Children and Parent’s Travel Guide to Taipei 小孩及家長台北旅遊指南

Tips For Travelling in Taipei with Kids:

• Public toilets may be hard to find, but you can be sure to find them at MRT stations, government buildings such as libraries and administration buildings, gas stations, shopping malls and supermarkets, and a small number of convenience stores.
• Bring sun protection. 
• Bring an umbrella or rain gear.
• Bring insect repellent.
• Bring lots of water and stay hydrated, especially in the summer.
• Bring lots of snacks for your kids. If you run out of snacks, just visit a nearby convenience store to restock.
• Taxis or car rental are the best form of travel with kids in Taiwan, because there is less walking and less chance of them causing a disturbance in public.
• Most taxis do not require car seats for infants or small children in Taiwan, so don’t worry about bringing a car seat.
• Many sidewalks in Taiwan are not stroller-friendly. If you do bring a stroller, make sure it is sturdy enough that the wheels won’t break from constant cracks and uneven pavement.

Tips for Travelling on Planes, Trains, or Buses with Kids

• Bring their favorite snacks
• Bring a new toy or game for them to play with
• If possible, book an exit row seat or a front row where there is more room
• Get up and walk around the plane if it is a long flight
• Bring headphones suitable for your kid’s ears if the small plug earphones don’t work well

Tips for Overcoming Jet Lag with Kids in Taiwan

I have seen firsthand what jet lag can do to kids in Taiwan, so I have a few tips that may help you.

• For the first day in Taiwan, take it easy (like short walks, visiting a park), but make sure your kids are awake until nighttime
• Don’t do anything that involves lots of walking, hiking, or tours on the first day in Taiwan if your kids are jet lagged. This will make for grumpy kids and an unhappy vacation
• Try to get your kids on a normal sleep schedule as fast as possible and avoid long naps during the day (which could mean waking up in the middle of the night later)
• If your kids are going insane due to jet lag, find a place to rest and get them some snacks that they like from a nearby convenience store. That should liven their mood. Continue as needed until nighttime.

Basic Taipei Travel Tips:

• There is no need to tip in Taiwan. It is not part of the culture here.
• Taiwan uses the New Taiwan Dollar, and many transactions such as for street food still require cash. For more information, check out our guide to the New Taiwan Dollar here. 
• Get yourself a SIM card or portable WiFi such as from Gigago hereso you can stay connected and don’t get lost in the city.
• If you are from a country that does not have a 90-day visa-free program with Taiwan, consider getting your visa sorted with Ivisa.com. You can also check out our immigration FAQ here. 
• Get travel insurance in case of unforeseen events. You can compare prices on Insubuy here. 
• The electrical voltage is 110V.
• Get yourself an Easy Card, so you can travel easily on the MRT, Train, HSR, Youbike, and even shop at convenience stores. You can also book a Taiwan travel pass on Klook here. 
• For more travel tips, check out our foreigner survival guide here. 

When should you go to Taipei?

In my opinion, the best weather in Taipei is from March-May, and October-November, when the temperatures stay around 26 degrees Celsius and there is not as much rain.
Summers are also nice, with the sunniest weather, but also hot and rainy. 
Winters can be cold (but not below freezing) and usually wet. 
Overall, there is no wrong answer as to what time of year you should visit Taipei. You will have a great time here at any time of year. 

Where to Stay in Taipei?

We have stayed at and recommend the Yuanshan Grand Hotel, once the tallest building in Taiwan and still the most grand (book on Booking.com here or Agoda here). We have also stayed at and recommend the Grand Hyatt (book on Booking.com here or Agoda here), Marriot (book on Booking.com here or Agoda here), Sheraton (book on Booking.com here or Agoda here), Shangri-la (book on Booking.com here or Agoda here), and Regent (book on Booking.com here or Agoda here), which are all very high-quality hotels in the middle of Taipei City.
We also recommend Fullon Hotel which has locations in Tamsui and Fulong near the beach (book on Booking.com here or Agoda here).
We have stayed at and also recommend Fu Chang Hotel in Ximending, which is within walking distance of Ximending shopping district (book on Booking.com here or Agoda here). We have also stayed at and recommend Hai Xia Your Home which is right in front of Fulong Beach (book on Booking.com here or Agoda here).
Looking for a hotel? We recommend booking through Booking.com here, which provides the best quality selection of accommodation in Taiwan.
Find out where to stay in our Taiwan hotels guide or search for the best hotel deals in Taiwan here.

Tours in Taipei:

There are many tour itineraries that you can enjoy in Taipei that will take you to multiple destinations and arrange transportation. For more information, you can check out Tripadvisor here, KKday here or Klook here, which are both great tour websites that can connect you with the right tour and tour guide for you. 
Here are some of the most popular tours of Taipei on Tripadvisor:

1. Yehliu, Jiufen & Pingxi Day Tour from Taipei
2. The 10 Tastings of Taipei With Locals: Private Street Food Tour
3. Full-Day Private Northern Taiwan Tour from Taipei with Pickup
4. Full-Day Private Custom Taipei City Tour
5. Beitou and Yangmingshan Day Tour from Taipei
6. Half-Day Muslim Friendly Tour in Taipei City
7. Private Taipei Tour for Families

Attractions in Taipei:

There are many attractions that you can enjoy in Taipei such as  Taipei 101 Observatory, Taipei 101 460 Skyline Observatory, Taipei Children’s Amusement Park, Maokong Gondola, National Palace Museum, Yehliu Ocean World, Yehliu Geopark, National Museum of Marine Science and Biology, i-ride 5D cinema, Astronomical Museum, Miniatures Museum of Taiwan, Double Decker Sightseeing Bus, Miramar Ferris Wheel Ticket, Taipei Zoo, Heping Island Park, Ju Ming Museum, Yuanshan Hotel Secret Road, National Taiwan Museum, New Taipei Gold Museum, Futian Leisure Farm, Chiang Kai-shek Shilin Residence, Chi Po-lin Museaum, Beitou Museum, Tsao Wonderland, Railway Museum, Fort San Domingo, 13 Levels Archaeology Museum, Austin Land, Museum of World Religions, Formosan Aboriginies Museum, ASE Parent-child Park, teamLab Future Park, Yukids Island, VR Experience, Bat Cave, Neidong Waterfall, Candlestick Islet, Jurassic Snow Park, Zhonghe High5 Amusement Park, Longshan Temple, Xingtian Temple, Ningxia Night Market, Yansan Night Market, Meteor Garden, Yingge Old Street, and many more attractions on Tripadvisor here, Klook here, or KKday here. 

