Taipei｜Longshan Temple Historical and Cultural Tour｜Chinese, English and Japanese commentary service｜Over The Planet self-organized group｜Plus limited edition Easy Travel Card
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Explore Longshan Temple and Ximending with a local tour guide. Visit ancient streets, Bopiliao, and Huaxi Street Night Market while learning about Taiwan's religious culture and Taipei's history.
- Select a day or night itinerary: Longshan Temple, Bopiliao, Ximen Red House, and Huaxi Street Night Market
- Visit the century-old Longshan Temple, explore the traditional Huaxi Street Night Market, and discover the history and cultural development of the area
- Receive guidance in Chinese, English, and Japanese for hassle-free communication
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Urban Walking Tour: Longshan Temple Historical and Cultural Tour
Additional Info
Meeting time and location: 9:30 am Exit 1 of Longshan Temple MRT Station
Meeting time and location: 4:00 pm MRT Ximen Station Exit 5
Tips for service staff are optional and based on personal satisfaction. Recommended amounts: NTD200-300, NTD400-500, NTD500 or more.
From₱539.38Per Person
Available from 20th Apr 2025Search on Calendar
What's included in Taipei｜Longshan Temple Historical and Cultural Tour｜Chinese, English and Japanese commentary service｜Over The Planet self-organized group｜Plus limited edition Easy Travel Card
(Subject to Option Inclusions)
— What You Can Expect —
- Longshan Temple
Explore Longshan Temple, an ancient Taipei landmark founded by 18th-century Chinese immigrants. Discover its rich history and cultural significance with insights from a professional tour guide.
- Bopiliao
Discover this area, once Taipei’s commercial hub, where well-preserved Qing Dynasty street layouts, traditional shop houses, and post-war facades reflect the evolution of Monga streets and the city’s urban fabric.
- Ximen Red House
Explore the Ximen Red House, completed in 1908 as a market for Japanese traders. After the Nationalist Government took over, it transformed into a venue for Peking Opera, Yue Opera, and Crosstalk. Today, it stands as an iconic Taipei tourist attraction, showcasing arts and cultural performances, hosting themed markets, and serving as a hub for cultural creativity.
- Huaxi Street Night Market
Visit Huaxi Street Night Market, Taiwan's first tourist night market, known for its diverse range of mountain products, seafood, and game snacks. Once famous for snake-killing performances and nicknamed "Snake Street," it now offers unique, healthy snake dishes in line with conservation awareness. Enjoy these distinctive treats not found in other night markets.
— Important Info —
- Meeting time and location:
- Daytime: 9:30 am MRT Longshan Temple Station Exit 1
- Nighttime: 4:00 pm MRT Ximen Station Exit 5 - Trip length: 2.5 – 3 hours
- Guide language: Chinese / English / Japanese
— Itinerary Info —
Day Tour
- Departure time: 9:30 am MRT Longshan Temple Station Exit 1
- Guided tour of Longshan Temple
- Green Cao Alley & Bopiliao Historic District
- Ximen Red House
- Ximending pedestrian shopping district
- Dismiss at the spot
Night Tour
- Departure time: 4:00 pm MRT Ximen Station Exit 5
- Taipei Fucheng West Gate Ruins
- Ximen Red House
- Bopiliao/Qingcao Lane
- Guided tour of Longshan Temple
- Huaxi Street Night Market/Guangzhou Street Night Market
- Dismiss at the spot
(Information and images provided by the Taipei City Government, Department of Information and Tourism)
Inclusions
- Travel industry liability insurance
- Professional Chinese / English / Japanese Tour Guide
- Other expenses not mentioned above
- Dining expenses
- Tips
- A minimum of 6 traveler(s) are required for the tour to depart. If the number of participants does not reach the minimum requirement, the tour will be canceled. An email regarding tour cancellation will be sent 1 day(s) before the departure date
- Please arrive at the designated location 10 minute(s) before the scheduled departure time, as the tour will depart on time
- The price is the same for adults and children. Consider physical condition before signing up and cooperate with other participants.
- Bring an environmentally friendly water bottle and an umbrella to stay hydrated while walking.
- The tour is a 2.5 to 3-hour guided walking tour. The route may be adjusted based on departure time and trip duration selected during booking.
- Wear light, comfortable clothing (preferably dry materials) and carry only light belongings.
- Most of the journey is completed on foot. Assess physical condition before registering.
- Tips for service staff are optional and based on personal satisfaction. Recommended amounts: NTD200-300, NTD400-500, NTD500 or more.
- When there are not enough demand for the English service and the tour needs to swapped with Chinese service, the price difference is NT$200. When there are not enough demand for the Japanese service and the tour needs to swapped with Chinese service, the price difference is NT$300.
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Venues
- Longshan Temple MRT Station Exit 1Meeting time and location
Day trip: 9:30 am MRT Longshan Temple Station Exit 1 - Ximen MRT Station Exit 5Meeting time and location
Night itinerary: 4:00 pm MRT Ximen Station Exit 5
Meeting / End Points
- Longshan Temple
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The voucher must be used on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration
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