Ximending

Taipei

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Ximending
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Ximending featuring markets, street scenes and a city
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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Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Taipei Ximen

Solaria Nishitetsu Hotel Taipei Ximen

4 out of 5
No. 88, Sec. 1, Zhonghua Rd., Wanhua, Dist, Taipei, TPE
The price is ¥18,756 per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
¥18,756
¥21,663 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
includes taxes & fees
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WESTGATE Hotel

WESTGATE Hotel

4 out of 5
No.150, Sec. 1, Zhonghua Rd., Wanhua Dist., Taipei
The price is ¥12,191 per night from Sep 24 to Sep 25
¥12,191
¥14,082 total
Sep 24 - Sep 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Westgate Hotel in Ximending, Taipei. The location is unbeatable—just steps from the MRT/subway station, surrounded by endless dining options, massage parlours, and within easy walking distance to everything in Ximending. We booked the Executive Suite since we ..."

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

WESTGATE Hotel
amba TAIPEI XIMENDING

amba TAIPEI XIMENDING

4 out of 5
77 Wuchang Street, Section 2, Taipei
The price is ¥12,512 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
¥12,512
¥14,451 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
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COMMA Boutique Hotel

COMMA Boutique Hotel

4 out of 5
No. 77, Xining Rd., Wanhua District, Taipei
The price is ¥6,002 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
¥6,002
¥6,933 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star guesthouse in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (627 reviews)
"Very clean and quite."

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

COMMA Boutique Hotel
Inhouse Hotel

Inhouse Hotel

3.5 out of 5
No.107, Xining S. Rd., Taipei
The price is ¥9,847 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
¥9,847
¥11,373 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
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8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Sad , almost perfect place, but low qualitymattres
"Bed mattress was too hard. Low quality, not easy to sleep."

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

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Art'otel Ximending Taipei

Art'otel Ximending Taipei

3.5 out of 5
4F, No. 124-2 Wuchang St. Sec. 2, Taipei
The price is ¥5,280 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
¥5,280
¥6,099 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
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