2025 Taipei Railway Station Area Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in July)

On Saturday afternoon, a sudden thunderstorm broke the sultry weather in Taipei. Before my son went to piano class, our family of three came to Jingmachi No. 8 Cafe near Beimen Station to enjoy a Japanese afternoon in the rain. Hidden in the old house block of Boai Road, the owner hopes to create a space that retains the traditional atmosphere, so that guests who come here can not only drink a cup of coffee, but also walk into a period of time. Directly opposite is the Futai Street Western-style building, and this area is also the historical core area of ​​the old city of Taipei. Walking from the North Gate (Cheng'en Gate), you can not only appreciate the monuments, but also feel the cultural heritage of "Old Taipei". We sat at a large wooden table by the window and ordered two cups of iced coffee. My son chose caramel pudding 🍮 and ate fruit popsicles. I really like the map of the old Taipei city in the store. My son is very excited to study it all the time. If you have a little one who likes to look at maps at home, or you are a history fan of the old Taipei city, don't miss this treasure cafe. Before leaving, I took a photo of the Futai Street buildings in the drizzle, which was quite beautiful🥰 — Walking all the way from Beimen, checking in at Beimen and taking photos, visiting the Railway Museum, Futai Street buildings and Taipei Post Office, this old street area is really worth walking slowly, recommended for you who like historical atmosphere❤️ #Taipei Shopping #Taipei Station #Beimen Station #Taipei Historic Sites #Taipei Old Street #Historical Buildings #Coffee #Old Taipei #Taipei Must-Visit Attractions #Taipei Cafe

A friend recommended me an Indonesian dessert. I have researched the ASEAN market but the green and red rice cakes and coconut shreds are not my cup of tea. However, I fell in love with this Wahaha Indonesian moon cake at first sight. 🌟 Indonesian mooncakes are a traditional snack that the boss and his siblings have been eating since they were young in Indonesia. They brought it to Taiwan in its original flavor, so that many Indonesians who miss the taste of their hometown can relieve their homesickness. The boss said that they have work on weekdays, so they only sell it on Sundays. It’s really not hunger marketing! 🌟I used to have the stereotype that Indonesian desserts are all very sweet, but I really like the ones with lots of cheese! A standard calorie bomb with purple rice, chocolate, a lot of cheese and condensed milk🤣 🌟I still recommend the green flavor with pandan on the crust, which looks more exotic. The purple rice and cheese are just the right salty and sweet. The portion is large but not cheap. Is NT$200 a meal? 📍No. 8, Beiping West Road, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City (Exit M7 of Taipei Main Station), open on Sundays from 9:00 to 19:00

The crowds of people queuing up every time you pass by the Taipei Main Station business district in 2025 are the new brand launched by artist Ken. At first glance, I am not interested in donuts, but the round shape is appetizing, and it is filled with special fillings such as pistachios and chocolate. It is really delicious😋 🍩 The store style is simple American retro style, with limited supply daily, and one person is limited to five. The bread is soft and chewy, and the filling is just the right sweetness. There are 7 flavors: lemon icing, sesame icing, raw cheese, custard, chocolate, pistachio, and strawberry. The price is within 100 yuan, a little expensive but I won't pay and complain😂 🍩Located diagonally opposite Exit M8 of Taipei Main Station, you’ll know where it is when you see the long queue. I personally like the chocolate flavor because the pistachio flavor isn’t that obvious! Recommended to try 👍

In 2024, the Christmas tree at Taipei Main Station became the tallest indoor Christmas tree in Taiwan at a height of 24 meters, attracting a large number of tourists and citizens to come and watch. The Christmas tree is 24 meters tall and decorated with 30,000 LED lights, creating a brilliant festive atmosphere. This Christmas tree was jointly created by the Taiwan Railways Corporation and Breeze Taipei Station. The design incorporates the cute characters of LINE FRIENDS. The bottom of the tree is designed to symbolize the Taiwan Railways locomotive, showing a journey of gratitude and the start of dreams. Moreover, the theme of this year's Christmas tree is "Everyone's Search for Light", and there is a wish wall for disadvantaged children, encouraging the public to participate in fulfilling children's Christmas wishes, which is of special significance. 📍Address: Taipei Main Station, 1st floor lobby Exhibition period: From now until January 7, 2025. #ChristmasDestinations2024

