Taipei Private Custom Tours with a Local: Highlights & Hidden Gems
Overview
Discover Taipei as you would if you were staying with a friend who lived there, on this personalised experience with a Local Host. In just half a day you’ll experience the authentic side of the Taipei as you visit famous attractions and discover hidden gems with a Local Host who knows and loves the city. Explore vibrant Taipei's highlights or discover an off-the-beaten-path neighbourhood, get oriented and immerse yourself in Taipei’s unique culture with a Local Host by your side to navigate on your personalised route that’s been created just for you!
Inclusions
- Private and personalised experience
- 4 hours with a Local Host
- Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or taxi options)
- Local knowledge and insights
- Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Taipei, Taipei
Odds are, ambling down any street in Taipei would confront you with a million sights you’ve never seen before. Wouldn’t it be wonderful, in such an instance, to have somebody by your side to explain just what exactly is going on?
With a local Taipei host, you’ll have that as you explore this bustling, vibrant and ridiculously colourful city together. Tell them what interests you, and then stick around for the journey.
Pass By: Liberty Square, Democracy Blvd, Zhongzheng District, Taipei 100 Taiwan
You might like to start your day with a traditional Taiwanese breakfast before heading to Liberty Square. From here, many of the famous attractions are accessible to you, and you can get your history (and Instagram) kicks by exploring one or many of the surrounding temples and buildings.
Pass By: Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall, 21 Chung-Shan S Rd, Zhongzheng District, Taipei 1004 Taiwan
Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall is a biggie! Ask your host about its political significance.
Pass By: Bopiliao Ancient Street, No.101 Guangzhou Street, Wanhua District, Wanhua, Taipei Taiwan
Travel back in time on Bopiliao Old Street - a relic from the Qing Dynasty,
Pass By: Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf, Taiwan
You could catch a tangerine sunset at Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf.
Pass By: Shilin Night Market, Jihe Road, Shilin, Taipei Taiwan
You could sample some beef noodles, pepper buns, flame-torched sausages and soup dumplings. Are you brave enough for stinky tofu? We reckon you are.
Pass By: Ximending, Wanhua District, Wanhua, Taipei 108 Taiwan
Depending on the timing of your experience, you might like to check out the Shilin and Raohe night markets, climb Elephant Mountain for stellar views over the city, shop in trendy Ximending or get close to nature in Yangmingshan National Park.
Pass By: Raohe Street Night Market, North end of Kee Lung Road, Xinyi District, Taipei Taiwan
Learn all about ingredients you never knew even existed and immerse yourself in this steamy world of culinary brilliance. Some modern apartments are built without kitchens because the nation’s kitchen is outside on the streets.
Now that’s confidence in their street food scene.
Pass By: Dihua Street, Datong District, Datong, Taipei 103 Taiwan
You might want to tick off some famous sights, like Bao’an Temple, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Dihua Street, and let’s not forget that Taipei is all about street food.
In fact, so entrenched is this daily ritual into the fabric of life here, that some apartments are built without kitchens - sample some pork belly buns and bubble tea to see why this would make perfect sense!
Pass By: Elephant Mountain (aka Nangang District Hiking Trail), Lane 150, Songren Rd., Xinyi District, Taipei Taiwan
Your host will take care in mapping out a unique route for you which takes in the city's highlights as well as some hidden gems they know you’ll love
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Taipei, Taipei
Odds are, ambling down any street in Taipei would confront you with a million sights you’ve never seen before. Wouldn’t it be wonderful, in such an instance, to have somebody by your side to explain just what exactly is going on?
With a local Taipei host, you’ll have that as you explore this bustling, vibrant and ridiculously colourful city together. Tell them what interests you, and then stick around for the journey.
Pass By: Liberty Square, Democracy Blvd, Zhongzheng District, Taipei 100 Taiwan
You might like to start your day with a traditional Taiwanese breakfast before heading to Liberty Square. From here, many of the famous attractions are accessible to you, and you can get your history (and Instagram) kicks by exploring one or many of the surrounding temples and buildings.
Pass By: Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall, 21 Chung-Shan S Rd, Zhongzheng District, Taipei 1004 Taiwan
Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall is a biggie! Ask your host about its political significance.
Pass By: Bopiliao Ancient Street, No.101 Guangzhou Street, Wanhua District, Wanhua, Taipei Taiwan
Travel back in time on Bopiliao Old Street - a relic from the Qing Dynasty,
Pass By: Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf, Taiwan
You could catch a tangerine sunset at Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf.
Pass By: Shilin Night Market, Jihe Road, Shilin, Taipei Taiwan
You could sample some beef noodles, pepper buns, flame-torched sausages and soup dumplings. Are you brave enough for stinky tofu? We reckon you are.
Pass By: Ximending, Wanhua District, Wanhua, Taipei 108 Taiwan
Depending on the timing of your experience, you might like to check out the Shilin and Raohe night markets, climb Elephant Mountain for stellar views over the city, shop in trendy Ximending or get close to nature in Yangmingshan National Park.
Pass By: Raohe Street Night Market, North end of Kee Lung Road, Xinyi District, Taipei Taiwan
Learn all about ingredients you never knew even existed and immerse yourself in this steamy world of culinary brilliance. Some modern apartments are built without kitchens because the nation’s kitchen is outside on the streets.
