Taipei

Visit October to April for cooler, drier days; avoid Lunar New Year closures and expect spring rain or typhoon disruption.

Expect humid summers, mild winters, frequent rain, and typhoons; pack breathable layers, waterproof shoes, and a compact umbrella.

Street food and public transport keep Taipei manageable, while hotels and popular restaurants create the main cost pressure.

Use the extensive metro for central journeys, adding buses or taxis for hills, outskirts, and late-night travel.

Build days around food markets, temple visits, leafy trails, contemporary museums, and relaxed evening neighbourhood walks.

Taipei is very safe; take normal care with belongings in crowded night markets and watch traffic when crossing busy streets.