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Shida Night Market

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Shida Night MarketKinden Kuo · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 2.0
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Shida Night Market, located near National Taiwan Normal University, is a compact but bustling market popular with students and young locals. It offers a wide array of budget-friendly street food, from scallion pancakes and bubble tea to Taiwanese fried chicken and shaved ice. The market is also a hub for affordable clothing, shoes, and accessories, with many small boutiques and stalls. The atmosphere is lively and less touristy than larger markets, making it a great place to experience local youth culture and enjoy casual shopping and eating.

Don't miss

  • Sample the famous scallion pancake (cong you bing) from a street-side vendor
  • Browse trendy yet affordable clothing and accessories at the many small shops
  • Cool down with a bowl of shaved ice topped with fresh fruit and condensed milk

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Ways to visit Shida Night Market

You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.

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