Museum of Contemporary Arts, Taipei
Museum of Contemporary Arts, Taipei
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10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Jessie
New Taipei, Taiwan12 contributions
Apr 2023 • Solo
I walked from the MRT Zhongshan Station to the Contemporary Museum. It was a great afternoon on a nice weather day!
Tickets for the exhibition are not expensive, and a small amount of money can fill the entire afternoon~
It is very close to CNR and Zhongshan business district. It is very convenient to go to both places for eating and shopping after the exhibition trip.
I like the environment here very much, and the exhibition experience is very comfortable. Some exhibitions also provide guided tours, so you can have a deeper understanding!
Tickets for the exhibition are not expensive, and a small amount of money can fill the entire afternoon~
It is very close to CNR and Zhongshan business district. It is very convenient to go to both places for eating and shopping after the exhibition trip.
I like the environment here very much, and the exhibition experience is very comfortable. Some exhibitions also provide guided tours, so you can have a deeper understanding!
Written November 17, 2023
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JONO5K1
London, UK791 contributions
Feb 2025 • Solo
The Exhibitions are somewhat limited, and as is often the case with "contemporary art", the exhibitions can be "appreciated" in quick succession. Entrance is 100.00, though concessions are available. One could visit if in the immediate area for a browse perhaps, however, it certainly isn't a "must see", nor is it somewhere I would recommend.
Written February 2, 2025
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waijgjy
219 contributions
Mar 2024 • Family
The exhibits were under the theme "hello, human" which was artificial intelligence related. While the exhibits were a bit too complex for my child, he did love "outing" which was actually a ping pong table. We went on a weekday afternoon so we were able to play for long periods.
There was also a playroom and we did some arts & crafts.
The Cafe offered yummy pizza and waffle.
A cozy afternoon for mother & child.
There was also a playroom and we did some arts & crafts.
The Cafe offered yummy pizza and waffle.
A cozy afternoon for mother & child.
Written March 29, 2024
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Pascalimnida
Le Plessis-Robinson, France518 contributions
Dec 2024 • Solo
I wasn't thrilled by this museum. Already, I'm not a big fan of contemporary art (even if I still enjoyed one or two works), but above all I didn't like the mandatory route with no way back.
Besides, it's not very big.
That said, the building itself is pretty good.
Besides, it's not very big.
That said, the building itself is pretty good.
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Written January 25, 2025
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Jianing Sim
Singapore, Singapore104 contributions
Dec 2019 • Friends
A great place to visit if you would like an artistic touch to your trip in taipei (other than the usual eating/drinking/shopping/trekking!!
When we went, it was a disaster based exhibition and it took us around 2-3h to complete the entire exhibition - interesting exhibits and areas with audio/ videos documentaries. Great place to get some inspiration. Would recommend to visit on a weekday as there wasnt a lot of people and we got to take our time to explore the place
When we went, it was a disaster based exhibition and it took us around 2-3h to complete the entire exhibition - interesting exhibits and areas with audio/ videos documentaries. Great place to get some inspiration. Would recommend to visit on a weekday as there wasnt a lot of people and we got to take our time to explore the place
Written March 12, 2020
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Jeffry b
Essendon, Australia13,740 contributions
Feb 2023
MOCA is housed in a former school, which later became the headquarters of the Taipei City Government, until it relocated in 1996. MOCA is a good venue for displaying contemporary art, which often requires lots of space. Unfortunately, MOCA often seems to be closed for refurbishing, so check on opening times before you go. Contemporary art is not everyone's cup of tea, but you will probably know if you like installations and other forms of contemporary art.
Written February 1, 2023
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CdnLovesTravel787
Vancouver, Canada2,923 contributions
Feb 2020
MOCA building was built by the Japanese in 1921 during their rule from 1895 to 1945. It was later designated as a historical building and reopened as MOCA in 2001. The building features Corinthian columns at the front.
There is always a theme at this gallery, and this time it was nihilism which means total rejection of established laws and institutions; the belief that life is meaningless: an exhibition of nihilistic art- a complete oxymoron.
In the past the museum featured fabulous sculptures and artists from around the world and I always enjoyed coming here. This time the exhibit was extremely depressing and diametrically opposite to my own view of life. I was so happy to leave.
Most of the rooms you entered, had black fabric for doors which you pushed aside to get in. Inside the little rooms there was a bench for you to sit and watch a seemingly meaningless video. Some rooms had earphones to explain things but I wasn’t interested as the images were not interesting at all.
It seemed to me that all exhibits were a cheap way to pretend about something that really wasn't there nor meaningful. I remember 6 years ago how great it was to feature famous artists from around the world. I felt as if I had wasted my entire time that day, looking to find the museum first, then spending what time I had there. The only interesting thing was the video of the history of MOCA ground level.
There is always a theme at this gallery, and this time it was nihilism which means total rejection of established laws and institutions; the belief that life is meaningless: an exhibition of nihilistic art- a complete oxymoron.
In the past the museum featured fabulous sculptures and artists from around the world and I always enjoyed coming here. This time the exhibit was extremely depressing and diametrically opposite to my own view of life. I was so happy to leave.
Most of the rooms you entered, had black fabric for doors which you pushed aside to get in. Inside the little rooms there was a bench for you to sit and watch a seemingly meaningless video. Some rooms had earphones to explain things but I wasn’t interested as the images were not interesting at all.
It seemed to me that all exhibits were a cheap way to pretend about something that really wasn't there nor meaningful. I remember 6 years ago how great it was to feature famous artists from around the world. I felt as if I had wasted my entire time that day, looking to find the museum first, then spending what time I had there. The only interesting thing was the video of the history of MOCA ground level.
Written May 14, 2020
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jeffryb
Keysborough, Australia366 contributions
Aug 2020
The Museum of Contemporary Arts (MOCA), Taipei fills a gap in Taipei's artistic offering. It's more contemporary than modern. The Museum has a number of intallations, varying from time to time. The building dates from the Japanese colonial era (1895-1945). Following Retrocession, it housed the Tapei City Goverment. It later housed MOCA. There are free audio guides and group tours. MOCA is closed on Monday. Best access is by MRT, Zhongshan Station, Red or Green Lines
Written September 29, 2020
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Luke
Manchester, UK615 contributions
Jan 2020
First off, the building in itself is a fantastic place to visit. I found the collection interesting and surprising, especially the exhibit on Hong Kong activism (back in January, when the tension was high). Inside, the space is large and it feels very natural to make your way through the different exhibits. I also received a free piece of cake in the lovely café!
Written December 6, 2020
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Breeze
2,313 contributions
Oct 2020
Not too much to see and maybe it is "contemporary art," I've no talent to appreciate it. The internal decoration is kinda of shabby and advised to be repaired. I would like to say the entire architecture and this historical building is more attractive than the exhibitions.
This building is very lateral symmetry and the bricks are very pretty. If standing in front of this museum, the weather is good, it really makes your day!
Spending one hour for the building appreciation, for the exhibition, I'll say, just take a quick glance.
This building is very lateral symmetry and the bricks are very pretty. If standing in front of this museum, the weather is good, it really makes your day!
Spending one hour for the building appreciation, for the exhibition, I'll say, just take a quick glance.
Written October 28, 2020
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