
Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Taipei Private Tour
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 119 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Taipei Private Tour worth booking?
Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Taipei Private Tour is a 3.5-hour experience in Taipei, Taiwan, from $96 per person. It scores 80 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 119 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 80 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (119)
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- From
- $96 per person
This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Taipei from a unique perspective! Get to know Taipei on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, with city highlights, hidden gems, storytelling, and a local treat - this tour has it all! Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Taipei at its best but from the eyes of a local. Check out main landmarks like Chiang Kei Shek Statue, Bao’an Temple, Maji Market and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of a knowledgeable local guide. And the cherry on top, a local treat is included. Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups.
What you get
About this experience
This is not just another city tour; this is the best of Taipei from a unique perspective! Get to know Taipei on a city tour that gives you the perfect overview, with city highlights, hidden gems, storytelling, and a local treat - this tour has it all! Forget about big touristy groups and the crowds; it's time to see Taipei at its best but from the eyes of a local. Check out main landmarks like Chiang Kei Shek Statue, Bao’an Temple, Maji Market and uncover hidden gems and city secrets with the help of a knowledgeable local guide. And the cherry on top, a local treat is included. Withlocals Highlights & Hidden Gems Private City Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups.
What's included
Included
- Private tour
- Transportation
- 1 local drink/tasting
- Private Guide
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Extra food & drinks
What you'll see and do
Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall
Start your tour under the flag at Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall. Enjoy one of Taipei's most impressive features while learning about the history of Taiwan and how it came to be
30 minutes here
Bridal Street (Aiguo East Road)
Learn about the Chinese tradition of reflexology and try out a hidden 'health path'
30 minutes here
Nanmen Market
You will have to look twice to spot this amazing local market with an abundance of dried fruits and meats to tr
30 minutes here
Bao'an Temple
If you haven't already, it's time to use the MRT. Get off at the beautiful Bao'an temple and discover the stories that lie within!
20 minutes here
Wander to a local street full of authentic places, try a bubble tea at a 38 year old shop
20 minutes here
Lin An Tai Historical House & Museum
Fancy grabbing a cab or a bike? Choose your mode of transport to the Lin Antai Home which has 200 hundred years of history within its gardens
20 minutes here
Taipei Fine Arts Museum
Admire the architecture of the Fine Arts Museum and find out what expeditions are going on at the time. Enjoy the pieces that spread through the fine arts park whilst learning about Taiwans famous aboriginal culture
30 minutes here
MAJI Square
Top off your tour at the Maji Market. Why not try something from one of the food trucks or buy something from the local organic shop?
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Taipei
MRT Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall station Exit 5.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
MRT Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall station Exit 5.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- zh-TW, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Withlocals
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Private tour: only you & your local guide
- CO2 Neutral: all tours carbon emissions are offset
- Post Covid-19 regulations are applied to this product with regards to the number of participants, delivery methods of the tour and content of the tour.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 118 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
118 verified traveler reviews for Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Taipei Private Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Very nice tour through Taipei!
Really great experience. Very nice and enjoyable tour with many interesting highlights from Taipei. Garen is a fantastic guide and very recommendable!
via Viator
Highly recommend!
Eva was absolutely fantastic! We did the Hidden Gems tour of Taipei with her, and it ended up being one of the highlights of our trip. She took my partner and me to places we never would have discovered on our own, and there’s no way we could have experienced so much in the limited time we had in Taipei. One of the surprises was the tea tasting. I honestly didn’t think it was something I would be that interested in, but I’m so glad we did it — it was such a unique and memorable experience. Eva was warm, knowledgeable, engaging, and made the entire day feel personal rather than like a typical tour. She really gave us a chance to experience a side of Taipei we otherwise would have missed. She also gave us recommendations for other places to see and places to eat while we are here on our short stay in Taipei. I highly recommend this tour, and if you have the opportunity to do it with Eva, even better. I truly couldn’t recommend her more!
via Viator
Awesome Tour!
This was the best tour we took on our 3 week trip to Asia. Pauline, our tour guide, was amazing. She was knowledgeable, spoke great English and she told really good stories. She brought Taiwan history to life. We walked down small alleyways, ate food, drank bubble tea and really enjoyed ourselves. Take this tour!
via Viator
Garen was perfection
Garen was incredible. I changed the time for our tour multiple times and even the day due to travel hiccups and illness. She was so flexible and responsive. Once we finally did meet though, we were so impressed that she knew mandarin, Cantonese, and English. She was energetic and full of information. Patient with both my elderly mother and young tired kids. She was incredible and her own history with Taiwan is interesting as well. Please book her. She took pictures of our family, gave us great tips about the city, and is such an amazing person. Ask for Garen and book this tour.
via Viator
Garen is the best. Great tour!
Garen was an incredible guide. She was knowledgeable and passionate and communicated well. She gave us flexibility on our trip to spend more times with the things we were interested in. I highly recommend taking a tour with Garen. She’s amazing!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $96 to $152
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 42
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by Withlocals, who run 170 experiences we rank across 55 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 67.4.
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Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Taipei Private Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Taipei.
How much does Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Taipei Private Tour cost?
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Prices start at $96 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Taipei usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Taipei Private Tour take?
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Plan for about 3.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Taipei is not rushed.
Is Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Taipei Private Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 80 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 119 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Taipei, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Taipei Private Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Taipei Private Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Taipei Private Tour?
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Around 42 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Taipei can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Taipei and add a light layer if any part of the 3.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Taipei Private Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Taipei within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Taipei?
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On Outty we rank every Taipei experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Small-Group: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour from Taipei, Full-Day Private Custom Taipei City Tour, Private Taroko Gorge National Park Day Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Taipei?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Taipei?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Taipei Private Tour?
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Included: Private tour; Transportation; 1 local drink/tasting; and Private Guide. Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; and Extra food & drinks. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Taipei Private Tour?
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MRT Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall station Exit 5. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Taipei Private Tour offered in?
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It is offered in Chinese and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Taipei Private Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Taipei Private Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Taipei. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Highlights & Hidden Gems With Locals: Best of Taipei Private Tour?
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Across 119 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide, food and drink. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
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