Activities in Taipei:

Indoor Skiing, Rock Climbing, Hiking, Wakeboarding, Surfing, Speedboat Surfing, SUP / Paddle Boarding, Diving, Snorkeling Kayaking, Canoeing, Water Biking,  River Tracing / Canyoneering, ATVing, Horse Riding, Cooking Class, Archery, Ice Skating, Roller Skating, Tree Climbing, Urban Camping, Glamping, Motorcycling, Motorbike Tour, Dragon Boat Racing, Escape Room, Shen’ao Rail Bike, Laser Gun Experience, Batting Cages, Bowling, Paintball, Flight Simulation Experience, Taipei Tram Driving Experience, Rail Simulation Experience, Taipei 101 Observation Deck activity, Strawberry Picking, Professional Photo Shoot, Body Relaxation SPA, Night Tour, Calligraphy Workshop rand more on Tripadvisor here, Klook here, or KKday here. 

How to get there:

The only way to get to Taiwan is via airplane. Planes leave daily from Taipei’s Songshan and Toayuan Airport. 
Taoyuan Airport: Taoyuan is Taiwan’s largest airport and typically has cheaper flights and more flight times to choose from. It’s about an hour’s journey from Taoyuan Airport to the center of Taipei. You can travel via MRT, HSR, bus, or taxi to get to Taipei. 
You can get 30% off the Taoyuan Airport VIP lounge on KKday here. 
Songshan Airport: Songshan is a small airport in Taipei’s city center, and can be a convenient option for people traveling within Asia. The airport is right on the Taipei MRT brown line. 
You can book cheap flights to Taiwan on KKday here, Trip.com here, CheapO Air here, or Kiwi here.

How to get around in Taipei:

Taipei’s transportation system is convenient and safe. There are many options you can consider to get around in Taipei, below:
By Train: 
Gets you to the city center of all major cities in Taiwan. It is about 800 NT to get from Taipei to Kaohsiung. Roughly half the price of the HSR. Book tickets via the normal train (TRA)  on Klook here.
By HSR: 
(High-Speed Rail) – Gets you quickly from north to south. Besides Taipei and Kaohsiung, most of the stations are far from city centers. It costs about 1500NT to get from Taipei to Kaohsiung. You can book tickets to the high-speed rail (HSR)  on Klook here or KKDay here.  
By MRT: (Mass Rapid Transit, Metro train, subway) – Easily gets you around Taipei and Kaohsiung. You can also book an MRT travel pass on Klook here. 
By Bus: 
Buses can be tricky. Long-range buses such as Ubus and King Bus are easier to understand and cheaper than the local train. They can take you to the city center of every city throughout Taiwan and to remote tourist destinations such as Sun Moon Lake. A long-range bus from Taipei to Kaohsiung is about 500 NT. You can also book tickets to travel to Shifen via inter-city bus on Klook here. You can also book a Taipei Sightseeing: Hop On, Hop Off Open Top Bus on TripAdvisor here. 
By Taxi: You can take short rides for about 150 NT, or hire a Taxi for a day for around 150 USD.
By Car: 
If you are looking for car rentals, you can also search Qeeq here, Klook here, or  KKday here. You can also check out our car rental guide here.  
By Scooter: 
Looking for scooter rental in Taipei? Click here or here to search for options. You can also check out our scooter rental guide here. 
By Bicycle: 
Cycling is the best way to enjoy Taiwan’s landscapes if you have the time and energy. Looking for bicycle rentals in Taiwan? You can use Taiwan’s many Youbike bike sharing stations, or search for rentals on KKday here, and search for tours on Klook here. You can also check out our Taiwan cycling guide here. You can also book a Sunset Riverside Bike Ride and Historical Tour, 4 Hour Cycling in Taipei, Ultimate 8-Hour Cycling City Tour, or Taipei City Bike Tour with Night Market Experience on TripAdvisor here. 
For more information, check out our Taiwan transportation guide here. 

Taipei Child-Friendly Tourist Site Map:

Check out a map below of the places we will cover in this blog.

Snacking and Shopping in Taipei:

Travelling with kids probably means you want to be near food, bathrooms, and stores at all times in case of need. Here are some basic tips about where to snack and shop with kids in Taiwan.

Convenience Stores

There are convenience stores on almost every street corner in Taiwan, and sometimes the same chain has stores right across the street from one another. This can be a miracle if you have fussy, needy children on the road in Taipei. You can buy lots of things and do lots of things here, such as:

• Chicken nuggets, hot dogs, and hamburgers (they will microwave them)
• Almost any beverage under the sun
• Potato chips
• Cookies
• Ice Cream
• Candy
• Toys
• Money from an ATM
• Fax, copy, and print
• Pay bills
• Book HSR, rail, and bus tickets
• Stationary
• Send and receive packages
• Use the bathroom (some don’t have them)

The four major convenience store chains in Taiwan are as follows:

• 7-11
• Family Mart
• Hi-Life
• OK Mart

Western Fast Food Restaurants in Taipei

There are many Western food chains in Taiwan, which can be great if you have picky children who will not touch the local Taiwanese food. Some chains are as follows:

• McDonald’s
• Burger King
• Krispy Kreme
• T.G.I. Friday’s
• Texas Roadhouse
• Subway
• MOS Burger

Western Stores in Taipei

There are also a few Western-style supermarkets in Taiwan, where you can buy most of the bare essentials for kids on your journey in Taiwan. Here is a short list:

• Costco
• Carrefour
• Toys R’ Us
• PX Mart
• RT-Mart
• City Super
• Mia’Cbon
• EEC

Taiwan Food Guide 外國人最愛的台灣食物

Taiwan has some of the best food in the world; even if you are a picky American like me, you can find something delicious here that you will be sure to miss if you ever leave. Food is one of the main things that has brought me back to Taiwan time and time again. Here I will list my favorite Taiwanese foods. Try not to drool too much on your screen or keyboard. Check out our full Taiwan food guide here.

​You can check out our Taiwan fruit guide here, our Taiwan Mango guide here, and our Taiwan Dessert guide here.

Taiwan Dessert Guide 我們最喜歡的台灣甜點

Taiwan has some delicious sweets and desserts; even if you are a picky American like me you can find something delicious here that you will be sure to miss if you ever leave. Desserts are one of the main things that has brought me back to Taiwan time and time again. Here I will list my favorite Taiwan desserts. Try not to drool too much on your screen or keyboard. Check out our full Taiwan dessert guide here.

Taiwan Fruit Guide 台灣水果指南

Taiwan fruits are the best. They are one of the main reasons we love Taiwan and have decided to stay in Taiwan for the long term. Although the fruits in Taiwan are highly seasonal, you can always find delicious and sweet fruit here year-round. If you come from a non-tropical country, you have likely been missing out on the full sweet flavor that these fruits are meant to have. Check out our full Taiwan fruit guide here.

