Taipei: Unlimited FunPass – Transports & Attractions Pass

Taipei is one of those cities where your plans can change minute to minute, because neighborhoods are close and good stuff is everywhere. The FunPass is interesting because it mixes unlimited transit with one-time access to 30+ major attractions across Taipei, New Taipei, and Keelung.

I like two things a lot: I love that your transportation cost is mostly handled, so you can move between far-flung spots without doing math all day. And I love that it includes signature experiences like a Pingxi sky lantern moment and Jiufen food stops, the kinds of extras that normally add up.

One drawback to plan around: this pass is only truly efficient if you pick the right number of days. If you try to cram Jiufen into a single day, you can end up rushing between transit time and ticket time, and it’s not fun.

Key highlights for planning

• One pass, many rides: unlimited Taipei MRT, city buses in Taipei/New Taipei/Keelung, plus shuttle routes
• 30+ iconic sights included: Taipei 101, National Palace Museum, Maokong Gondola, Taipei Zoo, Yehliu Geopark
• Day-trip routes are built in: Beitou-Zhuzihu for Yangmingshan, Muzha-Pingxi for Pingxi, Jiufen Jinguashi for Jiufen
• Signature Taiwan experiences: Pingxi sky lantern, Jiufen taro balls, Jiufen Red Lantern Blessing, pineapple cake and taro pastry options
• You’ll use an app: the Taipei FunPass APP helps with entry methods and exclusive discounts
• Exchanging the pass matters: several pickup locations exist, but hours vary, and closures can happen on rough days

Taipei FunPass, what it feels like in real life

Think of the FunPass as a “reduce decisions” travel tool. You still choose where to go, but the big pain points get handled for you: unlimited rides on major systems and ticket access to a long list of attractions.

In Taipei, that matters because the city works best when you hop between areas. One morning you might be near Taipei 101, later you’re on a gondola, then you’re on a shoreline geology stop, and the next day you’re in a tea-house-style town like Jiufen. With the FunPass, you’re not constantly paying separate transit fares and separate attraction tickets.

The best part is that the pass covers not just the classic center, but also the side missions that make Taipei feel like Taiwan. That means natural sights like Yehliu Geopark, history and museums like the National Palace Museum, and day-trip towns where the food and atmosphere do most of the talking.

What you get for the $34 price: rides plus one-time admissions

At $34 per person for the pass, the value depends on how many “big ticket” stops you plan to include. If you’re doing Taipei 101 plus one museum plus at least one day trip, you’re already in the range where this can feel like a deal. The promo claims up to 72% savings, and the pass is built to help you reach that by bundling lots of common payer items.

Here’s what’s included in practical terms:

1) Transit that reduces friction

• Unlimited Taipei MRT rides
• Unlimited city bus rides across Taipei, New Taipei, and Keelung
• Unlimited rides on five Taiwan Tourist Shuttle routes
• A Taiwan Railways Pingxi-Shen’ao One-Day Pass (useful for the Pingxi area day)

You can plan a route that includes a mix of city and out-of-town stops without treating each leg like it’s an extra ticket purchase.

2) One-time admission to up to 34 attractions

The list of included stops is packed with crowd magnets and “only-in-Taiwan” places:

• Taipei 101 Observatory
• National Palace Museum
• Maokong Gondola
• Taipei Zoo
• Yehliu Geopark
• Museum of Contemporary Art Taipei and Taipei Fine Art Museum
• National Taiwan Museum
• Juming Museum
• Pingxi sky lantern activity
• Tamsui Historical Museum
• Heping Island Park
• Plus more included destinations

3) Signature add-ons and shopping food moments

This pass includes special experiences like Jiufen A-Po’s taro balls, Jiufen Red Lantern Blessing, and options around Master A-Tsung Pineapple Cake or Taro pastry. These are the kinds of things that make a day feel like a day, not a checklist.

4) Discounts and small gifts

You get discounts at top restaurants, shops, and clubs. You also receive gift sets from four popular commercial areas in Taipei and an exclusive cups gift. It’s not what makes the pass worth it, but it’s a nice bonus when you were already planning to eat and browse.

One-day vs two-day vs three-day: how to choose without regret

The FunPass is sold for 1 to 3 calendar days. Here’s the key idea: validity is defined by calendar days, not by your wake-up time or itinerary. A 1-day pass works only on that same day, and a 2-day pass covers that day plus the next day.

So, what should you pick?

If you pick 1 day

Use it for a compact “Taipei core plus one easy bonus” plan. Include MRT-friendly attractions, then add one included side trip if timing allows. The big caution: trying to do Jiufen on the same day can turn into a long commute with a tight schedule. Plan for a slower pace or be ready to move fast.

If you pick 2 days

This is often the sweet spot. You can do Taipei highlights one day, then dedicate a full day to a day trip like Pingxi or Jiufen the next. You’ll feel less rushed because you’re not forcing everything into the same transit window.

If you pick 3 days

Go for this if you want multiple included attractions plus more time for walking, waiting, and spontaneous stops. It’s also a smart choice if you’re the type who likes to revisit areas for food or photos.

