Best museums to visit in Taipei for a rainy day

1. National Palace Museum

• One of the world’s premier collections of Chinese imperial artifacts—from jade carvings to intricate scrolls. A truly indoor escape to dive into thousands of years of history.

• With nearly 700,000 pieces, you could easily spend 2–3 hours or more exploring.

• Located in Shilin—reachable via MRT plus a short bus or shuttle ride. 

2. Taipei Fine Arts Museum

Contemporary art lovers, this is your stop. Home to the famous Taipei Biennial, and features rotating global and local exhibitions.

Located in Zhongshan District, easily accessible via MRT.

3. National Taiwan Museum

Charming and imaginative—featuring miniature models from fairy tales to architectural wonders, plus the world’s smallest working TV.Taipei Travel GeekWikipedia

Cozy, indoor and perfect if you’re looking for something unique.

5. Beitou Museum & Tittot Glass Art Museum

In Beitou’s historic spa area, the Beitou Museum (a restored Japanese-era building) houses folk and Aboriginal art.Travels With Elle+7Lonely Planet+7Alamy+7Palmera+3Wikipedia+3yesyoucan.info+3

Nearby, the Tittot Glass Art Museum showcases live glasswork in an intimate setting.Wikipedia

Combine with a hot spring soak for a relaxing rainy-day experience.

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Why These Work for Rainy Days

• Fully indoors: Ideal for avoiding downpours.

• Diverse appeals: From centuries-old artifacts to tiny models and avant-garde art.

• Accessible via MRT: Rain-friendly and easy to reach.

  
  

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Suggested Rainy-Day Museum Crawl

Planning a trip to Taiwan? This guide covers what to see and do, how to get around, where to stay, and the best bookable tours to make the most of your time.