Visit some of Taipei’s Night Markets 臺北夜市指南

 

Taipei is full of vibrant night markets that will make your mouth water. With this guide, you can eat your way through Taipei’s best night markets. Sometimes one night market is not enough, so why not visit them all?Check out our full guide to Taipei’s Night Markets here.

Visit Taipei’s Old Streets 拜訪台灣的老街

 

Taipei has some amazing old streets waiting to be discovered by you. Each one of the old streets around Taipei has a special story to tell that can help you understand more about Taiwan’s History and Culture…(read more)Check out our guide to Taipei’s Old Streets here.

Popular Child-Friendly Tourist Sites

Taipei Children’s Amusement Park 兒童新樂園

 

Taipei Children’s Amusement Park (in Chinese “New Child’s Amusement Park” 兒童新樂園 Értóng xīn lèyuán) is one of the funnest places for Children in Taiwan. Because it is run by Taipei City, the entrance fee is significantly subsidized, meaning you can have a full-blown child amusement park experience for a fraction of the price. If you have kids, this is definitely a place you should stop to visit…(read more)

Price:
Entrance: 30 NT
Rides: 20-30 NT per ride
You can buy a discount pass to Taipei Children’s Amusement Park on Klook here or KKday here or here.

Check out our full guide to Taipei Children’s Amusement Park here.

The Taipei 101 (臺北101)

 

The Taipei 101 (aka Taipei World Financial Center) is the tallest building in Taiwan, standing at a height of 509 meters. It was the highest building in the world from 2004 to 2010 and is now the 10th highest building in the world as of 2019. It stands as an icon and symbol of Taiwan’s economic prosperity and may be the most recognizable building in Taiwan. It also features an observatory on the 89th floor with some of the best views of Taipei…(read more)

 

Price:
88, 89, and 91, observatory floors: 600 NT (20 USD) per person. You can book a discount ticket on TripAdvisor here, Klook here, or KKday here.
101st-floor observation deck (in addition to 88, 89, and 91 floors): 3000 NT (100 USD) per person. You can book a discount ticket on Klook here.

You can book tours to the Taipei 101 such as 101 Top Floor Tour and Dinner at Din Tai Fung, and Din Tai Fung and Hot Spring Experience on TripAdvisor here.

Check out our full guide to the Taipei 101 here.

National Palace Museum 國立故宮博物館

 

The National Palace Museum (aka NPM) in Taiwan has one of the largest collections of Chinese artifacts in the world, and perhaps the finest collection of Chinese art in the world. The museum is open year round and offers tours in many different languages. It is a must-see spot for any foreign tourist visiting Taiwan…(read more)

Price:
350 NT per person.
You can book discount tickets to the National Palace Museum on Klook here or KKday here.

You can book a Taipei City Tour with National Palace Museum Ticket on on TripAdvisor here.

Check out our full guide to the National Palace Museum here.

Taipei Zoo 臺北市立動物園

 

The Taipei Zoo is not only the largest and most varied zoo in Taiwan, it is also one of the best zoos in Asia, and at the same time has an extremely affordable price of only 60 NT per adult. If you have time you should definitely stop by and visit this zoo, if not for anything else but to see Taiwan’s ingenious animals like the Formosan Black Bear and Sika Deer which are hard to see in the wild…(read more)

 

Price:
60 NT per person
You can book discount tickets to Taipei Zoo on Klook here or KKday here.

You can also book a Taipei Zoo and Maokong Gondola tour on TripAdvisor here.

Check out our full guide to Taipei Zoo here.

Maokong Gondola 貓空纜車

 

Maokong is only one of a few Gondolas in Taiwan, but it is the most accessible. You can get there via the Taipei MRT. After embarking on the Gondola, you can view grand vistas of Southern Taipei, and then explore the mountainous streets of Maokong, which has tea shops, street food, restaurants, temples, hiking trails, and great views…(read more)

 

Price:
120 NT per person one way from Taipei Zoo Station to Maokong Station.
50 NT per trip for Taipei City residents.
You can book discount tickets to Maokong Gondola on Klook here or KKday here.

You can also book a Taipei Zoo and Maokong Gondola tour, a Chih Nan Temple & Gondola Experience, or a Maokong Tea & Shenkeng Stinky Tofu Private Day Tour with English-Speaking
on TripAdvisor here.

Check out our full guide to Maokong Gondola here.

Hiking and Nature

Elephant Mountain (Four Beasts/Nangang Mountain Trail) 象山/四獸山/南港山步道

The Elephant Mountain/Four Beasts Mountain trail (aka Xiangshan/Sishoushan Trail) is perhaps the most easily accessible trail in Taipei, with perhaps also the best views of the city. This popular and easy hike covers areas of Xinyi and Nangang District and offers excellent views of the 101 and the rest of downtown Taipei. It should be at the top of your list of places to visit in Taipei…(read more)

Houtong Cat Village 猴硐貓村

Houtong is a small village connected to the Pingxi Railway in Ruifang District in New Taipei, famous for its many cats. Once a booming mining town with the most coal production in Taiwan, it has now been converted into a tourist destination for cat lovers. Visitors can enjoy the town’s rich history as well as hundreds of cats and cat-related shops around the village…(read more)

Yangmingshan National Park 陽明山國家公園

Yangmingshan National Park is a mountainous area in Taipei and New Taipei, known for its volcanic activity, hiking trails, wildlife, waterfalls, hot springs, and sulfur vents. It is definitely worth a stop on your trip to Taipei…(read more)

Price:
Free entrance into the park
(car parking 30-50 NT， scooter parking 20 NT)
You can book tours to Yangmingshan on TripAdvisor here, Klook here, or KKday here or here.

You can check out tours to Yangmingshan such as a One-day Yangmingshan NP Beitou Hot Spring Park and Tamsui Tour Package, Beitou and Yangmingshan Day Tour from Taipei, One Day Hike around Yangmingshan, or Private Yangmingshan Volcano Tour and more on TripAdvisor here.

Check out our full guide to Yangmingshan here.

Qingtiangang Grassland 擎天崗

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Qingtiangang in Yangmingshan National Park is a large grassland that lies on top of an old lava terrace. It is famous for the water buffalo that congregate here to graze and is one of the most popular areas in the park. Besides enjoying views of wild water buffalo, there are also many hiking trails and historic trails nearby. Overall it is a family-friendly destination and one of the most popular attractions in Taipei City…(read more)You can check out tours to Yangmingshan such as a One-day Yangmingshan NP Beitou Hot Spring Park and Tamsui Tour Package, Beitou and Yangmingshan Day Tour from Taipei, One Day Hike around Yangmingshan, or Private Yangmingshan Volcano Tour and more on TripAdvisor here.

Check out our full blog on Qingtiangang here.

