Finally waited for the Dragon Boat FestivalDuring the holidays, besides Lidan, where else can I go out for an outing? According to custom, the Dragon Boat Festival is not only about eating rice dumplings, hanging mugwort and wearing sachets. Because the Dragon Boat Festival is the most yang time of the year, if you can go outdoors to bask in the sun and get close to nature, you can also bring some benefits to yourself. Here comes a whole year of good luck. Taipei 101 has specially compiled several recent new attractions and exhibitions in the greater Taipei area to make your three-day Dragon Boat Festival holiday rich and fulfilling.

1. Taipei 101 Observation Deck

The first stop is of course to "climb high and look far"! Taipei 101 has the highest observation deck in Taiwan. From here you can overlook the beautiful scenery of Taipei City and soak up the sunshine. Or you can bring your family to Taipei 101 Observation Deck to enjoy the beautiful sunset and night view, and use different Experience the vibrant city of Taipei from a perspective.
Observation deck ticket reservation:Taipei 101 Observation Deck

2. New Taipei City Museum of Art

After several years of construction, New Taipei City's first public art museum, designed by architect Yao Renxi, will be officially unveiled in Yingge in April. Starting from an art museum among the reeds, it combines the local landscape and modern design style to create an eye-catching experience. It is very unique whether it is during the day or at night. It is a suitable place for outings and cultural experiences. Breathtaking new attraction.
Transportation: People who want to take public transportation can get off at the Yingge Station of the Taiwan Railway, and walk from the "Wenhua Road" exit to the "Farmers' Association MRT Corridor" for 6 minutes.

Address: No. 300, Guanqian Road, Yingge District, New Taipei City

3. NOKE Zhongtaile Life

The first department store built by Zhongtai Group will start trial operation at the end of April. This space combines art curation, contemporary design, style food and other different themes to provide consumers with a brand new shopping experience. If you are still looking for a travel destination during the Dragon Boat Festival holiday, NOKE Zhongtaile Life in Dazhi may be a good new choice.

4. Xingtian Palace

Xingtian Temple has always been a pilgrimage site for domestic and foreign tourists. Not only is it a place where you can worship and gain spiritual peace, it is also an important attraction where people can immerse themselves in traditional culture. Choose to come here during the Dragon Boat Festival holiday Take a walk and pray for everything going well with your career and health in the second half of the year, and for yourself to be filled with positive energy.

5. Fulong International Sand Sculpture Art Festival

If you want to have a different outdoor itinerary, the 2023 Fulong International Sand Sculpture Art Festival is just right for you who want to try something new. Every year, experts from all over the world are invited to create a variety of creative works, making the Fulong International Sand Sculpture Art Festival a popular attraction for people to take photos and check in. Taking advantage of the four-day holiday, come here to appreciate the art and have a different Dragon Boat Festival holiday.

6. Yangmingshan Hydrangea Season
The season from May to June every year is the season when hydrangea flowers appear, and the hydrangea flowers all over Yangmingshan are even more beautiful, always attracting many people to stop and take photos. You might as well take advantage of the Dragon Boat Festival holiday , take public transportation to avoid the traffic, and take a trip to Yangmingshan to enjoy the beautiful hydrangeas!

7. Elephant Mountain Trail

8. Thirteenth Line Museum

The Thirteen Hangs Museum, located in Bali, Tamsui, is full of surprises, from the outdoor 3D landscape art paintings to the indoor Thirteen Hang cultural heritage collections. After shopping, you can go to the Tamsui River to enjoy the sunset and enjoy the breeze . It is definitely a place to visit. A fruitful Dragon Boat Festival trip.
Opening hours: Monday to Friday 09:30-17:00, Saturday to Sunday 09:30-17:00 (closed on the first Monday of every month)/Extended opening hours in summer (April to October) Monday to Friday 09: 30-18:00, Saturday to Sunday 09:30-19:00
Ticket information: Full ticket is NT$80 (New Taipei residents and children under 12 years old are free)

The above pictures are taken from the official website