Even though Taipei is the capital of Taiwan, it's not that popular amongst tourists. However, it is considered to be an up and coming destination. If you do plan on visiting the area, here's one example of what one day in Taipei could look like.

Before You Go
If you are wanting to save money, plan your trip for the month of June when prices are lower. If going during the summer or fall, be prepared for very hot weather and quite a few rain showers. Pack lightweight clothing and comfortable walking shoes as this city will require you to do a lot of walking at times.

The Morning
Figure out where you are going and how you want to get there. The Taipei Metro Train (MRT) will get you where you need to go in most instances. If it doesn't, there are plenty of metered cabs. It's important to map out your route ahead of time as there may be some LED screens in English at some stops, but this usually isn't the case. After you've done that, get a hearty breakfast to prepare you for a full day ahead. One of the great things about this country is that you don't have to pack snacks to tide you over from one meal to the next as this country has the highest capita density of convenience stores anywhere in the world! A popular restaurant for breakfast is Fuhang Doujiang. This eatery can have long lines, but it's worth it. After breakfast, check out the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall. It's easily accessible by the MRT and it overlooks both the National Concert Hall and National Theatre. The memorial hall opens at 9 a.m. and you can easily spend an hour there. Don't forget to check out the changing of the guard ceremony that happens every hour. When you're done, head on over to the Longshan Temple that is located at station exit 1. It was built back in 1738 and has complimentary incense for those that want to say a prayer.

Lunch
Yongkang Street is the place to go to check out a lot of different eateries. For some of the best steamed pork dumplings around, go to Din Tai Fung. Yong Kang Beef is also a good choice for those that want to try some more traditional dishes.

The Afternoon
There are a lot of things that you can check out in the afternoon. Taipei 101 is the world's 8^th tallest skyscraper and worth a look. The National Palace Museum has quite a collection of Chinese art and artifacts. You could easily spend 2-3 hours here.

Dinner
The best time to go to the Shilin Night Market, is well, at night! There are a variety of food carts that serve everything from fried chicken steak to pearl milk tea. The options are pretty much endless. If you are looking for something to do after dinner, Ximending is a good option. Itâ??s a fairly safe place to hang out and do some people watching while having a nightcap.