As one of the first cities in Asia to develop a contemporary art scene, Taipei is home to hundreds of art galleries.
For starters, the iconic Eslite Gallery located in the center of the city is a great place to visit — highly accessible by public transit. The gallery exhibits the works of both well-known and forthcoming Taiwanese artists, and is said to be an "important supporter of ethnic Chinese artists."
People interested in experimental art should pay Chi-Wen Gallery a visit, as it is one of the galleries leading the way for a new generation of art expression. The gallery is devoted to discovering young artists and in promoting new media art. Other such galleries include Project Fulfill Art Space and Double Square Gallery.
For those intrigued by Taiwan's contemporary art landscape, ITPARK is the art gallery to visit. It was founded by a group of artists and showcases some of the most renowned art pieces in the country.
"Good Eye Taipei," a bilingual Taipei city guide, recommends six art galleries to visit in Taipei.
Eslite Gallery (誠品畫廊)
5F, No. 11, Songgao Rd, Taipei City
"More than just a book-seller, Eslite is also an important advocate for Chinese artists."
Tina Keng Gallery (耿畫廊)
No. 15, Lane 548, Ruiguang Rd, Taipei City
"Where one encounters the masters amongst contemporary artists."
Chi-Wen Gallery (其玟畫廊)
3F, No. 19, Lane 252, Section 1, Dunhua S Rd, Taipei City
"Devoted to delivering Taiwan’s new media art to the international stage."
Project Fulfill Art Space (就在藝術空間)
No. 2, Alley 45, Lane 147, Section 3, Xinyi Rd, Taipei City
"An avant-garde gallery with a focus on representing Asian artists."
Double Square Gallery (双方藝廊)
No. 28, Lane 770, Bei’an Rd, Taipei City
"An up-and-coming gallery with a focus on curation and the propagation of art."
ITPARK (伊通公園)
2F, No. 41, Yitong St, Taipei City
"A salon that hosts some of Taiwan’s most important artists."
“Good Eye Taipei” can be purchased at all major bookstores in Taiwan. Check out TNL’s interview with the author here.
