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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] Sanchong Bicycle Path](/api/images/entities/new-taipei-tw-db95316abcf2/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Sanchong Bicycle Path
Sanchong Bicycle Path in Sanchong District is a free cycling route, part of the Erchong Circular Bikeway System. The flat, green-lined path is perfect for family rides, leisure cycling, or exercise. Well-connected to local communities with multiple bus routes nearby, it can be easily combined with visits to surrounding parks and local snack spots for a relaxed half- or full-day cycling itinerary.
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![[Illustrative] Sanying Heart Space Art District](/api/images/entities/new-taipei-tw-4b10079a28e4/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Sanying Heart Space Art District
Sanying Heart Space Art District along the Dahan River in Yingge District covers about 32 hectares of pottery-themed outdoor art space. Giant ceramic installations include a 15-meter hand-thrown vessel and a massive pink pottery piece, set against expansive lawns and flower fields — a favorite for photos, wedding shoots, and family outings. Free admission; weekend hours 13:30–16:30 for select exhibition areas. Nearby parking and YouBike routes make it perfect for a leisurely day trip combining art and nature.
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![[Illustrative] Jiufen Old Street](/api/images/entities/new-taipei-tw-35f74f0a9c82/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Jiufen Old Street
Jiufen Old Street perched on a Ruifang District hillside is Taiwan's most recognizable mountain town. The stone-paved street is lined with nostalgic shops and red lanterns, combining coastal and mountain views — visitors enjoy panoramic sea-and-sky vistas alongside atmospheric old-world alleys. The street is famous for local snacks: taro balls, herb-flavored mochi, and red-fermented meat dumplings are everywhere, with heritage teahouses like A-Mei Tea House for resting. Accessible by train or bus from Taipei to Ruifang, then a connecting bus or taxi uphill. Free admission, 2–3 hours recommended, extendable to nearby Jinguashi and Baoshi Mountain for a full-day mountain-and-sea itinerary.
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![[Illustrative] Wugu Shourang Hall](/api/images/entities/new-taipei-tw-fe09e084a8f4/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Wugu Shourang Hall
Wugu Shourang Hall in Wugu District is a century-old red-brick heritage house, now transformed into a free cultural library and family learning center. The preserved historic architecture hosts diverse cultural activities including reading, writing workshops, and Hanfu dress experiences, with a café area for visitors to relax. Ideal for families, students, and culture enthusiasts to explore local history and stories — also a great photo spot.
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![[Illustrative] Houtong Cat Village](/api/images/entities/new-taipei-tw-3f2c3692b327/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Houtong Cat Village
Houtong Cat Village in Ruifang District was originally a coal mining town, now famous for its large population of friendly cats. The village features a free mining exhibition hall, trendy cafés, and cat cafés where visitors can stroll, watch cats, and learn local history. Open 24 hours with convenient train access via the Yilan Line to Houtong Station, plus free parking. The nearby Houtong Pit Leisure Area offers guided mine tours (09:00–17:30). A peaceful destination for cat lovers and history enthusiasts.
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![[Illustrative] Shifen Old Street](/api/images/entities/new-taipei-tw-41205978e450/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Shifen Old Street
Shifen Old Street in Pingxi District stretches along the railway, famous for sky lantern releasing. Visitors walk between the tracks right in front of the station, experiencing the unique sensation of 'trains passing through your doorstep.' Street vendors offer peanut ice cream rolls, grilled mountain pork, chicken-wing stuffed rice, and other local snacks. Nearby attractions include Jing'an Suspension Bridge connecting to Nanshan Village, and Shifen Waterfall — dubbed 'Taiwan's Niagara' with spectacular flow during rainy season. Whether releasing lanterns under starlight or savoring local flavors, Shifen is a Pingxi Line must-visit.
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