By MOOK HowToTrip Editorial Team
The period just before the Lunar New Year is when most people do their major shopping. As families prepare to gather for reunion dinners and celebrate the festive season, Taiwan’s Lunar New Year markets are always bustling with activity. This time, HowToTrip recommends the top Lunar New Year markets across northern, central, and southern Taiwan to serve as a shopping guide and reference. Why not join in the lively atmosphere and festive cheer around the holiday?
The Lunar New Year is the perfect time to shop at the Lunar New Year markets (Image source: Tourism Bureau, Ministry of Transportation and Communications)
Taipei – Dihua Street
Dihua Street is the largest Lunar New Year market in northern Taiwan, serving as a hub for purchasing Chinese medicine, dried goods, sundries, textiles, and silk (Image source: Tourism Bureau, Ministry of Transportation and Communications)
Taichung – Jiguang Street
In addition to local snacks and delicacies, many shops on Jiguang Street are long-established brands, including Da Shu Fabric Store, Far East Jewellery, and Jing Hua Eyewear. There are also plenty of options for clothing and shoes (Image source: Taichung City Government)
Tainan – Xinhua Old Street
Xinhua Old Street still boasts many historically traditional shops, selling everything from traditional hardware and rice to nostalgic pastries. It is a uniquely charming old street (Image source: Xinhua Old Street Lunar New Year Market)
Kaohsiung – Sanfongzhong Street
Sanfongzhong Street is a historic market in Kaohsiung City. With years of accumulated culture for trading all kinds of southern and northern goods, Kaohsiung remains the largest wholesale center for such products. After renovation, the commercial street has been revitalized with bright lighting, and the lanes have been repaved with granite, offering visitors a completely renewed experience (Image source: Kaohsiung City Government)
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