Gorge closures from landslides are routine in summer.
Standout
A full night market crawl at Raohe, eating bubble tea, pepper buns from the tandoor, stinky tofu, and oyster omelettes. One of the densest food hit rates anywhere.
MONEY ON THE GROUND
TWD. Cards widely accepted, night markets are cash only. EasyCard covers transit and convenience stores.
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mediterranean
Taipei
Population 7.9M · mediterranean climate
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mediterranean
New Taipei City
Population 4M · mediterranean climate
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mediterranean
Taichung
Population 2.9M · mediterranean climate
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tropical
Kaohsiung
Population 2.7M · tropical climate
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tropical
Tainan
Population 1.9M · tropical climate
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mediterranean
Banqiao
Population 551.2K · mediterranean climate
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mediterranean
Taoyuan
Population 475.8K · mediterranean climate
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mediterranean
Hsinchu
Population 453.5K · mediterranean climate
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mediterranean
Taoyuan City
Population 402K · mediterranean climate
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mediterranean
Keelung
Population 362.5K · mediterranean climate
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tropical
Fengshan
Population 356.5K · tropical climate
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mediterranean
Neihu
Population 274.5K · mediterranean climate
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tropical
Chiayi City
Population 263.2K · tropical climate
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tropical
Yongkang
Population 233.7K · tropical climate
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mediterranean
Chang-hua
Population 226.6K · mediterranean climate
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mediterranean
Changhua
Population 226.6K · mediterranean climate
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mediterranean
Zhubei
Population 212.7K · mediterranean climate
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mediterranean
Bade
Population 209.1K · mediterranean climate
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mediterranean
Xizhi
Population 204.6K · mediterranean climate
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mediterranean
Danshui
Population 189.3K · mediterranean climate
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mediterranean
Shulin
Population 180K · mediterranean climate
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mediterranean
Yuanlin
Population 124.7K · mediterranean climate
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mediterranean
Sanxia
Population 115.2K · mediterranean climate
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mediterranean
Neili
Population 112.8K · mediterranean climate
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mediterranean
Douliu
Population 107.9K · mediterranean climate
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mediterranean
Toufen
Population 106.3K · mediterranean climate
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mediterranean
Nantou
Population 105.7K · mediterranean climate
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tropical
Taitung
Population 103.3K · tropical climate
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Frequently asked about Taiwan
How do I find a travel buddy for Taiwan?
Download Nomapal and set Taiwan as your destination. Swipe through travelers heading to the same cities on overlapping dates, match, and chat to plan. You can filter by trip style (solo, couple, backpacker, digital nomad) and city within Taiwan.
How long should I spend in Taiwan?
Most travelers spend 7 to 10 days in Taiwan. A full night market crawl at Raohe, eating bubble tea, pepper buns from the tandoor, stinky tofu, and oyster omelettes. One of the densest food hit rates anywhere.
How much does it cost to travel Taiwan?
Daily cost varies widely by city in Taiwan. Check individual city pages on Nomapal for budget, mid-range, and luxury ranges. TWD. Cards widely accepted, night markets are cash only. EasyCard covers transit and convenience stores.
Is Taiwan safe for solo travelers?
Taiwan is a regular destination for Nomapal solo travelers. Typhoons hit July to September. Taroko Gorge closures from landslides are routine in summer. Matching with another traveler for shared cabs at night and split-cost accommodation is a common Nomapal pattern in Taiwan.
Do I need a visa to visit Taiwan?
Entry requirements for Taiwan vary by nationality. Check the latest visa rules on your government's travel advisory site before booking.
About traveling in Taiwan
Region
Asia
Currency
TWD
Languages
Mandarin
Visa
Entry requirements for Taiwan vary by nationality. Check the latest visa rules on your government's travel advisory site before booking.