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2-Hour Private Ximending Area Walking Tour

4.5 (2 reviews) 2 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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2-Hour Private Ximending Area Walking Tour

About this activity

Operated by MyProGuide Taiwan, with licensed local guides.

Walking Tour: Let's jump into the shopping heaven - Ximending!

Ximending is a popular area with young people and foreigners. You can buy and experience every local things at here.

Ximending was founded during the Japanese colonization era. Over time, Ximending has gradually transformed into Taipei City's entertainment hub, attracting people to come for shopping, savoring delicious food, and enjoying Taiwanese culture.

Follow tour guide to know more history about this iconic area in Taipei.

Meet up at the exit 1 of Ximen MRT Station

-Order Information-

.The tour duration will be adjusted due to traffic jam or weather.

.This tour includes a lot of walking, please measure your physical condition.

.The entire journey will be on foot, please wear comfortable clothing and shoes.

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At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–10
Guide
Chinese, Japanese, English
Operated by
MyProGuide Inc.

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Adults (4–100 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Licensed English-Speaking guide
  • Included: Insurance

Not included

  • Not included: Meals
  • Not included: Gratuities
  • Not included: Transportation

Itinerary

  1. Nishi Honganji Square

    30 min

    The temple near Ximending which was completed in the early 1900s, was a branch temple established in Taiwan by the Nishi Honggan-ji in Kyoto.

    Later it was damaged in a fire, and was partially renovated in 2006. Now you can see the renovated bell tower.

  2. Ximen Red House - Ximending

    30 min

    During the Japanese colonial period, Ximen Honglou was originally an indoor market called "Ximen Market." In the post-war era, the Octagon building was used as a performing arts venue. Today, the building is designated as a historical site by the city and serves as a cultural and creative space for exhibitions and performances.

  3. Tianhou Temple

    30 min

    One of Taipei's many temples dedicated to the "Mazu" (馬祖), a deity worshipped by many of southern Chinese heritage and sea-faring people. The temple has been in existence for the past 270 years as one of the 3 great temples of the Wanhua District, and was reconstructed after a fire, being completed in 1959 on Mazu's millennium anniversary.

  4. Ximending

    30 min

    Dive into the most popular attraction in Taipei - Ximending

    The area is very popular with tourists and Taipei youth, and, along with shopping and restaurants, also hosts street performances and exhibitions.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Ximen MRT Station Exit 1

End point

  • Disband in place

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • The entire journey will be on foot, please wear comfortable clothing and shoes.

Traveller ratings

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