About National Palace Museum
The National Palace Museum in Taipei is widely acclaimed for its extensive collection of Chinese art and artifacts, especially its stunning jade collection and famous jadeite cabbage. Visitors are generally advised to allow 2 to 4 hours to visit the museum, but it is a worthwhile experience for art and history lovers.
Highlights and Popular Items:
Jadeite Cabbage
This iconic piece is a must-see.
Extensive Collection
The museum boasts a vast array of artifacts, including ancient scrolls, tapestries, calligraphy, porcelain, and more.
Well-Displayed and Explained
The exhibits are generally considered well-organized and informative, with English translations available.
Historical Range
The museum showcases a wide range of Chinese history and art, from ancient times to the Qing dynasty.
First-Class Relics
Over 8,000 items are designated as first-class relics, highlighting the museum’s significance.
Opening Hours
Exhibition Hall I (Main Building): Tuesday to Sunday 09:00-17:00 (Closed on Mondays)
Children’s Gallery: Tuesday to Sunday 09:00-17:00 (Closed on Mondays)
Located on B1 of the Main Building. Admission is free.
Suitable for adults and children of all ages (children younger than 10 years old must be accompanied by an adult)
Zhishan Garden: Tuesday to Sunday 08:00-17:00 (Closed on Mondays)
Zhide Garden: Admission is free and open all year round.
The Best Time to Visit
This is a popular spot for tourists, so to avoid the crowds, the best time to visit National Palace Museum is on weekdays when there are fewer people. If you want to avoid the crowds, you can visit National Palace Museum at 9 am, when the number of tourists is the least.
Things to Consider
Crowds:
Be prepared for potentially large crowds, especially during peak tourist seasons.
Jade Cabbage’s Location:
As mentioned, confirm the Jadeite Cabbage’s location before your visit, as it may be on loan to the southern branch.
Other Attractions:
Consider visiting other attractions in the area, such as the Shilin Night Market or the Maokong Gondola.
How to get to?
Transportation information
From: MRT(R16 Shilin Exit 1) → walk 120 meters → Bus Station: MRT Shilin Station (Zhongzheng) → Transfer Bus No. R30, 815, 304, 300, 255, S19, S18, M1
Bus Station Google Map: MRT Shilin Station (Zhongzheng)
| Bus Station | Bus No. | Bus stop |
|---|---|---|
| Bus Station | R30 | NPM Main Building |
| 815 | at the bottom of the hill | |
| 304 | at the bottom of the hill | |
| 300 | at the bottom of the hill | |
| 255 | opposite the NPM | |
| S19 | opposite the NPM | |
| S18 | opposite the NPM | |
| M1 / 市民小巴1 | opposite the NPM |
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