Family Activities New Taipei & Keelung
- hummblylife
- Jul 22
- 20 min read
🚗 While public transportation in Taiwan is good and affordable, we were really thankful to be able to rent, and eventually own a car (especially during COVID times) so we could explore beyond Taipei's buzz! We've gathered some of our family's favorite adventures in New Taipei and Keelung, some of these can still be accessible via MRT/Trains/Buses but in our experience, it's best to drive to these locations if you are with little ones.
We hope this guide, will be helpful in planning memorable day trips with your family.
Emoji Signage Guide
To help you navigate this post easily, we’ve used emojis as visual signs, like in a map or guidebook! Here’s what they mean:
☔️ Suitable For Rainy Days
🚗 Probably need a car/taxi/Uber to get there
📝 Book ahead online to skip the lines and avoid disappointment!
🔻 Most suitable for younger kids (0-7yo)
🔺 Most suitable for Older kids (6+)
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Important note:
🧡👩🏻💻 This blog post is packed with details and tips, so while it is mobile friendly, we highly recommend navigating it using a laptop/computer!
🕰️ Prices and operating hours can occasionally change, especially especially during holidays. It's always a good idea to quickly check their official websites closer to your visit date for the most precise, up-to-the-minute information.
New Taipei + Keelung
New Taipei City is quite vast and diverse, completely encircling Taipei City. To map out family friendly activities, it's best to group districts by their general geographical location.
(1) Northwestern Coastal Charm
Districts: Bali (八里), Tamsui (淡水), Sanzhi (三芝), Shimen (石門), Jinshan (金山)
Tamsui: ☔️ Fort San Domingo, Tamsui Old Street, Tamsui Ferryboat near Tamsui MRT
Tamsui is a fantastic family-friendly destination, combining history, food, and culture. Allow enough time (full day or half day) to enjoy a relaxed outing with great family photo ops, riverside breeze, and plenty of treats and space for the kids to play.
Historic site to learn Taiwan's history: Fort San Domingo in Tamsui was originally built by the Spanish in 1629, later taken over by the Dutch, Qing Dynasty, and then used as the British Consulate. Its strategic location by the river made it a key colonial and diplomatic outpost for centuries.
🚊 By Public Transportation：
THSR Taipei Station (or TRA Taipei Station) → Taipei MRT Tamsui Station → take the Zhinan/Tamsui Bus to Fort San Domingo (Aletheia University) stop.
⏰ Weekdays 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM | Weekends 9:30 - 6:00 PM
Closed: The first Monday of each month, Chinese New Year's Eve and Chinese New Year's Day (as well as other particular days announced separately.)
Ticket: NT$80 for adults; free for children under 12. Admission includes Fort San Domingo, the British Consulate, and the nearby White House (Little White House).
Tips:
Best to visit on weekdays (Tues–Thurs) for fewer crowds and full access to the grounds.
Great for kids: wide open lawns to run around, old cannons to observe, and family-friendly historical exhibits.
After Museum visit, we recommend to walk by the coast on the way to: 📍 Tamsui Old Street
If you are looking for a restaurant with great views of the sunset, check out: 📍 Water Front Restaurant
Local snacks to try:
A-gei (stuffed tofu), fish balls, grilled squid, peanut ice cream wraps.
Tips
Location: Right outside MRT Tamsui Station — very convenient.
Best time to visit: Consider doing the coastal walk around sunset: the whole family can enjoy watching the Street performers, kids can play in the open space with the beautiful red-skies.
Plan 1–2 hours here to avoid feeling rushed.
Avoid weekends if possible, can get very crowded.
Another suggestion is to combine half day in Tamsui, and half day at Bali (Left bank):
From 🛥️📍 Tamsui Ferry Pier - Take the ferry across the river from Tamsui, and in just six minutes you will arrive at Bali Left Bank. You can do Bali - ferry - Tamsui or viceversa Tamsui - ferry Bali.
