You are going to Taipei with your kids. You want them to have a good time and you also want to have a good time. Here is a 7-day itinerary that actually works for families, not a list of attractions that sounds good on paper but collapses under the weight of a 6-year-old who refuses to walk further than 500 metres.
Day 1: Arrive in Taipei, Settle, Explore Ximending
Fly Scoot or AirAsia from Singapore to Taipei Taoyuan. Kids under 2 fly free on lap. Kids over 2 need their own seat at the adult rate.
Take the MRT from the airport to the city. Ximending or Da’an for families.
Evening: walk Ximending. Get bubble milk tea. Keep it light on the first day.
Day 2: Taipei Zoo and Maokong Gondola
The Taipei Zoo is one of the best in Asia and very affordable by Singapore standards. Allow 4-5 hours.
After the zoo, take the Maokong Gondola up the mountain. The views are good, there are tea houses at the top.
MRT: Brown Line to Taipei Zoo Station. Gondola station is adjacent.
Cost: Zoo entry approximately S$8 per adult, children under 12 at half price. Gondola approximately S$15 per person round trip.
Day 3: National Taiwan Science Museum and Elephant Mountain
Morning at the National Taiwan Science Museum. Interactive exhibits that work for primary school-aged kids. Allow 3-4 hours minimum.
Afternoon: a short hike up Elephant Mountain. 30-40 minutes round trip to a viewpoint overlooking Taipei 101 and the city basin.
Cost: Science museum approximately S$12 per adult.
Day 4: Leofoo Village Theme Park
This is a full day trip. Leofoo Village is in Guanxi, approximately 1 hour from Taipei by bus or car. It has a water park, a safari zone, and a theme park with rides.
Getting there: Take the THSR from Taipei to Hsinchu (20 minutes), then a taxi from the station (15 minutes).
Cost: Entry approximately S$50 per adult, S$40 per child. Book online for discounts.
Day 5: Shilin Night Market and Taipei 101
Morning at Shilin Night Market — going at noon is the smart move. It is less crowded and the food stalls are open.
Afternoon: Taipei 101 observation deck. Go before 4pm for best light.
Cost: Taipei 101 observatory approximately S$35 per adult, S$20 per child.
Day 6: Beitou Hot Springs and Yehliu Geopark
Morning at the Beitou Thermal Valley and hot springs. There are family-friendly public hot spring pools with kids’ sections.
Afternoon at Yehliu Geopark. The wind and sea have carved the limestone into bizarre formations — the most famous is the Queen’s Head.
Cost: Yehliu Geopark approximately S$10 per person.
Day 7: Souvenir Shopping and Departure
Morning for souvenir shopping at Ningxia Night Market area. Suncake and pineapple cake are the things to bring home. Buy them here, not at the airport.
Budget for Family of 4 in Taipei (7 Days)
| Item | Cost in SGD |
|---|---|
| Flights (4 pax return) | S$1,200-S$1,600 |
| Accommodation (6 nights, family room) | S$600-S$1,080 |
| Food (7 days) | S$600-S$900 |
| Local transport | S$150-S$250 |
| Attractions | S$300-S$500 |
| Total | S$2,850-S$4,330 |
Practical Information
Visa: Singapore passport — no visa needed. Register the Taiwan Arrival Form online before departure.
Transport: Get an EasyCard at the airport. Load S$500 at a time.
Weather: Taipei’s summer is hot and humid (30-35 degrees). Winter is 15-20 degrees and pleasant.
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