Beitou Hot Springs 北投溫泉

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Beitou is a hot spring area in northern Taipei, which uses the natural spring water from Yangmingshan and Sulfur Valley. Originally a Japanese-era resort town, it now has an abundance of hot spring hotels and public hot springs to enjoy…(read more)You can book a Bath of the Gods Hot Spring Tour at Beitou, Taipei, 2-Hour Private Walking Tour in Beitou or Beitou and Yangmingshan Day Tour from Taipei and more on TripAdvisor here.

Check out more on Beitou in our blog post here.

Ocean World 海洋世界

 

Another great attraction in Yehliu if you have time is theOcean World aquarium that sits in the parking lot next to Yehliu Geopark. It is like the SeaWorld of Taipei and is by far the best aquarium in northern Taiwan. The one in Kenting is better though. There is also a tank where you can see sea turtles up close…(read more)

Price:
450 NT per person.
You can book discount tickets to Yehliu Ocean World on Klook here and KKday here.
You can also book tickets to the Yehliu Ocean World Parent-Child playground on Klook here.

You can book a tour to Yehliu on TripAdvisor here.

Check out our full blog on Yehliu Ocean World here.

Bitan 碧潭

 

Bitan is a slow moving part of the Xindian River in Xindian District of New Taipei. It is also known as Bitan Lake, or Bitan Scenic Area (碧潭風景區). Here you can bike ride, paddle boat, go hiking, and shop at Xindian Old Street (新店老街). With convenient transportation via Taipei MRT, it is definitely worth a stop on your trip to Taipei…(read more)

 

Price:
Free entrance
Ferry boat: 20 NT one way
Paddle boats: 300 NT for a two-person boat, more for more people, or electric boats
Bike rental: 15-70 NT per hour depending on the bike
SUP Paddle Boarding: 2000-3000 NT
You can book an SUP / Stand up Paddle boarding experience at Bitan on TripAdvisor here, Klook here, or KKday here.

Check out our full blog on Bitan here.

Keelung Islet 基隆嶼

 

Keelung Islet is a small but tall rock off the coast of Keelung City. It first opened for tourists in 2001, but was closed in 2013 due to Typhoon damage, but then opened again in 2019. You can hike to the top of the island to its lighthouse and enjoy the views of Taiwan’s Northern Coast. You can take a ferry ride to the island from Keelung harbor, but tourists are barred from visiting in the winter months…(read more)

 

Price:
Boat trip to the island and hike to the lighthouse: about 700 NT
Boat trip to the island, lighthouse, and other places such as elephant trunk rock: about 1200 NT
Again, you can book tickets on Klook here or KKday here; booking on these sites is usually cheaper than buying tickets in person.

Check out our full guide to Keelung Islet here.

Turtle Island (Guishan Island) 龜山島

 

Guishan Island (literally Turtle Mountain Island) is a turtle shaped island off the coast of Yilan in Eastern Taiwan. Once inhabited by fishermen, it is now a coast guard base, but is open for day tours. The island tour includes beautiful sea cliffs, hiking, a lake, abandoned village, military tunnels, and whale watching just offshore…(read more)

 

Tours and Prices:
Whale watching on a boat around the island: 800-1000 NT per person.
Once around the island on a boat and 2-hour tour of the island: 800-1000 NT per person.
Whale watching and island tour: 1200+ NT
Island tour including hiking to the top of the island: 1200+ NT
You can book a personalized tour and ferry boat tickets with Klook or KKday.

Check out our full guide to Turtle Island here.

Check out our Guide to Taipei’s Waterfalls 台北瀑布指南

 

Taipei is home to some of Taiwan’s most magnificent waterfalls, and most of them are just a short trip away. Here we have complied a list of most of the waterfalls in Taipei that you can visit or hike to easily…(read more)Check out our full guide to Taipei’s Waterfalls here.

Taipei Hiking and Trails Guide 台灣爬山指南

 

Taipei is full of very accessible hikes right next to the city center. You can find amazing views of Taipei City, as well as make some adrenaline-pumping hikes up some very steep peaks in New Taipei and Keelung. We highly recommend checking out what hikes Taipei has to offer. In this guide, we will list out some of the most amazing hikes around Taipei…(read more)

Child-Friendly Beaches

Check out the Best Beaches in Taipei 台北的沙灘

 

Taipei is not usually known for its beaches, but there are some great beaches just outside the city on Taiwan’s Northern Coast, all within an hour’s journey from the city center. Popular activities on these beaches include swimming, surfing, wind surfing, SUPing, paragliding, snorkeling, and more. Here is our guide to the very best beaches in Taipei…(read more)Check out our guide to the best beaches near Taipei here.

Baishawan Beach 白沙灣

 

Baishawan is one of the nicest beaches in northern Taiwan. The sand is white, the water shallow (and warm in the summer), and it is relatively well kept and clean. Due to its proximity to Taipei, it sees lots of visitors especially from foreigners. Swimming, sunbathing, surfing, and kite surfing are all popular activities at this beach…(read more).

You can book a Private Laomei Green Reef Day Tour from Taipei on TripAdvisor here.You can check out our full guide to Baishawan here.

Heping Island 和平島

Heping Island Park is a geo-park and water park on Heping Island, just outside of downtown Keelung. Here you can find many interesting rock formations in the sedimentary rock along the seashore. There are also salt water swimming pools, amazing places to go diving, a playground, hiking trails, and historical sights. Some would say this island is the world’s best kept secret. It is definitely worth stopping here along Taiwan’s northern coast…read more.

 

 

 

Price:
80 NT per person
You can buy a discount entrance ticket to Heping Island Park on Klook here or KKday here.
You can also book a tour to Heping Island on TripAdvisor here, Klook here, or KKday here.

Check out our full guide to Heping Island Park here.

Fulong Beach 福隆海水浴場

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Fulong Beach is my favorite beach in Greater Taipei. It is easily accessible by public transportation (TRA Gongliao Station) and has beautiful golden sand, a large shallow swimming area, and tons of food options within walking distance. The paid part of the beach features sand sculptures and lifeguards, while the free part of the beach is less clean but there are no annoying lifeguards to whistle at you all the time, making it a foreigners paradise…(read more)There are many activities available here at Fulong Beach such as Windsurfing, SUP /paddle boarding, kayaking, canoeing, sailing, and more on Klook here or KKday here.
You can also book tickets to the international Sand Sculpture Art festival on Klook here or KKday here.

You can also book a Private Full Day Fulong International Sand Sculpture Tour on TripAdvisor here.

We also recommend Fullon Hotel which has locations in Tamsui and Fulong near the beach (book on Booking.com here, TripAdvisor here, Agoda here, or Hotels.com here).
We have also stayed at and recommend Hai Xia Your Home, which is right in front of Fulong Beach (book on Booking.com here, TripAdvisor here, Agoda here, or Hotels.com here).

Check out our full guide to Fulong Beach here.