I enjoyed a tiramisu and iced coffee at "Three Quarters Dessert". The desserts and drinks here give people a very delicate feeling. Tiramisu has a light and dense texture with distinct layers. Every bite has a rich coffee aroma and slightly sweet cream. The taste is not greasy and is just right. The paired ice-drip coffee showcases its unique flavor. The coffee extracted at low temperature has a mellow sour aroma when you first drink it, followed by a delicate bitterness that complements the sweetness of tiramisu. The overall atmosphere is very comfortable, without overly gorgeous decorations, which makes people focus on the enjoyment of their taste buds. This experience made me feel that dessert is not just food, but more like a moment in life that is worth savoring. Every bite makes you feel the care put into the ingredients and production, simple yet satisfying. This is a good place for one to sit quietly, savor the food and enjoy a moment of tranquility. #100 Ways to Travel

#100 Ways to Travel #Exotic Cafe #Vietnamese Coffee Vietnam’s super famous Gong Coffee is now open in Taiwan! Flagship Taipei Main Station, you can drink without flying to Vietnam, a retro cafe in Vietnam War style, the overall color scheme and design have a nostalgic atmosphere full of ingenuity, and the queues started as soon as it opened in September 😅 🌟The signature "Coconut Coffee Smoothie" is a must-order for first visit. The coffee is full of aroma, rich and strong taste. The best blend of coconut coffee is here. In fact, I have never tasted this in Vietnam. I am quite surprised by the taste💕 🌟I heard that most of the staff are Vietnamese. I actually like the design of the store more. There are two floors of seats in the three-story green building. The green decoration is originally serious but also cute. It feels like you are in Vietnam in a second. Although you must drink coconut coffee smoothie, I tried coconut mung bean smoothie and it was amazing. Ants who like sweet tastes can't miss it🥰 📍 No. 16, Section 1, Kaifeng Street, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City

⁡ Lao Dong Beef Noodles, located on the second floor of Taipei Station, has won the gold medal twice at the Taipei Beef Noodle Festival 🐮 ⁡ The award-winning tomato beef noodles are apparently popular, but I ordered the half-tendon half-meat "Red Braised Beef Noodles" where you can enjoy both hearty beef and soft tendon meat 🍜 ⁡ The mild flavor makes it easy to eat and the soup is delicious 😋 ⁡ I love that you can add as much of the best takana as you like to change the flavor 🩵 ⁡ ‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥ 🍜Lao Dong Beef Noodles🍜 🏠No. 3 Beiping W. Rd., Zhongzheng District, Taipei City, Taiwan 📍2nd floor of Taipei Station ⁡ 🍴 Red roasted half muscle half meat noodles NT260 ‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥ #TaiwanTravel #Taiwan #beef noodles #Taipei #taipei #taiwan #대만 #ไต้หวัน ‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥

#Spring and Summer Good Places 2024 #Taiwan First Release #Taipei Station Business District #Must-eat Fried Chicken Located in the Taipei Station Business District, in front of and behind the Shin Kong Station, commonly known as Tutorial Street, the first POPEYES CHICKEN in Taiwan was opened. This is a must-eat American fried chicken when you go to the United States. Since its opening in 1972, there are branches in many places around the world. I am finally lucky enough to come to Taiwan. Currently, it takes about an hour to queue up during holidays, and takeout will be faster. The fried chicken is flavorful, and it is completely different from the Taiwanese flavor and taste. It is very delicious, and the burgers are also highly recommended👍🍗🍔 #POPEYESCHICKEN #American Fried Chicken #Shin Kong Station Front

⁡ Dim Sum World is a popular restaurant on the second floor of Taipei Station, famous for its long fried dumplings🍴 ⁡ The most popular dish is the voluminous pancakes (pancakes)🥟 ⁡ You can help yourself to the small side dishes and sauces ⁡ The pancakes contain yellow onions and have a thick, chewy skin♪ It's conveniently located at Taipei Station, so you can go there whenever you have free time🚃 ⁡ ‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥ 🥟Dim Sum World🥟 🏠No. 3 Beiping W. Rd., Zhongzheng District, Taipei City 📍2nd floor, Taipei Station ⁡ 🍴Pancakes NT$160 🍴 Hot and sour soup NT55 🍴Hakka fried rice NT190 🍴Chinese fried water lotus NT170 yuan ‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥ #Heart World #Hot Pot Sticking # Rice Buns # Dumplings #Taipei #Taipei Gourmet #Taiwan Gourmet #Taipei Station #Taiwan #TaiwanTravel #taiwan #taipei ‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥

