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Taipei Historic Shared Walking Tour (Tip-based)

By Like It Formosa
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 20 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  1. Learn the past 300 years of Taiwanese history in a 3-hour walk
  2. Visit all the essential attractions in West Taipei, the old Taipei
  3. Get to know Taiwan in different eras - from memories of colonization to remains of Chiang Kai-shek’s Chinese dream

The west end of Taipei was once the center of political and economic activities of the city and where modern development started. This tour takes you through Taiwanese history, looking from the traditional beliefs of the late Qing dynasty, to the cultural shifts under Japanese ruling, then to the political landscape after the arrival of the Nationalist government in 1949. The Historic Tour covers all the essential attractions in West Taipei as well as the stories and legends behind them. Walking from the past to the present, you will see how Taipei is shaped by multiple cultures and historic events and get a clear picture of this amazing city.

*Please note the tip to the tour guide is not included in the booking fee

Activity location

  • Longshan Temple
    • No.211 Guangzhou Street, Wanhua District
    • 10853, Wanhua, Taiwan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Taipei Historic Free Walking Tour Meeting Point - Like It Formosa
    • Rd153號 Sec. 1, Xiyuan
    • 108, Wanhua District, Taipei City, Taiwan

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Taipei Historic Shared Walking Tour (Tip-based)

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00
Price details
RM 19.88 x 1 AdultRM 19.88
Total
Price is RM 19.88
Until Wed, 20 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    System fee
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional English Guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips for the guide are not included, with recommended tips of NT$400~500 for a nice tour, NT$500~600 for a great one, and NT$600+ for an awesome experience!

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Longshan Temple

  • 40m
Longshan Temple is located in the heart of west end Taipei, and serves as the religious center of local community. The temple was first established in the 18th century by Chinese immigrants coming to Taipei, who later built Monga District as their settlement for trade and business. In the following years, Longshan Temple went through a series of earthquakes, typhoons, as well as wartime air raids, but has always remained resilient thanks to renovations, enthusiastic believers and the gods’ blessing. Today, Longshan Temple is one of the most iconic buildings of historic Taipei and a popular destination for sightseeing among foreign visitors and worshipers.

Bopiliao Historic Block

  • 30m
Bopiliao, literally meaning “skin-peeling” was once the commercial center of northern Taipei where Chinese immigrants conducted trade with the indegineous community. During its most glorious years, you would find its street filled with hostels, shops and public bath houses to accomodate the traders and local residents. Here you will also find the best-preserved architecture from Qing dynasty China in Taipei, some of its features have even been incorporated into modern Taiwanese style!

Ximen Red House - Ximending

  • 30m
Originally constructed as a public market, Ximen Red House features strong architectural characteristics of Colonial Japan. Following the end of World War II and retreat of Japanese rule, the building was turned into a theater and became a hub for the hidden LGBTQ community in Taipei. In recent years, as Taiwan embraces a more diverse and multicultural trend in society, Ximen Red House has become a popular venue of the vibrant social movements taking place in Taiwan. Midway break included.

Presidential Office Building

  • 20m
Only a few steps away from the dazzling Ximending is the Presidential Office - the political center of Taiwan. Established in 1919, the building was initially designed to house the Office of the Governor-General of Taiwan during the Japanese Colonization. Following bombing throughout World War II and the arrival of the Republic of China (R.O.C.), the building was restored as the Presidential Office in 1950. In appearance, the red bricks, western-styled architecture and its 130 meter-wide facade facing the spacious Ketagalan Boulevard made it a favorable landmark among visitors and protesters alike - you might even be able to witness some political activities here yourself!

228 Peace Memorial Park

  • 30m
Formerly established in 1908 as “Taihoku New Park” during the Japanese colonial period, it was built as the first European-styled park in Taiwan. In 1947, the park became the scene of protest against the Kuomintang-led R.O.C. government. The action later led to a chain of events that is now referred to as the February 28 (228) Incident, which led to severe actions from the Nationalist government, and resulted in Taiwan's period of White Terror under thirty-eight years of Martial Law. The park was eventually renamed “228 Peace Memorial Park” in dedication and acknowledgement of the past misconduct of the government.

Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial Hall

  • 30m
Chiang Kai-shek (C.K.S.) Memorial Hall is a national monument, landmark and tourist attraction erected in memory of Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek, the former President of the Republic of China (R.O.C.) from 1948 to 1975. The construction started following Chiang’s death and was completed five years later. The architectural theme centered around imperial Chinese style and the life of Chiang as a political figure. Our guides will also tell you the long road of how people of Taiwan went from worshipping Chiang in the past as the “great national leader” to seeing him as a symbol of an authoritarian regime during the Martial Law era.

Location

Activity location

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    Longshan Temple
    • No.211 Guangzhou Street, Wanhua District
    • 10853, Wanhua, Taiwan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Taipei Historic Free Walking Tour Meeting Point - Like It Formosa
    • Rd153號 Sec. 1, Xiyuan
    • 108, Wanhua District, Taipei City, Taiwan

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