The first city in Taiwan and the historic capital of the country, Tainan, is one of the southernmost cities that you have to visit while exploring Taiwan. It honestly gives Taipei (the new capital) a run for its money when it comes to cities to visit while in Taiwan.
For me, what makes Tainan extra sweet is its food culture. Not only does it have a heap of night markets, it also has a vast mix of stalls and restaurants that make this city the foodie capital of Taiwan.
So, to help you get the most out of your time in Taiwan, I’m sharing our top things to do in Tainan when you visit the city. It is one of Taiwan’s best cities to visit whilst exploring the country.
1.) Anping Market
Not too far from Anping Fort, the Anping Market area (Google Maps link) is filled with hawker-style stores, foodie spots and heaps of independent stores that line the streets here.
Give yourself around 2-3 hours to fully explore the area. Although it isn’t huge, you’ll end up stopping at so many different spots along the way in Anping Market and even join some local classes.
When we visited, we could try our hand at making honeycomb sugar biscuits within the market itself. You pay a small fee (around 60-100 Taiwan dollars) and you’ll make your very own biscuits on the streetside. We loved it.
Also, don’t forget that Tainan is a sweet city. What I mean by this is that the city loves sweet treats. It’s well known in Taiwan, and Tainan truly embraces its love of sweet treats.
Make sure to try brown sugar cake, pineapple cake, and Taiwanese bubble tea, which is one of the best in the world—well, in my opinion, at least.
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2.) Anping Fort
Just a few hundred metres from Anping Market, Anping Fort is a historical spot within Tainan that is well worth visiting for a 45-minute trip whilst in the city. Once here, you’ll explore the historic fort that dates back centuries. Not only that, you’ll get to climb the viewing platform for views all across Tainan.
There’s a small cost for entry, but it’s well worth it when looking for the best things to do in Taian.
Afterwards, don’t forget to book this Tainan tea ceremony that lasts around 90 minutes. It’s a great way to delve into Taiwan’s rich tea heritage, and it’s such a delicious experience.
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