⁡An egg tart specialty shop near Taipei Station called "Lao-jie Portuguese Egg Tart" 🥧 ⁡ There are four flavors: plain, cocoa, cinnamon, and sugar, and you can buy them individually 🥚 ⁡ Maybe because I didn't eat them right away, the pie crust wasn't very crispy, but it was moist and the inside had a soft, pudding-like texture 🍮 ⁡ It's not too sweet and easy to eat, but it seems even more delicious if you toast it in the toaster★ ⁡ ‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥ 🥚Lao-jie Portuguese Egg Tart 🥧 🔖 @papa_eggtarts 🏠 No. 72-36, Sec. 1, Zhongxiao W. Rd., Zhongzheng District, Taipei City ⁡ 🍴Original Flavor Egg Tart (1 piece) NT$45 ‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥ #Lao Grandpa Portuguese egg tart #egg tart #egg tart #Taiwan #Taipei #Taiwan trip #Zhongxiao West Road #Taipei Station #Taipei food #Taiwanese food #Taipei sweets #Taiwanese sweets #Taiwanese gourmet #Taipei gourmet #eggtart #taipei #Taiwan #대만 #ไต้หวัน ‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥‥

The main hall of Taipei Station is decorated in various ways on special occasions every year. The decorations are especially grand for Christmas and Chinese New Year, so even just stopping by the station is worth a visit. #Christmas #TaiwanTrip #TaipeiTrip #TaipeiStation #ChristmasTree

🚞"Taipei Main Station" I deeply feel its unique charm. Entering the station hall, I was attracted by the black and white floor, which is not only beautiful but also represents the cultural diversity of Taiwan. I was also amazed by the magnificent design inside the station, which combines modernism and classicism. It looks like a palace on the outside, and has modern facilities on the inside, making people feel comfortable. ☺️ In addition to its beautiful design, Taipei Main Station also provides a variety of transportation options, making it convenient for people from different regions to reach this place. The transportation hub of High Speed ​​Rail 🚄, Taiwan Railways 🚉 and MRT 🚇 allows me to transfer to different modes of transportation very conveniently. In addition, there are many shops and restaurants around the station, so I can enjoy food and shopping while waiting. 🍜🍤What surprised me most was that Taipei Main Station is also connected to Taipei Underground Mall and department stores. There are all kinds of shops and food here, allowing me to go shopping and buy souvenirs in the underground mall. This makes me feel that Taipei Main Station is not only a transportation hub, but also a place with rich and colorful living functions. 🛍️🛒 Taipei Main Station is a very amazing place. I am impressed by its beautiful design and rich living functions. I believe that this station will become one of Taiwan’s representative buildings and the pride of Taiwan. 👍🏻

There are many restaurants in the Eslite underground mall at Taipei Main Station. Eating hot pot is the best when the weather is cold😆. This small pot has a very retro decoration and the flavors of the hot pot are also very diverse. The key point is that there is no service charge, only a 20 yuan cleaning fee. There are also white rice, various sauces and drinks for you to take, and dessert is rice tea flavored soft serve ice cream. You can also experience the old-fashioned marbles by filling out the customer opinion survey. I think it is a hot pot restaurant that combines food and fun. When you come to Taipei Main Station and don’t know what to eat, you can come and try it~ This branch may be less conspicuous. I think it has the shortest queue time among all branches. If you don’t like queuing and want to try something new, you can come and try it🤭 #localtravel #familytravel

Taipei, Taiwan｜DTG Game Center Mini Game Center Hahaha, we played here for a long time. The small pinball machine is a complete childhood memory ~ so it’s especially fun to play together👍👍👍

We recommend the Taiwan High Speed ​​Rail for sightseeing in Taiwan! It's a very comfortable way to travel around Taiwan, like the Japanese Shinkansen. It covers Taipei, Taichung, Tainan, and Kaohsiung, and you can get to Kaohsiung in as little as 90 minutes, so it's very convenient. There are unlimited ride tickets and discounts for foreigners, so be sure to take advantage of them. If you ride in business class, which is the green car, you'll also get complimentary snacks and drinks. #TaiwanTourism #Taipei #Kaohsiung #Shinkansen #TaiwanHighSpeedRail

Taiwan High Speed ​​Rail, which opened in 2007, connects Taipei and Kaohsiung over the 345km distance in about an hour and a half, and is the first case of Japan exporting Shinkansen rolling stock technology. Developed based on the Tokaido-Sanyo Shinkansen 700 series, the exterior and interior are very similar to the Shinkansen, although some of the systems are different. #TaiwanTrip #Overseas #Taiwan #Railway #Shinkansen

There is an all-you-can-eat Thai hotpot restaurant called "Blue Elephant Court" located on B1 floor of Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Department Store in front of Taipei Train Station. I brought my Thai friends there because they had lemongrass hotpot. The taste is not so Thai, the taste has been improved, but the traditional Thai flavor is still shown. The reason for the recommendation is that there are many price options. You can order hot pot at different prices according to your preferences. Friends who don’t eat beef can enjoy it at a low price. Even 1 person can cook...👍 #Taipei Food #Thai Hot Pot #Taipei Station #All You Can Eat Hot Pot #CP Value

