Qishan Old Street (旗山老街, also spelled Cishan Old Street) is a historic street with lovely baroque architecture in Qishan district of Kaohsiung city. This daytime market street offers a variety of traditional and local specialties, including widespread use of locally grown bananas, making it a fun, food-focused, off-the-beaten-track half-day trip from the Kaohsiung city center. ... Read more The post A Foodie’s Guide to Qishan Old Street, Taiwan’s Banana Capital first appeared on T...| Taiwan Obsessed
Nick Kembel introduces Chimei Museum, the most impressive private museum in Taiwan, with its expansive collection of weapons, violins, and European art.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Your one-stop spot for all things Taiwan-related, by Taiwan travel expert Nick Kembel. Nick has lived in Taiwan for over a decade: working, traveling, and raising his kids there. On Taiwan Obsessed, he shares the most current and detailed guides, travel guidance, and other information about Taiwan.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Bitoujiao Trail is a short, relatively easy hike with stunning coastal scenery. While there are several others like it, I personally feel this one offers maximum views for moderate effort. The hike is on the north coast of Tawan, in Ruifang district of New Taipei City. It can easily be added to other Ruifang attractions, ... Read more The post Bitoujiao Trail: How to Hike Taiwan’s Prettiest Coastal Walk first appeared on Taiwan Obsessed.| Taiwan Obsessed
Ruifeng Night Market is the largest and best night market in Kaohsiung. While tourists tend to visit Liuhe Night Market, locals generally flock to Ruifeng. Just like Shilin Night Market in Taipei and Feng Chia Night Market in Taichung, Ruifeng is a creative hot spot where new dishes are innovated. It is also known for ... Read more The post Ruifeng Night Market: A Guide to Kaohsiung’s Best Night Market first appeared on Taiwan Obsessed.| Taiwan Obsessed
A detailed and intimate guide to Sanfong Central Street, Kaohsiung's iconic dried foods market, with introductions to the various products you'll see there.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Sanfong Temple in Kaohsiung is one of the most beautiful temples in Taiwan. This is thanks in no small part to the stunning canopy of red lanterns hanging in its courtyard. Despite its convenient location near Kaohsiung Station and Formosa Boulevard, where many visitors stay in Kaohsiung, the temple remains relatively off-the-beaten track. I was ... Read more The post Sanfong Temple: Kaohsiung’s Gorgeous Canopy of Red Lanterns first appeared on Taiwan Obsessed.| Taiwan Obsessed
Liuhe Night Market (六合夜市, also spelled Liouhe) is one of the most popular night markets in the Kaohsiung city center. Thanks to its convenient location near Formosa Boulevard MRT and Kaohsiung Station, where many visitors to Kaohsiung stay, it is the one that first-timers are most likely to visit. Liuhe is traffic-free and easy to ... Read more The post Liuhe Night Market: Kaohsiung’s Convenient Street Food Stop first appeared on Taiwan Obsessed.| Taiwan Obsessed
Green Island is one of my personal favorite offshore islands in Taiwan, right up there with Penghu. This small island off the coast of Taitung has a long list of draws: tropical island vibes, some of the country’s best snorkeling and scuba, unique foods and accommodations, a haunting history, and one of the world’s only ... Read more The post Green Island (Ludao), Taiwan: A Complete 2025 Visitor’s Guide first appeared on Taiwan Obsessed.| Taiwan Obsessed
Taipei is all about the animal cafés. In fact, the world’s first cat café started in the city over 20 years ago. Since then, there I’ve seen a capybara café, alpaca café, parrot café, snake café, and now, meerkat cafés! Meerkat75 Café (75度獴主題餐廳) has one remaining branch in Taipei City (here in Songshan District). A ... Read more The post Our Experience Visiting a Meerkat Cafe in Taipei (so cute!) first appeared on Taiwan Obsessed.| Taiwan Obsessed
Did you know that you can visit Yushan National Park without a permit? Find out how in my guide to three hikes in the national park with stunning Yushan views!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A detailed guide to visiting the newer Southern Branch of the National Palace Museum in Chiayi, southern Taiwan, with floor guide and other tips for visiting.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Find out how to visit Tainan city's quirky Ten Drum Cultural Village, a drum performance center, amusement park, and fantasy-oriented art village.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
It is truly mind boggling that a small country like Taiwan has such a tall mountain. Mount Jade (玉山 or Yushan) is the highest peak in Northeast Asia, rising above Mount Fuji or almost exactly the same height as the tallest mountain the Canadian Rockies. Climbing Yushan Main Peak is relatively easy, but what’s more| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A comprehensive guide to Taiwanese breakfast foods, including pictures and English/Mandarin names of every dish, how to order them, and my personal favorites.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A visitors' guide to Huashan 1914 Creative Park in Taipei, with a quick history, how to get there, the main things to see and do, and food & drink options.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A step-by-step guide to applying for the advanced foreigner hiking permit for Yushan Main Peak, including a detailed timeline and screenshots of all the steps.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Find out how to visit Taiwan's most beautiful suspension bridge, Shuiyuan Suspension Bridge (also called Shuanglong Rainbow or "Double Dragon" Suspension Bridge)| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A detailed guide to Sun Link Sea (Shanlinxi) Forest Recreation Area in Nantou county, Taiwan, home to some of the country's prettiest waterfalls.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Read about my experience visiting Hohocha, a stunning, zen-inspired black tea center in Sun Moon Lake region, considered the hometown of black tea in Taiwan.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Did you know that it’s extremely easy and cheap to send a package between any two 7-Elevens in Taiwan? You can send it to anyone, even yourself. I recently tried this after climbing Yushan (who wants to travel around with a helmet, crampons, and ice axe?) I stopped my car at a random 711 in| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