The Taipei core you can build around: 101, Palace Museum, and Maokong Gondola

If you want a classic first-day Taipei plan, your included options make it straightforward.

Taipei 101 Observatory

This is the easiest anchor in the whole pass lineup. Plan it early or plan it with a time buffer, because queue time can affect your whole schedule. If you like skyline views and don’t want to pay extra for a landmark ticket, this is one of the cleanest “get value” moves.

National Palace Museum

This museum is included with single admission. It’s a big place, so don’t treat it as a quick walk-through. If you’re the kind of person who reads labels and looks at details, plan for a longer visit. If you’re more of a highlights person, you can still enjoy it, but you’ll want to decide what matters to you before you step in.

Maokong Gondola

This gondola is included, and it’s one of the best “Taipei isn’t only concrete” add-ons. If the weather is clear, the ride and viewpoints feel like a reward for all the city walking. If it’s misty, you can still enjoy the tea-area vibe, just adjust expectations.

A practical approach I like: set a “must-do” for one morning landmark (like 101), then make your afternoon more flexible between museums and gondola, based on energy.

Museums, art, and history days: building a slower rhythm

Not everyone wants to spend every day chasing skyline views. The FunPass gives you solid museum and cultural options if you’d rather move at a human pace.

Museum of Contemporary Art Taipei and Taipei Fine Art Museum

These are included, and they let you break up the day-trip pattern. If your travel style is part walking and part reading, these fits can balance your itinerary.

National Taiwan Museum

History time, included. This works best as a daytime plan when you want indoor shelter and a calmer pace.

Tamsui Historical Museum

If you plan to visit Tamsui, this included stop can help you turn a river area stroll into something more meaningful. It’s a good way to turn “we went there” into “we learned something and enjoyed the atmosphere.”

A tip for planning with included admissions: single admission means you should pick what you truly want, not what you think you might want. Decide before you go in, so your day stays smooth.

Day trips that actually work: Yangmingshan, Pingxi, and Jiufen shuttles

The FunPass gets most impressive when you use its structured shuttle routes. Instead of researching every bus line, you can attach an out-of-town day-trip plan to a shuttle route and then focus on what to do when you arrive.

Here are the included shuttle routes and what they support:

• Beitou-Zhuzihu for Yangmingshan
• Muzha-Pingxi for Pingxi
• Jiufen Jinguashi for Jiufen

(Plus other shuttle routes included in the pass)

Yangmingshan with Beitou-Zhuzihu

Yangmingshan is the kind of day trip where transit planning can feel like work. The FunPass shuttle option helps reduce that stress, so you can spend more time enjoying the area and less time navigating connections.

Pingxi with Muzha-Pingxi, plus the rail day pass

Pingxi is tightly connected to the FunPass experience list because it’s where you get the sky lantern activity. The pass also includes the Taiwan Railways Pingxi-Shen’ao One-Day Pass, which supports a full day in the region.

Jiufen with Jiufen Jinguashi

Jiufen is the ultimate “walk and eat” place. The pass supports it with shuttle access and includes key food experiences like Jiufen A-Po’s taro balls, plus options linked to the Jiufen Red Lantern Blessing.

Here’s the timing reality check: Jiufen is not just a quick stop. Plan for walking, crowd movement, and eating. If you tried to force Jiufen into a one-day pass plan, you can end up stressed. If you want Jiufen, give it a bigger time block.

Pingxi sky lantern and Jiufen food: where the pass earns its keep

Some parts of a city pass feel like “nice-to-have.” These sections feel like “worth it” because they’re tied to experiences that people normally pay for separately.

Sky lantern release in Pingxi

This is one of the pass’s signature moments. If you want that classic Taiwan memory, you’ll appreciate having it included. Plan to keep your schedule flexible, because timing for the activity can affect the rest of the day.

Jiufen taro balls and Red Lantern Blessing

This is more than snacks. It’s part of why Jiufen feels like a place. If you’re going, build your day around eating. The pass includes Jiufen A-Po’s taro balls and a Jiufen Red Lantern Blessing option, so you can focus your budget and time on the right stops.

Pineapple cake and taro pastry options

Master A-Tsung Pineapple Cake and taro pastry are included options. This is good travel logic: if you’re going to buy souvenirs anyway, you might as well tie the purchase to included experiences.

Practical logistics: exchanging your code and avoiding last-minute headaches

The pass comes with a redemption code that you exchange for a physical pass at designated counters. This step is where good trips can go wrong, so I treat it like part of the itinerary.

