Cheap Flights from Cebu (CEB) to Taipei (TPE)

Taipei’s welcoming and friendly spirit is what attracts and brings back visitors’ time and again. While Taipei is certainly a very busy and tech city, it is much more down-to-earth and calmer than other Asian cities. Taipei is a blend of Chinese, Japanese, Southeast Asian and American influences which in many ways makes this 300-year-old city a living museum! Taipei takes great pride in celebrating its rich history-the the disastrous and the victorious. If you’re fond of museums, stopover at the National Palace Museum which is regarded as the most majestic place in Taiwan. The museum displays a huge collection of treasures, bronzes, ceramics, calligraphy and has the best collection of Chinese art in the world, which dates back to thousands of years ago.

Getting There

Taipei is served by Taoyuan Airport. There are 4 airlines that operate from Cebu to Taipei which is Philippines Airlines, Cebu Pacific, Air Asia, and China Airlines and they all provide direct flights to Taipei. There are 15 Cebu-Taipei flights per week.

Tip: Hop on the MRT from Taoyuan Aiport which will take you to Taipei’s main station and from there you can take the citywide MRT or take a bus to the downtown area. You can also book a private taxi in advance. 

Top Things to Do

No trip to Taipei is complete without a visit to the Shilin Night Market which boasts its local delights from fried chicken steak and tempura to bubble tea! Taiwan is known for inventing this popular Southeast Asian drink. This market provides a real insight into the Taiwanese culture. 

Pay a visit to the once tallest building on earth Taipei 101, until Burj Khalifa took over its place in 2010 and get impressive views from the top. The highlight is the elevator up to the 89^th floor which is the fastest in the world. 

Taipei Zoo, one of Asia’s biggest zoos should be in your list of things to see. It is home to a variety of animals, including pandas, kangaroos, koalas, and African wildlife. The zoo also hosts a number of shows and activities for people of all ages to enjoy.

Another outstanding sight to add to your list is the Elephant Mountain. It is worth the climb for its magnificent views. Visit before sunrise or sunset.

Take a break from the bustling city at Yangmingshan Park with its lush gardens, beautiful mountains and lovely rivers. Another pleasant spot to escape the city life is the Taipei Botanical Garden, located beside the National Museum of History. 

Xinmending is definitely the place to go after dark. It is perfect for night time strolls with friends and culinary delights. Yongkang street is a great place to explore with quite a number of quirky shops and a large number of umbrella shops which is a thing in Taiwan. 

Tip: The MRT network is the cheapest and most extensive way to get around the city. Cycling is another great option to travel small distances. Youbike is the cycling service app used here. 

Stay and Eat in Taipei

You will find a variety of accommodation in Taipei, from high-end hotels to backpackers’ hostels. The most popular neighborhood is Xinyi which is often called the Times Square of Taipei where you will find top dining, an eccentric nightlife scene, and upscale shopping. Ximending is another popular neighborhood that is the center of Taipei’s pop culture scene. Shilin is close to major attractions in the city like Yangmingshan National Park and National Palace Museum. 

Some of the Taipei cuisines, you should not miss are the Scallion and Daikon Pancake, the Taiwanese Spicy Hot Pot, with a great raw ingredient mixed in it, a great group meal taste better when eaten with DIY dipping sauce, and the Braised Pork Rice which is great comfort food. Beef noodle soup is no doubt the most loved comfort dish here. Street food here is delicious and affordable especially breakfast.

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