Daan
Taipei
Popular places to visit
National Taiwan University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit National Taiwan University during your travels in Taipei. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Daan Forest Park
Greenery has engulfed the train station in the Lungs of Taipei City, where joggers, skaters and tai chi experts work out beside the ducks and turtles of the lake.
Zhongxiao Road
During your trip to Taipei, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Zhongxiao Road. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Yongkang Street
Explore Taipei’s culinary heart in this bustling marketplace, where you can sample some of Taipei’s best dishes and buy local and international cuisines.
Eastern Shopping District
During your trip to Taipei, you can enjoy retail therapy at Eastern Shopping District. While in this trendy area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Jianguo Flower and Jade Market
Explore Taipei’s bustling markets, smell a vast array of colorful flowers, discover what is in bloom and find jade jewelry or an auspicious charm.
Things to do
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
Small-Group Tour: Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Shifen from Taipei
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing
Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour
Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei
Jiufen, Heping Island Park & Keelung Night Market Day Tour
Top hotels in Daan
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
Very nice location and updated facility and amenities.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Park Taipei Hotel
The staff made sure we were taken care of. They went above and beyond. Mrt is in front of the hotel. Awesome views of Taipei 101. We will definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Eastin Taipei Hotel
Convenient location with easy transportation access, shopping & food. Clean room and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Howard Plaza Hotel Taipei
The location was perfect to get to all the attractions of the city. Breakfast was really good with lots of choices to explore local and international foods.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
The hotel is in a great location as its a 2 minute walk to the closest MRT station (Zhongxiao Xinsheng) which is served by the Blue and Orange lines. You can easily walk to Huashan 1914 Creative Park and the Far Eastern SOGO Fuxing location which is also serviced by the Blue MRT line. The hotel is ...
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Rido Hotel
Very helpful and kind staff who went above and beyond. Rooms were quite vintage but offered a unique touch. Very convenient location right in front of bus stop and next to metro station. Shopping streets nearby. Would stay here again!
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Daan
Zhongzheng
Travellers love Zhongzheng for its popular shops, and you can see more of Taipei by jumping on the metro at Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall Station or Guting Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like National Taiwan Democracy Memorial Hall and National Concert Hall.
Xinyi
Consider a visit to Taipei 101 and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Xinyi. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Xiangshan Station or Taipei 101/World Trade Center Station.
Yonghe
Well liked for its museums and coffee shops, Yonghe is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Lehua Night Market and Museum of World Religions, and jump on the metro at Dingxi Station to get around the city.
Songshan
Travellers choose Songshan for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Songshan Airport Station or Taipei Arena Station and check out top sights like Taipei Municipal Stadium.
Ximending
A noteworthy feature of Ximending is its popular shops. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Taipei Cinema Park and Ximending Night Market.
Wanhua
Visitors to Wanhua love its popular shops, and you can check out Lungshan Temple and Huaxi Street Night Market. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Longshan Temple Station.
