Discover Taiwan's Most Stunning Skywalks: Embrace Breathtaking Views

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Taiwan is home to many distinctive skywalks across the island—some are located high up in the mountains, while others are built with transparent glass, not only allowing you to look down at the scenery below but also adding a thrilling and fun experience. Some are designed as wooden boardwalks, offering a refreshing hiking vibe that’s peaceful and comfortable.

In this issue, we’ll introduce you to some of Taiwan’s most stunning must-visit skywalks. Even if you’re afraid of heights like our editor, you’ve got to give them a try!

Taipei? A scenic spot perfect for couples with amazing views

Address:Lane 40, Section 3, Zhinan Road, Wenshan District, Taipei City

The Maokong Little Skywalk opened in 2014 and is located in Wenshan District, Taipei City. Here you can enjoy tea plantation views and take in extremely expansive scenery, with distant sights of Taipei 101 and other city landmarks.

The “Maokong Little Skywalk” features a unique circular sky platform, as well as a Japanese-style “Eternal Bond Pavilion,” a heart-shaped “Heart Lake,” and the “Moon God Tree”—making it an ideal destination for couples. Best of all, from March to April each year, you can admire the beautiful lupine flowers covering the mountains, an absolutely eye-catching sight!

(Source: Taipei City Government Public Works Bureau)

Taoyuan? Enjoy a 360-degree view of mountain and forest beauty

Address:No. 42, Yisheng Village, Fuxing District, Taoyuan City
Opening Hours:08:00–12:00; 13:00–17:00
Admission:NT$50 for adults, NT$30 for children, NT$40 for groups (40 or more people)

The Little Wulai Skywalk is located next to the Wind-moving Rock in the Little Wulai Scenic Area of Taoyuan’s Fuxing Township. Made primarily of white steel and tempered glass, it sits 70 meters above the Little Wulai Waterfall, with the bridge stretching about 11 meters in length.

On the skywalk, you can admire the rushing waterfall cascading down, surrounded by mountains and water—an incredibly immersive feeling. Through the transparent glass surface, you can gaze out over the canyon and the layered green peaks, truly offering a 360-degree unobstructed view!

Friendly Reminder:The skywalk will soon begin maintenance and will be temporarily closed from September 18 to October 31. However, the rest of the Little Wulai Scenic Area remains open as usual!

Transportation:

Take the TRA to Taoyuan Station or Zhongli Station, transfer to a Taoyuan Bus bound for Daxi, get off at Daxi Station, then transfer to a Taoyuan Bus bound for Little Wulai and get off at Little Wulai Station.

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Nantou? The Smiling Stairway That Looks Different Day and Night

Address:No. 300, Houtanjing Street, Fushan Li, Nantou City
Opening Hours:08:30~20:00
Admission:Adults: NT$50, Concessions: NT$30, Special discounts: NT$10

The Monkey Gazing Well Sky Bridge in Fushan Village, Nantou, also known as the "Smiling Stairway to Heaven," spans between Changhua and Nantou, stretching 204 meters in total. It boasts unparalleled views that differ beautifully at any time of day—whether during the daytime, at dusk and sunset, or at night. At night, you can admire the city lights, and LED lights on the bridge create a breathtaking sight!

Pro tip from us: To capture the entire "Sky Bridge" in your photo, head toward the pathway on the left after crossing the bridge and step back a bit to get the perfect shot!

Transportation:

Take National Freeway 3 to Zhongxing Interchange, head toward Nantou City, then follow Provincial Highway 3 to the intersection of Nangang 2nd Road and Minzu Road (near the Nantou County Fire Department). Turn left and proceed toward the Houtingjing Recreational Area to reach the destination.

