Nearby Attractions

Qingshuiyan, located at the intersection of Kangding Road and Changsha Street, is dedicated to the deity Qingshui Zushi. Some call it Qingshuiyan or Qingshuiyan, while others call it Zushi Temple. Qingshui Zushi is commonly referred to in Taiwan as Zushigong, Wu (Black-Faced Zushi), Penglai Zushi, and Luobi Zushi, among other names.

The building is a two-story red brick building designated as a historic site by the municipality. It is a famous cultural and creative venue, performance space, and gathering place for gay bars in Taipei. It is also located next to the Ximending shopping district, where you can enjoy shopping and delicious food.

Located at the foot of the Wuchang Street pedestrian zone, the Taipei Film Park is a rare and expansive open space within the bustling Ximending area. Managed by the Taipei City Cultural Foundation for over a decade, it has consistently provided a platform and space for artistic creation and the expression of youth street culture. In addition to providing a recreational space based on Ximending's largest park green space, the park also offers cultural promotion and coaching courses in graffiti, street dance, skateboarding, and other fields, providing a stage for aspiring creators to showcase their talents and bringing the excitement of youth culture to a wider range of citizens.

Since its transfer to the Cultural Affairs Bureau, the Zhongshan Hall, with its Main Hall and Guangfu Hall, has become a major hub for Taipei's performing arts. The annual Taipei Traditional Arts Festival, Children's Art Festival, and Taipei Film Festival are held there. In 2019, the Ministry of Culture designated it a national historic site.

Over the past century, the Taipei Guest House has been a central figure in Taiwanese politics. Formerly the "Taiwan Governor-General's Residence" during the Japanese colonial era, it served as the official residence of the Provincial Governor after Taiwan's independence. In 1950, it was renamed the Taipei Guest House, a prominent national venue for state banquets, hosting foreign dignitaries, party and government meetings, and cultural events. In 1998, it was designated a National Historic Site by the Ministry of the Interior. The Taipei Guest House's significance lies not only in its century-long history, but also as a building that skillfully blends Eastern and Western influences, a testament to Taiwan's transformation over the past century.

The Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall commemorates Chiang Kai-shek, the first president of the Republic of China. He died in 1975, and the Executive Yuan broke ground on the hall the following year. Its designer is Yang Zhuo-cheng, who also designed the Grand Hotel. Standing 70 meters tall in the center of the memorial park, the hall, with its white walls and blue tiles, exudes grandeur from every angle.

Located on Section 1 of Dihua Street, Xiahai City God Temple was built in 1856 (the sixth year of Emperor Xianfeng's reign) and covers approximately 100 square feet. While not imposing, it boasts a wide circle of worshippers and a vibrant incense-filled community. Its annual welcoming and worshipping festivals are always bustling and a major local event, closely tied to the development of Dadaocheng. Besides the City God, the temple's biggest draw is worshipping the Moon God. Every year, over 6,000 pairs of mooncakes are offered as a token of gratitude. Among the most sought-after items are Yufu shoes (also known as happiness shoes), a renowned "love charm" in Taipei City. On average, over 200 families visit the temple annually to pray for these shoes.

There are a variety of delicious snacks such as pig liver soup, oyster omelet, taro cakes, braised pork rice, etc. The night market is convenient and safe with separate lanes for pedestrians and cars. If you gather together, you can order a set meal with night market snacks - Qiansui Feast.

Enjoy delicious food while admiring the sunset at the Dadaocheng Container Market, located inside Gate 5 of the Dadaocheng Pier. There are bicycle paths along the riverbank for people to ride bicycles. Ferry times are available on the website.