First Guru in Taiwan Taipei's Origin & Longshan Temple - Taiwan Cultural Free Walking Tour

Uncover the essence of Taiwanese culture at Taipei's ancient Longshan Temple, a 300-year-old treasure nestled in the heart of the city's oldest district. Dive deep into the beginning of Taipei, the true Taiwanese way of life, the captivating tales of our folk gods, and their role in shaping the lives of Taiwanese believers.

Dive into the rich fabric of Taiwanese culture and history. Discover how our ancestors thrived in Taiwan and how they treated illnesses without doctors. Looking for a bit of extra luck? Longshan Temple, filled with colorful dragons, is home to over 100 folk gods who oversee everything from the sea to battles. Share your wishes with gods like Wenchang Dijun, known for helping with learning, and the Old Man Under the Moon, who brings couples together. Our guide will show you how to throw 'moonstones' and interpret messages from the heavens. Get your fortune read and learn about the temple's long history and the traditions of Buddhism and Taoism that have made it a beloved place for centuries.

Join us for an unforgettable journey as we discover the authentic spirit of Taiwan.

Major Stops:

Mengxia Park

Bopiliao Historical Block

Herbal Alley

Longshan Temple

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The tour lasts 2 hours and 30 minutes

Available in English

97% of travelers recommend this Free Tour

Guide: TourMeAway

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Tours since 2018

We are a group of adventure-seeking, fun-loving, easy-going travellers from Taiwan who want to share one of the greatest cities in the world! So step out and come hang! TourMeAway is an organization that provides entertaining & informative free walking tours in Taipei city every day by young & passionate local tour guides. Tours include the fundamental historical tour, the relaxing chill-out tour, and the mysterious temple tour. Last but not least, the pub crawl and night market tour allows you to enjoy the nightlife of Taipei with the cool and fun locals. TourMeAway, is a fun way to travel to Taipei.

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112 reviews

Professionalism

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Fun

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4.73

112 reviews

Professionalism

4.83

Fun

4.61

Communication

4.72

Quality

4.76

Route

4.60

6 stops

679 m walking

2 hours and 30 minutes

Meeting point:No. 153號, Section 1, Xiyuan Rd, Wanhua District, Taipei City, Taiwan 108Tour guide with the TourMeAway badge. Longshan Temple MRT Station Exit No.1Open in Google Maps →

Outside visit

Longshan Temple StationWe will meet at Exit 1 street level.

Outside visit

Bangka ParkOverview of the area, how Taipei started from here, the history, and the compass.

Outside visit

Bopiliao Historical Block

Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.

Accessibility

Suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Groups

Does not accept large group bookings.

Pets

Suitable for bringing pets.

Minimum attendees

Requires a minimum of 5 people to conduct the tour.

Additional costs

The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.

Free cancellation

If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.