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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Full-Day Tour in Shifen, Jiufen & Yehliu of Taipei (Incl. ticket)
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
Taichung Must-Visit Join In Day Tour from Taipei
Beitou and Yangmingshan National Park Day Tour from Taipei
Top hotels in Daan
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Close to train station. Have quite decent Taiwanese food nearby. Very friendly staff. Got a nice little public bath on top floor to relax.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
Room is clean and spacious
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Eastin Taipei Hotel
Very clean room and well-maintained throughout my stay. The air conditioning worked great and kept the room cool and comfortable. Overall, a pleasant and comfortable experience.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Park Taipei Hotel
Great staff and location. Staff is very responsive. Too bad no breakfast on site.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
The Howard Plaza Hotel Taipei
Good
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Green World Hotels ZhongXiao
Room was spacious and had windows all across for excellent view of busy taipei street life. Bathroom was very nice too. Loved it!!
Reviewed on 6 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 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 Ximending Night Market and Taipei Cinema Park.
