From the airport to the city centre Taiwan

The easiest way to reach Taipei is by metro (MRT), which takes you to Central Station in 35 minutes for NT$160. Please note that this service is not available between 6 a.m. and 11.30 p.m. For late-night arrivals, there are cabs waiting at the exit (at least NT$1,000).

Arrival by train Taiwan

From Taipei Central Station, you can get to any city in the country very easily. Taiwan Railways Administration (TRA) regional trains are slow but inexpensive, while Taiwan High Speed Rail (HSR) is a high-speed train.

Arrival by boat Taiwan

Ferries from China and the Taiwanese islands land in Keelung, in the north of the country. From Keelung, you can take a TRA or bus to the capital. If you're disembarking by sailboat, you'll need to register with the port authorities and provide a letter from the captain indicating the duration of your stay.

Public transport Taiwan

Public transport is very well developed in Taiwan, although the east coast and mountains are a little less well served than the rest of the country. Buses and trains are ideal for long-distance travel, while the Taipei metro can take you to suburban towns such as Tamsui, Bitan and Tucheng.

Bike, scooters & co Taiwan

The Taiwanese are big fans of bicycles, even if the "little queen" is more often used to travel around the country than to get to the office. There are many routes to explore the country by bicycle. The most famous is undoubtedly the Taiwan Cycling Route No. 1, which stretches over 960 km around the island.

With a driver Taiwan

While cabs in Taipei are relatively inexpensive for a ride in the city center (around NT$250 from Datong to Wanhua), the bill can quickly become expensive over longer distances. To explore the island by car, it's best to rent one and drive yourself.

By car Taiwan

Driving in Taiwan is not the mission impossible it is in other Asian countries. While Taipei's traffic jams can sometimes prove difficult, in the rest of the country, renting a car is a good option (from NT$2,500 per day). Although the Taiwanese drive on the right, they don't always respect the right of way. Drinking and driving is strictly forbidden. Tolls cost NT$40.

Accessibility Taiwan

Taiwan is probably the Asian country that has made the most effort to make its infrastructure accessible to people with physical disabilities. Sidewalks are well maintained and every subway station has an access ramp, as do most restaurants and hotels. That said, the main obstacle in big cities remains population density: it's not easy to make your way when hundreds of people are walking alongside you.

Tourist traps Taiwan

As far as we know, there are no tourist traps in Taiwanese transport. Cabs are all licensed, metered and generally honest

honest. That said, it's always possible that your driver will take a roundabout route to raise the fare. Remember to check your route with a GPS if in doubt.