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Ximending (Ximen Red House)

Taipei, Taiwan (Neihu District)
02-23119380
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Ranked #13 of 122 attractions in Taipei
Type: Neighbourhoods
Activities: Shopping
Owner description: Full of tourists, but with street performances and shows to entertain kids and adults alike. A fun and affordable place to shop for souvenirs and eat... more » Owner description: Full of tourists, but with street performances and shows to entertain kids and adults alike. A fun and affordable place to shop for souvenirs and eat street food. « less
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW via mobile

Came here on a Monday night around 8:30pm, and it wasnt too crowded but most shops were fully open and bustling. Has lots of good shopping, especially shoes and women's clothing. Would recommend it if your lady wants to outfit herself with the latest fashion on the cheap. Around 9:30 or so, it gets pretty crowded but the street vendors... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

Full of teenagers and a very vibrant area, but not the sort of shops and restaurants we prefer and would probably suit younger tourists

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

This is a place where you will never get sick of. The vibe in XMD is so cool and exciting especially on Fridays and Saturday evenings where street artists perform along the walkway. There are so many variety of food from street food to cafe to fine restaurant and steamboat buffets. I recently stayed in a hotel nearby and literally... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2013

The place to be in Taipei! It has so may shops and it's full of the young and hip locals. Thing will open up after 11:00 so no need to be early...

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2013

Ximending itself is a shopper's paradise with lots to see during weekend. and even during weekday. To your left and right, there are shops selling merchandises and clothing. As some reviewer had said, there are also street performances in ximending, another great reason why you should visit this street. The street has a metro station nearby, which if i am... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2013

Massive crowd esp during evenings. Filled with teenagers and young people. Very loud everywhere. Cannot shop comfortably, it is either too hot or raining. Shop onwers were not friendly and expected you to buy when you are just looking. Though there are a lot of restaurants around, things are expensive and unorganised. Will not go there to again.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

Here, you really can shop till you drop. Food everywhere, This is the place to be in Taipei! I would recommend for you to stay here then take the train to anywhere else you want.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

we bought some souvenir stuffs from this place, because they have more unique stuff like: Folding paper arts, sewing patterns, unique post cards. The themed shops are also delightfull to the eye. Highly recommended to stop here for those who have their accomodation around Ximending area.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

Aside from shopping malls, at night the area becomes performance venues for various artists (painters, spray painters, clowns, magicians, dancers, new age performances). Night market food are also available on some streets.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2013

Place was very crowded during the weekend. A lot of shops within the area which open till late night. Overall its a great location for hangout.

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