Top 10 Hidden Gems Loved by Travelers Across Taiwan

Text by MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Team
 
Whenever the travel season kicks in, many people start planning trips abroad. But in fact, Taiwan is also home to world-class natural wonders, waiting for more people to experience them firsthand. Our editors have compiled a list of Taiwan’s top 10 popular tourist spots—take advantage of your holidays to explore all over Taiwan and preserve these beautiful sceneries in your travel memories forever.
 
1. Yilan County – Happiness Transfer Station

The “Yilan Happiness Transfer Station,” a collaboration between Yilan County Government and the Jimmy Liao team, opened on May 24. The park is themed around Jimmy Liao’s picture books, with outdoor installations including an elephant slide and a giraffe observation deck. Indoors, there’s an adorable black dog ball pit and cool VR virtual reality experiences that immerse you in the world of Jimmy Liao’s stories.
 
2. New Taipei City – Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf

Famous for its moving sunsets and night scenes, Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf offers the perfect place to relax, with the romantic sight of the Lover’s Bridge reflecting on the Tamsui River, complemented by the refreshing sea breeze.
 
3. New Taipei City – Bu Yan Ting (No Boredom Pavilion)

Located at the highest point along Provincial Highway 102 in New Taipei City, where Shuangxi and Jiufen meet, “Bu Yan Ting” not only offers distant views of Ruifang but also showcases the deep blue seascape. It’s hailed as one of the most beautiful highway views in Taiwan.
 
4. Taichung City – Gaomei Wetlands

Located on the southern side of the mouth of the Dajia River in Qingshui, the vast Gaomei Wetlands span 1,500 hectares. At sunset, the wetland waters resemble a giant mirror, connecting the sky and earth in a stunning display.