Ximending

Taipei
Ximending
Visit this district close to the historic western gate of the Old Taipei City to see how much this city has progressed since the days of the Qing Dynasty.

Ximending is a place where anything goes, according to the latest trends in Japanese pop culture. Come here to mingle with trendy locals and perhaps feel inspired to change your own looks before visiting one of the many pubs and clubs. You can also visit one of the district’s many theaters for a more classical evening out.

“Ximen” means “West Gate” and “dīng” means “district,” so Ximending indicates the area around the old city gate of Taipei west of downtown. An older variation of the name is “Hsimenting,” which you may see on local signs. Today Ximending includes not only Seimon-chō, but also Wakatake-chō and Shinki-chō.

No longer resembling the old Taipei in any way, Ximending is now an entertainment, design and fashion hub that attracts a younger, more outgoing crowd.

The district is also known as “the Ximending Pedestrian Area” because it was the first pedestrian mall in Taipei and the largest in Taiwan. The mall was first established under Japanese rule, more than a century ago. While vehicles may now enter the district, on weekends and national holidays the streets are still for pedestrians only.

Grab some sushi, have fun selecting a new wardrobe, or buy some anime souvenirs or tech gadgets. If you’re not into Japanese cuisine and entertainment, then go see a Taiwanese show. There are some 20 theaters in the area and street performers are always around as well.

Go clubbing or bar hopping to mingle with the more flamboyant Taipei locals. The neighborhood is home to the historic Red House Theater from 1908, which marks the heart of the LGBT district in Taipei.

Ximending is located in the northeastern part of the Wanhua District in Taipei. It’s easy to get here because many of the city buses connect on Zhonghua Road in Ximending. Exit 6 of the MRT Ximen Station along the Songshan-Xindian and Bannan lines will put you right in the heart of the district as well.

Take care when visiting at night because, with all those crowded clubs, shops and markets around, this is one of the few spots in Taipei where visitors are warned about pickpockets and street crime.


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Green World Hotel Zhonghua
Green World Hotel Zhonghua
3.5 out of 5
13F., No.41, Sec. 1, Zhonghua Rd., Zhongzheng Dist., Taipei
The price is CNY385 per night from May 27 to May 28
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CNY445 total
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May 27 - May 28
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Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Taipei Ximen
Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Taipei Ximen
4 out of 5
No. 88, Sec. 1, Zhonghua Rd., Wanhua, Dist, Taipei, TPE
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The price is CNY921 per night from May 29 to May 30
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CNY1,064 total
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May 29 - May 30
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (470 reviews)
"Perfect location with lot of shops and restaurants around the corner. Subway is nearby and taxi stand is just right outside the hotel. New and clean with good clean window which i could look at the Ximen area from my room. Great amenities and polite staff. The only minus point is there were lot of ..."

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

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citizenM Taipei North Gate
citizenM Taipei North Gate
4 out of 5
No. 3, Sec. 1, Zhonghua Rd., Zhongzheng Dist., Taipei
The price is CNY545 per night from Jun 18 to Jun 19
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Jun 18 - Jun 19
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Hotel Midtown Richardson
Hotel Midtown Richardson
4 out of 5
No. 4, Xiushan Street, Zhongzheng District, Taipei
The price is CNY477 per night from Jun 23 to Jun 24
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Jun 23 - Jun 24
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7.4/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Perfect location near Ximending. Room is clean but lack of counter space. Room for suitcases but on the floor. Overall, I would still recommend because of convenient to shopping location and transportation"

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2024

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Hotel Papa Whale
Hotel Papa Whale
3.5 out of 5
46, Kunming St., Wanhua Dist., Taipei
The price is CNY343 per night from May 27 to May 28
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May 27 - May 28
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Sotetsu Grand Fresa Taipei Ximen
Sotetsu Grand Fresa Taipei Ximen
4 out of 5
No.57, Section 1, Zhonghua Rd, Zhongzheng District, Taipei
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9.4/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews)
"My stay is very good. Location is convenient, room is spacious, staff are helpful. Will stay again next trip."

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

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