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Taipei: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Taipei, officially Taipei City, is the capital and a special municipality of Taiwan.

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Map of places
Now in the cityTaipei+22°CClear night · sunrise 06:02 AMupdated 09:09 PM
EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.
Places on the map53
Exchange rate$32.59per 1 $TWD — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026
Taipei in pictures24 photos · 1 place
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Getting there and staying

2 sources · As of November 3, 2026
Source: TravelHub · OurAirports (public domain)

Visa and practicalities

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Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.
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Updated information of the health risks you’ll face in Taiwan (‘Health’ page).

US State DepartmentLevel 1Usual care is enough — no special measures.
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Exercise normal precaution in Taiwan . There is a risk of natural disasters in Taiwan, including earthquakes, tsunamis, typhoons, flooding, and extreme heat.

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Getting here

Getting hereOurAirports (public domain)
Taipei Songshan International Airport TSA3.1 km from the centre
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport TPE30 km from the centre
Hualien Chiashan Airport HUN115 km from the centre