Bokju Sejo Hocho Bing A really good value snack! I didn't expect much since it was only 55 NT$2,200, but it was very hot and the outside was crispy and the bread tasted like protein~ There was a lot of meat inside. It had a strong peppery flavor so it felt spicy No. 13, Section 1, Chongqing S Rd, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City, Taiwan 100

The Japanese-style minimalist Ueshima Coffee, with warm and nostalgic decoration and comfortable and spacious space, is a good place to have afternoon tea😘😘☕☕❤❤ . I love their raw caramel coffee the most. Friends who love the ecstasy milky aroma will definitely become regular customers like me. The Milk coffee blended with the golden ratio has a rich and high-grade milky aroma⁷ dancing on the tip of your tongue, which is unforgettable😘😘💕💕 . The signature brown sugar coffee is also charming and smooth. Friends who don’t like milky flavor can try this one. Both are highly recommended, and both are recommended to be drunk hot. . #coffee #afternoontearecommendations #coffeeshoprecommendations #familytravel #TaipeiFood #TaipeiFoodMap

Arriving at Taipei Main Station to catch a train, I was suddenly attracted by a burst of fragrance. It turned out to be the cinnamon rolls from Juanjuanrensheng. Each person is limited to four. I bought one original flavor and one toffee flavor. They were quite big. The filling and bread were both good. It was just a little expensive. It’s ok to eat it once in a while☺️👌🏻 #localtourism #foodie

Customers come to Taipei and go directly to the second floor of Taipei Main Station for dinner. It is very convenient. As soon as the elevator goes upstairs, we decide to eat tofu. There are many items to order. I personally like their stone pot bibimbap (beef). It is full of fragrance. The side dishes can be refilled. The fried chicken is also very delicious~ #Local Tour #foodie

Business is always good. Dim sum never disappoints me. The cute shaped buns always make me eat them on the spot and also order some to take away. Dim Sum has a new bun shape~ Black pepper hedgehog barbecued pork bun is so cute that people don’t want to eat it😍😍😍 Black truffle shrimp is highly recommended🤤🤤🤤🤤🤤 I don’t know if it’s because it’s raining but every dish tastes so good today

A mysterious hot pot restaurant hidden on the second floor of a residential building. The selling point of this restaurant is its self-service bar, which has milk tea coffee machine, almond tea, Ovaltine, grapefruit tea, sugar-free green tea, Coke Sprite machine, brown sugar ice cream, ice cream, small biscuit area, prince noodles, Taiwanese dry noodles, and white rice. The sauces are also diverse. In addition to the basic scallion, garlic, soy sauce and shacha, there is also XO scallop sauce on the side. The average price per person is over 200, which is very cost-effective. In addition to the broth, they will also add soup base and sauce for you. I recommend this very generous hotpot operator. #Taipei Main Station #Small Hot Pot #Hot Pot #Self-service Bar #Foodie #Pot

#5月好去处2025 📍 No. 3, Beiping West Road, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City 🕰️ Waiting for the train turns into traveling | The most gentle waiting time in the station Walk into the central hall of Taipei Station and look up. You will find a huge space with a checkerboard floor and the classic words "TAIPEI MAIN STATION" under a huge glass roof. This is not just a transportation hub, but more like a city living room for travelers. People sit on the floor to chat, wait, or even just relax, and the time-telling train and gear clock are the quietest and most romantic rhythm in this space. 🚂 Surprises limited to the hour | Gear clock and time-telling train show Did you know? The wall on the second floor of the hall covered with golden gears is actually a moving time-telling device. Every hour, the train will slide out from the wall, slowly moving with the music, with the rotating gears and the classical time-telling clock, the picture is healing and magical. This is not just a reminder of time, but more like a blessing to every departure. 🏛 Taipei Station Sign｜Emotion Collector under the City Sign The four words "Taipei Station" are the first impression of countless people who have just arrived, and are also the emotional outlet of countless migrant workers and strangers. What departs from here is not just a train, but also a bifurcation of dreams and life. With the chessboard floor tiles and natural light from the roof, there is an atmosphere of its own whether it is sunny or rainy. You can see the tension of travelers, the farewell of relatives, and someone sitting quietly, just like you, just wanting to be in a daze. 🍱 Must-eat recommendation｜TR Bento Taipei Station Bento Classic spare ribs bento and chicken leg bento are freshly made every day There are also limited-time flavors, take-out, and suitable for taking photos and checking in The iron box shape is super retro, full of nostalgia! 💰Price: about 80 to 120 yuan, super high CP value! #TaipeiStation #TimeTrain #TaiwanRailwayBento #TRBento #CityPhotoSpot #TravelerRelayStation

