Scenic spot introduction:
Shilin Night Market is the most famous and popular night market in Taipei. It consists of two parts: one is the market snacks opposite Cicheng Temple; the other is the area surrounded by Anping Street, Dadong Road, and Wenlin Road, with Yangming Theater as the center. Snacks from the north and south, fashionable clothes, groceries, and the constant flow of people exude a lively atmosphere. The Shilin Market opposite Cicheng Temple is covered with iron sheets. The market includes a variety of snacks from all over the country, from steaks, teppanyaki to Oyster Omelette , Guangdong porridge , stir-fried squid, and a dazzling array of goods; every night, the crowds visiting the night market always fill up the narrow passages. The night market, which is centered around Yangming Theater, is mainly composed of several small alleys. Walking through them, you will feel a special sense of the market. Various shops and stalls are close to each other, including snack stalls, clothing stores, boutiques, shoe stores, record stores, sports goods, etc. As long as the market is popular, you can find them here. Whenever the night gradually falls and the lights are lit one by one, Shilin Night Market enters a prosperous period.Attractions distribution:
In Shilin Night Market, you can taste various delicious Taiwanese snacks, such as Oyster Noodles , Tempura , Oyster Omelette , Steamed fried meatballs, bubble milk tea, Guangdong porridge , Japanese sushi, Korean kimchi pot, etc. There are also fried chicken, pan-fried buns, salted chicken, scallion pancakes, cold noodles, large sausages, Big pancake with small pancake , Oyster Omelette , squid soup, Tempura , steak, potatoes, pancakes, stewed pork ribs, potato chips, Frog laying eggs , lemon aiyu, bubble ice, guaranteed to make you unforgettable. After eating and drinking, stroll along the street, all kinds of handbags, shoes, clothes and department store accessories, all of which are inexpensive and of good quality, will surely make your wallet bleed.Scenic spot features:
Hiking, city tours, food, night markets, local cuisineScenic spot map:
Travel Notes of Travellers:
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travelling guideline:
Taiwan's famous night markets:
1. Shilin Night Market: The largest night market in Taipei, a must-visit for tourists, with a variety of Taiwanese delicacies. Must-try foods: Big pancake with small pancake , stir-fried squid, shaved ice, chicken steak, and medicinal ribs.
2. Huaxi Street Night Market: Featured in the movie "Monga", selling all kinds of mountain seafood and game snacks. Must-try delicacies: squid soup, boneless chicken, meatballs, snake dishes.
3. Keelung Temple: Mainly traditional snacks. Must-try food: bubble ice, charcoal grilled food.
4. Luodong Night Market: Open day and night, all year round, with all kinds of snacks, supplies, and games. Must-try foods: stuffed rice balls, shaved ice, scallion pancakes, and a string of hearts.
5. Fengjia Night Market: The birthplace of creative cuisine and famous creative snacks in Taiwan. Must-try food: Large intestine wrapped in small intestine , cheese potatoes, kumquat lemon juice.
6. Tainan Garden Night Market: Good reputation on the Internet, covering an area of more than 7,000 square meters, with more than 200 types of food, clothing, and game stalls. Must-try foods: spicy duck blood, Hong Kong-style fish balls, Amei guava, and Shanghai crispy chicken.
7. Kaohsiung Liuhe Night Market: With a history of more than 60 years, it is the oldest and most famous local snack center in Kaohsiung. Must-try delicacies: papaya milk, eel head, and squid soup.
Best time to visit:
As night fell and the lights came on, long queues formed in front of the stalls and shops at Shilin Night Market. Office workers, tourists, and nearby residents lined up in front of the stalls and shops.
People came in droves, and the scene was very lively.
Shopping recommendations:
(Local specialties) Dongding Oolong Tea, Wenshan Baozhong Tea, Yingge Ceramics, Baihao Oolong, Gangshan Three Treasures, Meinong Oil-paper Umbrella.
(Special food) Double-boiled hotpot, braised pork with rice, fried river shrimp, steamed stuffed buns with pork belly, rice noodle with large intestine, tofu from Shenkeng Temple, Sanzhi seafood, fried chicken, beef noodles, tea oil rice noodle, stir-fried squid.
Scenic spot map:
Scenic spot location:
China > Taiwan Province > Taipei City > Shilin District
How to get there:
(Public transportation)
1. Take the Zhinan Bus Tamsui direct bus from Tacheng Street, Beimen, Taipei City, or take Zhinan Bus No. 5 from the Taipei City Roundabout and get off at Tamsui Station.
2. Take the Tamsui bus from Banqiao, Xindian or Taipei Public Security Building to Tamsui and get off at Tamsui Station.
(Taiwan Railway)
Take the Taiwan Railway to Taipei Station, then take the Taipei MRT to Tamsui Station, and then take the New Taipei City Bus (Red Route 26) to Tamsui Old Street.
Scenic area map:
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Shilin Night Market Ticket Prices:
No tickets are available.
Scenic area opening hours:
Shilin Market B1 Food Court is open from 15:00 to 01:00 Monday to Thursday, and from 11:30 to 02:00 Friday to Sunday.
The mobile stalls at the tourist night market are basically open from 4:00 to 5:00 pm every day.
