Overview
Shilin is Taiwan's largest night market, divided into food and shopping zones. The underground food court serves Taiwanese street food icons like XXL fried chicken cutlets, pepper buns, shaved ice, and stinky tofu. Above ground, stalls overflow with clothing, accessories, and games. The market buzzes every evening and offers the essence of Taiwanese night market culture. Free admission. A 5-minute walk from MRT Jiantan Station, Exit 1.
Travel Tips
A 5-minute walk from MRT Jiantan Station. Come hungry so you can sample many small bites.
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to Taipei, Taiwan from Seoul (ICN).
Korean Passport · Visa
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Korean Community · Korean Food
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Attractions near Shilin Night Market
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Things to Do in Taipei
Shilin Night Market Food Crawl
Sample XXL fried chicken, pepper buns, shaved ice, and stinky tofu at Taiwan largest night market. The underground food court is the must-visit zone.
Yangmingshan Hot Springs
Soak in natural sulfur hot springs at Yangmingshan National Park north of Taipei. Enjoy open-air baths with mountain views and nearby hiking trails.
Taipei 101 Observatory
Take in 360-degree views from the 89th-floor indoor and 91st-floor outdoor observatories of 508m Taipei 101. See the 660-ton tuned mass damper up close.