based on 16 experiences
Sulenni
Singapore
It's very safe in Taiwan. As a backpacker who was in Southeast Asia, Taiwan is considered more expensive and is comparable to the cost one would incur in Singapore. As there are many delicious street food in Taiwan, it's good to make friends and have people to share the food together! Hostels in Taiwan are more expensive on the weekends as the locals are also traveling within their country. Good to book in advance if you're moving cities over the weekend.
Posted: July 10, 2024I travelled all around the island, half of it by public transportation, and half bu hitchhiking. It was such an amazing experience! People are very nice and helped us a lot in many ways. Food and transportation aren't that expensive, but accommodation can be. I was hosted a couple of times, camped outside and stayed in hostels. If you decide to stay in a hostel/hotel, you better book in advance, at least a day prior. Taiwanese are pragmatic and organized people, and would be too surprised or feel uncomfortable if you suddenly look for an accommodation. For transportation, it's very easy. Just buy the Easy card and use for buses, trains, and subway!
Posted: June 7, 2024Experienced: May, 2024Amrita (26)
United States
Taiwan is a very safe country for female travellers. It was super simple to solo travel because the trains and bus make it easy to get around and people are helpful. I recommend visiting taipei, juifen, sun moon lake and hualien. The nature is beyond stunning here.
Posted: June 4, 2024Experienced: September, 2023Taipei was incredibly safe, the people are very friendly and willing to help! There were a variety of activities, including hiking, local street markets and specialty coffee places. It was relatively affordable (especially the food) and I recommend staying at a hostel called Star Hostel Taipei East, which was clean and comfortable.
Posted: March 22, 2024I was in Taiwan in October last year. 100% super safe, traveling is super easy, excellent public transport, people are extremely helpful and friendly. I highly recommend it. I will definitely come back.
Posted: February 9, 2024One of the safest countries with some of the kindest people in the world. It feels safe to walk on the streets because someone will immediately approach and ask how they can help. Lovely people, interested in the world, and conversation, and ready to help however they can. It makes you want to go back there.
Posted: February 8, 2024y’all this is a MUST go to destination for solo women! it’s super safe and met so many other solo women. i stayed at star hostel taipei main station and the vibes were IMMACULATE. Super recommend to do day trips out of taipei there’s so much u can do just a day trip out w beautiful nature. i didn’t spend that much around 400 AUD for 8 nights (not including accom). the train metro system is easy just buy a sim card and travel card at the airport !
Posted: January 30, 2024Experienced: January, 2024I spent 5 weeks in Taiwan, going all the way around the whole island. Taiwan is a gem for solo travelers. Incredibly safe, the food is delicious, and the people are very friendly.
Posted: January 19, 2024Spend 8 days in Taiwan with family. We enjoyed it overall. Took a road-trip to Taroko and Sun Moon Lake and there are lots more to see. Taipei is vibrant with lots of sights and things to do too as a family with elderlies and small kids.
Posted: January 10, 2024I was there alone in October. 100% safe, traveling is very easy, excellent public transportation, people are helpful and friendly. I highly recommend it and I will definitely return there.
Posted: November 27, 2023Based on 10 experiences
Based on 10 experiences
Taiwan is the top 10 safety country in the world I think. You don’t need to worry about anyone will hurt you , or other bad things will happen. Most of the Taiwanese are really friendly to everyone,especially to the foreigners who are traveling in Taiwan. So if you have some problems during the trip, you can ask any one beside you, even though they don’t have good English speaking skills, they will still try to help you.
Posted: July 15, 2024Dora
I consider Taiwan is one of the safest countries in the world! People in cafes even leave their laptops on the table when they go to the toilet! If you enjoy night life, we have night market, bars, and all kinds of restaurants still open after midnight.
Posted: July 4, 2024Yurin
Japan
Taiwan has various delicious food to try, Most of them are even cheap! People are friendly and hospitality. It's safe all the time, but just be careful walking on the road, there are many cars or motorbikes in city. Overall, it's worth to explore Taiwan!
Posted: January 2, 2024I lived there for some time and there is so much to see and do!! Keelung. Jiufen. Yanmingshan. Elephant Mountain. Sun Moon Lake. Eat xiao long bao. Visit the Rahoe night market. And Shilin, if you have the courage to handle the crowds! Head south to Kenting for beaches and relaxation.
Posted: June 22, 2022