Korean Tourists in Taiwan Flock to Top 10 Instagrammable Hidden Spots

By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team     Photos Provided by New Taipei City Government

Local governments across Taiwan are actively developing tourism. In recent years, as the number of mainland Chinese visitors has sharply declined, the number of Korean tourists coming to Taiwan has been steadily increasing. To attract more Korean visitors, the New Taipei City Government is actively promoting local specialties and travel itineraries, and according to Korean preferences and official recommendations, has carefully planned a 1-day tour itinerary featuring 10 Instagrammable hidden spots. It recommends picturesque photo spots for Korean tourists to capture stunning scenic shots, allowing them to explore New Taipei City in depth, stroll through and discover hidden gems, and experience an unexpectedly beautiful side of the city on every trip.

Top 10 Instagrammable Hidden Spots Route

1. Wellness Hidden Spot ~ “Houtong & Shuangxi” Cat-Cuddling and Forest Breathing Day Trip
2. Fall in Love with Taiwanese Tea ~ “Shiding & Pinglin” Tea Country Hands-On Experience Day Trip
3. Indigenous Culture Experience “Bitan & Wulai” Tranquil Hot Spring Soak
4. Handcrafted Creativity “Sanxia & Yingge” Indigo Dyeing and Ceramic DIY
5. Romantic Riverside “Tamsui” Sunset at the Little White House
6. “Jinshan & Wanli” Crab Feast and Hot Springs with Nonstop Juming Art Museum Photo Ops
7. Waterfall Viewing and Sky Lantern Release “Pingxi & Shifen” Chasing Movie Locations
8. Nostalgic Mountain Town “Ruifang & Jinguashi” Listening to the Gold Mining Stories
9. Glitzy Nightlife City “Banqiao” Sightseeing and Shopping
10. Enchanting Northeast Coast “Gongliao” Stunning Mountain and Sea Romance

In recent years, there has been vibrant tourist exchange between Taiwan and Korea. The number of Korean tourists visiting Taiwan has seen an annual growth rate exceeding 20% for four consecutive years, with nine out of ten Korean visitors taking photos and checking in around Taipei and New Taipei. Their travel mostly focuses on northern Taiwan. Additionally, aside from the steady growth of Korean tourists, the number of Southeast Asian visitors to Taiwan has also seen astonishing increases, making Taiwan one of the region’s popular tourist destinations in Asia.