Taipei Free Indoor Play centers

🧩 Information on Parent-child centers

Parent‑child centers in Taipei are free, government-run spaces located in every major district: offering safe, themed indoor play areas and age‑appropriate activities for families. Because demand is high, it’s best to reserve a spot via the “台北通” app or website (see Taipei Parenting portal) ahead of time, or arrive early and queue for walk‑in spaces.

Note on eligibility: most centers require residents to register with a Taipei City account. Holders of ARC (Alien Resident Certificate) can also reserve and visit. Passport‑only visitors may not be eligible, bring your ARC or National ID/NHI card when registering.

ℹ️ Important Notes:

1. Target: Children under 6 years old (not yet in elementary Grade 1).

2. Each child must be accompanied by at least 1 caregiver, max. 2 caregivers. Caregivers must be 18 years or older.

3. Be there on time. Late arrivals will not be admitted.

4. Adults and kids will need to wear socks, toddlers can go barefoot (depending on each center's requirements).

   
   

Parent-Child Centers in Taipei Area

Take Your Kids (0-6yo) to Free Parent-Child Centers in Taipei! ❤️ Our personal favorites : ⭐️

🟨 Yellow Line Datong Parent-Child Center Zhongzheng Parent-Child Center Yonghe Parent-Child Center Xindian Parent-Child Center 🟥 Red Line Beitou Parent-Child Center Shilin Parent-Child Center ⭐️ Zhongshan Parent-Child Center Xinyi Parent-Child Center ⭐️ Daan Parent-Child Center Tamsui Parent-Child Center 🟫 Brown Line ⭐️ Neihu Parent-Child Center Wenshan Parent-Child Center

🟩 Green Line ⭐️ Songshan Parent-Child Center (Also Brown Line) 🟦 Blue Line Wanhua Parent-Child Center (Far from MRT St.) Nangang Parent-Child Center Guang Ci Parent-Child Center

Google Map FREE Taipei Parent-Child Centers

How to Reserve a Spot at a Taipei Parent-Child Center:

To visit any of the free government-run Parent-Child Centers in Taipei, you’ll need to make an online reservation in advance. Here’s how:

1. Register as a member on the Taipei Parenting Website (台北育兒網)

   👉 Click here to register (Free and only available in Mandarin) Registration is completely free and required to access reservation features.

2. Download Taipei Government's APP 台北通 (Optional, you can also book via website)

   
   

3. Once registered, you can:

   • Book your visit to a parent-child center through Taipei Childcare website *Only available in Mandarin. After logging in, simply choose your preferred location, date, and session.

   • Sign up for events and workshops offered at the centers through Taipei Childcare's website

   • Book your visit to a parent-child center through Taipei Government's APP:

     
     

   Step 1 - Open Taipei Gov. App 台北通

   Step 2 - Click on 親子館 Parent-child center icon

   

Step 3 - Choose the Parent-child center you would like to visit.

Step 4 - Choose the time slot, complete the information, and you are done!

If you want to check your reservations go to this area of the App:

📝 Note:

• Sessions often fill up quickly, so try to reserve a few days in advance.

• If you don’t have a reservation, some centers allow limited walk-in spots, but you will need arrive early and take a queue number on-site (usually 15–30 mins before opening).

• Accepted ID for registration includes Taiwan National ID, NHI card, ARC/APRC. Passports are typically not accepted for online booking.

  
  
  
  

ℹ️ Etiquette & Visitor Guidelines:

Before You Go	Inside the Center	After Play
Reserve online early	Supervise kids closely	Help tidy up
Bring ARC/NHI/ID	Wear socks, wash hands	Return locker key
Arrive early for walk-ins	Wear masks if sick	Follow staff instructions
Stay home if unwell (fever over 37.5 C)	Join Activities (Song, Book Reading)	Make sure you take all your belongings when leaving
Eat / drink before going in (No eating or drinking, except in designated snack/water zones, if available)	Some sections are age-restricted (0-2yo)	Some centers will remind everyone before closing, to make use of changing, nursings rooms and toilets
If you bring stroller, ask staff where to place it	Rough play not allowed as there are infants/toddlers	Some centers give stickers that kids collect to change for little gifts!

👶 These centers are a great indoor option for toddlers and preschoolers—completely free and full of developmentally engaging play areas.

Hope all this information is useful to you and your family! 🧡

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