Wai’ao Beach 外澳沙灘

 

Wai’ao Beach (aka Gangao Beach 港澳沙灘, or Wai’ao Ocean Recreation Area 外澳海水浴場) in Toucheng township of Yilan County is one of the most popular surfing destinations in Taiwan. It features a long flat sandy beach and constant waves. It is also a special beach in Taiwan because you have a constant view of another island in the distance, Turtle Island. It is definitely a great beach worth visiting…(read more)You can purchase tours and tickets for many activities in Yilan such as Surfing, Kayaking, Horse Riding, River Tracing, River Rafting, River Tubing, Pack Rafting, Water Biking, Snorkeling, Canoeing, and many others through Klook here or KKday here.

You can check out our full guide to Wai’ao Beach here.

Child-Friendly Museums in Taipei 兒童友善博物館

Taipei is full of some of the best museums in Taiwan. Besides the National Palace Museum, there are dozens of museums in Taipei that can provide you deeper insights into Taiwan’s unique history and culture…(read more)
Check out our full guide to Taipei’s Museums here.

National Taiwan Science Education Center 國立臺灣科學教育館

The National Taiwan Science Education Center in Shilin District of Taipei is the best place to learn science hands-on in Taipei. The center offers permanent exhibits on life sciences, natural sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, and earth sciences, alongside special exhibitions. There is also a glass bridge on the top floor, a bike trapeze ride, an earthquake simulator, and DIY activities. There are also a number of restaurants inside. Overall, it is a fun and educational journey for the whole family.

Taiwan Postal Museum 郵政博物館

Taiwan’s Postal Museum provides a unique history of Taiwan from the perspective of its postal service. It includes some of the first stamps ever made in the world, every stamp Taiwan has ever made, and a vast collection of stamps from most other countries in the world. In addition, it shows a history of postal services in Taiwan and throughout the world, as well as DIY activities. It is a fun and interesting visit for the whole family…(read more) 

Price:
30 NT per person.

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​Check out our full guide to Taiwan’s Postal Museum here. 

Popsmile Popcorn Tourist Factory 卡滋爆米花觀光工廠

Katz (or Kazi) Popsmile Popcorn Tourist Factory 卡滋爆米花觀光工廠 is the only tourist popcorn factory in Asia, and offers DIY tours in Bali District of New Taipei. Visitors are invited to try out many different popcorn flavors, make their own popcorn and DIY treats, and learn more about the history of popcorn making in Taiwan. Overall it is a fun adventure for the whole family…(read more)

Price:
250 NT per person
You can book tickets for a discount on Klook here or KKday here.
The entrance ticket includes a voucher to purchase popcorn.

Museum of World Religions 世界宗教博物館

The Museum of World Religions in Yonghe, New Taipei celebrates religious traditions and artifacts from all over the globe. It includes a permanent exhibit of world religions, as well as changing spiritual exhibits, which help to foster understanding among world cultures and religions. Overall, it is a fun and educational journey for the whole family…(read more)

Price:

300 NT per person.
You can buy tickets for a discount on Klook here or KKday here.  
Also, socks are required. If you do not have socks, you will need to buy some for some exhibits.

Farglory U Museum 遠雄建築館暨文化館

The Farglory U Museum, aka Farglory Architecture and Culture Museum, is an architecture museum in Xizhi, New Taipei. The museum gives a brief history of world architecture and also has play areas and reading areas for children. Overall, it is a worthwhile visit for the family while you are at IFG Mall…(read more)
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Price:
Free

​Check out our full guide to the Farglory U Museum here. 

Keelung Marine Science Museum (國立海洋科技博物館)

The main film in the Keelung Marine Science Museum (
國立海洋科技博物館) is weirdly a musical/visual tribute to the building’s past as a former power plant. I’m all for historical preservation, but this was just strange and overboard…(read more)
This is the only photo I have of the museum. Despite its name, there are actually no marine animals. Everything is either a model, photo, or interactive exhibit.

Price:
The price for admission is 200 NT. 
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You can book tickets for a discount on Klook here.

​Check out our full guide to the Keelung Marine Science Museum here. 

Shihsanhang Museum of Archaeology 十三行博物館

Shihsanhang Museum of Archaeology (aka the 13th Site Museum of Archaeology) is a museum in Bali District of New Taipei featuring archaeological exhibits on Taiwan’s history and prehistory, as well as international archaeological exhibitions. Here is one of the best places in Taiwan to see clearly what Taiwan was like in prehistoric times…(read more)

​Price:
80 NT per person
You can book tickets for a discount on KKday here.

​​Check out our full guide to Shihsanhang Museum of Archaeology here. 

National Taiwan Museum 國立台灣博物館

 

The National Taiwan Museum is the oldest and one of the best in the country and focuses on the natural, geological, and human history of Taiwan. Located in downtown Taipei, it is easily accessible, and you can spend an entire afternoon here. It is definitely worth a visit on your next trip to Taipei…(read more)

Price:
30 NT per person.
You can book for a discount on Klook here or a museum combo ticket on KKday here. 

Check out our full blog on the National Taiwan Museum here. ​

Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall 國立國父紀念館

 

If visiting the former dictator at CKS memorial hall is not your thing, you can still visit Taiwan’s National Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall (literally National Founding Father Memorial Hall) sits in the northern part of Xinyi District of Taipei, and includes a large open square and gardens. The inside of the memorial hall commemorates the life of the founding father of the Republic of China, Sun Yat-sen, who is revered on both sides of the Taiwan Strait. In addition, the memorial hall has a performance hall, free rotating art exhibitions, and changing of the guard every hour. It is definitely a sight worth seeing on your trip to Taipei…(read more)

​​You can also join the Classic Taipei Landmarks Day Tour on TripAdvisor here.

Check out our full guide to the Sun Yat-sen Memorial here.

Liberty Square (CKS Memorial Hall) 自由廣場 (中正紀念堂)

 

If you don’t want to spend all day at the National Palace Museum but still want to learn about Taiwan’s history, you should visit Liberty Square (AKA Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall). It is one of the most notable landmarks in Taipei, as well as a symbol and gathering place of freedom and democracy. featuring a large public square, Chiang Kai-Shek memorial, opera houses, and gardens. It is officially a monument to the Generalissimo and President of the Republic of China, Chiang Kai-shek. Its iconic scenery and architecture are a must-visit for anyone traveling in Taipei…(read more).

​You can also join the Classic Taipei Landmarks Day Tour on TripAdvisor here.

Check out our full guide to Liberty Square here.

 

Jinguashi Gold Mine Museum 金瓜石

 

Jinguashi is a small village in Ruifang District in New Taipei, famous for its now defunct mines. Here you can explore the Gold Mine Museum, touch a multi-million dollar gold ingot,  see golden waterfalls, go on some of the best hikes in Taiwan, check out the old mining town, see Japanese era historic sites, and explore abandoned mining sites…(read more)

Gold Mine Museum Price:
80 NT per person (Free for New Taipei Residents)
You can book discount tickets to the New Taipei Gold Mine Museum on Klook here or KKday here.
You can book a tour to Jinguashi on TripAdvisor here, Klook here or KKday here. 

