Private Tour

Taipei Old Town - Taiwan Introduction Walking Tour (Tip-Based)

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours 15 minutes

Mobile ticket

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‘s Included

Join if you are late or lost: https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dwg39AN2QbW1wpvLV8ufTY?mode=ems_copy_t

Professional Guide

Gratuities

Snacks

What To Expect

Please meet us at NTU Hospital Station Exit 4 Street Level.

Admission Not Applicable

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.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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Reviews

4.77

155 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

137

Great tour!
Shu L,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great information about Old Taipei. Taille our guide was very informative and took us on a walk around town. This helped to get a general layout idea of the area if you want to go back to do your own exploring. She was open to questions and was very helpful. Wear comfortable shoes as there will be many steps involved. Great tour when you first get into Taiwan.
Exceptional tour of Taipei
AWC1111,
Nov 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I booked this tour to gain an understanding of the city’s history and culture. I got that and so much more. Our guide Bessy was incredible: knowledgeable, engaging, and sweet. She made 2.5 hours fly by.
A great way to learn about Taipei and Taiwan.
paulgray1,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I am a bit of a history bod so this was perfect for me. Vincent, our guide was really informative and introduced us to the history and development of Taipei and Taiwan. It was really interesting particularly in his explanation about the influence of the 50 year colonisation by the Japanese. I presumed that the Taiwanese people would have hated the Japanese but he was kind about them in their positive legacy in culture, manners, education and buildings that they left. I thought the tour was excellent and added to my knowledge about Taiwan,Taipei and its people.
Get a comedian to give history lessons - James had us laughing inappropriately
Shelley T,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Interesting history about Taiwan politics and the culture of the peoples. Delivered with humour punches by James. Because he tortured us a little on a stone path he took us out for icecream & gave a great lunch spot recommendation.
1st TourMeAwayTour
Mike W,
Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Vincent is very knowledgeable and a subject matter expert for the Old Town Taipei Tour. He explained everything in detail and well on all the historical sites that we visited today. He definitely deserve a raise and/or a promotion for all the hard work that he put in.
Informative historical tour and lectures
garytani,
Oct 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Informative history of Taiwan’s past and effect on current political and economic climate given by Bri, our tour guide and lecturer. Lots of info provided in good size group tour of 10+ guests.
This tour was well worth...
Chloe C,
Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This tour was well worth it, if you are interested in history and culture. We had Tâilé and she was a really good guide, really enthusiastic and passionate. The weather wasn’t great and non stop rain but she made sure for many parts we were undercover whilst she told us about the history of the old town. Well recommended, thanks.
Fascinating and informative a must do tour.
Hamish A,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Leo was brilliant, extremely interesting and informative. Great emotional intelligence and inclusive. He explained the complicated and complex history of the region very well.
Great tour, done at a good pace. Highly recommended?
Paola B,
Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great tour done at a very reasonable and comfortable pace, even for our kids:) The Guide (Veronica) was great managing a fairly big group in the heat, and gave us many interesting insights into Taiwan’s history. Highly recommended.
Taipei Old Town tour with Leo
LPmama,
Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Thanks to Leo, I learnt more about Taiwan political history. Despite the scorching hot sun, he made the tour lively and engaging, always making effort to engage everyone in the group, and helpful in giving tips in food and other historical site visits. Highly recommended .