Nantou — Designed with the Grand Canyon Skywalk in the U.S. as inspiration

Address:No. 28, Longlin Lane, Zhongliao Township, Nantou County
Admission:Adults: NT$100, Concessions: NT$70, Special discounts: NT$10
Opening Hours:Weekdays: 09:00–15:30, Holidays: 08:00–15:30 (Ticket sales until 14:00, closed on Tuesdays)

The Dragon and Phoenix Waterfall Skywalk, located in Nantou, hangs 50 meters above the waterfall. Opened in 2015 and inspired by the Grand Canyon Skywalk in the U.S., it features a transparent, suspension-free “U”-shaped walkway about 50 meters above the ground. From here, you can gaze out over Bagua Mountain and peer down into the turbulent waters of the Pingxi River valley — definitely worth a visit!

Transportation:

1. Take the bus route “Nantou–Neicheng” from Changhua Bus Nantou Station (No. 21, Sanhe 2nd Rd., Nantou) and get off at Shuangwen Village (Shuangwen Elementary School), then walk 100 meters to the Dragon and Phoenix Waterfall Aerial Walkway shuttle stop.

2. Take National Freeway 3 to Nantou Interchange (heading toward Zhongliao), cross Zuci Bridge, then get on Provincial Highway 14B. Turn left at the 7-11 convenience store in front of Jun Gong Bridge, take County Road 22, pass through Yonghe Village, Yongfang Village, and Longyan Village to reach the Dragon and Phoenix Waterfall Aerial Walkway shuttle stop.

Changhua — Taiwan’s longest skywalk

Known as “Taiwan’s longest skywalk,” this white, winding structure sits atop Bagua Mountain in Changhua. The Changhua County Government ingeniously designed the skywalk using a lightweight steel frame with a fence-style linear form, connecting attractions such as the Giant Buddha, Ecological Pond, Baseball Stadium, Martyrs’ Shrine, Changhua Arts High School, and Changhua Living Aesthetics Museum.

It expands the sightseeing area of both the Bagua Mountain Giant Buddha Scenic Area and the ecological park. With a total length of about 1,005 meters and seven entry and exit points along the way, it takes roughly 15 minutes to walk, offering visitors a chance to leisurely enjoy the beautiful Changhua scenery and forested surroundings — perfect for a weekend outdoor excursion!

Address:No. 8-1, Guashan Road, Changhua City, Changhua County

Transportation:

Take National Freeway 1 to Changhua Interchange, then follow Zhonghua West Road, Central Road, Provincial Highway 1, Wenquan Road, Yi Mo Bao Tai Peace Memorial Park to reach the Bagua Mountain Skywalk.

Chiayi — A modern walkway crafted by a renowned Taiwanese designer

Address:Hebi Road, Beigang Town, Yunlin County

Don’t say Chiayi is boring anymore—the Fuxing Iron Bridge Skywalk in Chiayi is definitely a must-see attraction. It was created by transforming an abandoned old Taiwan Sugar Railway track and was designed by renowned architect Liao Weili, resulting in this ultra-modern and stylish skywalk.

Passing through the Beigang district, flood prevention roads, Yimin Road, Wenhua Road, and Datong Road, its simple yet elegant design is truly eye-catching—be sure to check it out if you have the chance!

Transportation:

1. Train/Bus: Douliu Railway Station → Transfer to Fuxing/Local train bound for Chaozhou → Get off at Minxiong Railway Station → Transfer to Chiayi Bus bound for Beigang Station → Get off at Beigang Station → Walk about five minutes to reach the Beigang Daughter’s Bridge

2. National Freeway No. 1: Exit at Huwei Interchange → Section 2 of LinSen Road → Sharp left onto Zhongnan Road → Left onto Tuku Road → Right onto Riverbank Road → Riverbank Road (Huwei–Beigang) → Follow signs to reach the Beigang Daughter’s Bridge.

Chiayi? A Skywalk Where You Can Admire Alpine Plants

Address:Within Alishan Forest Recreation Area

The Alishan Zhaoping Park Skywalk is 176.7 meters long and 14 meters high, offering views of various alpine plants in the mountain forests.

