Red House (Ximen)
Attractions / Taipei Charter Attractions
Red House
The Red House
[Red House and Rainbow Landscape Guide | North Bay Private Car Tour — Culture Route]
Centennial History × Multicultural Meeting Point: Red House and Rainbow Landscape
The Red House, located in the core area of Ximending, Taipei, is one of the oldest existing public market buildings in Taiwan. It was built in 1908 and combines Baroque and octagonal design styles to witness the century-old evolution of Taipei's business and culture. In recent years, the square in front of the Red Mansion has gradually transformed into an LGBTQ+ friendly base. It is equipped with a rainbow flag and a "Ximen Rainbow" installation, becoming a symbol of gender equality and a pilgrimage hotspot for cultural youth travelers.
During the day, it is a historical tour guide and cultural and creative market, and at night, it is a dynamic place where small bars and free culture blend. It is a city corner with both historical heritage and diverse charm.
Red House and Rainbow Highlights Recommended
The octagonal building and the red brick arcade: the unique appearance and internal art exhibition are a perfect scene for taking pictures and roaming.
Red House Market and Cultural and Creative Brands: Cultural and creative handicraft markets, small exhibitions and independent brand pop-ups are held regularly.
Rainbow flag × symbol of multiculturalism: There is a rainbow floor and community signs outside the Red Building, which is a representative landscape of an LGBTQ+ friendly city.
Rich nightlife and performance spaces: many gay-friendly bars, performance venues and cultural exchange activities gather at night.
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Let North Bay Private Car Tour take you to deeply explore the historical texture of the Red Mansion and the rainbow landscape. Whether it is a family cultural trip, cultural and creative exploration, or a journey with the rainbow, we can arrange the most comfortable transfer service for you.
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Private car tour to explore Red Mansions and Ximending, with more flexible itinerary
Ximending is crowded with people and parking is inconvenient. If you plan to take photos, explore cultural and creative industries, travel with children, or connect multiple attractions, it is recommended to use the North Bay Private Car Tour service. Not only can you go directly to the entrance of Red House, but you can also connect nearby historical and cultural attractions.
Recommended combo itineraries:
Red House + Rainbow Landscape + Shooting on Rainbow Trail No. 6
Family-child light trip: Red Mansion Market + Bopiliao Historic Block + Longshan Temple prayer
Cultural Youth Travel Photography Route: Red House + Chifeng Street + Songshan Cultural and Creative Park
We also provide photography travelers, LGBTQ+ groups, and independent language transfer services, with flexible arrangements for time and vehicle types.
Travel information and advice
Red Mansion Market business hours: 11:00–21:00 daily (night activities vary by event)
Address: No. 10, Chengdu Road, Wanhua District, Taipei City (Exit 1 of Ximen MRT Station)
Recommended photos: the main entrance of the Octagon Building, the shadow of the arcade, the rainbow flag wall and the floor
The neighborhood can be extended to: Ximen Movie Street, Qingcao Lane, and Taipei Main Station filming spots
Centennial Architecture × Gender Friendly × City Roaming | Book Now
Red House is not only a historical site, but also a symbol of multiculturalism and equal rights. Tourism trends in 2025 emphasize "local culture × community participation × freedom"
(Image source: Taipei Travel Net — https://www.travel.taipei/zh-tw)
