No regrets hitting the beach this summer!

▲ Beishawan Beach in the north topped the list as the most talked-about beach. (Photo / Screenshot fromNorth Coast & Guanyinshan National Scenic Area Tourism Information Website)

Tourism Center / Comprehensive Report

Summer is all about heading to the beach. Soak in the cool seawater, watch the waves crash along the shore, and feel your heart being healed.DailyView Network Thermometerused the "KEYPO Big Data Key Engine" to identify the "Top 10 Beaches in Taiwan" most popular among netizens. Beach lovers, don’t worry—you won’t hit any duds!

The survey found that people in the north flock to Beishawan, those in central Taiwan head to Da’an, and southerners love Kenting—this is the current beach-going trend. Kinmen’s Xibian Beach also made the list, while eastern Taiwan, with its mostly rocky shores, is less suitable for swimming. No matter where you go, always remember sun protection and safety when enjoying the beach!

1. Beishawan Beach
The most popular beach in the north is Beishawan, known for its soft white sand, clear water, and convenient location. Even if it doesn’t have the resort vibe of Kenting—with its many good-looking guys and girls—it’s still a feast for the eyes.

2. Kenting Beach
From north to south, there’s Nanwan, Dawan, and Xiaowan, all close to Kenting Street. The 1,000-meter-long Dawan is Kenting Beach, ranking second in online buzz.

▲ This year’s Ocean Music Festival will kick off on July 28, drawing huge crowds every year. (File photo / Screenshot fromNew Taipei City Tourism Website)

3. Fulong Beach
Fulong is famous for its sand sculptures, boxed lunches, and music festival—the golden trio that makes it so popular. Here you can see both inland and ocean landscapes, enjoy activities like kayaking and parasailing, and look forward to the annual Ocean Music Festival on July 28.

▲ Daan Beach in Taichung. (Photo / Screenshot fromTaichung Tourism Website)

4. Daan Beach
The only beach in central Taiwan to make the list, Daan covers 30 hectares and has cabins and barbecue areas. However, transportation is a bit inconvenient—you can take a shuttle bus. It also hosts the Daan Sand Sculpture Music Festival.

5. Cijin Beach
Famous for its black sand, Cijin Beach offers stunning sunsets and delicious local eats. You can cycle along its several-kilometer shoreline. The Cijin Black Sand Arts Festival and sand sculpture exhibits are summer-only events.

6. Xingu Beach
Originally leased by the National Youth Commission’s Jinshan Youth Activity Center, Xingu Beach offered not just swimming but also hot springs and a gym. It was closed for various reasons until the government took over last year, turning it into a free public beach.

7. Wanli Beach
Close to Yehliu Geopark and near Jade Bay, Wanli Beach features a new “Iron Man” water attraction. If you’re not into salty seawater, there’s also a freshwater pool nearby—or you can head to Wanli for popular paragliding.

▲The afterglow of the setting sun at Xiziwan. (Photo / Reposted fromXiziwan’s official fan page)

8. Xiziwan Beach
Xiziwan is not only famous for its beautiful sunsets—the beach, which is surprisingly accessible via metro and located within National Sun Yat-sen University, is immensely popular.

9. Xibian Beach
Located in Kinmen, Xibian Beach was previously closed due to military restrictions. It wasn’t until years later that it became the first beach in the area to reopen. With its crescent-shaped sands and stunning scenery, along with well-preserved natural ecology, it rivals any beach on Taiwan’s main island.

▲Kenting Nanwan Beach. (Photo / Provided by Kenting National Park)

10. Nanwan Beach
Kenting is synonymous with sandy beaches, bright sunshine, and bikinis. Nanwan’s white sands and 600-meter shoreline offer a wide range of water activities, perfectly capturing the essence of summer. However, drowning incidents occur every year, so always prioritize safety while swimming.