Arrival and expo
Wednesday 16 DecemberRunners collect bibs at the expo. Companions can split off for a half-day.
- Half-dayTaipei 101 observatory
- EatRaohe Night Market
Taipei Marathon 2026: spectator guide and weekend itinerary
18 to 20 December 2026 · ExpectedTaipei, Taiwan
Taipei Marathon takes runners a few hours and spectators all day. This guide gives supporters cheer points they can reach by public transport, plans the expo day and race eve around tired legs, and fills the recovery day in Taipei.
Airport to Taipei City Hall Plaza
Taoyuan airport (TPE) has the airport MRT to Taipei Main Station in 35 minutes.
Start and finish areas are on public transport; streets on the course close for the morning.
Public transport directions to Taipei City Hall Plaza
Where to stay by budget
| Budget | Where | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | Ximending | Lively and cheap. |
| Mid-range | Zhongshan | Cafés and MRT. |
| Splurge | Xinyi | Near Taipei 101. |
Three hotels we would book
- Budget: Star Hostel Taipei Main Station
- Mid-range: Hotel Proverbs Taipei
- Splurge: Mandarin Oriental Taipei
Day plans for the free hours
Built around the usual marathon weekend schedule for 18 to 20 December 2026. Session times change: check the official timetable and move the blocks around.
Day before the race
Thursday 17 DecemberRunners rest their legs: pick seated or slow outings, then an early pasta dinner.
- Easy outingBeitou hot springs
- EatLin Dong Fang
Race day
Friday 18 DecemberSpectators: pick two cheer points you can reach by public transport, then meet at the finish.
- Cheer pointTaipei 101 area.
- EatDin Tai Fung
Recovery day
Monday 21 DecemberSore legs: boats, buses and long lunches beat walking tours today.
- Easy outingNight market food tour
- Rain or heat backupNational Palace Museum.
Family-friendly picks
- Taipei Zoo and Maokong gondola.
Evening and day-trip tours
After dark
- Xinyi bars.
4 tours worth booking for Taipei Marathon
| Tour | Length | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Taipei 101 observatory | Half day | Families, Bad weather |
| Beitou hot springs | Half day | Tired legs, Bad weather |
| Jiufen and Shifen lantern day trip | Full day | Families |
| Night market food tour | Evening | Food lovers, Night owls |
Where to eat
Rainy-day backups
- National Palace Museum.
Getting around on event days
- MRT and EasyCard.
Day trips from Taipei
- Jiufen: 1 hour
- Yehliu: 1 hour
Bringing a group?
Corporate hospitality, fan clubs, teams and families travelling together: tell us the dates and group size and we will put together tours, transfers and a group dinner for Taipei Marathon.
Plan a group tripQuestions people ask
When is Taipei Marathon 2026?
The next edition is 18 to 20 December 2026, following the usual pattern. The organiser has not confirmed it yet.
How do I get from the airport to Taipei City Hall Plaza?
Taoyuan airport (TPE) has the airport MRT to Taipei Main Station in 35 minutes. Start and finish areas are on public transport; streets on the course close for the morning.
Where should I stay for Taipei Marathon?
For most visitors the best base is Zhongshan: Cafés and MRT.
What else can we do around Taipei Marathon?
Good short outings in Taipei include Taipei 101 observatory, Beitou hot springs. See the day plans on this page for a full schedule.
What is there for kids and families near Taipei Marathon?
Family-friendly picks: Jiufen and Shifen lantern day trip, Taipei 101 observatory. Taipei Zoo and Maokong gondola.
How far is Taipei City Hall Plaza from Taipei centre?
About 1 km in a straight line. Start and finish areas are on public transport; streets on the course close for the morning.
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