Tainan

Travel Guide

Taijiang National Park which includes a ferry, a river or creek and a temple or place of worship
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Tainan Park featuring outdoor art and a garden
Chihkan Tower featuring marine life
Zeelandia City Museum

Tainan Travel Guide Video

One of the island's oldest settlements and the region’s former capital, this city’s winding streets tell the story of Taiwan’s history. 

Tainan is the cultural heart of Taiwan, home to centuries-old monuments and temples, exciting festivals, a thriving art scene and cuisine that makes the rest of the island envious. Although it might look like any other large Taiwanese city, if you take the time to explore, you will find it is full of traditional, small-town charm and rich history. 

Founded as a Dutch colony in 1624, this part of Taiwan was then occupied by the Chinese until the late 19th century. Explore Tainan’s Confucius Temple, the first Confucian temple in Taiwan and, at one time, the highest educational institution on the island. The temple grounds are a popular public gathering place, where you will see locals leisurely strolling, doing tai chi or flying kites.

Wander the streets of Anping, the city’s oldest neighborhood or go for a soak in the famous hot springs at Guanziling. Browse the trendy shops and street murals on Haian Road and then slow down amid the pretty stone pathways and lily ponds in Tainan Park. 

Head to one of Tainan’s famous night markets. Hua Yuan Night Market in the north district is the largest outdoor market in Taiwan. Browse the food stalls and find out why Tainan’s cuisine is famous throughout Taiwan. Try a savory oyster omelet or coffin bread, thick fried bread filled with hearty seafood and vegetable chowder. 

If you dare, check out the heart-pounding Yanshui Beehive Rockets Festival in February. Ranked among the world’s most dangerous festivals, the event involves the launch of thousands of fireworks and bottle rockets straight into crowds of onlookers. 

Tainan is less than four hour’s from Taipei by car or train. You can easily explore the city’s attractions on foot or you can hire a rental scooter, which makes it easy to quickly navigate the busy streets. November and December, as well as March and April, are the best times of year to visit. During these months, the weather is warm and the city receives little rainfall.

Where to stay in Tainan

Tainan Park showing a lake or waterhole and a garden

Tainan City Centre

4.5/5(154 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the hot springs and monuments in Tainan City Centre. You might want to make time for a stop at Chihkan Tower or Hayashi Department Store.

Tainan City Centre
Tainan which includes night scenes, nightlife and street scenes

West Central District

West Central District is noteworthy for its coffeehouses, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tainan Confucian Temple and Hayashi Department Store.

West Central District
Tainan

Anping

3.5/5(5 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Anping. You might want to make time for a stop at Anping Gubao Ancient Street or Zeelandia City Museum.

Anping

Yongkang

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Yongkang. You might want to make time for a stop at Yongda Night Market or Yongkang Park.

Yongkang
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East District

East District is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Dadong Night Market and T.S. Mall.

East District
Tainan showing night scenes and markets as well as a large group of people

North District

You'll enjoy the restaurants and monuments in North District. You might want to make time for a stop at Xiao Bei Night Market or Tainan Flowers Night Market.

North District
Lakeshore Hotel Tainan
Lakeshore Hotel Tainan
4 out of 5
No. 269, Section 1, Yongfu Road, West Central District, Tainan
The price is ¥14,310 per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
¥14,310
¥16,528 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Tainan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,693 reviews)
"my favourite place to stay in Tainan"

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Lakeshore Hotel Tainan
Shangri-La Far Eastern Tainan
Shangri-La Far Eastern Tainan
5 out of 5
89 Section West, University Road, Tainan
The price is ¥16,075 per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
¥16,075
¥18,567 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Tainan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,103 reviews)
"總是給我和家人如自家的舒適感和安全感,非常棒的住宿體驗"

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Shangri-La Far Eastern Tainan
FX Hotel Tainan MinSheng Road Branch
FX Hotel Tainan MinSheng Road Branch
4 out of 5
8F., No.76, Sec. 2, Minsheng Rd., West Central Dist., Tainan
The price is ¥3,557 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
¥3,557
¥4,109 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Tainan. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"amazing staff."

Reviewed on Jun 21, 2025

FX Hotel Tainan MinSheng Road Branch
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Hôtel de Flore
Hôtel de Flore
3.5 out of 5
No. 275, Section 2, Mincyuan Road, Central Western District, Tainan, Taiwan
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Tainan. Enjoy free WiFi, Netflix, and premium bedding. Popular attractions Tainan Flowers Night Market and CHIMEI Museum ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Best hospitality ever
"Owner was amazing They provide me tasty snacks and coffee"

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025

Hôtel de Flore
Xiao Jiajia
Xiao Jiajia
2 out of 5
13, Alley 18, Lane 125, Guosheng Rd,, Tainan, Tainan City
Stay at this villa in Tainan. Enjoy free WiFi and air conditioning. Popular attractions Tainan Flowers Night Market and Julius Mannich Merchant House are located ...
"乾淨 床舒服 蠻好的"

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2023

Xiao Jiajia
Triple One Entire Home
Triple One Entire Home
2.5 out of 5
No. 111, Qingdong St., East Dist, Tainan, Tainan City
Stay at this vacation home in Tainan. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and slippers. Popular attractions Tainan Flowers Night Market and CHIMEI Museum are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"超乾淨的民宿,設備豪華新穎 明年一定會再來"

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2025

Triple One Entire Home
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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