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Taipei top Shopping Areas

With dozens of department stores and traditional markets,Taipei is a shopper's paradise for nearly everything under the sun.


Zhongshan N. Rd., Sec. 7
This stretch of road in northern Taipei is lined with a number of specialty shops, restaurants,clothing boutiques and second hand stores, with a heavy emphasis on Americanstyle items.

Zhongshan N. Rd. Sec. 7 From Zhongshan N. Rd. take the Tianmubound 220 or 224 bus and get off at the last stop.

Tianmu W. Rd. & Tianmu N. Rd.
This is shopping central as far as Tianmu is concerned.The expat influence in this northern Taipei neighborhood is evident in the internationally geared shops, restaurants and supermarkets.

Tianmu W. Rd. and Tianmu N. Rd. From Zhongshan N. Rd. take the Tianmubound 220 or 224 bus and get off at the Tianmu Plaza stop.

Pacific SOGO Department Store
Conveniently located next to an MRT station, SOGO is a popular place for shopping. The huge cuckoo clock in front of the store has also made the store a popular magnet for kids.

45, Sec. 4, Zhongxiao E. Rd., Taipei (02)2771-3171 × Take the MRT Bannan (Blue) Line to the Zhongxiao-Fuxing Station.

Breeze Center
Shopping, dining and entertainment come together at this fashionable shopping mall. Home to many of Taipei's finer boutiques, this is where Taipei's fashionista shops.

39, Sec. 1, Fuxing S. Rd., Taipei (02)6600-8888 × Take the MRT Bannan (Blue) Line to the Zhongxiao-Fuxing Station and walk about 3 mins.

Bistro98
This new eastern Taipei hot spot brings together Chinese and Japanese cuisine, entertainment,
and installation art.

98, Sec. 4, Zhongxiao E. Rd., Taipei Take the MRT Bannan (Blue) Line to the Zhongxiao-Fuxing Station.

Dinghao
Bargain clothes and eats are the main attractions at this trendy area around the Wellcome Supermarket on Zhongxiao E. Rd.

Zhongxiao E. Rd., Sec. 4, Taipei Take the MRT Bannan (Blue) Line to the Zhongxiao-Dunhua Station.

Taipei Arena
Major sporting competitions,concerts, and other cultural events are held at this international-class arena.

2, Sec. 4, Nanjing E. Rd., Taipei (02)2578-3536 11:00~22:00 × Take the MRT Wenshan-Neihu Line (Brown) Line to the Zhongshan Station and then take the 266, 288 or 306 bus to the Nanjing-Dunhua stop. D.A.T.A Taipei Arena ● Shopping Map P.20 (4D)

Living Mall
This massive and eyecatching unique mall boasts dozens of shops and restaurants, as well as a movie
theater and KTV.

138, Sec. 4, Bade Rd., Taipei (02)3762-1888 Weekdays 11:00~21:30, Holidays 11:00~22:30 From Songshan Station take the 203,205, 276, 605 bus on Bade Rd. to the Living Mall stop;or take the MRT Bannan (Blue) Line to the Zhongxiao-Fuxing Station and transfer to the Living Mall shuttle.

Wufenpu
High volume and low cost is the mantra at this wholesale clothing area where one can find Japanese and Korean fashions.

South from Songshan Train Station to Zhongxiao E. Rd. Sec.5 and east from Songren E. Rd. to Zhongpo (Jhongpo) N. Rd.Take the MRT Bannan (Blue) Line to the Houshanpi Station and walk about 3 mins. from Exit 3.

Taipei 101 Mall
Located at the base of the Taipei's newest landmark building, this mall has plenty of upscale boutiques and an excellent bookstore.

45, Shifu Rd., Taipei (02) 8101-7777 Weekdays 11:00~22:00, Holidays10:00~22:00 × Take the MRT Bannan (Blue) Line to the Taipei City Hall Station and walk about 10 mins.

Warner Village
The Warner Village multiplex/mall bustles with moviegoers and shoppers on weekends.

20 Songshou Rd., Taipei (02)8780-5566 Weekdays 09:00~01:00, Holidays 08:30~02:00 × Take the MRT Bannan (Blue) Line to the Taipei City Hall Station and walk about 5 mins.

Eslite Xinyi Store
Open to the wee hours,this bookstore/mal l is a favorite late-night spot for bibliophiles. Restaurants
and shops are also located here.

11, Songgao Rd., Taipei (02)8789-3388 Bookstore 10:00~02:00, Mall 10:00~22:00 × Take the MRT Bannan (Blue) Line to the Taipei City Hall Station and walk about 3 mins.

Miramar
One of Asia's tallest Ferris wheels, an IMAX theater and several restaurants are found at this shopping mecca in Neihu.

20, Jingye 3rd Rd., Taipei (02)2175-3456 Bookstore 11:00~24:00 At Zhongshan N. Rd. take the 222, 247 or 286 bus to the Miramar stop.

Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Department Store
Located in the Shin Kong Tower across from Taipei Main Station, this is the biggest department store in west Taipei.

66, Sec. 1, Zhongxiao W. Rd., Taipei (02)2388-5552 Weekdays: 11:00~21:30, Weekends : 11:00 ~ 22:00  Take the MRT Bannan (Blue) Line or Danshui (Red) Line to Taipei Main Station.

Taipei New World Shopping Center
This new addition to Taipei's shopping/ entertainment scene is conveniently accessed by bus, train and MRT. Whether dining, shopping, or playing, there is something here to please everyone.

Sec 1, Zhongxiao W. Rd., Taipei Take the MRT Bannan (Blue) Line or Danshui (Red) Line to Taipei Main Station.

Huayin St. Shopping Area
Wholesale-priced accessories and other items fill the shops along this street and Chongqing N. Rd.
behind Taipei Main Station.

Huayin St. and Chongqing N. Rd. Take the MRT Bannan (Blue) Line or Danshui (Red) Line to Taipei Main Station and walk about 10~15 mins.

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