Enjoy gourmet night life! Top 10 Must-Visit Night Markets in Taipei

▲ The student-favorite Shida Night Market area. (Photo / Screenshot fromShida Longquan Commercial Area - Shida Night Marketfan page)

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“Night markets” are a unique part of Taiwanese culture and one of the top evening outings for locals. Not only can you enjoy a wide variety of local street foods, but there are also fun activities such as BB gun shooting, goldfish scooping, and ring toss games. For those who love shopping, Taiwanese night markets offer plenty of "treasures" to hunt for—making them a perfect spot for food, fun, and shopping all in one. For people living busy lives, visiting a night market with family or friends on weeknights is also a great way to unwind. ETToday Travel Cloud has specially compiled a list of the “Top 10 Popular Night Markets in Taipei.” Visitors to Taipei shouldn’t miss these!

▲ The internationally renowned Shilin Night Market food area. (Photo / Screenshot fromTaipei Tourism Official Website)

1. Shilin Night Market
No night market in Taipei is more iconic than Shilin Night Market. In addition to being the largest and most beloved by locals, it also captivates international tourists—you’ll often see crowds of visitors from around the world, sometimes creating an incredibly packed scene. Shilin Night Market has been featured multiple times as Taiwan’s representative night market, making it a must-visit for tourists from all over the world. Its fame has reached international levels.

Most visitors come to Shilin Night Market mainly for food and shopping. High-value snacks abound here, especially chicken cutlets, sausages, and medicinal herbal spare ribs, which are especially popular. For shopping, trendy clothing can be found in every alley, along with several well-known sportswear brands. Shilin Night Market has truly become the most famous night market in Taipei.

Shilin Night Market
Location: Between Dadong Road, Danan Road, Wenhlin Road, and Jih River Road in Shilin District, Taipei City, and surrounding areas.
Business Hours: Monday to Sunday, 11:00 AM to 2:00 AM the next day.
Transportation:Taipei Tourism

▲The student-favoriteShida Night Market area. (Photo / Screenshot fromShida Longquan Commercial Area - Shida Night Marketfan page)

2. Shida Night Market
Named after its proximity to Taipei Normal University, the market was once plagued by complaints from nearby residents due to issues like fumes and noise. It has since shifted focus primarily to the clothing industry, especially women's fashion, making it a favorite among many young Taiwanese women. Additionally, small creative markets are occasionally held at the end of the night market, where vendors offer various handmade and craft items. As for food, netizens recommend popular items like ice-fire pineapple buns, special green stinky tofu, and Malaysian street food. Because the market is relatively compact, visitors can enjoy both international cuisine and a pleasant shopping experience without getting too tired. Shida Night Market has become a must-visit spot for many young people.One of.

Shida Night Market
Address: Longquan Street, Da’an District, Taipei City
Business Hours: 16:00–24:00 (hours vary by shop)
Transportation:Shida Longquan Commercial District - Shida Night Market Fan Specialty

▲Gongguan Commercial District.

3. Gongguan Commercial District
Gongguan Night Market is located on Section 3, Roosevelt Road, adjacent to Taiwan’s top university, National Taiwan University. Unlike typical night markets, in addition to food and clothing, Gongguan offers many surrounding attractions such as specialty bookstores, well-known pubs, cinemas, and third-grade historic sites, making the entire district lively both day and night. During the day, visitors can explore the third-grade historic site “Taipei Water Park Museum,” known for its unique architectural style. On hot days, you can also head to the “Water Wukong Water Experience Education Area” nearby for some fun in the water. In the evening, enjoy delicious food and shopping. If you prefer to avoid the crowds, you can choose the “Treasure Hill Artist Village” to experience an artsy hidden paradise. Gongguan is a popular Taipei commercial district suitable for all ages.

Gongguan Commercial District
Address: Section 3, Roosevelt Road, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City
Business Hours: Vary by individual shops
Transportation: Exit 4 of Gongguan MRT Station


▲The ever-crowded Raohe Tourist Night Market.

