Taipei 101
A 508-metre skyscraper with an observation deck, once the world's tallest building.
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Taipei: airports, things to do and where to stay
Taipei, Taiwan's capital, blends night markets and temples with one of the world's tallest skyscrapers.
Taipei airports
From the airport to central Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport airport is about 34 km from central Taipei.
Airport MRT
A direct metro line reaches Taipei Main Station in about 35-40 minutes, with an express and an all-stop service.
Bus
Coaches run to central Taipei and other cities, useful for destinations off the MRT line.
Taxi
Taxis wait outside each terminal; the ride to central Taipei takes about 40-50 minutes depending on traffic.
From the airport to central Taipei
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Taipei Songshan Airport airport is about 4 km from central Taipei.
Taxi
Taxis wait outside the terminal, or can be booked in advance; agree the fare before getting in.
Bus
Airport or local buses connect the terminal with the centre of Taipei, timed around flights.
Taipei
Things to do in Taipei
Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall
A monumental white memorial with a changing-of-the-guard ceremony, set in a large park.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Taipei?
Taipei is served by Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
How far is the airport from central Taipei?
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport airport is about 34 km from central Taipei.
How do I get from the airport to central Taipei?
From Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport airport you can take Airport MRT (train), Bus, and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Taipei?
Highlights of Taipei include Taipei 101 and Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall.
Photo credits
- Taipei 101: CEphoto, Uwe Aranas, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall: AngMoKio, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons