Everything You Need to Know: Your One-Stop Guide to APT Taipei 2025
The Asian Poker Tour (APT) events have become must-play festivals not only for poker players from Asian countries and those surrounding them but also for poker tournament grinders the world over. Each stop has a bustling schedule of events across several disciplines and buy-in levels designed to put players to the ultimate test while maintaining the fun and welcoming feel the APT has grown famous for.
APT Taipei 2025 is right around the corner. Cards are in the air in on April 25, and the final champion is crowned 10 days later on May 4.
Expand the table below to see the incredible schedule in full, then continue reading to discover more about where APT Taipei 2025 takes place, where you should rest your weary head after the day's grind, and some suggestions of where to eat, drink, and enjoy yourself in this historic Taiwanese city.
APT Taipei Full Schedule
Where Does APT Taipei 2025 Take Place?
You've seen the massive schedule, so it shouldn't be surprising to discover that APT Taipei will host 126 events and award more than TWD 126 million (~USD 5.4 million) in guaranteed prize money at its host venue, the brand-new Red Space. Located in central Taipei; it takes approximately 45 minutes to an hour to reach the venue in a taxi from the Taoyuan International Airport.
The Airport Line train stops at the airport and will take you to Taipei Main Station in approximately 50 minutes. From Taipei Main Station, you can either take a short five-minute walk to Rear Station, where you can catch the #52 bus to Zhonglun, which is 12 stops (17 minutes) away. From Zhonglun, the Red Space is just a three-minute walk away.
Save Time Queuing By Registering for an APT Registration Card Online
APT festivals, particularly those held in Taipei, are immensely popular so it will save you a lot of time if you apply for your APT Registration Card online. Once you have the card, you can use it for all future APT Events, but you can't play in tournaments without one. Reduce the time spent in a queue by sorting things out in advance.
Where to Stay During APT Taipei?
There are hotels galore in Taipei, so feel free to browse the internet and find the perfect accommodation for your needs. However, remember that APT has High Roller Early Bird Specials:
Players looking to secure their seats in the biggest buy-in events can take advantage of these discounts, offering complimentary hotel stays at premier accommodations for those who pre-register.
- Gold Package: Pre-register for the APT Super High Roller, Baby Superstar Challenge, and APT High Roller events to receive eight complimentary nights at ArTree Hotel. A maximum of 25 packages are available, with a required fund transfer of TWD 609,912.50 (~USD 18,623) by March 25, 2025.
- Diamond Package: Pre-register for the APT Super High Roller, Superstar Challenge, Baby Superstar Challenge, and APT High Roller events to receive eight complimentary nights at JR Metropolitan Hotel. Limited to 10 packages, with a required fund transfer of TWD 1,409,912.50 (~USD 43,051) by March 25, 2025.
Where to Fill Your Bellies in Taipei
Don't worry if you're not a local and think that the Taipei cuisine won't be to your taste because Taipei has many dining options, most within a short distance of the tournament venues. You'll find everything from American barbeque to Chinese, Indian to Japanese and Korean, and even Western-style pub and takeaways to enjoy.
Baba Kevin's American Barbecue smokes all its meat in traditional Texas fashion, making it the perfect joint for meat lovers. You'll find this restaurant in Alley 8, Lane 303, Section 3 on Nanjing E Road in the Songshan District; getting there by cab takes around 10-15 minutes.
No. 128, Songjiang Road in the Zhongshan District, is where you will stumble upon the Yang Shin Vegetarian Restaurant. It offers a fusion of Western culinary concepts, local Taiwanese ingredients, Japanese cooking skills, and Chinese techniques as the chefs produce some incredible vegetarian cuisine.
Also in the Zhongshan District, at No. 1-1, SonJiang Road, is the Mayur Indian Kitchen Restaurant & Shisha Bar. This restaurant offers an Indian and Chinese menu, vegan dishes, and a dedicated hookah shisha lounge.
The JUJU Spanish Gastrobar at No. 31, Lane 8, Section 3, Bade Rd, Songshan District, is renowned for its tapas and classic Spanish dishes like seafood paella. Churchill's Sausages is a British-owned food delivery service specializing in sausages and pies; they even do a fantastic Full English Breakfast! Find them at Shilin District, Section 7, Zhongshan N Rd, 572.
Let Me Entertain You!
Everyone must enjoy some downtime, especially if they've endured more than their fair share of bad beats at the poker tables. Thankfully, Taipei is awash with bars and bustling nightspots where you can dance the night away, watch live sporting events, or chill out with a cocktail or three.
If you fancy dancing the night away or enjoying your favorite tipple, you should head to HAKU Taipei, Triangle, the James Joyce Irish Bar, or soak up the latest sporting events at the Brass Monkey Taipei.
APT also suggests visiting the city's famous night markets, particularly the Raohe Street Night Market in the Songshan District just south of the Rainbow Bridge; it's open every night from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Good Luck in Taipei
Now you know everything you need to know about APT Taipei 2025, all you need to do is make your way there, jump into some of the events, and see if you can return home as a poker champion. Good luck!
