Wanggu Waterfall

Sanchong Sea World Water Park in New Taipei Metropolitan Park is a family-friendly water play zone themed around Taiwanese marine life. The 450-ping area features play structures shaped like green sea turtles, Wanli crabs, mudskippers, hermit crabs, Penghu octopus, moon jellyfish, and garden eels, with an advanced water circulation and filtration system ensuring safety. Open June through August, the park offers sprays, tipping buckets, showers, and a colorful spray tunnel — all completely free, making it a top summer destination for families with children.

Shifen Sky Lantern in Shifen Old Street, New Taipei City, is the region's most iconic cultural experience. Visitors write wishes on colorful lanterns and release them into the sky along the old street near Shifen Station, immersed in a festive atmosphere. Perfect for families, couples, and friends, the activity can be combined with visits to Shifen Waterfall, Pingxi Line old streets, and local snacks for a leisurely day trip.

Taiwan Toy Museum in the 435 Arts District, Banqiao District, is the island's only toy-themed museum. It houses thousands of toys from around the world — from vintage playthings to modern models, building blocks, and educational games — combining exhibition with hands-on interaction for visitors of all ages. Tickets are just NT$50 (free under age 2), providing great value for a half-day family outing, even on rainy days.

Xindian Sunshine Playground in Xindian District's Sunshine Sports Park covers about 1 hectare, designed around a 'land, sea, and air' concept. The park uses natural hills, gravel banks, and tree shade to create six themed zones with water channels, slides, treetop crawl tunnels, suspension bridges, swings, and trampolines. Summer brings nine water play facilities (10:00–12:00 and 15:00–19:00, 15 minutes every half hour). With restrooms and foot-washing stations, it's one of New Taipei's most popular family destinations.

Xinzhuang Wunzai Wetland Park is the only park in Xinzhuang District combining waterside recreation, ecology, leisure, and flood retention. The park features cascading water areas, artificial floating islands, and gentle walking paths suitable for strollers and wheelchairs. In summer (May–September), the splash pool and rainbow mist tunnel become popular cooling spots and photo check-in locations. The park also has a children's playground, skating rink, insect hotel, and plenty of seating — all with free restrooms and affordable parking.

Juming Museum in Jinshan District spans about 11 hectares, making it Taiwan's largest outdoor art park. Centered on works by master sculptor Ju Ming, the museum showcases the Tai Chi and Living World series in bronze and mixed media, set against natural landscapes where art meets mountain and sea views. Family facilities include a children's art center, splash pool, chalk graffiti area, and black swan lake. Accessible by car or public transport, it's a top North Coast destination for art exploration and family day trips.

Linkou LOHAS Park in Linkou District is Taiwan's first MRT-car-themed inclusive playground. Divided into aviation, maritime, and MRT zones, it features a 4-meter-tall MRT carriage slide, spinning chairs, trampolines, large climbing nets, swing boats, and more — challenging yet safe for children of all ages. The sandbox uses small pebbles; bring your own digging tools. Free admission makes it an ideal holiday family outing destination.

Linshao Trail on Guanyin Mountain, Wugu District spans about 800 meters in two sections. The first 400 meters is a barrier-free wooden boardwalk — flat and suitable for young children and elderly visitors, with views overlooking Linkou Terrace and distant Guishan. The second section features a two-story spiral staircase that remains gently graded, ending near Lingyun Temple. The trail is lush with vegetation and rich in phytoncides; summer breezes keep it comfortable. The visitor center offers rest areas, water refill, and a raptor exhibit, with free parking and pavilions.

Xizhi Interstellar Playground on Changjiang Street near Xingguang Bridge is a planet-themed inclusive park for all ages. Clearly zoned from Mercury splash pool, Venus trampoline net, Saturn sandpit, Jupiter slide, Mars basketball court, Neptune fitness zone to Uranus senior zone — offering diverse play for children, families, and elderly visitors. Facilities include climbing nets, trampolines, swings, sandpits, and a skating rink, plus summer water spray fountains. Open day and night (closed Tuesdays), mostly free. Near Xingguang Bridge parking and riverside bike paths.

