Things to do in Taiwan
Where to go in Taiwan, when to visit, and what a trip costs.
Places to visit in Taiwan
- Things to do in Taipei city, food, nature
Best time to visit Taiwan
When flights to each destination are cheapest.
- Taipei
- The cheapest months to fly to Taipei are typically February (after Lunar New Year) through early April, and again in September-October, when fares from US hubs can run 20-35% below summer and holiday peak prices. Avoid flying around Lunar New Year (late January-February) and major Golden Week holidays when prices spike sharply.
Is Taiwan expensive?
It depends on the city and how you travel. Open any destination below and set your dates, budget and home airport to get an estimated total for flights, stays and day-to-day spending, rather than a generic average.
Free things to do in Taiwan
- Taipei: Elephant Mountain Hike A short but rewarding climb delivers the iconic Taipei 101 skyline shot, totally free and thrilling at sunset.