🚗 If you are driving, you can choose from the options below
a. go by car,
b. do roundtrips in the ferry to go back to where you parked the car
c. (You want to experience the ferryboat journey but don't want to cross to Bali? You can also go to Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf !
Tamsui to Bali ferry
Operating hours | 07:00 – 20:00 on weekdays 07:00 – 21:00 on weekends |
Ferry trip Duration | 7 to 10 mins |
Frequency | 10 – 15 mins on weekdays 3 – 5 mins on weekends |
Cost in NTD | Adult: 23 single / 45 return Child: 12 single / 24 return |
Tamsui to Fisherman’s Wharf ferry
Operating hours | 11:00 – 20:00 on weekdays 11:00 – 21:00 on weekends |
Ferry trip Duration | 12 to 15 mins |
Frequency | 20 – 30 mins on weekdays 10 – 15 mins on weekends |
Cost in NTD | Adult: 60 single Child: 30 single |
Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf & ☔️ The Republic of Building Blocks Tamsui
Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf (淡水漁人碼頭) is a lively and picturesque port area located at the mouth of the Tamsui River. It has undergone significant development over the years, transforming from a traditional fishing port into a popular destination.
The wharf is renowned for its iconic Lover's Bridge (情人橋), a beautiful white arch bridge that illuminates with changing colors at night, creating a truly romantic atmosphere. Beyond the bridge, you'll find a long pier lined with various seafood restaurants, cafes, and snack stalls offering fresh catches and local treats.
There are open spaces, a pleasant promenade for strolling, and a ferry pier connecting it to Tamsui Old Street and Bali. While it can get busy, the overall vibe is relaxed and leisurely, allowing families to set their own pace and enjoy the views.
📍 Tamsui Fisherman's wharf is especially beautiful at dusk.
Free LEGO-Themed Museum for Kids in Tamsui
📍 The Republic of Blocks 積木共和國
Tamsui Heritage Museum's LEGO-Themed Exhibit Located on the 3rd floor of Lih Pao Fisherman’s Wharf Plaza in Tamsui, this hidden gem is a perfect spot for kids who love building and hands-on play. Curated by the New Taipei City Tamsui Heritage Museum, the exhibition features a fun LEGO-themed space with a mix of display areas and interactive DIY zones where kids can build, transport, and play freely with blocks.
🕒 Opening Hours:
Weekdays: 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Weekends: 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
❌ Closed:
First Monday of each month (open if it's a public holiday, closed the next day)
Lunar New Year’s Eve and Day 1
Government-declared natural disaster days
🎟️ Admission: Free for all visitors
Perfect activity to combine with other Tamsui attractions!
🚗 Bali Left Bank Park & 📝 ☔️ PopSmile Popcorn Tourism Factory Bali
Bali Left Bank Riverside Park is a spacious promenade great for biking, strolling, and riverside picnics. You can rent bikes or family-sized 4-wheel pedal cars easily.
The 📍Bali Children’s Playground is super fun, and if you bring a picnic mat you could easily spend half or full day. Actually this district has many great parks with kids' playgrounds, if your children are little (below 6yo), we also recommend checking the Green Forest Castle Adventure Park.
🍿 PopSmile Popcorn Tourism Factory : we went to this Museum/DIY Activity when kids were younger and had a really good time. We recommended to make a booking in advance.
Tip: Bali is ideal for combining with a half-day Tamsui itinerary. Consider starting in Tamsui and taking the ferry across to Bali in the afternoon, finishing with sunset views by the river.
But if you would rather explore each of these districts (Tamsui - Bali) at a slower space on different occasions, is also a good call as there's plenty you can do on both sides of the river!
You can consider adding a visit to the 📍 Shihsanhang Museum to your Bali Left Bank itinerary.