Check out our full guide to Jinguashi here. ​

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Taiwan Coal Mine Museum 台灣煤礦博物館

 

The Taiwan Coal Mine Museum (aka New Pingxi Coal Mine Museum) is a former coal mine turned museum near Shifen Station on the Pingxi Railway line. Here you can ride in era coal carts and have an authentic experience of Taiwan coal mining life. The mine is the only one in Taiwan that still holds mining rights, and the only one with operating “one eyed monk” electric locomotives that you can actually ride…(read more) 

You can book a tour to the Taiwan Coal Mine Museum on KKday here. ​

​Check out our full guide to the Taiwan Coal Mine Museum here. 

Taipei Astronomical Museum 台北天文館

 

The Taipei Astronomical Museum is insightful, fun, and amazing. It has the biggest planetarium I have ever seen and up-to-date scientific information about the cosmos and new discoveries. It also contains a roller coaster ride and a theater. It is definitely worth a trip for the whole family…(read more)

Price:
40 NT per person
You can buy tickets on Klook here or KKday here. 

​Check out our full guide to the Taipei Astronomical Museum here. ​

Miniatures Museum of Taiwan 袖珍博物館

 

The Miniatures Museum of Taiwan was the first miniature museum in Asia, and with 200 items is the second largest miniature museum in the world. The collection includes Medieval architecture, Disney characters, doll houses, scenes from fairytales, and more. It is definitely worth a stop for miniature enthusiasts everywhere…(read more)​

Price:
Adults: 250 NT at the door, or 219 NT if booked on Klook or KKday. 
Children under 6: Free
You can book tickets on Klook here or KKday here.

​Check out our full guide to the Miniatures Museum of Taiwan here. ​

Taiwan Railway Museum 國立臺灣博物館鐵道部園區

 

The Taiwan Railway Museum (officially National Museum of Taiwan – Railway Department Park) is perhaps the best railway museum in Taiwan. It is built inside the old Railway Department of the Governor General of Taiwan and features multiple interactive exhibitions, thousands of artifacts, and a large miniature of Taipei’s railway. It is definitely worth a visit on your next trip to Taipei…(read more)

Price:
100 NT
You can book tickets for a discount on Klook here or KKday here.  
You can also book a museum combo ticket on KKday here. 

​Check out our full guide to the Taiwan Railway Museum here. ​

 

Xinbeitou Historic Station 新北投車站

Xinbeitou Historic Station (aka New Beitou Station 新北投車站) is an old train station originally built by the Japanese to bring tourists to the Beitou Hot Spring area. Now, it has been restored into a museum and gift shop for visitors to enjoy. It is definitely worth a stop on your next trip to Taipei…(read more)

Price: Free

Yingge Ceramics Museum 鶯歌陶瓷博物館

The Yingge Ceramics Museum (officially the New Taipei City Yingge Ceramics Museum 新北市立鶯歌陶瓷博物館) is a museum, DIY center, and art gallery for ceramics in Yingge District of New Taipei City. Here, you can learn about the history of brick and pottery making in Taiwan, make your own pottery, as well as enjoy amazing works of art from local artists…(read more)

Price:
Entrance ticket: 80 NT per person
Children’s pottery DIY: 200 NT per child (see above)

Taipei Sugar Factory 臺北製糖所

The Taipei Sugar Factory (aka Wanhua Sugar Factory Park, Tangbu Cultural Park 糖廍文化園區 or Taisugar Taipei Warehouse 臺糖臺北倉庫​) is a historical sugar refining Factory in Wanhua District of Taipei City. It was the only sugar refinery built north of Taoyuan during the Japanese rule. Now it has been converted into a museum and cultural center with DIY activities for kids and is a popular attraction in the area…(read more)  

Price: Free

Puppetry Art Center of Taipei 台北偶戲館

The Puppetry Art Center of Taipei is a museum celebrating the art of puppetry in Taiwan (台北偶戲館). The museum is located in Songshan District of Taipei and is accessible via Nanjing Sanmin MRT station. Usually, there are not many people visiting, and there are many interactive displays for children who can even make their own puppet show here…(read more) 

Price:
50 NT per person.
You can buy discount tickets on Klook here.

Songshan Cultural and Creative Park 松山文創園區

Songshan Cultural and Creative Park is a former tobacco plant in Taipei that has now been converted into a park, exhibition space, museum, and more. In this multifunctional park, you can enjoy the history of the old tobacco plant buildings, as well as ongoing exhibitions, art shows, restaurants, ​bookstores, and cafés. It is a great tourist stop in the heart of Taipei for both geeks and hipsters…(read more)

Price: Free to visit

Taipei Museum of Drinking Water 自來水博物館

The Taipei Museum of Drinking Water is both a children’s water park and a museum of tap water engineering dating back to the Japanese Era. It is definitely worth a visit on your next trip to Taipei…(read more)

Price:
Summertime (July – August): 80 NT
Non-summer time: 50 NT
Kids 12 and under: Free
You can buy discounted tickets to the Tap Water Museum and water park on Klook here. 

Lanyang Museum 蘭陽博物館

 

The Lanyang Museum focuses on Toucheng’s history and artifacts. If you want to learn about the history of Toucheng, this is the place to visit. It is also a beautiful building, designed in the shape of Cuestas, or slanted rocks that appear commonly along Toucheng’s coastline.
For more on this museum, check out our guide to Toucheng here.

You can book discount exhibition tickets to the museum on KKday here or book a tour through Klook here.Check out our full guide to the Lanyang Museum here.

 

 

Su’ao Crayon Factory 蜡藝蠟筆城堡

 

Su’ao’s Crayon Castle (officially Luck Arts Crayon Factory) is a crayon factory castle in Su’Ao township in Yilan County, that has been specifically designed as a DIY experience center for kids where they can make their own arts and crafts, as well as their own set of markers, and crayon in the shape of Taiwan! The DIY activities include making markers and crayons, face painting, painting porcelain, making chalk, and water coloring. Basically, it is a paradise for young children. (read more)You can buy tickets for a discount on Klook here.

Fun, Child-Friendly Parks Around Taipei 臺北兒童友善的公園

New Taipei Metropolitan Park 新北大都會公園

 

New Taipei Metropolitan Park in Sanchong and Luzhou Districts is my favorite city park in northern Taiwan. It features long green grass fields, lots of sidewalks and places to rest, as well as rivers and ponds. It’s a great place to ride a bike and exercise, and relax if you are in the area…(read more)Check out our full guide to New Taipei Metropolitan Park here.

