The best time to visit Taipei for a holiday is during the fall season, specifically in September, October, and November. The weather during these months is pleasant, neither too cold nor too hot. Apart from that, you can witness the natural beauty and experience some of the best festivals in the city during these months.

It is recommended to spend at least five days in Taipei, which allows you to explore the city’s fascinating attractions. Don't forget to plan a detailed itinerary before your trip.

Taipei offers numerous interesting places worth exploring. You can visit Taipei 101 to admire the beauty of the city from the 89th floor. Standing at a height of 500 meters, Taipei 101 is an iconic landmark resembling a bamboo stalk. Additionally, you can visit historical sites such as the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, the 18th-century Longshan Temple, and the National Palace Museum.

You can take a bike ride along the Tamsui riverside and admire the breathtaking sunset view. To reach the Tamsui riverside located near Taipei, simply hop on the Taipei Metro and disembark at Tamsui Station (red line). In addition, you can relax in the natural hot springs of Beitou and savor traditional tea in the Maokong district. You might also want to treat yourself to a knife massage at the Ancient Art of Knife Massage Dao Liao IChing Education Center near Taipei Main Station. For some entertainment, do not miss the opportunity to visit a karaoke place (known as KTV), which can be found throughout the city.

Taipei is famous for its delicious traditional dishes, such as niu rou mian (beef noodle soup), green onion pancake, hot pot, hu jiao bing (black pepper pork buns), lu rou fan (pork rice bowl), Taiwanese large fried chicken, pineapple cake, oyster omelet, and chou dou fu (stinky tofu). Also, make sure not to miss the opportunity to try bubble milk tea or boba tea while you're in the city.