🚗 Qianshuiwan Seaside Park and Baishawan Beach Sanzhi and Shimen
At the North-western side of New Taipei, there are two family friendly beaches worth mentioning:
One of them is 📍Qianshuiwan, which has many coffee shops and restaurant options that have great sea views. Make your way towards 📍 Zhilan Park for a nice stroll by the sea.
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The second one is 📍Baishawan in Shimen District, and this is our favorite for swimming and playing in the sand. Especially when the tides are low!
Coin-operated showers are available near the Visitor Center.
If you think one day is not enough, you could consider staying a night or two at 📍Chill Chill House it's right by the beach and have really nice rooms.
Planning to stay for dinner at Baishawan beach? Make sure to look for a restaurant before 8pm, and earlier if it's a weekday because many if not most of the shops close quite early! This Fish and Chips place is really nice: Dazzler's Fish & Chips.
🚗 Dear Deer Ranch and Ju Ming Museum Shimen
📍Dear Deer Ranch is a ranch / leisure farm in Jinshan District.
Entrance Fees & Discounts
Children under 6: Free
Children (6-11 years old) / Concessions: NT$50
Adults (12-64 years old): NT$200
Parking is free, but please note that the facility is not responsible for the safekeeping of your vehicle.
Open from 10:00 am to 5:00 PM - Check their Instagram before going for up-to-date information on operating hours.
7-mins drive away and you will find yourself at the 📍Ju Ming Museum. With a total area of 110,000 square meters, artworks are arranged in the vast outdoor space in the museum creating a dialogue and interaction with the mountains and ocean view. The museum also has an indoors exhibition.
Opening Time: 10: 00 – 17: 00 Admission ends 1 hour before the closing time. Museum Hours: Open Tuesday to Sunday and National Holidays. Close on Mondays and during CNY | Admission： General public NT$350 Students & Seniors (65 and older) NT$320 Children under 6 years old Free |
🚗 Jin Yong Quan Hotsprings and Jinshan Old Street Jinshan
Jinshan Hotspring district is not as well known as Beitou or Wulai, maybe because it's not easily accessed via Public Transport. But if you are in the area, we highly recommend to experience this hotspring area, why?
Jinshan boasts several distinct types of hot springs, including rare sulfur springs, carbonic acid springs, and even oceanic/seawater hot springs (said to be effective for skin conditions due to minerals from the sea).
Volcanic Activity: Its springs are a direct result of volcanic activity from nearby Mt. Datun, contributing to the rich mineral content and varied water temperatures.
Coastal Location: Unlike many other hot spring areas, Jinshan is right by the coast, offering a unique combination of hot spring relaxation and refreshing sea breezes, often with scenic ocean views.
For Families, the most suitable Hot spring Spa is: 📍Jin Yong Quan. They have outdoor hot spring pools that are 60cm deep, with some slides other kid-friendly features. Remember to bring swimsuit and swim cap.
Operating hours: 09:00 to 10:00 PM (on Mondays Hot Spring closes at 08:00 PM)
Ticket Prices:
Standard Adult: NT380 (Weekdays)/ NT580 (Holidays/Weekends)
Standard Child: NT200 (Weekdays)/ NT250 (Holidays/Weekends)
Complementing the hot springs, the nearby 📍Jinshan Old Street offers traditional snacks, local produce, and a glimpse into the town's history, making for a complete day trip experience.
(2) Northeastern Mining Towns, Waterfalls & Coastal Wonders
Districts: Wanli (萬里), Keelung City (基隆), Ruifang (瑞芳), Gongliao (貢寮), Shuangxi (雙溪), Pingxi (平溪), Xizhi (汐止)
🚗 Yehliu Geopark and Ocean World Wanli
Yehliu Geopark is a natural wonder on Taiwan's northern coast, famous for its otherworldly rock formations sculpted by wind and sea erosion, such as the iconic "Queen's Head." Many KLOOK / kkday Tours include Yehliu Geopark as one of the main attractions for a day-trip outside of Taipei.
