Private Tour
Taipei Old Town - Taiwan Introduction Walking Tour (Tip-Based)
Overview
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2 hours 15 minutes
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The tip-based introduction tour of Taipei takes you on a captivating journey through the old town to Ximen, unveiling stories and witnessing how history and its people shaped Taiwan's identity today.
Have you ever wondered which foreign powers once ruled Taiwan? Are you familiar with the poignant stories behind the 228 tragedy? Do you know the remarkable journey that has transformed Taiwan into what it is today? Our tour will provide all the answers, offering deep insights into Taiwan's history, politics, and culture.
This free walking tour leads you through many historic prominent sites. With our enthusiastic guides, you'll explore both well-known landmarks and hidden gems, ensuring an engaging, informative, and unforgettable experience!
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
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note the tip to the tour guide is not included in the booking fee.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Please meet us at NTU Hospital Station Exit 4 Street Level.
228 Peace Memorial Park
The 228 Peace Memorial Park is a historic site and municipal park located at 3 Ketagalan Boulevard, Zhongzheng District, Taipei, Taiwan. The park contains memorials to victims of the February 28 Incident of 1947, including the 228 Memorial Monument that stands at the center of the park and the Taipei 228 Memorial Museum, housed at the site of a former radio station that operated under Japanese and Kuomintang rule. The National Taiwan Museum stands at the park's north entrance. The park also has a bandshell and exercise areas.
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Taipei Old Town - Taiwan Introduction Walking Tour (Tip-Based)
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Reviews
165 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Just do the tour. You won't regret it.
brostoevski,,Dec 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00One of the more informative city tours I've ever done. Vincent was a wonderful guide! I had been in Taipei for a day before doing the tour and the tour answered many questions that had arisen: why does Taipei feel kinda Japanese? What's the relationship between China and Taiwan today? Why are there these huge streets? I would've enjoyed Taipei regardless if I took the tour but I learned so much more about the sights I was seeing. Highly recommended!
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely Outstanding Walking Tour – A Must-Do in Taipei!
Shay S,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely Outstanding Walking Tour – A Must-Do in Taipei! We had an INCREDIBLE experience on the “Taipei Old Town – Taiwan Introduction Walking Tour (Tip-Based)”, and a huge part of that was thanks to our amazing tour conductor, Vincent. Vincent is super cool, wildly informative, and genuinely passionate about Taipei and Taiwan’s history, culture, and everyday life. He has an incredible way of bringing the old town to life—sharing fascinating stories, local insights, and historical context in a way that’s engaging, fun, and never boring. You can tell he truly loves what he does, and that energy is contagious. The route through Taipei Old Town was perfectly curated, giving us a deep understanding of Taiwan’s past while also connecting it to modern Taipei. Vincent answered every question with depth and clarity, sprinkled in humor, and made everyone feel welcome and involved—no matter where you’re from or how much you already know. This tour is the perfect introduction to Taipei and an absolute must for first-time visitors or anyone wanting a richer, more meaningful experience of the city. We walked away feeling informed, inspired, and even more in love with Taiwan. 👏 Bravo, Vincent! Thank you for an unforgettable tour. We highly recommend this experience and would do it again in a heartbeat!
James is a great guide!
Hailey B,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00James was amazing!! We learned so much in a short time and he kept it interesting for the entire tour. He’s also absolutely hilarious! Highly recommend this tour!
Great walking tour
BabsinCA,,Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Chester was super engaging. Group was about 10-12 people but had a mic so everyone could hear easily. Great mix of info on sites, history, culture and a little food trivia and option to try a typical drink. Definitely worthwhile and enjoyable. Thank you.
Great tour and guide!
Jack M,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Really nice tour that helped get our bearings and brush up on out Taiwanese history. We went on this tour day 1 of our trip and I would highly recommend! Chester our guide was friendly and knowledgeable and funny!
Glad we did it!
athenatong7,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We signed up for the tour last minute and are glad that we did it. Our guide was Chester who was pretty good and funny.
Book this tour, you won’t regret it.
Greg P,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a great tour. It’s an easy walk but you cover a lot of Taiwan’s history. Chester, the tour guide, really knows his stuff and was a terrific guide. I’ll happily recommended him to anyone I know coming to this fabulous city.
Very informative tour!
Douglas W,,Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Bessie was an amazing and knowledgeable guide. She took the time to explain Taiwan's history, including not only the succession of occupiers, but how they impacted the island and how the population felt about them. Great discussion of Qing influence, Japanese influence, and 228 and Chiang Kai-shek's flee to Taiwan. Good further discussion on Taiwan to day as well.
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michaelnL305AZ,,Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great tour for a great price! Leo Hsiao was able to offer an engrossing experience over the course of just a few hours. The atmosphere swings from fun to sombre at a natural pace. Small crowds and low prices make this an easy recommendation for any group.
Brilliant Tour! Full of passion and depth
Cruiser11625953089,,Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00For anyone visiting Taipei, this tour is a MUST. Tâilé, our guide was deeply passionate and articulate in sharing the history of Taiwan and its people. Right off the gate I knew this was going to be an excellent experience. I could viscerally feel the emotions and the pride that people of Taiwan carry. Tâilé engaged with our questions deeply and the whole experience was quite moving. I am looking forward to more tours with TourMeAway.
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