Watch the 101 fireworks without the crowds – Secret viewing spots revealed

By / MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Network Editorial Team
 
As the year comes to an end, it’s time to prepare for the spectacular New Year’s Eve fireworks show at Taipei 101. Want to enjoy the fireworks but avoid the city crowds? Consider heading out with friends to nearby hiking trails or riverside spots. Here we’ve compiled 22 hiking trails and 7 riverside spots that offer the best views of the fireworks for your reference, so you can welcome 2016 with the most amazing vistas possible.

For hiking trails, the top fireworks viewing spots are close to Taipei 101 — Xiangshan and Li Shan Trails. In addition to well-developed trail facilities and naturally superior vantage points, in 2015 a “fireworks viewing platform” was built, offering a 270-degree panoramic view extremely close to Taipei 101. There are 14 viewing spots in total, giving visitors various angles and heights to choose from, so you don’t have to fight the crowds or worry about being too close to see the full fireworks display.

Alternatively, to avoid the crowds, you can plan a half-day trip to Muzha in Wenshan District to experience a laid-back New Year’s Eve fireworks outing. First, take the romantic Muzha Cable Car up the mountain, away from the hustle and bustle, and breathe in the fresh air of Muzha. After enjoying some tea and a meal, head to the 4 prime locations recommended by the Department of Civil Affairs to watch the fireworks. Stroll through cherry blossom-lined paths on both sides of the trail, take in the sweeping night scenery and enchanting fireworks, and experience a vibe totally different from the city center.