For a family with little ones, it's even better to pair this outdoor attraction with something more kid-friendly. The Aquarium right next to the Geopark is a great option, while the variety of sea creatures may not be as good as the Aquarium down south in Pingtung, the Yehliu Ocean World is nevertheless an educational & fun activity for the whole family!
Opening Hours: Generally 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (or 6:00 PM during summer months).
Last entry usually 30-60 minutes before closing.
Ticket Prices:
Adults: Around NT$120
Children (6-12 years old) / Students: NT$60
Children under 6: Free
📍Yehliu Ocean World (海洋世界)
Opening Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (weekdays),
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (weekends/holidays).
Shows usually run at scheduled times throughout the day, make sure to check when's the next one!
Ticket Prices: These are the prices that include the Show and B1 Aquarium visit. They also have other options of tickets on their official website.
Adults: Around NT$450-500
Children (3-12 years old) / Students: Around NT$420
Children under 3 / under a certain height: Free
Tips:
Depending on weather, choose to do the Yehliu Geopark first. Go for lunch, and then visit the Ocean world in the afternoon. For lunch, the places around don't look "nice", but the seafood and fishes are really fresh and so delicious! Like these two: Restaurant 阿杰 | Restaurant 鮮滿樓.
Looking for a Coffee Shop? Try Elisa Cafe Yehliu
🚗 Wanli Beach & Family Friendly Hotels Wanli
Wanli Beach was one of the first beaches we visited on the northern coasts of Taiwan. While it's not as clean as Baishawan and Qianshuiwan beaches. And it does not have coin-operated showers (Make sure to bring your own water supply to wash off sand)... It's still a great choice given the proximity to Taipei.
If Wanli is a bit too far from where you are staying, you could perhaps consider a one night get-away in one of these three very family friendly and affordable hotels?:
INHOUSE HOTEL YEHLIU Right beside the entrance to Yehliu Geopark and walking distance to the Aquarium and many Seafood restaurants. It offers an indoor playroom for the little ones!
CT GREEN BAY HOTEL With direct access to Wanli Beach, this is a nice option for families looking for a weekend to enjoy seaviews, time together, an afternoon by the pool, etc.!
WHITE HOUSE RESORT Right in front of Wanli Beach, a bit pricier than the previous two. It also offers swimming pool and indoor playground.
White House Hotel, Wanli
🚗 Heping Island GeoPark Keelung
While Heping Island GeoPark is technically in Keelung, it's practically a stone's throw from Ruifang! That's why we're absolutely including it here as a fantastic family-friendly activity for a half or even full day out. They've got a cool natural swimming pool, just a heads-up, it can be quite deep, so definitely bring those floating devices for the kids! Plus, pack goggles and snorkeling gear so they can peek at the fish, and maybe some buckets to catch little creatures (and, of course, release them later!). For us parents, you can even sample some local beers they sell at the gift shop or take some home if you are driving! With such breathtaking scenery along the short walking trails, it truly makes for a perfect, refreshing day out in nature with the whole family.
Heping Island GeoPark also offers guided tours, check their website to book an itinerary.
🚗 ☔️National Museum of Marine Science and Technology, Chao Jing Park, i OCEAN Keelung
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🐚 National Museum of Marine Science & Technology (Keelung)
🕒 Opening Hours– Main museum: Tue–Fri 9:00–17:00 (last entry 16:00);
Sat–Sun/Holidays: 9:00–18:00 (last entry 17:00);
closed Mondays & Lunar New Year’s
💰 Ticket Prices:
Adult: NT$200
Student (≥6 yrs, with ID): NT$140
Senior (65+) weekends/holidays: NT$100; weekdays: free
Children under 6 & disabled: free
Extras (Ocean Theater, i Ocean, etc.)
Theater/Research Centre: Adult NT$150–300; Student NT$100–250; Senior NT$75–150; free for under‑6 & disabled
🌊 Chaojing Park (Keelung)
Great place to watch sunset, beautiful sea views, and you can even se Jiufen Scenic Area on the opposite hillside. There were some food trucks and restaurants, but you can also consider bringing a little picnic prepared to spend the afternoon there!
