Taipei Historic Shared Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
1. Learn the past 300 years of Taiwanese history in a 3-hour walk
2. Visit all the essential attractions in West Taipei, the old Taipei
3. Get to know Taiwan in different eras - from memories of colonization to remains of Chiang Kai-shek’s Chinese dream
The west end of Taipei was once the center of political and economic activities of the city and where modern development started. This tour takes you through Taiwanese history, looking from the traditional beliefs of the late Qing dynasty, to the cultural shifts under Japanese ruling, then to the political landscape after the arrival of the Nationalist government in 1949. The Historic Tour covers all the essential attractions in West Taipei as well as the stories and legends behind them. Walking from the past to the present, you will see how Taipei is shaped by multiple cultures and historic events and get a clear picture of this amazing city.
*Please note the tip to the tour guide is not included in the booking fee
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Longshan Temple
Longshan Temple is located in the heart of west end Taipei, and serves as the religious center of local community. The temple was first established in the 18th century by Chinese immigrants coming to Taipei, who later built Monga District as their settlement for trade and business. In the following years, Longshan Temple went through a series of earthquakes, typhoons, as well as wartime air raids, but has always remained resilient thanks to renovations, enthusiastic believers and the gods’ blessing. Today, Longshan Temple is one of the most iconic buildings of historic Taipei and a popular destination for sightseeing among foreign visitors and worshipers.
Bopiliao Historic Block
Bopiliao, literally meaning “skin-peeling” was once the commercial center of northern Taipei where Chinese immigrants conducted trade with the indegineous community. During its most glorious years, you would find its street filled with hostels, shops and public bath houses to accomodate the traders and local residents. Here you will also find the best-preserved architecture from Qing dynasty China in Taipei, some of its features have even been incorporated into modern Taiwanese style!
What‘s Included
System fee
Professional English Guide
Gratuities
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Taipei Historic Shared Walking Tour
Reviews
208 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Very good experience to learn about Taiwan's history
153edisonp,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good experience with the tour guide Yuan and Jason. I highly recommend this walking tour to learn of Taiwan's history.
The guide did not show...
Peter K,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00The guide did not show up, and booking this was a waste of time and money. No response to request to refund booking fee.
No Show & No Communication
starofjupiter,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Booked this historical tour for Sunday April 5, 2026. No communication from the vendor prior to the day of tour and No Show by the tour guide(s) on day of tour at 10 am. 30 people waiting for 30 minutes and had to leave and DIY.
Highly recommend this historic Taipei walk
AussieExpat64,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fu and Will led an informative and entertaining tour of historic Taipei. I appreciated their expertise and local knowledge and ended the walk much better informed.
Scam
528tonyv,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.0030 people were waiting at the starting point and our guide never showed. We waited 30 minutes before we dispersed. No answer to phone calls. Chatted with Trip Advisor and they couldn’t get through either. I’m thinking because the price is so low that most people won’t bother complaining. But 30 people had their vacation disrupted by a no-show guide.
Cozy historical tour!
Jeanine L,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I loved this tour so much! It was a very well paced 3 hour tour about the chronological timeline of Taiwanese history. I appreciated the organization/way it was presented and having some free time at each location to look around independently, while also learning a lot from our guides Frances and Teresa. Frances and Teresa were awesome and helped ensure our tour group felt like a group of friends! I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Taipei, especially on your first or second day, to get a sense of the city!
Relatable and understandable your
sirlim101,Mar 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Frances and Luke have tried to make Taiwan’s history understandable and relatable tonus. We learned a bit about politics and Japanese history. We also learned about what one does in these temples. Recommend this if you need a crash course on Taiwanese history.
Poor communication.
hayley r,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00We couldn’t find the meet point. Messaged guide with no response. Didn’t get to go
Taipei Historic Walking Tour -- Loved It!
ML-JS,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband, 17 yr old son and I enjoyed the Taipei Historic Walking Tour in Taipei. We were looking for a great introduction to the highlights of Taipei and this was it. Our two guides told great stories, taught us a ton in 3 hours and answered all of our questions. We learned a lot about the history of Taiwan as well as the political situation. This was an exceptional tour! A few things I enjoyed about the logistics of the tour. With two guides, there was always a guide at the back of the group ensuring no-one was left behind. My boys tend to linger, so it was a relaxing for me to make sure they would not get lost. I also appreciated that the guide used a microphone and speaker. They found great spots for the group to stop & gather when they were speaking. I never had trouble hearing & keeping up with the guide even though we were with a large group. Like It Formosa's Historic Walking Tour is a great overview of both Taipei and Taiwan. I am glad we joined this tour at the beginning of our trip. It gave us great context for the rest of our adventures in Taiwan.
A well-deserved walking urban experience
926bingt,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The two guides, Susie and Kelvin , were very friendly and thoughtful, giving a good sense of humour and rhythm, and were happy with their narration. I love it. The opportunity will continue to choose your other tours.
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