You can exchange at multiple locations, including:

• Taoyuan airport (TPE) Lion Travel Counter in Terminal 2, Arrival Hall (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
• Songshan airport (TSA) Visitor Information Center in Terminal 2, Arrival Hall (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM)
• Taipei Main Station Visitor Information Center in Main Hall 1F, southwest side (opening hours listed as 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM on the main pickup list, and a second set of hours appears for a different Taipei Main Station reference)
• MRT A1 Taipei Main Station (B1F) (10:00 AM to 7:00 PM)
• Taoyuan HSR Station Visitor Information Center next to Exit 1 (9:00 AM to 18:00 PM)
• Unite Traveler counters at Taoyuan airport terminals (with early hours listed)

What I recommend based on common trouble spots:

• If you’re arriving late, choose a pickup point with hours that match your arrival window. The Unite Traveler counters have very early and very late options compared to some station counters.
• If your first-choice pickup point is closed on a rough day, you need a backup. One real issue that can happen is that Taipei Main Station exchange points may shut when conditions are bad, so build a Plan B like using Songshan airport if you arrive there or staying near it.
• Don’t wait until the last minute to exchange. If you’re heading to a top attraction early, the pass swap should be done before you start your sightseeing loop.

Transportation strategy: mixing MRT, buses, shuttles, and the Taiwan Railways option

This pass is strongest when you use different transport modes as tools.

MRT for cross-city speed

Use the MRT to connect major areas fast. It’s included unlimited, so you can feel freer to try different routes instead of guessing which neighborhood edge will be quickest.

Buses for neighborhoods that don’t line up with MRT

City buses are included across Taipei, New Taipei, and Keelung. This is useful for cultural sites and scenic areas where MRT stations aren’t right at the door.

Shuttles for the day trips

Yangmingshan, Pingxi, and Jiufen are where shuttles change the whole experience. When you’re already doing a longer ride, having a built-in shuttle option saves you from spending your day hunting the right bus.

Taiwan Railways Pingxi-Shen’ao One-Day Pass

This can support a fuller Pingxi area day. If you like taking a train connection for the vibe, it’s a nice match for a sky lantern day.

Using the Taipei FunPass APP: entry methods and discounts you should check

You’ll want the Taipei FunPass APP. It helps with detailed entry methods and shows exclusive discounts.

That matters because included attractions can have different redemption steps. Instead of assuming every site works the same way, check the specific instructions in the app or your voucher info after booking. This is the difference between a smooth day and a minor scramble at the entrance.

Also, the pass includes discounts at restaurants, shops, and clubs. If you’re planning to eat more than once out in town, those small savings can add up.

Value check: who should buy, and who should skip

This pass is a great fit if you:

• Want to see a lot of top attractions without paying separate ticket fees
• Plan at least one day trip like Pingxi or Jiufen
• Like structure, meaning you prefer not researching every bus and ticket combo
• Care about signature experiences like Pingxi sky lantern and Jiufen taro balls

You might reconsider if you:

• Only want a tiny slice of Taipei and will stay near one neighborhood
• Are the type who prefers to pick tickets one by one and build a very flexible plan
• Are tempted to do everything on a single calendar day, especially if Jiufen is on your list

The pass is priced to encourage a fuller itinerary, and its transit inclusions shine when you’re moving between areas instead of staying in one pocket.

Should you book the Taipei Unlimited FunPass?

Yes, if you’re aiming for a classic Taipei highlights plan plus at least one big day trip. The combination of unlimited MRT and bus rides with included admissions to major attractions and day-trip structure is exactly what makes this type of pass useful, not just fun to have.

Before you buy, do two quick checks: pick the number of calendar days that matches your day-trip goals, and confirm you have a realistic plan for exchanging your code at a counter with hours that fit your arrival. If you do that, the FunPass can turn your Taipei trip into one long, low-stress chain of great stops.

FAQ

How long is the Taipei FunPass valid?

The pass is valid for 1 to 3 days, based on calendar day validity. A 1-day pass works on the same day only, and a 2-day pass covers that day plus the next day.

Does the pass include unlimited public transportation?

Yes. It includes unlimited Taipei MRT rides and unlimited city bus rides in Taipei, New Taipei, and Keelung. It also includes unlimited rides on five Taiwan Tourist Shuttle routes, plus a Taiwan Railways Pingxi-Shen’ao One-Day Pass.

Which attractions are included?

The pass includes single admission to up to 34 attractions, including Taipei 101 Observatory, National Palace Museum, Maokong Gondola, Taipei Zoo, and Yehliu Geopark, plus other listed sights and museums.

Are airport transfers included?

No. Taoyuan airport and Taipei airport express or metro services are not included.

Are highway buses included?

Highway buses with 4-digit numbers are not included.

Where do I exchange my redemption code for the physical pass?

You can exchange at several counters such as Taoyuan airport (TPE) Lion Travel Counter, Songshan airport (TSA) Visitor Information Center, Taipei Main Station Visitor Information Center, MRT A1 Taipei Main Station, Taoyuan HSR Station Visitor Information Center, and Unite Traveler counters at Taoyuan airport terminals.

What do I need to bring to exchange the pass?

A passport is required.

Do I need to follow special entry instructions for attractions?

Yes. Redemption for different attractions can be different, and entry methods are detailed in the voucher info and in the Taipei FunPass APP.

What does the Taipei FunPass APP do?

The app provides detailed entry methods and shows exclusive discounts tied to the pass.