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What to Book in Advance in Taipei
A per-attraction verdict for Taipei: what must be booked in advance and how far ahead, when tickets are released, the quietest time to visit and what it costs. Sorted by how early you need to act.
Verdicts checked 2026-09-29 · 14 verified verdicts
Book these in advance
Taipei 101
Book a day aheadBooking ahead is recommended
Advance online tickets with a timed slot avoid long elevator queues, especially at sunset.
- How far ahead:
- A day or two ahead, especially on weekends
- Timed entry:
- Yes
- Quietest time:
- Weekday mornings shortly after opening
- Typical price:
- TWD 420-600
National Palace Museum
Book a day aheadBooking ahead is recommended
Very popular with tour groups, so an advance ticket skips long weekday queues.
- How far ahead:
- A day ahead, busier on weekends and holidays
- Timed entry:
- No
- Quietest time:
- Weekday mornings at opening
- Typical price:
- TWD 350
Walk in, no need to pre-book
Walk-in tickets are fine
A modest museum and open thermal valley with manageable queues that rarely require advance tickets.
Not verified yet, check the official site before you go
- Quietest time:
- Weekday mornings
Tamsui Old Street & Fort San Domingo
Walk in OKWalk-in tickets are fine
The old street is free and the fort is a small site where buying on arrival is fine.
Not verified yet, check the official site before you go
- Quietest time:
- Weekday mornings
National Taiwan Science Education Center
Walk in OKWalk-in tickets are fine
A large science centre with steady flow where same day ticket purchase is normally fine.
Not verified yet, check the official site before you go
- Quietest time:
- Weekday mornings
Maokong Gondola
Walk in OKWalk-in tickets are fine
A public gondola with frequent cabins where buying a ticket on site is normal.
- Quietest time:
- Weekday late mornings
Treasure Hill Artist Village
Walk in OKWalk-in tickets are fine
A cultural village with moderate reviews where buying admission at the door is normally fine.
Not verified yet, check the official site before you go
- Quietest time:
- Weekday mornings
Free, no ticket needed
Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall
Free entryFree, no ticket needed
The memorial grounds and hall are free and easy to enter any time.
- Quietest time:
- Late afternoon after 16:00
- Typical price:
- Free
Longshan Temple
Free entryFree, no ticket needed
A working temple with no admission charge, just walk in any time.
- Quietest time:
- Early morning around opening
- Typical price:
- Free
Shilin Night Market
Free entryFree, no ticket needed
An open-air night market, no ticket needed, you just walk in and pay per stall.
- Quietest time:
- Early evening just after opening
- Typical price:
- Free
Raohe Street Night Market
Free entryFree, no ticket needed
An open-air night market with no admission charge, just walk in.
- Quietest time:
- Early evening just after opening
- Typical price:
- Free
Elephant Mountain (Xiangshan)
Free entryFree, no ticket needed
A public hiking trail with no admission charge, just show up.
- Quietest time:
- Early morning on weekdays
- Typical price:
- Free
Yangmingshan National Park
Free entryFree, no ticket needed
A national park with no admission charge, just show up and explore.
- Quietest time:
- Weekday mornings
- Typical price:
- Free
Beitou Public Library
Free entryFree, no ticket needed
A public library with free entry and no admission charge, you just walk in.
- Quietest time:
- Weekday mornings
- Typical price:
- Free
Huashan 1914 Creative Park
Free entryFree, no ticket needed
An open creative park with free public access, entry only costs for specific exhibitions.
- Quietest time:
- Weekday mornings
- Typical price:
- Free
Bopiliao Historic Block
Free entryFree, no ticket needed
An open historic street block with free public access, no admission ticket required.
- Quietest time:
- Weekday mornings
- Typical price:
- Free
Ningxia Night Market
Free entryFree, no ticket needed
A public street market with no admission charge, you just walk in and pay per stall.
- Quietest time:
- Right at opening around 5 PM on weekdays
- Typical price:
- Free
Daan Forest Park
Free entryFree, no ticket needed
A free public city park open 24 hours, just walk in anytime.
- Quietest time:
- Early weekday mornings
- Typical price:
- Free
Booking questions about Taipei
What should I book in advance in Taipei?
Book these first: Taipei 101 (A day or two ahead, especially on weekends), National Palace Museum (A day ahead, busier on weekends and holidays). Everything else can be bought on the day or is free.
Do I need to book Taipei 101 in advance?
It is recommended. Advance online tickets with a timed slot avoid long elevator queues, especially at sunset. How far ahead: A day or two ahead, especially on weekends.
Do I need to book National Palace Museum in advance?
It is recommended. Very popular with tour groups, so an advance ticket skips long weekday queues. How far ahead: A day ahead, busier on weekends and holidays.
Do I need to book Maokong Gondola in advance?
No. A public gondola with frequent cabins where buying a ticket on site is normal.
Do I need to book Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall in advance?
No, entry is free. The memorial grounds and hall are free and easy to enter any time.
Do I need to book Longshan Temple in advance?
No, entry is free. A working temple with no admission charge, just walk in any time.
Do I need to book Shilin Night Market in advance?
No, entry is free. An open-air night market, no ticket needed, you just walk in and pay per stall.
Do I need to book Raohe Street Night Market in advance?
No, entry is free. An open-air night market with no admission charge, just walk in.
Do I need to book Elephant Mountain (Xiangshan) in advance?
No, entry is free. A public hiking trail with no admission charge, just show up.
Verdicts are compiled from official ticketing policies and visitor demand and are checked periodically. Always confirm on the official site before you travel.
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