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MAJI Square: weekend markets, food stalls, and Taipei Expo Park energy

A laid-back market-and-food zone near Yuanshan that’s perfect for a casual afternoon: browse pop-up vendors, snack slowly, and pair it with nearby museums and parks.

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A laid-back market-and-food zone near Yuanshan that’s perfect for a casual afternoon: browse pop-up vendors, snack slowly, and pair it with nearby museums and parks.

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District
Zhongshan (Yuanshan / Expo Park area)
Best for
Weekend wandering, casual food, market vibes
Time needed
1–2 hours (or longer if you linger)

Highlights

  • A fun, low-commitment place to browse and snack
  • Great pairing with Yuanshan’s museum cluster
  • Best when you treat it like a ‘wander’ not a checklist

Why go

MAJI Square is the kind of Taipei stop that feels easy: you can show up with no plan, wander, find a snack you like, and let the day unfold. It’s not a single ‘big attraction’—it’s a mood.

It also works beautifully as a buffer between museum time and dinner: a little browsing, a little people-watching, and a gentle reset for your feet.

How to do it well

The best MAJI visit has a soft structure. Pick one nearby anchor (a museum or park), then treat MAJI as your relaxed middle chapter.

  • Pair first: Taipei Fine Arts Museum or Shung Ye Museum
  • Arrive hungry but not starving (so you can browse before choosing)
  • Pick one savory + one sweet, then stop—your future self will thank you

Perfect pairings nearby

Yuanshan is quietly stacked: museums, parks, and classic Taipei ‘open space’ that’s hard to find in denser districts.

  • Taipei Fine Arts Museum (culture anchor)
  • Taipei Story House (small heritage stop)
  • Taipei Expo Park lawns for golden hour

Helpful links

Official pages and references for planning details.

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Ready to plan your next stop?

Start with a simple loop: one neighborhood stroll, one iconic sight, and one night market. Taipei rewards balance.

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Tip: hours, prices, and seasonal schedules can change. When something matters (like a museum ticket or a special exhibition), check the official listing before you go.