Taipei: Walking Tour with Old Town, Temple, or Vintage Tour Taipei's Origin & Longshan Temple Tour

Discover Taipei’s history and culture on a guided walking tour. Choose from 3 options: Old Town Taiwan Introduction Tour, Longshan Temple Taipei's Origin Tour, or Dadaocheng Vintage Tour with Sunset.
Choose the experience that fits your travel style: a powerful introduction to Taiwan’s modern history in the Old Town, a deep cultural dive into folk beliefs at Longshan Temple, or a nostalgic stroll through the vintage streets and markets of Dadaocheng.

Whichever option you pick, immerse yourself in Taipei’s most historic neighborhoods, learn Taiwan’s culture first-hand, and see far more than what you would discover on your own. Your enthusiastic local guide will blend history, politics, religion, and everyday life into an engaging walk filled with landmarks, hidden corners, and meaningful stories.

Option 1: Taipei Old Town Introduction Tour

Follow captivating stories from the past to the present and discover how history shaped Taiwan into what it is today. Ever wondered which foreign powers once ruled Taiwan? What really happened around the 228 tragedy? How did Taipei evolve into a modern capital with a unique identity? This tour connects the dots clearly, respectfully, and in a way that feels alive as you walk the streets where it happened.

Major stops include:

- 228 Peace Memorial Park
- Presidential Office (viewpoint)
- Inner City Market
- Zhongshan Hall
- Ximending
- Red House Theater

Option 2: Taipei’s Origins and Longshan Temple Cultural Tour

Uncover the essence of Taiwanese culture in Taipei’s oldest district, home to the legendary Longshan Temple, a centuries-old treasure filled with colorful dragons and over 100 folk gods. Learn how Taiwanese people pray, what they pray for, and why temples remain central to community life today. Want extra luck? Your guide will show you traditional practices like throwing moon blocks (divination) and how locals interpret the answers, plus stories of popular gods connected to learning, love, safety, and success.

Major stops include:

- Mengxia Park
- Bopiliao Historical Block
- Herbal Alley
- Longshan Temple

Option 3: Dadaocheng Vintage Taipei and Sunset Tour

Experience the most nostalgic side of Taipei in Dadaocheng, a historic merchant district known for beautiful old streets, traditional shops, and markets that locals still rely on. Explore vintage architecture, carefully selected stores with treasures and stories, and the world of traditional Chinese herbs and dry goods. End near a vibrant dockside food market area, where sunset views and local flavors make the perfect finish to your walk.

Major stops include:

- Fa Zho Gong Temple and Taipei Xia Hai City God Temple (famous for 月老, the matchmaker deity)
- Hidden lanes of Dadaocheng
- Chinese herbal and dry products market
- Dockside food market and sunset views

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.