Daan Travel Guide
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.
National Taiwan Normal University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of National Taiwan Normal University during your trip to Taipei. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
Nantou Day Tour: Sun Moon Lake & Ita Thao Pier from Taipei
From Taipei: Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour with Sky Lantern Releasing
Small-Group Tour: Jiufen, Yehliu Geopark, and Shifen from Taipei
Taipei's Old Gold Rush Town: Jiufen Guided Night Tour
Top hotels in Daan
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Loved the use of the hotel rooftop bath
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Eastin Taipei Hotel
Very nice
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
This hotel never disappoints!
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Park Taipei Hotel
Good location and helpful front staff. However, the hotel is definitely dated. Odd that there are no USB slots nor outlets on the nightstand area.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
The Howard Plaza Hotel Taipei
The hotel is currently undergoing renovations. The location is elegant, and transportation is very convenient for getting around and taking care of anything you need. Once the renovations are complete, it will be an excellent choice for travel and a relaxing vacation.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Green World Hotels ZhongXiao
The bathrooms could generally do with some upkeep and cleaning. Getting a taxi through the hotel was also confusing and the staff wasn't super helpful. I also had friends staying in another room that had a shower leak into their room and damage their luggage. Also the whole property smells like ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Daan
Shida
Shida is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at Guting Station or Taipower Building Station to explore sights like Shida Night Market.
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 Theater.
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.
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 Ximending Night Market and Taipei Cinema Park.
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.
