Taipei Old Town - Taiwan Introduction Walking Tour (Tip-Based) Discount Tickets

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location pin icon Ximending District, Ximending, Taipei, Taiwan
location pin icon Taipei
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Overview

The tip-based introduction tour of Taipei takes you on a captivating journey through the old town to Ximen, unveiling stories and witnessing how history and its people shaped Taiwan's identity today. Have you ever wondered which foreign powers once ruled Taiwan? Are you familiar with the poignant stories behind the 228 tragedy? Do you know the remarkable journey that has transformed Taiwan into what it is today? Our tour will provide all the answers, offering deep insights into Taiwan's history, politics, and culture. This free walking tour leads you through many historic prominent sites. With our enthusiastic guides, you'll explore both well-known landmarks and hidden gems, ensuring an engaging, informative, and unforgettable experience! Please note the tip to the tour guide is not included in the booking fee.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Please meet us here: MRT NTU Hospital Station Exit No.4 (Street Level) Google Maps: Taipei Old Town - Taiwan Introduction Free Walking Tour Meeting Point - TourMeAway

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Taipei Old Town - Taiwan Introduction Free Walking Tour Meeting Point - TourMeAway
Please meet us at NTU Hospital Station Exit 4 Street Level.
2. 228 Peace Memorial Park
The 228 Peace Memorial Park is a historic site and municipal park located at 3 Ketagalan Boulevard, Zhongzheng District, Taipei, Taiwan. The park contains memorials to victims of the February 28 Incident of 1947, including the 228 Memorial Monument that stands at the center of the park and the Taipei 228 Memorial Museum, housed at the site of a former radio station that operated under Japanese and Kuomintang rule. The National Taiwan Museum stands at the park's north entrance. The park also has a bandshell and exercise areas.
Duration: 20 mins
3. Presidential Office Building
Originally built to serve as the Office of the Governor-General of Taiwan during the Japanese colonial period, the Presidential Office Building is one of the most recognizable buildings in Taiwan. During World War II, the building sustained damage from Allied forces, and was restored after the war to serve as the office of the Governor-General of Taiwan province and military affairs office, and following the Chinese Civil War, the building began to serve as the Presidential Office Building of the Kuomintang leadership in Taipei.
4. Chengzhong Market
Colorful covered bazaar selling logo T-shirts, household goods & snacks like ba-wan dumplings.
Duration: 10 mins
5. Ximending
The "Harajuku" of Taipei, this pedestrian shopping haven is one of the city's culture centres, hosting a massive variety of fashion clothing shops, eclectic restaurants, clubs, and bars.
Duration: 60 mins
6. Ximen Red House - Ximending
Built in 1908 by the Japanese, this Western-style building and its surrounding square located at Ximending is home to Taipei's creative and culture industry, hosting exhibitions and performances daily. Originally, the complex with built to serve as the first government-operated public-run market, and now is classed and preserved as a municipal heritage site. The building features an octagonal entrance and cross-shaped floor plan where merchants could showcase their goods. Today the market has modernised to become a space for the creative and art industry, including an outdoor Market for Artists and Designers located within the North Square.
Duration: 20 mins
7. Taipei Zhongshan Hall
Zhongshan Hall is a historic building which originally functioned as the Taipei City Public Auditorium.
Duration: 10 mins

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Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

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

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please note the tip to the tour guide is not included in the booking fee.

Supplied by TourMeAway - Free Walking Tour In Taipei

Reviews

4.8

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Based on 221 reviews

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