🐠 i OCEAN Smart Aquarium (inside Chaojing Park)
🕒 Opening Hours 09:00 to 5:00 PM
💰 Ticket Prices:
Ticket type | Chaojing Intelligent Ocean (iOcean) |
Adult | 300 |
Students aged above 6 with valid photo ID from school or institution | 250 |
Senior (65+ with ID on weekends or holidays) | 150 |
Senior (65+ with ID on weekdays) | free |
Child under 6 | free |
You can book your tickets through |
Jiufen Old St & Shifen Waterfall Pingxi
Jiufen is probably one of the most popular day trips from Taipei, and because of this, it's usually too crowded and difficult to find parking! We enjoyed our time there, but this is a day trip we have not repeated over the years. Nevertheless, it's a fun place for family outing, especially if you combine it with other attractions nearby.
🏮 Jiufen Old Street & Tea Houses
🕒 Opening Times
Streets & shops: open roughly 10 AM–7 PM; you can walk around anytime, though eateries start later and close by ~7 PM
🍵 Teahouses
Teahouses may charge a 'service fee' of 120NT (or more) per person, even if children won't be drinking tea.
Artist Tea House: open 1.30 PM–7 PM daily
Jiufen Teahouse (est. 1991): historic, with indoor and outdoor seating
Siidcha Coffee/Tea Shop: Or you could try smaller shops instead, this is not a traditional one but they have more kid-friendly options in the menu, you need to order one drink per person.
Travel Tips
Arrive early (before 10 AM) or after 7 PM to avoid crowds
Access via TRA to Ruifang Station, then bus #1062 or #788 (~15 min)
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For Shifen Waterfall, it's easier to park the car, and as our kids are really into bugs and nature in general, they really enjoyed the short hike to the waterfall.
🕒 Opening Times
June 1–Sept 30: 9:00 AM–6:00 PM (last entry 5:30 PM)
Oct 1–May 31: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM (last entry 4:30 PM)
Closed only on Lunar New Year Day
Admission : Free entry
🚋 How to Get There
Train: Taipei → Ruifang (Yilan Line) → transfer to the Pingxi branch → Shifen Station (~1 h 15 m, ~NT$70)
Walk from station along Old Street → Visitor Center → waterfall (~30 min total)
Return Options:
Train back via Ruifang, or
Bus 965 direct to Taipei (~45 min)
You can also consider combining with a stroll & sky‑lantern release on Shifen Old Street. We went for a short walk (kids were tired!) but chose to skip the sky-lantern release for environmental reasons. We still had loads of fun watching other people release theirs!
🚗 ☔️ Gold Museum and Golden Waterfall Ruifang
The 📍Gold Museum is one of those activities I would take friends and family visiting from abroad. It has some fun hands-on activities, good exhibits to learn and get a feeling of what was life was back then, great location for photography, beautiful surroundings, etc. No need to book, but double-check if the museum will be open and make sure to sign up for the gold-panning activity and take note of what time it's taking place.
🕒 Hours & Admission
Weekdays (Mon–Fri): 9:30 AM–5:00 PM;
Weekend (Sat–Sun): 9:30 AM-6:00 PM
Admission:
Museum grounds: NT$80
Free entry for students (with valid ID) and occasional promotions
Closed Days: The museum is closed on the first Monday of each month (if it falls on a national holiday, the museum will open as usual and close the following day), Lunar New Year's Eve, the first day of Lunar New Year, and government-announced closure days due to natural disasters. Any other necessary closure dates will be announced separately.