4. Raohe Street Tourist Night Market
Raohe Night Market is a tourist night market famous for its food. The market is long and narrow with a relatively small area but highly concentrated stalls. A wide variety of authentic Taiwanese street foods are loved by both locals and tourists. It has been listed by German media as one of the world’s 18 hidden gems, showcasing its immense popularity both domestically and internationally. Since the night market operates very late—some vendors even stay open until the early hours—the place is always bustling with people, crowded on both weekdays and holidays.

Among the many food options at Raohe Tourist Night Market, there are very few disappointing stalls. Netizens especially recommend braised pork ribs in medicinal soup, spicy stinky tofu, pepper buns, and tofu pudding desserts. Raohe is perfect for food lovers who aren’t interested in shopping. After enjoying the food, visitors can also take a stroll along the nearby “Rainbow Bridge” to admire the beautiful riverside night view.

Raohe Night Market
Address: Raohe Street, between Section 4, Bade Road, and Songhe Street, Songshan District, Taipei (parallel to these streets)
Business Hours: Daily from 5:00 PM to midnight (some shops may stay open until the early hours)
Transportation:Taipei Tourism Bureau


▲Nicknamed “The stomach of Taipei people,” Ningxia Night Market. (Photo / Sourced fromTaipei Tourism Bureau official website)

5. Ningxia Night Market
Rivaling Raohe Night Market, Ningxia Night Market is also a food-centric tourist night market and is even dubbed “The stomach of Taipei people.” In 2015, it won five major honors in the “Best of Taipei Night Markets” vote organized by the Taipei City Government. Ningxia Night Market originally focused on traditional snacks such as braised pork rice, oyster vermicelli, and milkfish belly soup. Later, it expanded to include many creative foods, such as the extremely popular grilled squid. Known for its cozy atmosphere and the theme “The stomach of Taipei people,” it continues to attract both locals and tourists. The market also features at least 50-year-old old shops, serving dishes with a combined age of over a thousand years. If you’re longing for traditional flavors, be sure to visit Ningxia Night Market.

Ningxia Night Market
Address: Ningxia Road, Datong District, Taipei City (located between Nanjing West Road and Minsheng West Road)
Business Hours: Daily from 6:00 PM to midnight
Transportation:Taipei Tourism Bureau


▲Tonghua Night Market. (Photo / Sourced fromTaipei Tourism Bureau official website）

6. Tonghua Night Market (Linjiang Street Night Market)
Tonghua Tourist Night Market is a cross-shaped night market formed by Lane 39, Tonghua Street, and Linjiang Street. During the day, it functions as a marketplace, but when the sun sets, numerous clothing and food stalls open for business. It’s also a must-visit night market for local office workers. On both sides of the entrance are rows of pet shops, hence the nickname “Pet Street.” The market mainly offers traditional Taiwanese snacks, with netizens recommending items such as shaped egg cakes, special braised pork rice, and old-fashioned rice vermicelli soup. Among the favorites are the extremely popular salted chicken and the location-changing hidden sweet potato balls. Aside from food, visitors can stroll along Wenchang Street, also known as “Furniture Street,” to explore a variety of unique and stylish Chinese and Western home furnishings.

Tonghua Night Market (Linjiang Street Night Market)
Address: Linjiang Street, Da’an District, Taipei City (from Tonghua Street to Keelung Road)
Business Hours: Daily 18:00–24:00 (some shops stay open even later)
Transportation:Taipei Tourism Bureau


▲ Huaxi Street Tourist Night Market features unique "snake dishes." (Photo / Screenshot fromTaipei Tourism Bureauofficial website)

7. Huaxi Street Tourist Night Market
Located near Longshan Temple in Wanhua, Huaxi Street Night Market is Taiwan’s first tourist night market. Its entrance is marked by striking traditional red palace lanterns, making it highly recognizable. The food offerings primarily include various game meats, mountain produce, and seafood, with its specialty being the unique “snake shops.” In the past, some shops would put on snake-slaughtering performances, but as times have changed, they have mostly shifted to offering “snake dishes” such as raw snake blood drinks, wild game snake soup, and grilled snake meat skewers for adventurous diners. These are rumored to have aphrodisiac and detoxifying effects, which is why Huaxi Street is also known as the “Snake Street.” The novelty often draws large crowds of tourists and locals, and brave visitors can come try the unique “snake dishes” at this night market.