Such as mountain cherry blossoms, Oshima cherries, Mori’s azaleas, wisteria, Western apples, Weeping crabapples, shiny leaf pearlbush, hydrangeas, broom shrubs, and daylilies. The majestic mountain forests and floral seas take on different appearances throughout the seasons, and when occasionally shrouded in Alishan’s mist, it becomes quite dreamlike!

Kaohsiung? A Historic Skywalk Documenting Industrial Change

Address:No. 2808, Nanxing Road, Xiaogang District, Kaohsiung City
Opening Hours:3:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Closed on Wednesdays); 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM on Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays

The “Kaohsiung Hongmaogang Cultural Park Skywalk” was formerly a coal conveyor belt for Taipower’s Dalin Thermal Power Plant. After being converted into a skywalk, it retained the symbolism of industrial transformation. Once it no longer transported coal, it was fitted with a white shell that complements the blue sky, creating a truly beautiful sight.

Transportation:

Exit from the end of the National Freeway Zhongshan Expressway, turn left onto Zhongshan 4th Road → Pass by Kaohsiung International Airport → Turn right onto Yanhai 1st Road → Yanhai 2nd Road → Turn right onto Zhonglin Road → Turn right onto Nanxing Road → Before the intersection at the 6th Container Center Control Station, turn left and go straight toward the Hongmaogang Cultural Park sign.

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Pingtung? An Exquisite Suspension Bridge Blending Indigenous Culture

Address:No. 104, Scenic Spot 104, Beiyeh Village, Majia Township, Pingtung County (Within Taiwan Indigenous Peoples Cultural Park)
Ticket Price:NT$50, advance online reservation required

Located in Pingtung, the “Shanchuan Liuli Suspension Bridge” connects Sandimen Township’s Sandi Village with Majia Township’s Beiyeh Village. It is approximately 262 meters long and 45 meters high, making it the longest hammock-style suspension bridge in Taiwan!

As it is situated in Pingtung, the bridge also incorporates local indigenous culture. The symbolic patterns resemble exquisite artworks from indigenous villages. Walking across it, you can enjoy a slight swaying sensation and the soothing view of the distant mountains and forests.

Entry is allowed from both ends, but once on the bridge, you may not turn back.

Transportation:

After taking National Highway No. 3 southbound (or northbound) and exiting at Changzhi Interchange, turn left (or right) to connect to Provincial Highway No. 24. Follow the signs through Fanhua and Zhenxing, until the intersection (approximately 19k+500m) where Provincial Highway No. 24 meets County Road No. 185 at the traffic light. Then follow the signs:

■ Turn left onto the Flood Control Road, park your vehicle properly, then transfer to the shuttle bus.

■ Turn right onto County Road No. 185 toward Neipu Shuimen Village’s Zhongxiao Road. Go to the traffic light in front of the entrance of Neipu Agricultural and Industrial School, turn left into the free roadside parking spaces in front of the school gate, then transfer to the shuttle bus.

■ After turning right onto County Road No. 185 (Zhongxiao Road), continue straight past the intersection of Zhongxiao Road and Zhongshan Road (there is a 7-11 store at this intersection). Park your vehicle in the parking spaces along Zhongxiao Road, or drive straight to the Taiwan Indigenous Peoples Cultural Development Center.

■ If the above parking spaces are full, please comply with the traffic control measures to park your vehicle and take the shuttle bus.

■ Tour buses should drop off passengers at the Neinong Side Gate Station for them to transfer to the shuttle bus. The buses should then park at the Daru View Main Park parking lot. After the visit, tourists will take the shuttle bus back to the Neinong Side Gate Station, and the tour bus will return to pick them up.

In fact, there are many beautiful places all over Taiwan worth exploring. Even though the sun has been scorching hot lately, photos taken in the sunlight always come out the most stunning. Why not take a spontaneous weekend trip and enjoy it freestyle!

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