【Sunday Slow Time】Old Houses in Tainan, A Leisurely Day Trip Through the Historic City
Last updated 2026-09-25 — From morning to night, the new charm of Tainan’s old houses draws travelers here, intoxicating them in the flow of time. For now, set aside the anxiety of chasing grand mountains, rivers, and famous historical sites. In the span of a single day, wander through the alleys...
Written/Compiled & Reported by Chen Guanxin, MOOK Travel & Lifestyle Network
A desk in Nature House holds calligraphy brushes and practice sheets, paired with the view outside the window, creating a refreshing atmosphere. (Image provided by MOOK Editorial Department)
9:00 AM – Good Morning, Old House
Arriving early in Tainan, insiders know to squeeze into market alleys to feast on salty porridge and beef soup, or perhaps try an exquisite brunch. The delightful offerings at House Coffee Bar have won over the hearts of local uncles, aunties, and neighbors; Cagamia, where delicious food matters more than the space itself, exudes poetic charm everywhere... Tainan’s brunches, made with seemingly ordinary yet fresh ingredients, paired with the unique essence of old houses, gradually draw us into the city’s slow and leisurely pace of life.
A dark wooden bar counter is adorned with artificial turf and decorated with hanging potted plants, creating a fresh vibe. (Image provided by MOOK Editorial Department)
2:00 PM – Take a Break in the Afternoon
Strolling through the alleys, you might turn a corner and stumble upon an old house café full of character. Choose a cozy spot that catches your eye and take a break. The literary charm of Liangliang Café and Novel Café, the vintage Japanese colonial ambiance of Shunfeng Hao, sampling authentic Hong Kong-style egg tarts at Renacafé, chatting and listening to stories over a scoop of 1982 French-style handmade ice cream that carries the spirit of grandpa at Mu Hongdou, or sipping a Kyoto-inspired tea at Weiwu Tea House... Afternoon in Tainan’s old house cafés always makes time slip away effortlessly.
Ice cream made without any artificial additives, with cute takeout boxes in the background. (Image provided by MOOK Editorial Department)
5:00 PM – Savor the Taste of Time
In the rustic interiors of Tainan’s old houses, gourmet creative cuisine from Laojia offers stunning European dishes; Witch's in Lane 134 crafts a magical space within a 40-year-old house that instantly gives you a tipsy feeling; and the nearly 80-year-old Shibama Tea House serves not only fragrant health-conscious meals but also a taste of old Tainan life... Tainan’s various street snacks have long captured the hearts of travelers, but be sure to save some room in your stomach—come to these old houses to taste both food and the passage of time.
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A health-focused noodle set features handmade sun-dried red wheat noodles paired with homemade stir-fried vegetarian sauce. (Image provided by MOOK Editorial Department)
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