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How to Get to Ximending 2025 Guide

Ximending MRT Station provides the fastest and most convenient access to Taiwan's premier entertainment district. Located on the Blue (Bannan) Line, Ximen Station connects directly to Taipei Main Station in just 2 minutes, making it the ideal transportation hub for visitors arriving by train, bus, or from Taoyuan Airport.

From Taipei Main Station to Ximending

By MRT (Recommended): Take the Blue Line (Bannan Line) westbound toward Yongning. Ximending is the first stop - just 2 minutes and NT$20 from Taipei Main Station. The journey is fast, reliable, and operates from 6:00 AM to midnight daily.

By Bus: Direct bus service 1961A runs from Taipei Main Station to Ximending every 8-12 minutes during peak hours. The journey takes 5-8 minutes depending on traffic, with fares at NT$15 using EasyCard or exact change.

By Taxi: A taxi ride covers the 1.2km distance in 3-5 minutes, costing approximately NT$85-120 depending on traffic. During peak hours (6-9 PM), expect longer journey times due to Taipei's busy evening traffic.

Arriving at Ximen MRT Station

Best Exit: Exit 6 provides direct access to the main Ximending pedestrian district. Upon reaching street level, turn right and walk 50 meters until you see the distinctive paved pedestrian walkways that mark the beginning of the shopping and entertainment zone.

Station Features (2025 Updates): Ximen Station now includes AI-powered elevators, multilingual digital signage, and tourist information kiosks with real-time attraction updates. The station offers barrier-free access throughout, making it convenient for travelers with luggage or mobility needs.

From Taoyuan Airport to Ximending

Airport MRT + Blue Line: Take the Airport MRT (purple line) to Taipei Main Station (35 minutes, NT$160), then transfer to the Blue Line for Ximending (2 minutes, NT$20). Total journey time: 45-50 minutes.

Direct Airport Bus: Bus 1843 provides direct service from Taoyuan Airport to Ximending area, operating every 20-30 minutes with a journey time of 50-70 minutes depending on traffic (NT$145).

Getting Around Ximending District

The entire Ximending pedestrian zone is easily walkable, with the main attractions within a 5-minute walk of each other. The district features distinctive paved walkways connecting circular junction areas, creating an organized grid that's easy to navigate.

Key Landmarks for Navigation:

Red House Theater (Exit 1 direction) - Historic landmark and LGBTQ+ district center

Pop Mart Flagship Store - Four-floor entertainment complex near main pedestrian area

Ximending Shopping Streets - Network of pedestrian-only roads with shops and restaurants

Digital Payment and Transportation Cards

EasyCard provides the most convenient payment method for all Taipei transportation, available at any MRT station with English-language service. The card works on MRT, buses, and many shops throughout Ximending, with discounted fares compared to cash payments.

Mobile Payments: Apple Pay, Google Wallet, and Taiwan's digital payment systems are widely accepted at MRT stations and throughout the district, making cashless travel seamless for international visitors.

Transportation Apps: Download the official "Metro Taipei" app for real-time MRT schedules, route planning, and service updates in multiple languages including English, Japanese, and Korean.

Attractions near Ximending

Located in the western portion of the city, near the river separating Taipei from New Taipei, the Ximending distraction is ideally located for access to historic and important landmarks and sightseeing destinations.  Here are just some suggestions of attractions you may wish to visit as a part of your trip to the district. Or if staying in a hotel in Ximending then these will be your easy-access sights.


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