Tainan is the oldest city and former capital of Taiwan. Settlers from China and Europe who came to Taiwan first arrived in Tainan. The Dutch have strong roots here as the VOC established a ruling and trading base.
A one day visit to Tainan is perfect to visit all the main sights in the city. I used the afternoon of arrival to explore the city center with its abundance of temples, and the morning after for the Anping district.
Walking tour in Tainan’s City center
Follow this 5 km walking tour to visit Tainan’s city center. From the TRA Tainan station you can walk to all the temples and historical sights. The list in order of visiting from the station area.
Koxinga Shrine (延平郡王祠)
Lady Linshui Temple (臨水夫人媽廟)
Confucius Temple (臺南孔廟)
Hayashi Department Store (台南林百貨)
Snail Alley (蝸牛巷)
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Grand Mazu Temple (臺南祀典大天后宮)
Chihkan Tower (赤崁樓)
Shennong Street (神農街)
Anping District
From the station and the city center of Tainan you can take a 40 minute bus ride to the Anping district. The main attractions are all close together and can be visited within 2-3 hours.
Anping Fort (or Fort Zeelandia) (安平古堡)
Anping Old Street (安平老街)
Anping Kaitai Tianhou Temple (安平開台天后宮)
Anping Treehouse (安平樹屋)
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Where to stay in Tainan?
I preferred staying close to the TRA station, as it’s easier for travel, and all the temples are in that area too. Huzi room offer spacious and very comfortable rooms for a very affordable price. After booking they ask you for a payment through a link they send, this is legit.
