Go on a weekend afternoon when it is in full swing. It is busy then but such a cool atmosphere! There is also a Creative Market which is only there on the weekends. Hence I said go then. The Creative Market is just outside. You can also purchase some lovely items. Check the website for timings. Nice to watch the buskers and the teens of Taipei! The structure and colour of the Red House is unique. Worth walking around it before going inside. The 'red' is somewhat simple but striking. Inside you can learn more about the history, take the leaflet which is in English too. There was a coffee shop and the usual gift or souvenir shops. Staff are pleasant and friendly. Right by Ximen MRT.

This is a really cool area to interact with. The atmosphere surrounding the Red House is buzzing. Seeing both young and old being able to express themselves as they like, really adds to the vibe. There are some really good bars, I loved the weekend artisan market outside. Also the quality of the products sold inside the house and of course what it all represents. In fact the whole area of Ximen is alive. It was by chance that I booked a hotel for a couple of nights here. So glad I did. My colleague from Australia also loved being here.

I thought I would not see its interiors before I leave the city. Finally on my last day, it was opened and I was able to visit it. Inside are shops that sell items represented to be made in Taiwan. Items for sale include beautiful music boxes, souvenirs, clothes, tshirts, watches, etc. I just looked around and took some photos here. Outside are the stores, shops, restaurants of the Ximending area.