💡 Tips
Don’t miss the giant touchable 220 kg gold brick, Real mine tunnel +NT$50,
Gold‑panning +NT$100
Held at the Alchemy Building’s 3rd-floor interactive zone
Runs hourly from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (last session begins at 4:00 PM) – arrive 10–15 min early
🕒 Access & Entry Always open, free to visit anytime
Striking yellow‑tinged cascade, fed by mineral‑rich runoff
Pair with a visit to the nearby Yin‑Yang Sea viewpoint for a dramatic mineral‑sea contrast.
Also in the area:
Don't miss the opportunity to try the delicious Dou hua 豆花 at this please 'Hilltop Soybean dessert'. So so good! Cannot recommend enough~
If your kids are older, you could check out the Teapot Mountain Trail. We haven't done it yet, but it looks like a challenge with amazing views!
Shen'ao Rail Bike Ruifang
Taking the Shen'ao Rail Bike is a fun and easy way to enjoy the coastal scenery, allowing you to go at a relaxed pace along the old railway tracks. The bikes are covered, which is a big plus on sunny or rainy days. Departures run on a fixed schedule, so booking ahead or arriving early is recommended. You can do opt to do one-way ride and walk back to Badouzi station. This way you can see the views from a different perspective. A scenic, family-friendly option if you’re after something active but not too strenuous. Check all the info you need on this website.
Operating time 09:00 - 05:00 PM
Price: One way 150 NT | Round-trip tickets 250 NT
🚗 Fulong Beach, Old Caoling Tunnel bike path & Scenic routes Gongliao
📍Fulong Beach is famous for the annual sand sculpture festival and is undoubtedly a great spot for families to relax by the sea. The shallow waters and wide, sandy shore make it safe and fun for kids.
Nearby, you can rent bikes and explore the scenic Old Caoling Tunnel, a cool, shaded ride that’s perfect for families.
The north coast is truly blessed with many wonderful places to discover... but one of the things that we really enjoy as a family is the scenic route as we make our way back home! Especially when we are driving in the Gongliao District, the views at sunset are just breathtaking!
If you have the opportunity, we highly recommend setting the 'time to go home' to just before sunset. Put some great music on, and enjoy such special moments with your loved ones 🧡.
(3) South eastern Mountains & Aboriginal Culture
Greener, more mountainous south of New Taipei, offering hot springs, nature, and insights into indigenous culture.
Districts: Shenkeng (深坑), Shiding (石碇), Pinglin (坪林), Xindian (新店), Wulai (烏來)
🚗 Shenkeng Old Street Shenkeng
Our favorite old street near Taipei! It's the perfect size, has all the great food and vibe... and the retro stores make it fun for the kids!
📍 Shenkeng Old Street Parking is easy! You can park your car here. Or on this other side of the Old street: Parking.
You can also go to Shenkeng Old Street by 679 bus, the info is in Mandarin but you can use google map to get the directions from your specific location.
Recommended hours to go: around 10 am to park with ease, stroll around before all stores open, or afternoon around lunch! (there will be more people, but this also adds to the old street vibe ;-) )
🚗 Thousand-Island Lake and Yinhe Cave Shiding and Xindian
Stunning panoramic views of tea plantations and a unique lake landscape. We went for a short hike and take in the views.
But you can also find teashops that have special activities like this one: 📍 旺來茶園
📍Yinhe Cave is about 20mins away by car from the Thousand-Island Lake, so you can pair these two sites for the same day.
🚗 ☔️ HSU's Noodles Shiding
📅 Opening: Daily 8:30 AM–3:00 PM; closed Tuesdays
🕒 Session Times:
Handmade‑noodle + flowing‑noodle sessions at 9:30 AM and 1:00 PM
Scallion‑pancake DIY (plus water‑noodle tasting) at 11:00 AM
💰 Price:
Full DIY (noodles + flowing‑noodle): NT$500/person;
Accompanying guest (no activity or meal): NT$100
📖 Booking: Reserve online via Klook
Why it's perfect for families: Hands‑on noodle pulling, chasing flowing noodles down water troughs, and scallion‑pancake making—kids will love creating (and eating!) their own treats in a relaxed mountain‑village setting. Sessions run 1.5–2 hours—just right for family fun.
