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Travel Itineraries
August . 28 . 2026
Ximending Walking, Running & Cycling Routes | Explore Taipei from WESTGATE Hotel
Start exploring Taipei on foot—it’s easier than you might think. From WESTGATE Hotel, many of the city’s attractions are within walking distance, so there’s no need to take public transportation. Simply follow the streets and discover Taipei’s neighborhoods, landmarks, and everyday city scenes along the way.
This guide features 4 walking and running routes from Ximending, taking you to some of Taipei’s iconic landmarks, including North Gate, the Presidential Office Building, 228 Peace Memorial Park, the National Taiwan Museum, and Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall. Whether you’re looking for a short walk or a longer run, choose the route that suits your pace and explore Taipei your way.
This guide features 4 walking and running routes from Ximending, taking you to some of Taipei’s iconic landmarks, including North Gate, the Presidential Office Building, 228 Peace Memorial Park, the National Taiwan Museum, and Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall. Whether you’re looking for a short walk or a longer run, choose the route that suits your pace and explore Taipei your way.
如何選擇路線？
| Beimen 2.3 km・approx. 31 min |
For a glimpse of Taipei’s old-city charm, take the North Gate route. Start from WESTGATE Hotel and head north along Zhonghua Road. After passing North Gate, continue toward Zhengzhou Road and the area around Huanhe North Road. If you have more time and energy, extend your walk toward Dadaocheng and Dihua Street, where historic buildings and traditional shops offer a taste of old Taipei. |
| Longshan Temple 2.9 km・approx. 38 min |
Want to explore Wanhua and experience a more local side of Taipei? Take the Longshan Temple route. Head south along Zhonghua Road, passing Ningnan Road, Guangzhou Street, Xiyuan Road, Guilin Road, and Kangding Road before returning to Ximending via Neijiang Street and Kunming Street. Along the way, you’ll pass Longshan Temple and Bopiliao Historic Block, with traditional temples, historic buildings, local shops, and everyday street scenes offering a different atmosphere from Ximending. |
| 228 Peace Memorial Park 2.3 km・approx. 25 min |
Looking for a shorter walk or jog close to Ximending? The 228 Peace Memorial Park route takes you through parks and city streets. Follow Baoqing Road and Huaining Street, passing Ketagalan Boulevard and Gongyuan Road before looping back via Xiangyang Road. Along the way, you can take in the streets around the Presidential Office Building and slow down beneath the trees in 228 Peace Memorial Park. It’s an easy option for a morning walk or a quick outing before starting your afternoon plans. |
| Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall 4.8 km・approx. 55 min |
If you’re a regular runner and want a longer route connecting Ximending with central Taipei, head to Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall. Follow Zhonghua Road, Aiguo West Road, Aiguo East Road, Hangzhou South Road, Xinyi Road, and Zhongshan South Road before looping around the memorial hall and returning to Ximending. This route is ideal for those looking for a longer run, taking you from the lively streets of Ximending into the heart of central Taipei. |
YouBike Rental Stations
Looking for a different way to experience Taipei? Hop on a bike and take a leisurely ride through the city, taking in the streets and everyday scenes along the way. Taipei has numerous YouBike bike-sharing stations throughout the city, making it easy for international visitors to get around by bike as well. Starting from Ximending, you can weave through the neighborhood streets and discover a more relaxed side of Taipei while enjoying the city’s local scenery and everyday life.
How to Rent a YouBike?
If you’d like to explore Taipei by bike, YouBike offers two rental options to suit different travel needs: membership rentals and single-ride rentals. Both options make it easy to pick up a bike and explore Taipei at your own pace.
For detailed rental information, please click the buttons below:
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How to Check YouBike Availability?
Before setting off, it’s a good idea to check whether bikes are available at nearby stations. You can use the official YouBike app or website to find nearby rental stations and check the number of available bikes in real time.
If you plan to return your bike during your ride, you can also check the number of available parking spaces at stations near your destination in advance. This helps you avoid arriving at a station only to find that there are no spaces available for returns.
If you plan to return your bike during your ride, you can also check the number of available parking spaces at stations near your destination in advance. This helps you avoid arriving at a station only to find that there are no spaces available for returns.
