🏨 Full-Day Christmas Shopping and Sightseeing Tour in Taipei Activity

Full-Day Christmas Shopping and Sightseeing Tour in Taipei

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From $65.00

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Pricing Info: Per Person

Duration: 11 hours

Departs: Taipei, Taipei

Ticket Type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Free cancellation

Up to 24 hours in advance.

Overview

In Taipei, every year in November and December, the streets are trimmed with colorful lights, while the shops are spruced up with Christmas decorations. The most anticipated Christmas event in Taiwan, also one of the "50 Best Christmas Markets in the World," Christmasland in New Taipei City, will take place during this period.

On this day tour, you will visit Taipei’s most festive and Instagrammable spots for Christmas, including Xinyi Shopping District, the Christmas display in Bellavita Mall, and Christmasland in New Taipei City. You can fully enjoy the Christmas extravaganza with only a 10 to 40 minute drive from one location to another.

In addition to the Christmas glamour and glitz that the city has to offer, you will experience the time-honored Christmas tradition of visiting a church during this tour. You will also visit Taipei’s oldest temple, Lungshan Temple, and get a glimpse of a different culture of prayer.

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

Local general liabilities insurance

Professional licensed tour guide

What's Not Included

Food and beverage

Gratuities

Traveler Information

INFANT: Age: 0 - 1
CHILD: Age: 2 - 11
ADULT: Age: 12 - 99

Additional Info

Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

What To Expect

St Christopher's Catholic Church

From the past to the present, Christmas has been one of the most important days in the church year to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. Going to a church during this season is one of the best ways to immerse yourself in the festive atmosphere. The altar and pedestals are decorated with lights, wreaths, and garlands, welcoming the visitors to celebrate the love of Jesus. Of course, on this tour, you will not miss the opportunity to experience the time-honored Christmas tradition of visiting a church.

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Xinyi Shopping District

The next stop on your Christmas Day tour is the Xinyi Shopping District. A number of department stores, malls, and high-end restaurants are located in this area. The window displays are lovely to behold during this festive season, which is always designed with fantastic winter themes.

Since you are in Xinyi Shopping District, it’s impossible to miss Taipei 101. The Taipei 101 Mall, which adjoins the skyscraper, is anchored by numerous luxury retailers, which not only satisfy your cravings for shopping, but also feast your eyes on their fascinating displays during the Christmas season. The pop-up art installation by the French fashion brand, Dior, has become a must-see for Christmas fanatics since 2018. It always brings the Christmas spirit to spice up your holiday, from a dazzling Christmas tree to a shining Star of Bethlehem.

If time permits, you may go to the observatory at your own expense to enjoy a panoramic view of Taipei, which costs about NTD 600 per person.

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Bellavita

Your tour continues with a visit to the Bellavita Mall. Commonly known as "the mall for socialites,", this mall provides a luxurious shopping experience with exquisite wide open spaces and elegant interior design. If you are looking for something luxurious to reward yourself during your trip, you’ve come to the right place.

The most approachable and intriguing part of the mall is the Christmas display, which showcases a different winter scene yearly, such as a winter ski resort, glass igloos in Finland, etc., and never ceases to amaze everyone.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Longshan Temple

Although Christmas is celebrated grandly in Taiwan, most people still pray in the temple for a peaceful and joyful year ahead. After lunch (at your own expense), you will visit the oldest temple in Taipei, Lungshan Temple, which was built in 1738 and dedicated to Guanyin (the Goddess of Mercy).

In Taiwan, the temples are usually decorated with colorful Koji ceramics, carved stone columns, and paintings that visualize Chinese gods and mythology. Through this tour, you will learn about the differences and similarities between two cultures by visiting a church and a temple.

1 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Christmasland in New Taipei City

Lastly, it’s time for the biggest highlight of your Christmas Instagram tour. Hold your excitement, it's only a 50-min drive to Christmasland in New Taipei City.

Christmasland in New Taipei City usually starts in mid November, which takes place in the Civic Plaza of New Taipei City and covers a huge area, making it one of the biggest Christmas markets in Asia. The enormous projection mapped Christmas Tree in the venue was recommended by Harper’s Bazaar as one of the 19 most amazing Christmas trees in the world.

Every year Christmasland in New Taipei City is held under a different theme such as Lego and Disney characters. With illuminated skywalks, life-size statues of cartoon characters, amusement rides and themed shops, it becomes a playground appeals to all ages. Whether you visit alone or with company, there are so many fun things to do, making your holiday memorable.

After that, you will head back to downtown Taipei around 20:20 and arrive in your hotel around 21:00.

5 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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