Taipei City Morning Tour with National Palace Museum entry
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
If you are planning your first trip to Taipei, or being tied up with a busy schedule and never had an opportunity to travel around the city during your business trip in Taipei, this half-day tour to Taipei is your best choice to visit the city's must-see landmarks, including National Palace Museum, Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, and Longshan Temple.
Through this guided tour, you will have a glimpse on the history and the background of the attractions that you visit within a half-day. After then, you still have extra time for yourself, that you can explore the city on your own or proceed on your own schedule.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair users need to bring their own folding wheelchairs, the vehicle is not able to accommodate power chairs.
A small amount of walking is involved; comfortable shoes are recommended.
What To Expect
National Palace Museum
The first stop on your Taipei half-day tour is the world-famous National Palace Museum, which is also one of the world’s largest museums. With a collection of nearly 700,000 pieces of ancient Chinese artifacts and artworks, the museum showcases 8,000 years of Chinese art history spanning multiple dynasties. Two of the most famous artworks on display are “the Jadeite Cabbage” and “the Meat-Shaped Stone”, which are the must-sees in National Palace Museum.
Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall
The next stop is Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, an impressive monument in memory of the late president of the Republic of China, Chang Kai-shek. To reach the main hall, you need to climb up 89 steps, which represent Chang Kai-Shek’s age when he died. Here the changing of the guard ceremony takes place every hour on the hour from 09:00 in the main hall.
Options
Private Tour (EN, CN, VN)
Tour Type: Enjoy this half-day tour with your own private guide, and pickup and drop-off at your accommodation in downtown Taipei City.
Group Tour (EN, CN)
Tour type: Enjoy a join-in tour and meet people of all ages from different countries. (fixed meeting point)
What‘s Included
Local General Liabilities Insurance
Professional licensed tour guide
Entrance ticket (National Palace Museum)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off (if private option selected)
Meals
Explore more, Bottle less, Save the planet!
Tipping is not required, but it's a wonderful way to show appreciation for your guide's service.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
241 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Taipei National Palace Museum and Taipei City
Edward K,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Edison Tour Company and Viator are excellent. Teresa the greeter/guide, saw me walking up to the meet point and greeted me right away, I did not have to ask, Teresa is terrific! James the tour guide is very knowledgeable, speaks English and showed things and explained history that I would not have seen and heard without him and Edison Tours
Great extended layover tour
marieritab,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I took this tour on an extended layover in Taipei as I wanted to make the most of my time and see the city. This half day tour was perfect and included three cultural stops. The National Palace Museum is huge and houses so many artifacts that it would be hard to see them all. Our tour guide was able to show us the most valuable and important pieces and provide history and stories behind them. We were able to see the changing of the guard at Memorial Hall and visit the beautiful Longshan Temple. James our tour guide was a wealth of knowledge and kept us on time. This tour is great for anyone pressed for time that wants a taste of Taipei.
We had a very fun and...
Anna M,Apr 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a very fun and enjoyable morning with David as our guide. The tour was definitely worth it. Thank you David!
National Palace Museum
Richard M,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide showed us highlights of the Palace Museum. We also saw the changing of the guards at the memorial and the city's oldest temple.
Recommend this tour
Kerrie N,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great tour with Reina and our driver Mr Wei. Reina was very knowledgeable, friendly and accommodating. Mr Wei was very good with his driving. Pick up was easy, punctual and convenient. Sights were very enjoyable and Reina was able to explain and show everything to us. Many thanks
Perfect tour
MirjanaB1370,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything was perfect. Tour guide was very nice. I very recommended this tour.
Must do in Taipei
Tara B,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00James was fantastic as a tour guide. We had a private tour with interesting background on the items in all of the places. I only had a few hours to sight see and this hits many of the major landmarks. You won’t regret going on this tour!
James and Vincent combo...
Kazuo S,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00James and Vincent combo was great team! Very knowledgable and well prepared. Only half day tour but time well spent.
Great Tour for Major Historic Taipei Sites
julieemikoy,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Perfect half day tour of Taipei.James, our guide gave us a concise, informative history of Taiwan. He took us to the National Museum first to avoid the crowds and pointed out major pieces of significance.Great tour for those pressed for time.
Highlights of Taipei
Kenechukwu U,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour. Duration was just right. Not too long and not too short. We enjoyed it immensely and our guide was great
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