Daan Forest Park 大安森林公園

Daan Forest Park (aka Da’an Forest Park) is the most busy park in Taipei City. Built over a former military dependents village, it was meant to resemble Central Park in New York, and is considered the “lungs of Taipei.” You can also find lots of green space, ponds, and wildlife here. It is a great place to relax and connect with nature in the middle of the big city…(read more)

Baiyun Park 白雲公園

Baiyun Park is one of the most fun places for kids in East Taipei. With nine slides in total, as well as Taiwan’s first circular swing set, a large sand pit, and a rock climbing area, this park has some of the best modern equipment around and simply beats out other parks in the area…(read more)

Nangang Park 南港公園

Nangang Park is one of the most pleasant parks in Taipei. It features two large natural ponds, a large grassy area, a large children’s play area, a jogging track, hiking trails, tennis courts, and much more. There are also amazing views of the nearby mountains, Taipei City, and the 101 tower. It is definitely worth a stop if you are in the area…(read more)

Neihu Sports Park 内湖運動公園

Neihu Sports Park is one of the best parks in Taipei. Besides a rock climbing wall, skate park, track, water splashing area, baseball fields, a large playground area, and plenty of grass, there is also a viewing platform directly in front of the Songshan Airport that lets you see airplanes land and take off from a close distance…(read more)

Lihe Eco Park 黎和生態公園

Lihe Eco Park is a small park built on a hill near Liuzhangli in Da’an District of Taipei. The park connects to Fushoushan Park and has swings, slides, hiking trails, and great views of the brown line MRT. It is definitely a spot worth visiting in Taipei…(read more)

Taipei Expo Park 台北花博公園

Taipei Expo Park is a huge area in northern Taipei that encompasses three separate parks: Yuanshan Park, Fine Arts Park, and Xinsheng Park. Near the Fine Arts Park, you can visit the Taipei Fine Arts Museum, Taipei Expo Dome, Lin Ai-tai Historic House, and the Yuanshan Villa (former Taipei Story House). Within Xinsheng Park, one can also find the Taipei Collectible Botanical Garden, Garden Maze, and the Taipei Rose Garden. It is a great place to spend an afternoon and a must-stop in Taipei…(read more)

Bianzhou Park 汴洲公園

Bianzhou Park is a large grassy park in Taoyuan District of Taoyuan City. Here you can enjoy three circular “pump track” bike paths, slides, walking paths, and more. You can also check out the nearby Hexian Temple…(read more) 

Shuizhiqiu Park 水之丘主題公園

Shuizhiqiu Park is a large park in Guanyin District of Taoyuan. Here you can enjoy a large slide tower with three slides, a maze, swings, and more. It is one of the best parks in northern Taiwan….(read more)

TaiMall Park 台茂公園

TaiMall Park is a fun playground and park in front of TaiMall in Luzhu District of Taoyuan, built in 2020. Here you can enjoy a large jungle gym area, climbing areas, slides, swings, a skating rink, basketball courts, and more. You can also check out the nearby TaiMall shopping area…(read more)

Bogonggang Park 伯公岡公園

Bogonggang Park is a fun, grassy park in Yangmei District of Taoyuan. Here you can enjoy a large covered performance area, playground equipment, and lots of bike paths, including paths that link up to and encircle nearby ponds. You can also check out the nearby Fugang Old Street…(read more)

Former Taipei Child Amusement Park 北市兒童育樂中心舊址

The Former Taipei Child Amusement Park is an abandoned relic left in central Taipei. Here you can find old buildings, derelict structures, and artifacts from the original Taipei Child Amusement Park’s former glory, some of which have been preserved and open for the public to visit…(read more)

Please note that this area should not be confused with the (new) Taipei Children’s Amusement Park in Shilin, which is in operation. Check out our full blog on that park here.

Shanshuilu Eco Park 山水綠生態公園

Shanshuilu Eco Park (aka Shanshui Green Eco Park) in Nangang District of Taipei is a large grassy park with one of the best views in Taipei City, built over a former landfill. Here you can find beautiful mountain scenery, a large playground, ziplines, a sand pit, a reading room, and lots of large grassy areas. It is one of the most popular parks in Taipei City…(read more)

Guanshan Riverside Park 觀山河濱公園

Guanshan Riverside Park is one of the best parks along the Keelung River in Taipei. Here you can find a bicycle practice loop, a zip line, trampolines, a sand pit, swings, a dog park, bike lanes, and large grassy areas. Also, the park is a great place for plane spotting as it sits right next to Songshan Airport. There is something here for everyone…(read more)

Shuifanjiao Park 水反腳公園

Shuifanjiao Park in Xizhi District of Taipei is a newly opened park that is a cut above the rest. It is one of the few parks in Taiwan with a splash fountain that goes off hourly. In addition, it has huge long slides that can accommodate a lot of kids. Overall, it is a fun place for your kids to enjoy…(read more)

Chaojing Park 潮境公園

Chaojing Park is a rocky area along Taiwan’s north coast in Keelung. It includes a seafood market, marine science museum, and a wide grassy area. There are also many interesting rock formations in the area. It is a popular location for its seafood, flying kites, hiking, and enjoying the ocean scenery…(read more)

Child-friendly Bicycling Routes

Caoling – Fulong Bicycle Loop 草嶺-福隆環狀線

The Fulong-Coaling-Sandiao Cape- bike route is one of the most biker friendly routes in Taiwan, the roughly 2 hour loop is something that the whole family can enjoy. It includes a 2KM ride through the Old Coaling Railroad Tunnel, as well as a ride along the Sandiao Cape coast on an enclosed bike path, where one can enjoy great views of the ocean, Turtle Island, wavy geological features on the coastline, and historical stone villages along the way. This bike route is highly recommended for people of all ages…(read more) 

Shuangwan Bicycle Path 雙灣自行車道

Shuangwan Bicycle Path follows a quiet stretch of beach in northern Taiwan. The entire path is flat and only takes about an hour to complete, with a total length of 8KM. However, at low tide, it is full of rocks. There is also a popular bike path that connects it to the sandy beaches of Baishawan and Qianshuiwan…(read more)​

Guandu Nature Park 關渡自然公園

Guandu Nature Park (關渡自然公園) is a large park a nature reserve in Beitou District of Taipei. The park was originally planned to be turned into a stadium but was saved by wildlife conservationists who were concerned about the birds and wetlands within the park. The area includes bike trails, bird-watching observatories, and walking trails. It is definitely worth a visit on your next trip to Taipei…(read more)

Here you can also enjoy Guandu Wharf and Guandu Temple.
Click on the links above for our full blogs on these three areas. 