An extremely detailed guide to the Mianyue Line, Alishan's most exciting hike, including how to apply for permits or do half of the hike without a permit.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Read about my visit to Taiping Suspension Bridge and Taiping Old Street in remote but stunning Meishan township of Chiayi county in Southern Taiwan.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
The definitive guide to Wenhua Road Night Market in Chiayi, including the Netflix-featured stalls, best turkey rice, and other foods most recommended by locals.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Step-by-step instructions for reserving bus seats from Chiayi to Alishan on FamilyMart's online bus ticket reservation system, which is in Mandarin only| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Find the five most famous traditional Taiwanese breakfast shops in Taipei plus five super local breakfast shops that few tourists known about!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Find out the most current information about which attractions in Taroko Gorge are currently open, how to drive through the gorge, and alternative around Taiwan.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
In this detailed Alishan guide, I share step-by-step instructions for your Alishan itinerary for 1 to 4 days, with stops at Eryanping, Shizhuo, and Fenqihu.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
FInd some of the coolest Starbucks across Taiwan, including ones housed in heritage buildings like an old firehall, train station, mansion, tea house, and more.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
When I first published this article (in late 2024), it had been a rough year for weather disasters in Taiwan, including the devastating Hualien earthquake in April and destructive typhoons Gaemi in July and Kong-rey in October. On top of that, many popular hikes and tourist attractions were closed for renovations that year. 2025 is| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Find out how the weather is in Taiwan in every season and month of the year, including average high and low temperatures, rainfall, and how to avoid typhoons.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A detailed guide to Sun Moon Lake by Taiwan travel expert Nick Kembel, including how to get there, plan your itinerary, where to stay, and sights around the lake.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Introducing over a dozen of the best Taiwanese snacks, where to buy them as food souvenirs, and some of the best snack shops and traditional bakeries in Taipei.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Everything you need to know for planning a trip to Taitung city and county in Taiwan, including top sights, how to get to them, local foods, and more!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A detailed guide to visiting Tainan City, include famous and off-the-beaten-track spots, where to stay, what to ear, best tours, and how to play your itinerary!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Find around a dozen places in Taiwan to rent tradition clothing like qipao, hanfu, and kimonos for your photo taking, plus places where you can buy these outfits.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Modern Toilet is Taiwan's bizarre poo-themed restaurant. Taiwan expert Nick Kembel introduce's the restaurant and its two only remaining branches, in Taipei.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A detailed guide to basic Taiwanese Mandarin, including pronunciation, tones, best apps, and a list of key Chinese phrases, sentences, and vocabulary.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Taiwan travel expert shares the results of tasting 7 brands of Taiwanese pineapple cakes back to back, to find out which pineapple cakes are the best in Taiwan!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the largest airport in Taiwan and main airport serving the capital city, Taipei. Like any major international airport, Taoyuan Airport is sprawling and at times confusing. I’ve prepared this guide based on many years of flying in and out of TPE while living in Taiwan. Below you’ll find answers to| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A super detailed guide to Yilan city and county in Taiwan, including things to do, where to stay, how to get there, what to eat, best hotels and more!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Taiwan travel expert and uncertified tea geek Nick Kembel shares his favorite tea shops for buying high quality teas in Taipei City, Taiwan.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Taiwan travel expert Nick Kembel shares his favorite speakeasy and cocktail bars in Taipei, focusing on special cocktail experiences which stand out from the rest.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Nick chooses the top 20 vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Taipei based on 10+ years living in the city, including Taiwanese, Asian, Western, and vegan ice cream.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
