Da'an

Taipei, Taiwan

The city's most walkable neighborhood with tree-lined lanes, independent boutiques, and the famous Yongkang Street food area.

Places in Da'an

Ounce Hidden behind a barber shop facade, this whisky-focused speakeasy serves impeccable classics in a prohibition-era setting.

Best time to visit: September-November, March-April for pleasant weather
Getting around: Excellent metro system; efficient buses; walkable neighbourhoods; cable car to peaks
Currency: New Taiwan Dollar (TWD). Credit cards accepted at malls; cash preferred at markets and small shops.
Language: Mandarin Chinese. English more common than mainland China, especially among young people. Taiwanese also spoken.
Timezone: Taiwan Standard Time (TST), UTC+8
Current trends: Taiwanese ingredient elevation; regional Chinese cuisine modernization; fusion of tradition and innovation; omakase culture expansion; beverage program sophistication

Xinyi — The gleaming financial district around Taipei 101—luxury malls, fine dining, and the city's most concentrated nightlife.
Wanhua (Longshan) — Taipei's oldest district around Longshan Temple—traditional markets, historic temples, and increasingly hip café scene.
Daan District — Upscale neighbourhood with contemporary dining
Xinyi District — Modern business district with high-end restaurants