🚗 Pinglin Tea Museum & Tea Plantations Pinglin
Learn about tea culture, enjoy scenic tea farms at 📍 Pinglin Tea Museum
⏰ Opening Hours
Mon–Fri: 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Sat–Sun: 9:00 AM–5:30 PM
Closed: every first Monday of the month (if it’s a public holiday, the museum closes the next day)
💰 Tickets & Admission
NT$80 for general entry to exhibition halls and the Experience Center
Free entry with valid ID for: New Taipei City residents, Seniors 65+, Children ≤12, Full-time students (domestic ID)
We visited Pinglin as a quick stop as we made our way home from Yilan. It was a good weather day so we had a nice walk around the 📍Pinglin Old Street and bought some delicious snacks.
As we were crossing the bridge, we couldn't believe how many birds there were in the trees! Little did we know that this scenic spot is famous for birds watching: 📍 Pinglin Arch Bridge
New Taipei is full of wonderful surprises!
It’s a great place to spot cattle egrets, little egrets, and night herons—especially in the early morning or late afternoon when these birds gather near the river.
Easily accessible and stroller-friendly, the bridge area offers calm river views and a peaceful atmosphere, making it ideal for a short, family-friendly nature stop.
Tip: Bring binoculars for a closer look, and combine your visit with a tea-tasting experience in Pinglin Old Street nearby.
🚗 ☔️ Wulai Hot Springs & Aboriginal Culture Wulai
Wulai is such an underrated district, it has so many great options for camping, hotsprings, waterfalls, hiking trails, family friendly activities, amazing food!
We highly recommend this hot spring place: 📍Sun-Moon-Light Hot Spring. It's outside the main town and you will need to reach there by car. It's very kid's friendly. We really enjoyed spending the afternoon with friends here.
After relaxing at Hotsprings, find some local street food at the 📍Wulai Old Street.
Also, not to be missed, the 📍 Wulai Scenic Train & the 📍Atayal Museum.
If you are staying the night in the area, we recommend visiting the 📍Neidong Forest Area the morning after. Nature’s beauty at its best:
Hemei Mountain Trail, Bitan Scenic Area Xindian
Easily accesible via MRT, this full-day outing is perfect for the nature lovers.
This is one of our favorite family hikes in New Taipei. It is challenging for the little ones, but fun and rewarding as it ends with a playground, and a (very very short) boat trip.
Take MRT to Xindian Station, or park car here.
Start the adventure by crossing the Bitan Suspension Bridge.
The Hemei Mountain trail starts here: 📍Trailhead. Follow the signposts to reach to the top of Hemei Mountain and descend to end the trail at the Wan tan Playground.
Go here to take a small boat to cross the river.
Make your way back to the main Tourist Area of Bitan to get something to eat or rent a Swan boat!
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(4) South Western Crafts & Nature Escapes
A journey into New Taipei's rich past, focusing on pottery, indigo dyeing, and beautifully preserved old streets, with nearby nature areas.
Districts: Sanxia (三峽), Yingge (鶯歌), Shulin (樹林), Yonghe (永和), Zhonghe (中和), Tucheng (土城)
☔️ Yingge Ceramics Museum & Old Street Yingge
We started the day by going to the 📍Yingge ceramics museum
After that, we walked around the Yingge Old Street for: Hands-on pottery workshops and exploring pottery shops. There were some street performers, which made the walk even more enjoyable! This daytrip is perfect for learning about ceramics and tradition, but also for bringing visitors like family and friend that are here in Taiwan for a tourism. Highly recommend!
🚗 New Taipei Hakka Museum & Sanxia Old Street Sanxia
📍Sanxia Old Street is well known for it's red brick old buildings, shops and food vendors with some really great hakka options.
Also in the area: New Taipei Hakka Museum.