#5月好去处2025 Every time I want to get together with friends to sing, the first place that comes to my mind is the KTV Guanqian store! This branch is in a great location, between Taipei MRT Station and Ximending, and it takes only five minutes to walk there. It is very convenient for students after class, office workers after work, or tourists who want to sing a few songs! 🚶♀️ How to get there? The store is on Guanqian Road in Taipei, and it is easy to find. Exit Z4 of the MRT "Taipei Station" and walk for about 5 minutes. You can also come from "Ximen Station". 📍 Address: No. 34, Guanqian Road, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City ⏰ Business hours: Open from noon to 06:00 in the morning 🎶 The songs are novel and the language options are also rich! The song selection system here is very easy to operate. In addition to classic Chinese pop songs, there are also many foreign language song options. Whether you want to sing old songs from the 90s, the latest singles on the charts, or even find some idol drama theme songs, you can enjoy it! ✔️ Support mobile app song ordering ✔️ The screen and sound quality are good ✔️ Some room types also have surround sound, which makes singing feel special In Taipei, if you don’t know what to do after a meal with a few friends, you can choose to continue singing near Taipei Main Station🎤. It is suitable for both friends and couples. It is a good place to kill time with convenient transportation. 🍴 You can order food, and there are also discount plans! One of the main features of KTV is "singing + eating at once". We chose the meal plan that day. Several hot dishes, fried food, snacks, and drinks were served on the table one after another, and there was no need to worry about being hungry! There are many choices of dishes, such as fried food platters, simple meals, rice and noodles. Whether you come to chat, drink drinks or sing seriously, it is very suitable! 🛋️ The private room is comfortable and the atmosphere is relaxed The private room is larger than I expected, the air conditioning is not too cold, the environment is clean and tidy, it is the kind of place where you can sit comfortably and sing to forget yourself without being embarrassed. The service staff is also very friendly, and overtime or ordering are very fast. ✔️ Provide private rooms of different sizes, suitable for 2 to 10 people ✔️ The table is spacious and the seats are soft, suitable for long-term singing ✔️ The toilets and aisles are also kept quite clean #Taipei Station #KTV #Taiwan Entertainment #Tourists Must Visit #Friends Gathering#Good Place to Sing

Xiao Nan Men Dim Sum World A Taiwanese restaurant serving xiaolongbao at Taipei Station. I came here because I could use Taiwanese Consumption Money. About 80% of the customers are locals and 20% are tourists. If you sit by the window, you can eat while looking at the Taipei Station building. It's easy to choose your order because there are photos. The menu has a wide variety of items, including xiaolongbao, dumplings, soups, noodles, rice dishes, and other dishes. Light dishes such as drinks and appetizers were chosen by customers themselves from the refrigerator in the center. I ordered a variety of dishes and they were delicious! 📍Address: No. 3, Beiping West Road, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City 100

Stepping into 《YOKOSO COFFEE》, I was simply looking for a place to sit and relax, but I ended up being completely captivated by their Guava Americano. The first sip immediately caught my attention—the familiar aroma of guava blended seamlessly with the coffee's aftertaste, like a hidden touch of fruity surprise in an ordinary day. I initially worried it might be too sweet, but it struck the perfect balance between the refreshing taste of guava juice and the bitter notes of coffee. By the time I finished the cup, I found myself reluctant to let the experience end. The café itself is small but clean and stylish, with a minimalist design that allows you to focus on the unique flavors of the drink in your hand. This isn’t the kind of trendy café where you’d take endless photos, but it’s definitely a place you’d want to revisit—and order the Guava Americano again.

Stepping into LOOP IN NEON, the first thing that catches your eye is the space design. The Korean minimalist style paired with neon accents creates a trendy yet comfortable vibe. It's perfect for unwinding alone or enjoying a casual gathering with friends. I ordered a special purple drink, and its color alone was enough to spark anticipation. The moment it touched my lips, the aroma of berries filled my mouth. Slightly tangy and sweet, the drink had a rich complexity. The aftertaste was reminiscent of juice, yet carried the refined touch unique to a café. This flavor was truly special—not your typical fruit tea nor a simple flavored coffee, but a harmonious blend of both. This place isn't just about Instagram-worthy aesthetics; the care put into their beverages leaves a lasting impression. If you love Korean-style cafés or are looking to try something different, this purple special is definitely worth a sip.