Night Markets

Night markets are one of the greatest highlights of visiting Taiwan, offering a perfect blend of street food, culture, and local energy. From the oldest lanes of Keelung Night Market in the far north to the tropical streets of Kenting Night Market in the far south, Taiwan’s night markets are where locals and travelers come together to eat, explore, and unwind after dark.

My Top 20 Night Markets in Taiwan guide is the perfect starting point, introducing the country’s most famous markets and linking to in-depth guides for each one. Across the site, you’ll find detailed write-ups on nearly every major market in Taiwan — no fewer than eight in Taipei alone — each packed with recommendations on what to eat, the best Michelin-rated food stalls, and insider tips on when to visit, what to expect, and how to get there.

Whether you’re planning to sample stinky tofu at Raohe Night Market, explore the maze-like lanes of Shilin, or try seafood and desserts at Feng Chia Night Market in Taichung, this section will help you make the most of Taiwan’s after-dark culinary adventures. Every guide is written from firsthand experience and regularly updated to reflect the latest stalls and seasonal specialties — so you can discover Taiwan one bite at a time.

Raohe Night Market: What to East at Taipei’s Best Night Market

When it comes to sheer concentration of tempting foods, Raohe Street Night Market (饒河街夜市) is arguably the best of Taipei’s ...
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The 20 Best Night Markets in Taiwan, from North to South

You haven’t really been to Taiwan until you’ve experienced one of its night markets. These snack-focused havens are the quintessential ...
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Sanmin Market: Finding Local Eats in the Heart of Kaohsiung

Sanmin Market (三民市場) is a traditional daytime market in Kaohsiung that also becomes Sanmin Street Night Market (三民街夜市) at night. ...
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10 Best Traditional Markets in Taiwan (with food tips!)

In Taiwan, night markets tend to get all the attention (and tourists!) For a more locals-only experience, try visiting one ...
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Ruifeng Night Market: A Guide to Kaohsiung’s Best Night Market

Ruifeng Night Market is the largest and best night market in Kaohsiung. While tourists tend to visit Liuhe Night Market, ...
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Sanfong Central Street: Kaohsiung’s Traditional Goods Market

Sanfong Central Street is a covered traditional market street where Kaohsiung locals go to purchase bulk dried foods (乾貨) like ...
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Liuhe Night Market: Kaohsiung’s Convenient Street Food Stop

Liuhe Night Market (六合夜市, also spelled Liouhe) is one of the most popular night markets in the Kaohsiung city center. ...
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Munch Your Way Through Garden (Flower) Night Market, Tainan

Garden Night Market (花園夜市), also sometimes called Flower Night Market, is Tainan city’s largest and most famous night market. One ...
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What to Eat at Tonghua (Linjiang Street) Night Market in Taipei

Tonghua Street Night Market (通化街夜市), also known as Linjiang Street Night Market (臨江街觀光夜市), is considered one of the top night ...
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The Best Local Eats at Chiayi’s Wenhua Road Night Market

Not many tourists spend the night in Chiayi city, and if they do, it’s usually because they plan to catch ...
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How to Eat Your Way through Shilin Night Market, Taipei’s Largest

Shilin Night Market (士林夜市 in Mandarin) has long been heralded as Taipei’s (and Taiwan’s) largest and most famous night market ...
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How to Tackle Dongdamen Night Market in Hualien Like a Pro

Dongdamen Night Market (東大門夜市) is the largest and best night market in Hualien on the stunning east coast of Taiwan. ...
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