How to feast your way through the most famous market in Yilan: Luodong Night Market, including the best things to eat, map, how to get there, and more!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A Taiwan travel expert introduces his favorite beef noodle restaurants in Taipei, with a handy table to help you decide which one to try first.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A detailed guide to Gongguan Night Market in Taipei, favored among students. Find out how to get on there and the best things to eat on each street.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
In my decade+ of working in the Taiwan tourism industry, I have become acquainted with multiple tour providers here, either professionally or as friends. In this article, I've handpicked a handful of companies which I feel truly provide the best tours in Taiwan. The one you choose is most likely going to depend on what| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Two kids who were born and raised in Taiwan share their absolute favorite things to do across the country, from toddler years to pre-teens!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Find more than 30 things to do in Hualien city and region which are still possible to do after a huge earthquake hit the region on April 3 of 2024.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A complete guide to renting a YouBike in Taipei and across Taiwan, including rental instructions with pictures, how to lock the YouBike, assigning EasyCards, and more!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A Taiwan travel expert and long time resident reveals his absolute favorite sights and places to visit in Taiwan, from famous to off-the-beaten-track| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A detailed travel guide for Kaohsiung City in Southern Taiwan, including the top attractions, places to stay, what to eat, itinerary tips, tours, and more.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Find out how to rent a car in Taiwan, required permits, road rules you need to know, FAQs about driving in Taiwan, and my personal experiences driving in Taiwan.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Fuhang Soy Milk (阜杭豆漿) stands out at the most famous breakfast shop in Taipei city, especially among foreign tourists. For many visitors, getting up at the crack of dawn to wait in a long line at Fuhang is pretty much a mandatory experience. The line can take anywhere from 15 minutes to 1.5 hours. But| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A detailed guide to Houtong Cat Village in New Taipei City, Taiwan, including how to get there, the cutest snacks & souvenirs, and TONS of cat pictures!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Find more than 10 breakfast shop options around Taipei Main Station, including traditional breakfast, beef noodles, 24-hour breakfasts, with map and walking times!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Find 8 of the best breakfast shops in Ximending (Ximen), Taipei, including some 24-hour breakfast shops, traditional and modern breakfast shops, and beef noodles!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Dive into Nanjichang Night Market and discover the best local dishes, recommended route, map, and all the best food stalls, including the Michelin ones!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Explore the 11 stations on the Pingxi Railway Line, including exactly what you'll find at each one, how to ride the ride, ticket prices, and more!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A detailed travel guide to Hsinchu City and Hsinchu county, including famous & off-the-beaten-track sights, how to get to them, what to eat, and more!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Taiwan's highest hotel, Songsyue Lodge, is notoriously difficult to book. Read all about my stay there, with screenshots showing how to get a booking there.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Find out exactly how to get to Cingjing Farm from Taichung, Taipei, Sun Moon Lake, or Hehuanshan, including bus schedules, driving directions, and other tips.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A super detailed guide to visiting Hehuanshan, including how to get there, how to witness a sunrise over a sea of clouds, best hikes, and how to see snow there.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
In my Yangmingshan National Park guide, I cover the top sights in the park in great detail. But the transportation information ended up being so complicated that I've created this separate post for it. Below, I'll introduce the main options for going from Taipei to Yangmingshan, including by tour, private driver, self-driving, or by public| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Find out everything you need to know about visiting Taipei & Taiwan in November, including the weather, best things to do, and what to wear!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A super detailed guide to visiting Taiwan in July, including things to do in Taipei in July, weather, what to wear, and best places to visit in the country.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Planing a trip to Taiwan in May? Find loads of tips here, including things to do, what to weather, weather in Taipei in May, and more!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A detailed guide to visiting Taiwan in March, including March weather in Taipei, and the best March activities in Taipei and around Taiwan.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
If you're thinking of visiting Taiwan in February, there are some important things you need to know. Learn how to plan the perfect trip in this guide!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Thinking of visiting Taipei in January or traveling around Taiwan in January? Find all the information you need, such as weather, events, and more!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Find out how to participate in the 2024 Pingxi Lantern Festival, Taipei Lantern Festival, and various other lantern festivals in Taiwan, with dates and locations!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
