Our Upcoming 3-Day Taipei Adventure: Family Budget Breakdown

For our upcoming family trip to Taipei in February (mom, dad, and our 2-year-old), here's our detailed budget breakdown. All amounts have been converted from HKD to USD.

Our Budget Breakdown

Major Expenses

• Flights: $403 (HKD 3,141)
  • Round-trip tickets for 3 people from Hong Kong.
  • Carry-on only.

Accommodation

• Hotel: $209 (HKD 1,626)
  • Family room accommodation.
  • 3-night stay.

Daily Necessities

• Food & Dining: $232 (HKD 1,800)
  • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
  • Snacks and drinks.
  • A mix of local food and familiar options for our toddler.
    
• Activities: $128.40 (HKD 1000)
  • Taipei 101 Observation Deck
  • Taipei Children’s Amusement Park
  • Taipei zoo
  • National Palace Museum
  • Local Park & Night Market
  • Free walking tour: 

    *First Guru in Taiwan* Taipei Old Town - Free Taiwan Introduction Tour
    

    *First Guru in Taiwan* Taipei's Origin & Longshan Temple - Taiwan Cultural Free Walking Tour

Transportation & Connectivity

• Local Transport: $116(HKD 900)
  • Airport transfers.
  • MRT and bus fares.
  • Occasional taxi rides.
• eSIM Card: $4.5 (HKD 36)
  • Mobile data for navigation.
  • Staying connected.

Additional Expenses

• Travel Insurance: $23 (HKD 180)
  • Family coverage.
  • Medical protection.
  • kids free.
• Miscellaneous: $112 (HKD 700)
  • Shopping.
  • Emergency funds.
  • Unexpected expenses.

Total Trip Budget: $1,226.61 (HKD 9,553.00)

Budget Notes

• Budget includes all family members.
• Toddler gets free entry to many attractions.
• Public transport is free for children under 6.
• Emergency fund is included in miscellaneous expenses.
• Book the plane ticket and the hotel in advance.

This budget provides us with a comfortable family trip, allowing enough flexibility for both planned activities and spontaneous adventures in Taipei.