Explore Taiwan — eSIM Data Plans & Travel Guide
Travel guide for Taiwan with instant eSIM data plans from DataOnly. No SIM swapping, no roaming fees.
Must-see in Taiwan
Taipei 101
Ascend the observation deck of this iconic 508-meter bamboo-stalk-shaped skyscraper for panoramic 360-degree views across the Taipei Basin.
National Palace Museum
Explore one of the world's finest collections of ancient Chinese imperial art and antiquities spanning nearly 5,000 years.
Jiufen Old Street
Wander the steep lantern-lit cobblestone alleyways, historic teahouses, and dramatic seaside viewpoints of this former gold mining hillside village.
Local food to try in Taiwan
Taiwanese Beef Noodle Soup (Niúròu Miàn)
Tender braised beef shank served over springy noodles in a rich, aromatic broth spiced with star anise and chili.
Xiao Long Bao (Soup Dumplings)
Delicate steamed dumplings with paper-thin wrappers that burst with savory pork filling and scalding, flavorful broth.
Lu Rou Fan (Braised Pork Rice)
Savory minced pork belly slow-simmered in soy sauce, five-spice powder, and shallots, served over hot steamed rice.
Practical tips for Taiwan
- Grab an EasyCard at any metro station or convenience store to pay seamlessly for the MRT, public buses, TRA trains, and even convenience store purchases.
- While credit cards are widely accepted at malls and restaurants, carry cash (New Taiwan Dollar) for night market stalls and neighborhood eateries.
- Eating, drinking (even water), and chewing gum are strictly forbidden inside the MRT stations and train cars, carrying hefty fines.
Fun fact about Taiwan
Taiwan's garbage trucks play classical music—most notably Beethoven's 'Für Elise'—to notify residents it's time to bring out their sorted recycling and trash!
Taiwan eSIM data plans
- 3 GB for 30 days — $12.60
- Unlimited for 5 days — $26.60
- Unlimited for 7 days — $37.80
- 20 GB for 30 days — $40.60