VIBE

Practically everyone in Taipei stops by this bustling stretch of road at one point or another to pick up new garb. Shopping options run the gamut from international chains like Zara and upscale department stores like SOGO and MingYao to luxury boutiques by the likes of Cartier and Rolex. Even if shopping’s not your bag, there are plenty of restaurants, bars, and people-watching opportunities along this packed street to keep you entertained.

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A fun night out; gifts

WHY WE LIKE IT

Spending the afternoon walking down ZhongXiao East Road is a classic Taipei activity–definitely not to be missed. Taipei locals of all ages come here, and it’s a great way to be in the local mix.

GOOD TO KNOW

In case you’re looking for a place to work out, there are, weirdly enough, quite a few fitness clubs along this stretch.

CLOSEST COMPS

XinYi District (Taipei); Fifth Avenue (New York); Michigan Avenue (Chicago)