The 10 Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in New Taipei, Taiwan

Experience Taipei like a local. We offer a wide range of private tours in Taipei. Discover the hidden gems of Taipei with one of our private guides.

There is nothing better than learning about a local culture by tasting and experiencing their food. Even better is to experience this food culture by learning how to cook local cuisine yourself! Founded by Chef Tu, GOTUCOOK provides a comfortable environment designed for everyone to learn how to prepare delicious recipes, regardless of their cooking skill. We specialize in small classes (2-6 people per class) for a few friends to participate in. The classes are offered in English or Chinese. There is no barrier in terms of language or terminology, so that you can easily learn how to cook authentic cuisine, packed full of all the flavors and colors that are unique to Taiwan and make our cuisine so delicious. We welcome you to join us in this joyful learning experience.

We are specialized in and serve great local and imported craft beer. The stylish bar is surrounded in vintage and art stuff with laid-back atmosphere. And you will enjoy the view having seats at the 2F balcony.

Origin Yoga & Wellness is the Taiwan’s first yoga retreat centre with a mission to inspire inner peace and happiness. Located by the beautiful Baishawan Beach in northern coast Taiwan, less than 90 minutes from Taipei City. Origin Yoga & Wellness offers yoga, meditation, and wellness retreats experiences combining nature, healthy food, and ancient healing wisdom. Since opening in 2017, our retreats are loved by both locals and international guests from over 50+ countries. We invite you to join us on a retreat by the sea, relax, breathe and reconnect with your inner peace.

The first modern ceramics museum in the nation, The construction of the New Taipei City Yingge Ceramics Museum was first proposed in 1988 and opened to the public on November 26, 2000. In twelve years, it has become the leading county museum in Taiwan and the first professional museum wholly dedicated to ceramics.

Shu's family has engaged in ceramics for almost one century since 1926, and the brand name is taken from the founder Hsin-Wang Shu. The Shu's Pottery integrates hundred years of craft and private brand "Cocera" of fourth generation, it presents inheritance and innovation, and the concept "keep going forward" is what we always convey. Hsin-Wang Shu Ceramics Memorial Museum and The Shu's Pottery Studio are under the group of The Shu's Pottery, leading you to understand the process of ceramics making and progress of enterprise transformation. Besides, visitors can experience ceramics craft and DIY class here, to enjoy a great time with mud. On the other hand, the innovative brand "Cocera" gathers culture and creativity, hope to provide brand new pottery collection of happiness and memory. Let the warm of handmade ceramics keep in your heart. The cups and bowls made by family members are the best tableware in the world. Handprint and footprint in clay ceramic is the landmark of baby growth. The Shu's Pottery Studio provide professional ceramic class, you can experience pottery throwing, pottery kneading, Mosaic art and painting, both of adults and children all enjoy the fun of making ceramics.