Transportation guide to Taipei’s New Year’s Eve: Discover how to reach the city’s grandest countdown celebration with ease. ILLUME TAIPEI offers insider tips to help you arrive stylishly and stress-free—start your journey from the heart of the city.
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Taipei’s most iconic New Year’s Eve celebration once again lights up the Xinyi District in front of Taipei 101. With a stunning blend of fireworks, laser shows, and international performers, the event is set to draw over a million visitors. For a poised and comfortable experience beneath the brilliant night sky, choosing the right hotel is your wisest first step. ILLUME TAIPEI presents an exclusive transportation guide to help you begin the new year gracefully from the heart of the city.
2026 Taipei New Year’s Eve Event Info
Why Choose ILLUME TAIPEI?
- Prime Location: Located on Dunhua North Road, just 2 km from Taipei 101 with quick and direct access.
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- Outside the Restricted Zone: Xinyi will be closed on NYE, but ILLUME remains fully accessible.
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- Dual MRT Access: Walk to Nanjing Fuxing and Taipei Arena stations for easy transfers to the Red and Blue Lines to Taipei 101.
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- Complete Services: Concierge transport, luggage storage, and transit assistance for a worry-free stay.
Top Transportation Guide: Take the MRT or bus to the event
➤ MRT Routes:
- Wenhu + Tamsui-Xinyi Line: Nanjing Fuxing → transfer at Daan → Taipei 101/World Trade Center → 4-min walk
- Songshan-Xindian + Tamsui-Xinyi Line: Nanjing Fuxing → transfer at Zhongshan → Taipei 101/WTC → 4-min walk
- Bannan Line: Zhongxiao Dunhua → City Hall → 14-min walk
💡 Taipei MRT runs 42 hours straight on NYE—depart between 6–7 PM to avoid peak crowds after 8 PM.
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➤ Bus Routes
- Chengde Main Line / 288 / 33: Board at Taipei Arena → Get off at World Trade Center (Zhuangjing) → 7-min walk
- 967 Shuttle: Board at Taipei Arena → Get off at City Hall → 6-min walk
📱 Download the “Taipei Bus App” to check real-time bus arrivals and stop info.
Three-Stage Traffic Control (Based on Past Years)
- 7:00–8:00 PM｜Outbound only, no vehicle entry
- Area: West of Songren Rd, south of Zhongxiao E. Rd, north of Xinyi Rd, east of Keelung Rd & Yixian Rd
2. 8:00–10:00 PM｜Vehicle underpasses closed
- Area: control extends to Yixian Rd, Ren’ai Rd, and Guangfu South Rd
3. 10:00 PM–3:00 AM｜Complete vehicle lockdown
- Area includes: Ln. 236, Sec. 5, Zhongxiao E. Rd; Zhuangjing Rd; Songde Rd; west of Songren Rd
🚗 Drivers are advised to park before 5:00 PM to avoid entering the Xinyi restricted area.
Returning to ILLUME is returning to serenity
As the cheers of the countdown fade, our warm light still welcomes you back. This guide is more than directions—it's our way of caring for your journey home. At ILLUME, brilliance and calm come together in perfect harmony.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Take the High-Speed Rail or Taiwan Rail to Taipei or Nangang Station, then transfer to the Bannan Line or Tamsui-Xinyi Line to reach the venue directly.
Take National Freeway No. 1 and exit at Jianguo Expressway (Xinyi Rd exit), turn left onto Xinyi Rd → right onto Keelung Rd → right onto Songshou Rd.
Yes! Check out “Yuanshan Countdown Night” and “New Taipei 1314 River Fireworks” for more festivities.
