A Light Bicycle Trip – Enjoy the Ferris Wheel Scenery Under the Trees

By / MOOK Scenic Spots Home Travel Life Network Editorial Team
 

On a hot summer day, why not take a holiday trip to Shuangxi Riverside Park? Ride a bike or take a stroll in the cool breeze under the dense tree shade; it’s just a 15-minute walk from Shilin Metro Station.

The Shuangxi Living Waterfront Bicycle Path was recently voted one of the top ten most beautiful riverside bicycle paths in Taipei and New Taipei. Along the path, the green grass is lush, and during midsummer, the golden trumpet flowers of the soft-stemmed allamanda bloom vibrantly, exuding vitality. Both the left and right banks of Shuangxi are lined with tree-shaded sections, so many cyclists call it the “green tunnel.” Cycling here, you’re accompanied by the stream, with a gentle breeze, slowing your pedaling rhythm to enjoy the cool filtered through the trees—perfect for beating the heat. Plus, you can spot water birds like night herons and little egrets flying leisurely or perching along the riverbanks. Cycling under the “green tunnel,” the cool filtered light creates a refreshing escape from the summer heat.

Nearby attractions include the Children’s Amusement Park, Taipei Astronomical Museum, Zhishan Rock, Shilin Official Residence Park, Zhishan Park, and the National Palace Museum. When hunger strikes, head to Shilin Night Market for a feast. Finally, take the metro home with ease. Connecting nature, scenery, culture, and leisure, it’s perfect for a one-day trip on the weekend to experience the riverside leisure vibe that Shuangxi offers.