Shin Kong Life Tower, New Taipei City

Name: Shin Kong Life Tower
Address: New Taipei City, Taiwan

#254 among attractions in New Taipei City

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Shin Kong Life Tower, at 51 stories and a height of 245 meters, is one of Taiwan's earliest skyscrapers. The rose-colored tower topped by a pyramid stands in Zhongzheng District, Taipei, and dates from 1993. Its first twelve floors and two underground floors house a Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Department Store; the remaining floors provide office space and serve as headquarters for the Shin Kong Life insurance company. The building stands across Zhongxiao Road from Taipei Main Station near the Asiaworld Department Store. ()

Local name: 新光人壽保險摩天大樓 Completed: 1993 (31 years ago)Floors: 51Coordinates: 25°2'45"N, 121°30'54"E

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中正区 (黎明里)New Taipei City Taiwan

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Shin Kong Life Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Ximending, National Taiwan Museum, 228 Peace Memorial Park, Taipei Guest House.

0.5 miSW
Shopping district, Shopping, Neighbourhood
Ximending, New Taipei City
13 min walk • Ximending, often referred to as the "Harajuku of Taipei," is a bustling shopping district in the heart of New Taipei City, Taiwan. This vibrant area is a hub of fashion, culture, and entertainment, drawing both locals and tourists alike with its unique blend of...
~1170 ftS
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
National Taiwan Museum, New Taipei City
6 min walk • The National Taiwan Museum stands as a beacon of cultural and historical preservation in the bustling city of New Taipei City, Taiwan. Established in 1908 during the Japanese colonial period, it is the oldest museum in Taiwan, offering visitors an in-depth look into...
0.4 miS
Park, Historical place, Museum
228 Peace Memorial Park, New Taipei City
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of New Taipei City, the 228 Peace Memorial Park stands as a verdant oasis amidst the urban sprawl, offering both respite and reflection for locals and tourists alike. This serene park is not just a place for leisure and relaxation but also a...
0.4 miS
Palace, Historical place, Architecture
Taipei Guest House, New Taipei City
11 min walk • The Taipei Guest House, an emblematic residence nestled in the heart of New Taipei City, Taiwan, is a stunning example of historical architecture and cultural significance. Originally constructed in 1899 during the Qing Dynasty era, this opulent palace served as the...
0.4 miNE
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Museum of Contemporary Art Taipei, New Taipei City
11 min walk • The Museum of Contemporary Art Taipei is a museum of contemporary art, located in Datong District, Taipei, Taiwan.
0.5 miSE
Museum, Science museum
Museum of Medical Humanities, New Taipei City
13 min walk • The Museum of Medical Humanities of National Taiwan University is a museum about medical humanities at the NTU College of Medicine campus in Zhongzheng District, Taipei, Taiwan.
0.6 miSW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Red House, New Taipei City
15 min walk • The Red House Theater, often called Hong Lo Red Play House, Red Theater, Ximen Honglou or Ximen Red House in English, is a historic theater in Ximending, Wanhua District, Taipei, Taiwan. The theater is located at 10 Chengdu Road.
~1560 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Q square, New Taipei City
8 min walk • Qsquare is a shopping mall in Datong District, Taipei, Taiwan.
~380 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre
Station Front Metro Mall, Taipei
2 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Taipei, Station Front Metro Mall offers a shopping experience that seamlessly blends convenience with the thrill of discovery. This sprawling urban retail haven is situated strategically at the nexus of Taipei's main transportation hub...
0.6 miSE
Museum, Military museum
Evergreen Maritime Museum, New Taipei City
15 min walk • The Evergreen Maritime Museum is a maritime museum in Zhongzheng District, Taipei City, Taiwan.
0.5 miS
Park, Garden
Jieshou Park, New Taipei City
12 min walk • Jieshou Park is an urban type park in Zhongzheng District, Taipei, Taiwan.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Shin Kong Life Tower?

Nearby attractions include Taiwan Land Bank Exhibition Hall, New Taipei City (5 min walk), Shipai, New Taipei City (5 min walk), Taipei Post Office, New Taipei City (6 min walk), National Taiwan Museum, New Taipei City (6 min walk).

How to get to Shin Kong Life Tower by public transport?

The nearest stations to Shin Kong Life Tower:

Bus

Taipei Main Sta. • Lines: 0東, 18, 22, 247, 249, 251, 262, 262區, 265區, 307, 49, 671, 和平幹線, 羅斯福路幹線, 藍1 (2 min walk)
Taipei Main Station • Lines: 257, 605 (3 min walk)

Metro

Taipei main station • Lines: A, Bl, R (6 min walk)
NTU Hospital • Lines: R (8 min walk)

Train

Taipei (5 min walk)
Wanhua (33 min walk)