Free admission & free parking 🅿️ Open from 9AM to 5PM
There are retro children's toys that kids can try out for free! Stilts, spinning tops, hula hoops, etc.
🔻 823 Memorial Park and Indoor Playgrounds Yongan Market MRT, Zhonghe - Yonghe
There's a really fun playground your kids will enjoy within 823 Memorial Park. The 823 Memorial park is located at the Zhonghe-Yonghe border and at 10 hectares is the largest park in either district.
Also in the area, "Baby Wonderland", it's a restaurant that has a indoor play area for younger kids.
If your kids like claw machines, try this store here.
🚗🔻 Loveme Land Shulin Store Shulin
Huge indoor playground, most suitable for younger kids. Great option for rainy days, etc.
Open from 11 AM to 8.30 PM
Weekday from 250 NT +
(5) Western & Central Urban Exploration (MRT & Riverside)
Closer to Taipei, these districts are largely accessible by MRT, and offer a blend of urban amenities, cultural experiences, and green spaces along riversides.
Districts: Banqiao (板橋) , Xinzhuang (新莊), Sanchong (三重), Luzhou (蘆洲), Taishan (泰山), Wugu (五股), Linkou (林口)
☔️ 🔺 📝 E7Play Sanchong near Taipei Bridge MRT
E7PLAY Sanchong features an indoor entertainment space, the venue spans three underground floors and offers a wide variety of activities, including bowling, billiards, electronic darts, arcade games, board games, massage chairs, manga reading room and even claw machines stocked with snacks and soft toys. With their "One Ticket Unlimited Fun" all charges are included except for food, and claw machines. It’s the perfect rain-proof and sun-proof indoor play space for kids and adults to have fun together.
📍 Google Map Location: near Taipei Bridge MRT Station Sanchong 三重店
🅿️ Parking: Right next to E7Play entrance, discounts available by presenting ticket.
*E7Play also has a location in: Xinzhuang 新莊店 and Kaohsiung.
Do you need to book? Yes, we recommend you do! Download their app, it's only available in Chinese mandarin so you might need some help.
Download E7Play App | Official Website https://www.e7play.com.tw/
E7 Play also does walk-ins but there might be some waiting times during peak hours.
Weekday / Weekend Prices | Adult | Student (6-11yo) |
3 Hours Ticket | ~ 250 - 370 NTD | ~ 170 - 230 NTD |
5 Hours Ticket | ~ 270 - 450 NTD | ~ 170 - 290 NTD |
+10% service fee | These are non-member prices; discounts available for members
Also nearby: 📍 Sanhe Night Market
New Taipei Metropolitan Park Sanchong
31-themed slides and playgrounds inspired by Taiwan wildlife (under "Bear & Monkey Park")
Summer water park with ocean-themed water sprays (e.g., turtles, crabs, octopus) on non-Tuesday summer days
⏰ Opening & Location
Open year-round – park grounds are always accessible
Main playground ("Bear & Monkey Park") hours: 6 AM–10 PM daily
Water playground ("Sea World Water Park") (summer use only)
🚗 Getting There
MRT: Take the Taoyuan Airport or Taipei Metro to Sanchong Station (A2).
🚗 Toy Museum Banqiao
📍 Location: Inside Banqiao 435 Art Zone
🕰️ Opening Hours:
Tue–Fri: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Sat–Sun: 10:00 AM–5:00 PM
Closed: Mondays (or the next day if Monday is a holiday)
💰 Admission:
NT$50 per person for adults and children (under-2 yrs and seniors 70+ free)
NT residents enjoy weekend deals
📝 Highlights:
Over 3,000 vintage and wooden toys to touch and play with—no time limit, and outdoor space includes ride-on toys, chalk, hula-hoops, big sandpit, grassy lawn
Great for kids and nostalgic adults
Info & Booking:
No advance booking required—walk-in visit
Hope all this information is useful to you and your family! 🧡
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