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![[Illustrative] National Science and Technology Museum](/api/images/entities/kaohsiung-tw-b6266c9692e4/hero.webp)
Illustrative National Science and Technology Museum (NSTM) in Kaohsiung is Taiwan's first applied-science museum, spanning 19 hectares across North and South halls. Multi-level interactive exhibits suit all ages. Children under 6 enter free; other visitors buy general admission tickets, with special exhibitions like Hot Snow Paradise and Star Moments priced separately. Popular zones include Fun City and the Transportation Dream Pavilion with hands-on experiments. Spacious, air-conditioned interiors make it a great rainy-day or hot-day retreat. Accessible via Kaohsiung Light Rail to C30 NSTM Station, about a 12-minute walk.
![[Illustrative] Amei Pineapple](/api/images/entities/chiayi-c-tw-cb4931bc4060/hero.webp)
Illustrative A-mei Pineapple in Min-xiong, Chiayi, is a smart-agriculture and local-characteristic family experience park. The bright-yellow pineapple house is its landmark, letting visitors hand-pick premium pineapples, learn about diverse varieties (such as the 'Magnolia Pineapple'), and join pineapple-themed DIY crafts (pineapple cakes, jam, jelly). The brand has won the Shen-nong Award and is marketed in Japan under the 'Summer Snow' label, symbolizing sweet summer freshness. Great for families and friends to experience farming fun and taste fresh pineapple flavors.
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![[Illustrative] Toufen Music Park](/api/images/entities/miaoli-tw-f114e9574391/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Toufen Music Park
Toufen Music Park sits at the intersection of Heping Road and Fuguo Street in Toufen City, Miaoli County, and is a free, music-themed public park. The most eye-catching feature is a seven-meter-tall golden saxophone spiral slide, paired with two extra-long tube slides, a zip line, swings, spring riders and a playable light-and-sound piano, creating a multi-faceted playground that suits families with children. The grounds include clean family restrooms, with convenient parking nearby (free roadside white-line parking plus paid lots). Daily hours run 08:00-20:00, with shaded areas so visitors can safely enjoy a combined experience of music and play.
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![[Illustrative] Nantou Forest Waterfall Secret](/api/images/entities/nantou-tw-cc7cfc3caca6/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Nantou Forest Waterfall Secret
Nantou Forest Waterfall Secret Realm lies tucked in the mountains of Nantou County, hiding multiple waterfalls and natural pools that make it a superb summer retreat. Visitors can splash in cool stream water or admire towering falls, absorbing phytoncides and the quiet mood of nature. The site suits travelers who love outdoor exploration and photographing beautiful natural scenery.
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![[Illustrative] Taomi Waterfront Park](/api/images/entities/nantou-tw-f2287099bf03/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Taomi Waterfront Park
Tao Mi Water Park in Pu Li, Nantou County, is a free family splash park centered on natural mountain spring water. Open every summer, it offers a water slide, arch fountains, foot-rinse zone, restrooms, and rest areas, suited to families and kids looking to beat the heat. The grounds are spacious and clean, with no admission fee, plus markets and simple vendors on site, making it a must-visit cooling spot in Nantou summers.
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![[Illustrative] Menggu Waterfall](/api/images/entities/nantou-tw-f2f649cdeeaa/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Menggu Waterfall
Meng Gu Waterfall is in the Seediq indigenous community of Pu Li, Nantou County, one of the three Pu Wu waterfalls and the easiest to reach. A roughly three-minute walk from the parking lot leads to a thunderous cascade pouring from above, surrounded by towering cliffs and dancing butterflies, with cool stream water available for wading, making it a popular summer cooling spot. Signage along the road is clear, navigation by car works well, and free parking is offered on site, ideal for families and outdoor enthusiasts.
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![[Illustrative] Zhongke Park](/api/images/entities/taichung-tw-9d509b2cfeec/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Zhongke Park
Zhongke Park in Daya District, Taichung, is a free public park well-known for its splash pads and large terrazzo slides. On summer weekends, the water play area opens with mist screens, tunnel fountains, volcano fountains and water cannons, plus a shaded sand pit and electric water gun rentals so both kids and grown-ups can cool off. The park also has a 22-metre super-long terrazzo slide split into three lanes to spread out the crowds, alongside a sand pit and rest area, making it perfect for family outdoor leisure and summer cooling.
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![[Illustrative] Baxianshan](/api/images/entities/taichung-tw-5bc8d98188a8/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Baxianshan
Baxian Mountain National Forest Recreation Area in Guguan, Taichung, sits at about 2,366 metres above sea level and is a popular summer retreat. The park offers a tropical-style paddling pool, forest waterfall trails, bamboo paths and Shinto shrine ruins, plus diverse natural scenery ideal for relaxed family strolls or hikes with children. Visitors can splash in cool mountain spring water, breathe in phytoncides, and pair the trip with nearby Guguan Hot Springs for a one- or two-day getaway. Tickets cost from about NT$100 to a few hundred, facilities are well-maintained and the restrooms are clean; the area is reachable by car or bus.
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