Taipei
Visit Ximending for a lively atmosphere and try the famous beef noodle soup.
Taiwan is a tech-savvy destination where staying connected is crucial to experiencing its urban and rural wonders.
Chunghwa Telecom offers extensive coverage, particularly strong in rural areas and along the high-speed rail lines. Taiwan Mobile provides solid urban coverage, optimal in cities like Taipei and Kaohsiung, though less robust in mountainous regions.
eSIMs offer significant benefits for travelers in Taiwan.
Connection-tested in the cities travelers actually visit.
Visit Ximending for a lively atmosphere and try the famous beef noodle soup.
Explore the Pier-2 Art Center in the Yancheng District, a hub for culture and creativity.
Sample the local street food at the Tainan Flower Night Market, a must for food lovers.
Use the LINE app for free calls and messages; strong LTE means no delays.
Download maps offline on Google Maps to conserve data while exploring remote areas.
Beware of WiFi login pages that auto-translate; they can disrupt your app's normal operation in Taiwan.
Set up a data cap alert on your phone to avoid unexpected top-up needs.
Activate your eSIM before leaving airport WiFi to ensure smooth setup.
Some payment apps like JKoPay require data for authentication, so keep your phone connected.
Any phone released after 2018 from these makers supports eSIM. Check our compatibility guide for older models.