Now that’s confidence in their street food scene.
Pass By: Dihua Street, Datong District, Datong, Taipei 103 Taiwan
You might want to tick off some famous sights, like Bao’an Temple, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Dihua Street, and let’s not forget that Taipei is all about street food.
In fact, so entrenched is this daily ritual into the fabric of life here, that some apartments are built without kitchens - sample some pork belly buns and bubble tea to see why this would make perfect sense!
Pass By: Elephant Mountain (aka Nangang District Hiking Trail), Lane 150, Songren Rd., Xinyi District, Taipei Taiwan
Your host will take care in mapping out a unique route for you which takes in the city's highlights as well as some hidden gems they know you’ll love
Additional information
- After booking, you will receive a short questionnaire, so you’ll be able to tell us more about your interests and preferences. Based on your responses you’ll be matched with a like-minded Local Host
- After booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- City Unscripted and all City Unscripted hosts follow the WHO (World Health Organization) and local government’s health and safety recommendations at all times. To keep up to date with the latest news we recommend visiting these World Health Organization (WHO) website pages.
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Gmk13
October 2023
I did a layover tour with Daphne and it was incredible! City Unscripted had a nice questionnaire to help personalize your trip, and Daphne helped me get exactly what I wanted out of the trip - a look into the city, customs, and history as best as I could in a single day. She even set me up for su...
I did a layover tour with Daphne and it was incredible! City Unscripted had a nice questionnaire to help personalize your trip, and Daphne helped me get exactly what I wanted out of the trip - a look into the city, customs, and history as best as I could in a single day. She even set me up for success when her time with me ended by guiding me to one last location and arranging pick-up for me at a later time at my request. What a fantastic personal experience - would absolutely do again!V5818SInicholasw
October 2023
I had a last minute trip to Taipei, and needed some help exploring. I booked this tour last minute and was contacted right away to help build my itinerary for the next day. I met with Daphne at Liberty Square and, and she showed me the Chiang Kai Shek memorial where we witnessed the changing of t...
I had a last minute trip to Taipei, and needed some help exploring. I booked this tour last minute and was contacted right away to help build my itinerary for the next day. I met with Daphne at Liberty Square and, and she showed me the Chiang Kai Shek memorial where we witnessed the changing of the guards which was a very cool sight to see! We then made our way to various shopping centers and night markets. The food looked very delicious, it was also amazing to see the hustle and bustle of the night market streets. Daphne is extremely knowledgeable about the intricate history of Taipei and I learned a lot during this tour. I highly recommend if you're ever in Taipei!113fredf
August 2023
Daphne was Amazing to say the least. She had us on perfect time for each of the venue's. We arrived at Chiang Kai-Shek and saw the statue and then the doors started to close as we were about to leave. So that was perfect. Then we saw the guards marching down to bring the flag down for the eve...
Daphne was Amazing to say the least. She had us on perfect time for each of the venue's. We arrived at Chiang Kai-Shek and saw the statue and then the doors started to close as we were about to leave. So that was perfect. Then we saw the guards marching down to bring the flag down for the evening all while the sun was setting. We saw the Taoist Temple and the Ocean Goddess Mazu. Learned about the details on the prayer and each of the items used and how it is done. She was very knowledgeable. We then did my favorite thing in tasting all the local food at the street market. She told us of the must have's and we tried a few of them till we got full. The entire place was beautiful and clean. We then went to the shopping district and saw how vast the place really is. My wife and girls were completely amazed with the entire place. I would HIGHLY recommend Requesting Daphne. Could not have been any better with the time we had. She schedule the perfect pickup with a private car, the car and driver were very clean and the drive was kind. He was safe and was on time both for the pickup and drop off. Amazing time for a layover. We would have not been able to see so much without Daphne.Camper793252
July 2023
Daphne our guide did a fantastic job introducing us to Taoism and the Songshan Ciyou Temple we visited. We then walked over to discover many of the incredibly delicious delights of the Raohe Street Night Market! A must-see for all visitors! Arrive hungry! My 3 teenagers and I loved it. Taipei is ...
Daphne our guide did a fantastic job introducing us to Taoism and the Songshan Ciyou Temple we visited. We then walked over to discover many of the incredibly delicious delights of the Raohe Street Night Market! A must-see for all visitors! Arrive hungry! My 3 teenagers and I loved it. Taipei is a very safe and clean city, people are kind and helpful.gap770
July 2023
What an amazing time with Peining. She was early for our tour, kept me interested with many aspects of Taipei and we walked and talked, and she listened to my thoughts and kept the evening moving toward areas I was interested in seeing and visiting. Highly recommend her for any tour, it was rea...
What an amazing time with Peining. She was early for our tour, kept me interested with many aspects of Taipei and we walked and talked, and she listened to my thoughts and kept the evening moving toward areas I was interested in seeing and visiting. Highly recommend her for any tour, it was really a pleasure. Thank you!debandchriso
June 2023
Our tour guide, Daphne, was just awesome. She was patient with my 2 boys and gave really good information on the places we went and food we tried. She spoke really good English and I would recommend her to anyone.
Our tour guide, Daphne, was just awesome. She was patient with my 2 boys and gave really good information on the places we went and food we tried. She spoke really good English and I would recommend her to anyone.