Huaxi Street Night Market
Address: Huaxi Street, Wanhua District, Taipei City (between Guiyang Street and Guangzhou Street)
Business Hours: Daily 10:00–24:00 (some businesses open during the day)
Transportation:Taipei Tourism Bureau


▲ Dubbed the “land of affordable street eats,” Nanjichang Night Market. (Photo / Screenshot fromTaipei Tourism Bureauofficial website)

8. Nanjichang Night Market
Nanjichang was originally a term from the Japanese colonial period, initially used for a military airfield operated by the Japanese army. Later, it was converted into military dependents' villages and public housing. As the population grew, it developed into the night market it is today. Nanjichang has shops open both day and night, featuring many high-value, queue-worthy eats, thus earning the nickname “the hub of affordable street food.” Netizens especially recommend the chicken specialty shop at the entrance, as well as authentic fried oyster omelets, fried sweet rice cakes, and a seafood stir-fry restaurant where every dish is just NT$70. Visitors can walk straight in from the entrance, with plenty of food options along the way, and every side street offers alleyway snacks that often bring delightful surprises!

Nanjichang Night Market
Address: Between Alley 307 and Alley 315, Section 2, Zhonghua Road, Zhongzheng District, Taipei City
Business Hours: 05:00–24:00
Transportation:Taipei Tourism Bureau


▲ Liaoning Night Market boasts many long-established snack vendors. (Photo / Screenshot fromTaipei Tourism BureauOfficial website)

9. Liaoning Night Market
Liaoning Night Market covers a very small area—just Liaoning Street between Chang’an East Road and Zhu] Street, spanning about 200 meters. Though compact, it hides many authentic local snacks, most of which are long-established businesses with over 30 or 40 years of history. The place is often packed with crowds of food enthusiasts vying for their favorite treats. Compared to the food, the clothing and other types of stalls here are relatively modest. Basically, the old shops here have received positive reviews from netizens. The only hassle is that you’ll need to wait patiently in line. Among the highlights are stinky tofu prepared using three signature methods: deep-fried, steamed, and braised. Here, you can experience the lively hustle and bustle of a crowded night market. If you get the chance, set aside some time to explore and discover your own favorite old-shop snacks here.

Liaoning Night Market
Address: Liaoning Street, Zhongshan District, Taipei City (located between Chang’an East Road and Zhu] Street)
Business Hours: Daily 18:00–24:00
Transportation:Taipei Tourism Network


▲ Jingmei Night Market, hailed as “Taipei’s Little Food Paradise.” (Photo / Screenshot fromTaipei Tourism NetworkOfficial website)

10. Jingmei Night Market
Jingmei Night Market is the most popular night market in Wenshan District, Taipei City, boasting a 30-year history. Thanks to its location right at the MRT station exit, it enjoys excellent transportation access and sees a constant stream of visitors. With an abundance of hearty and flavorful food options, it often attracts young office workers and students. As its popularity has grown, many TV food programs have come to cover and report on it, making it one of Taipei’s hottest urban food destinations. Netizens highly recommend the popular charcoal-grilled skewers priced at just NT$15 each, the midnight-operating sweet potato porridge stall, and the dessert shop specializing in sweet rice wine soup dumplings. For travelers who love sampling a variety of small bites, Jingmei Night Market is your top choice.

Jingmei Night Market
Address: Jingmei Street, Wenshan District, Taipei City (around Jinghua Street and Jingmei Street, near Jingmei Elementary School)
Business Hours: Daily 18:00–24:00
Transportation:Taipei Tourism Network