Xinwu Green Tunnel 新屋綠色隧道

Xinwu Green Tunnel (aka Xinwu Green Corridor 新屋綠色走廊) is a popular cycling path along the west coast of Taoyuan through a belt of trees that resembles a green tunnel. Here you can enjoy the landscape, find roadside food options, and also understand more about the culture and history of the area. It is one of the most popular cycling destinations in northern Taiwan…(read more)

Shen’ao Railbike 深奧鐵道自行車

Shen Ao Railbike is a short bicycle ride on an old Railway line on the coast of Ruifang, New Taipei. Visitors are seated two people per bicycle car, which has a roof and great views of the ocean scenery nearby. Overall it is a fun adventure for the whole family…(read more)

Shilin Shuangxi Bikeway 雙溪河濱公園

Shuangxi Riverside Park and Bikeway in Shilin District of Taipei City is a great place to cycle and enjoy the riverside scenery. Other activities in the park include basketball, skating, badminton, and other sports. It also connects to Taipei  Children’s Amusement Park 兒童新樂園 Értóng xīn lèyuán). If you love to cycle, this is definitely a place you should stop to visit…(read more)

Rainbow Bridge Bicycle Path 彩虹橋自行車道

Bicycle paths along the Keelung River near the Rainbow Bridge are some of the most accessible and fun cycling places in Taipei. There is also a bike rental shop under the First MacArthur Bridge (麥帥一橋) nearby. You can also try to rent a Youbike from a nearby station. Here you can enjoy some of the best scenery in Taipei, the nearby Roahe Street Night Market, and see the planes take off and land from Songshan Airport…(read more)

Old Sandiaoling Tunnel 三貂嶺隧道

Dating back to the Japanese Era, the Old Sandiaoling Tunnel used to connect Sandiaoling to Mudan as part of the extension of the railway to the east coast of Taiwan. Now, the entrance is purposely flooded to create a mirror effect for Instagrammers. You need to make a reservation in advance online in order to be let in.

Chengmei Left Bank Riverside Park 成美左岸河濱公園

Chengmei Left Bank is one of the nicest areas along the Keelung River and provides an amazing view of the sunset and downtown Taipei. It is definitely worth a stop on your next trip to Nangang…(read more)

Extreme Sports Areas

Taipei Extreme Sports Training Center 臺北市極限運動訓練中心

Taipei’s Extreme Sports Training Center in Nangang is one of the best places in Taiwan to practice skateboarding, roller blading, BMX biking, etc. Here you can find Taiwan’s largest half pipe, quarter pipes, a pool, rails, ramps, a foam pit, and more. It is definitely worth a stop if you want to find a suitable place for extreme sports training…(read more) 

Skating at Taipei Arena 小巨蛋溜冰

Taipei Arena is one of the few places in Taiwan that offers both ice skating and roller skating indoors all year round. For many people in Taiwan who have never seen snow, this is a unique experience and opportunity. It is definitely worth a trip during your next visit to Taipei…(read more) 

CTBC Financial Park Ice Rink 中信園區溜冰場

CTBC Financial Park’s Ice Rink in Nangang District of Taipei is Taiwan’s only outdoor skating rink. It also includes a man-made snow play area for people who have never experienced snow. It’s the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season, and the best part is it’s free! (read more)

Other Nearby Amusement Parks

Miramar Mall Taipei 美麗華百樂園

The Miramar Mall in Dazhi, Zhongshan District of Taipei, is the largest shopping mall in northern Taiwan, with a distinctive giant Ferris wheel on top of it. Here you can shop, eat at restaurants, enjoy a movie, and much more. It is definitely worth a stop on your next trip to Taipei…(read more)   

Yilan Children’s Festival 童玩節

Yilan International Children’s Folklore and Folkgame Festival is one of the largest children’s festivals in Taiwan, occurring every year during summer break along the Dongshan River in Yilan. It features a large outdoor waterpark as well as musical performances, exhibitions, games, and cultural events. It has become a yearly tradition for many families in northern Taiwan….(read more)

Price:
350 NT on weekends and 250 NT on weekdays
50 NT parking fee for cars
20 NT parking fee for scooters
You can book tickets for a discount on Klook here.

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​Leo Foo Village 六福村

 

Another popular theme park in the area is Leo Foo Village. You can tell the place is a rip-off of Disneyland. Because Disney has not built a park in Taiwan, it’s the next best thing we have. 

​You can book discounted tickets to Leo Foo Village on KKday here or Klook here. ​

Window on China 小人國

 

Another popular theme park in the area is Window on China (in Chinese it’s just little people world), you can tell they were not thinking about foreign visitors when they thought of the name. Here are a bunch of miniatures of Taiwan and the world, a water park, and roller coasters. 

​You can book discounted tickets to Window on China on Klook here. ​

Places we missed:

• Miramar Ferris Wheel
• Ju Ming Museum
• Futian Leisure Farm
• Chiang Kai-shek Shilin Residence
• Chi Po-lin Museaum
• Beitou Museum
• Tsao Wonderland
• Austin Land
• Museum of World Religions
• Formosan Aboriginies Museum
• ASE Parent-child Park
• teamLab Future Park
• Yukids Island
• VR Experience
• Jurassic Snow Park
• Zhonghe High5 Amusement Park
• Yingge Old Street

…and many more attractions on Tripadvisor here, Klook here or KKday here.

Activities we missed:

• Indoor Skiing
• Rock Climbing
• Wakeboarding
• Surfing
• Speedboat Surfing
• SUP / Paddle Boarding
• Snorkeling Kayaking
• Canoeing
• Water Biking
• River Tracing / Canyoneering
• ATVing
• Horse Riding
• Cooking Class
• Archery
• Ice Skating
• Roller Skating
• Urban Camping
• Glamping
• Escape Room
• Shen’ao Rail Bike
• Paintball
• Laser Gun Experience
• Batting Cages
• Bowling
• Flight Simulation Experience
• Taipei Tram Driving Experience
• Rail Simulation Experience
• Taipei 101 Observation Deck activity
• Strawberry Picking

…and more on Tripadvisor here, Klook here, or KKday here.

• Be sure to check out our full guide to Taipei here.
• Check out our full guide to Taiwan’s Northern Coast here.
• Check out our Taipei Night Market guide here.
• Check out our Taipei Museum Guide here.
• Check out our guide to Taipei’s Waterfalls here.
• Check out our Taipei hiking and trails guide here.
• Check out our guide to the best beaches near Taipei here.
• Check out our guide to the best day trips from Taipei here.
• Check out our guide to Taipei’s Old Streets here.
• Check out our list of the best views of Taipei here.
• Check out our guide to Beitou Hot Springs here.
• Check out our guide to Yangmingshan National Park here.
• Check out our guide to Tamsui here.
• Check out our one day guide to Taipei here.
• Check out our guide to Pingxi here.

You can also check out our full travel guide to Taiwan here.

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