The most detailed guide to Yangmingshan National Park you'll find online, with top sights, hiking trails, how to get there, where to stay, flower viewing times, and more!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Everything you'd want to know for visiting Longshan Temple, including how to get there, etiquette, visiting route, how to pray and ask for love, and where to eat nearby.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Looking for a restaurant open all night in Taipei? Find more than twenty 24-hour restaurants in this article, including breakfast shops, noodles, and dim sum!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Is Huaxi Night Market (Snake Alley) in Taipei really as sketchy as it used to be? Find out what its like today, the best food stalls, and how to find them!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A list of fun, unique, and interesting facts about Taiwan, a small but significant island nation straddling North and Southeast Asia!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Taipei 101 is by far the most famous landmark in Taiwan. The skyscraper rises above Eastern Taipei like a towering stalk of bamboo, nearly double the height of any other building around it (learn more in my Taipei 101 visitors guide!) Given its staggering height and prominence, and the fact that Taipei is surrounded by| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Find all the information you need for visiting Taipei and traveling around Taiwan in December, including weather, best places to visit, and more!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Wondering what to buy in Taiwan? In this article, I’m going to introduce more than 20 of the best Taiwan souvenirs. I’ll cover both traditional and modern & cute items, ranging from cheap souvenirs to expensive ones. I’ve personally purchased most of these items, so I’ll even tell you exactly where to buy them. I'll| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Elevate your Taipei 101 experience with this detailed visitor's guide, including how to get there, top things to do, what to eat, best views, and more!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Find out exactly what to do in Taipei in one day, including the essential stops, how to get to them, what to eat, and where to store your luggage.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Looking for a free walking tour in Taipei? In this article, I introduce the four best ones, as well as some paid/private Taipei walking tours.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Some of the most common FAQs about traveling in Taiwan, with detailed answers by Taiwan travel expert Nick Kembel| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Learn the ups and downs to using eSIMs in Taiwan, why they are better (or not better) than regular SIMs, which eSIM is the best for Taiwan, and how to set it up.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
The absolute must-have apps for living or traveling in Taiwan, including transportation apps, dating apps, shopping apps, and more.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Looking for the cheapest flights to Taiwan? Here you'll find an updated list of all the low cost carriers (budget airlines) to Taipei, Kaohsiung, and Taichung!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A detailed Taipei City guide by 10-plus-year Taipei resident Nick Kembel, including top sights, transportation info, where to stay, what to eat, and shopping.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Discover 30+ off-the-beaten-track things to do in Taipei, including unique attractions, temples, night markets, day trips, and neighborhoods with no tourists| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Loads of tips visiting New Taipei City, including top attractions, hotels, foods, itinerary planning, by someone who has lived there for over a decade.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Taiwan isn't really known for its beaches, but it should be! In this article, Taiwan travel expert Nick Kembel shares the 20 most beautiful beaches in Taiwan.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Wondering where to see capybaras in Taiwan? I'll introduce the best capybara viewing spots in Taipei and around Taiwan, including ones I personally visited!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A detailed guide to visiting Taipingshan (Taiping Mountain) in Yilan, Taiwan, including the best hikes, how to get there, Jiuzhize Hot Spring, Cuifeng Lake, and more!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Planning a trip to Taiwan in April? Find out what the weather will be like, what to wear, and best things to do in April in Taipei & Taiwan.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
An extremely detailed guide to visiting Kenting National Park, including best beaches, where to stay, activities, things to do, where to eat, and a map.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A detailed guide to Pingtung City and Pingtung County in Southern Taiwan, including the main attractions, how to get to them, where to stay, what to eat, and more!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A super detailed guide to riding Maokong Gondola and exploring Maokong area, including the best teahouses, restaurants with tea-infused foods, and hiking trails!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A step-by-step guide to buying tickets for trains in Taiwan, including buying tickets online, using the app, electronic tickets, with pictures of every step!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Find out how to use EasyCard, Taiwan's most popular smartcard, including how to buy it, where you can use it, and answers to several common questions about it.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Everything you need to know for visiting Cingjing Farm in Nantou, Taiwan, including where to stay, what to eat, farm attractions, and using the Cingjing Pass.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