Qianshui Bay Beach Park in Sanzhi District is the North Coast's most popular free family beach. The crescent-shaped fine-sand beach and tidal zone let kids play in the sand, catch crabs, and observe tidal creatures. Warm waters are perfect for wading, with lifeguards on duty, foot-washing stations, restrooms, and a large paid parking lot (NT$100). Open 24 hours with walking paths, benches, sunset viewing platforms, and nearby cafes and restaurants — ideal for a full-day relaxed family beach trip.

Wulai Waterfall in Wulai District features flat, barrier-free paths suitable for all ages. From Wulai Station, take the mini train or cable car to the viewing area, enjoying mountain and river scenery along the way. A café and family-friendly restaurant near the waterfall offer resting spots. The area also boasts high-quality sodium bicarbonate hot springs — perfect for a relaxing soak after waterfall viewing, making it a top nature and leisure destination near New Taipei City.

Niugangling Trail on Guanyin Mountain, Wugu District is about 750 meters long, starting just 100 meters from the Guanyin Mountain Visitor Center. The path alternates between stone steps, wooden boardwalks, and dirt-rock stairs, with about 400 meters of continuous climbing at moderate difficulty — suitable for families and casual hikers. The latter half flattens into a wooden boardwalk with panoramic views of Taipei Basin, Tamsui River, and Keelung River. The observation deck, called 'Fire Signal Station,' dates back to the Japanese colonial era. Round trip takes about one hour. Free admission.

Fulong Mountain Trail on Guanyin Mountain, Wugu District is a family-friendly hiking trail about 1,315 meters long, starting near Wugu Shan'an Temple and ending at Lingyun Zen Temple. The trail is divided into two sections by Lingyun Road — the first 400 meters follows a stream and bamboo grove, while the second 700 meters passes a countryside restaurant area before ascending to Lingyun Temple. Originally a Buddhist pilgrimage route with 33 Buddha statues along the way, it blends history, culture, and natural scenery for a relaxed family hike.

Santa Maria Family Amusement Park on the 4th floor of Santa Maria Factory in Tucheng District is a macaron-colored indoor children's play space covering about 150 ping. It offers over 10 themed facilities including mini cars, LEGO puzzles, a carousel, ball pit, giant slide, and sandbox, plus DIY bread, cookie, and cake workshops. Suitable for ages 2–12, facilities are new and safe with photo spots and rest areas for parents. Open Tuesday–Sunday 09:30–18:00 (closed Mondays). Weekdays: unlimited play; holidays: 3-hour sessions. Tickets NT$250–499 by age, with meal add-on packages.

Butterfly Trail in Wulai's Butterfly Park is a family-friendly nature path about 1 kilometer long. The flat route of mostly gravel and wooden boardwalk is suitable for strollers. Clear irrigation channels and streams run alongside the path, and walkers can enjoy the sound of flowing water while observing butterflies and other wildlife. The entire trail takes about one hour, is open all day, and free to enter, with parking and public restrooms available — ideal for families, seniors, and first-time hikers.

Guanyin Mountain Trail in Wugu District is a family-friendly forest canopy walk in the Guanyin Mountain National Scenic Area. About 800 meters of wooden boardwalk and steel bridges, flat and shaded — suitable for strollers, seniors, and children. Starting from the Guanyin Mountain Visitor Center (reachable by bus routes Orange 20 and 785, or from Luzhou MRT), the trail offers forest views, mountain panoramas, and glimpses of the Linkou plain. Near Lingyun Temple and Tamsui riverbank. Completely free, it's an ideal choice for family nature walks and easy hiking.

Baobao Coffee Forest Hall next to Guanyin Mountain Visitor Center in Wugu District combines coffee, light meals, and cat interaction in a family-friendly setting. The double-height interior frames forest views, with both indoor and outdoor seating perfect for a post-hike rest. The highlight is six resident Bengal cats — visitors can interact up close on weekdays and observe from the second floor on weekends. The menu features pasta, truffle dishes, signature coffee, and desserts, all in a cat-themed decor. Nearby raptor exhibit and Linshao Trail make it ideal for a half-day family outing.

Houtong Cat Village beside Houtong Station combines railway nostalgia with cat-themed family fun. The village's cats are healthy and friendly, cared for by local residents — great for photos and interaction. Beyond the cats, visitors can explore mining heritage sites like the Coal Mine Museum, old street, and Cat Bridge, experiencing the town's history and slow-paced lifestyle. Open all day, free admission. Recommended visit: 1–2 hours, good in both sunny and overcast weather.