Taipei Children's Amusement Park: The Best-Value Family Day in Shilin

Why this park is worth your time

Taipei Children's Amusement Park is the easiest, cheapest and most reliably enjoyable half-day plan for families visiting the capital. Set on five hectares in Shilin District, the park offers 13 rides—including a 40-metre Ferris wheel with sweeping views of the Taipei Basin—clean food courts, indoor play areas and an unbeatable price point. NT$30 to enter as an adult, NT$200 for an unlimited-rides day pass, free for children under six: this is one of the best family-travel values in any major Asian capital.

The park opened in its current location in 2014 and was specifically designed for younger children. Most rides have height limits between 90 cm and 120 cm, and the entire layout is stroller-friendly. If you're travelling with toddlers to primary-school-aged children, this park hits a comfortable sweet spot—gentle to moderate rides, no overwhelming crowds, and the kind of low-stakes day where nobody leaves rattled.

It's also perfectly positioned next to the National Taiwan Science Education Center, so you can build a full day without crossing the city.

Tickets, passes and what actually makes sense

Admission to the park is NT$30 for adults, NT$15 for students, and free for children under six and seniors over 65. Once inside, you pay per ride—NT$20 for most attractions, NT$30 for the headliners like the roller coaster, Ferris wheel, bumper cars, drop tower and pirate ship.

If your children want to ride freely, the NT$200 One-Day Pass is the better-value choice. It covers unlimited rides on all 13 main attractions and pays for itself after seven or eight goes. If you're only planning a short visit or your toddler is happy with one or two gentle rides, paying per ride works fine.

Children under 85 cm—or over 85 cm but under two years old with valid ID—can enjoy one free ride on the ocean carousel, Ferris wheel and monorail when accompanied by a paying adult.

The park is closed Mondays (unless it's a national holiday) and Lunar New Year's Eve. Check the official site for current opening hours, which vary by season and day of the week.

The rides and what to expect

This is squarely a younger-kids park rather than a thrill-seeker destination, and that's its strength. The roller coaster is modest, the Ferris wheel offers calm city views, and the swing ship and drop tower provide just enough excitement for primary-school children without tipping into terror. Teenagers chasing big-drop adrenaline will find it tame, but for the four-to-twelve crowd it's ideal.

The headliners are the roller coaster (ride this early before queues build), the Ferris wheel (best panoramic view in the park), bumper cars, pirate ship and drop tower. The gentler options—ocean carousel, tea cups, dancing fly dragon boat, wave swinger, monorail and spinning chairs—work beautifully for toddlers and younger children who need a calmer pace.

In summer, a seasonal Aqua Planet water feature runs from June through September, which is a welcome addition on Taipei's hottest days. Check the official site for current availability and pricing.

Height and age restrictions apply to most rides, so check signage at each attraction. The park staff are helpful and will guide you to age-appropriate options.

Facilities that make the day easier

Taipei Children's Amusement Park excels at the practical details that matter when you're travelling with small children. Multiple nursing rooms throughout the park feature clean, spacious nursing areas, sinks, changing tables and comfortable seating. Accessible toilets with nappy-changing facilities are well signposted.

Stroller rental is available at the visitor centre and service counters, though quantities are limited—arrive early or bring your own if you're planning a longer stay. The entire park is stroller-friendly, with smooth paths and ramps.

An indoor play area with ball pits and slot machines offers a retreat when the weather turns or when little ones need downtime. The park also has an indoor car park for cars and scooters, so rain doesn't derail your plans.

Twenty stores are spread across the park, including a food court, convenience stores and souvenir shops. The food court offers standard Taiwanese snack fare—nothing remarkable, but clean, affordable and reliably child-friendly. If you're after a proper meal, save it for Shilin Night Market later.

The park accepts EasyCard for admission and ride payments, and several stores take it as well. EasyCard kiosks are available on-site if you need to top up.

How a local nanny helps here

A half-day at Taipei Children's Amusement Park is straightforward, but if you're combining it with the Science Education Center next door, managing two young children across both venues, meal breaks and transport can stretch thin. A local nanny from The Travel Nanny keeps the day smooth—she'll handle stroller logistics, queue management, snack timing and toilet runs while you focus on the fun. She'll also know which rides suit which ages, where the quietest nursing rooms are, and how to pace the day so nobody melts down before dinner.

Combining the park with nearby attractions

The park's greatest strength is its location. The National Taiwan Science Education Center sits directly next door, and the two venues make a natural full-day pairing. A typical itinerary: spend the morning at the Science Center (hands-on exhibits, planetarium shows, interactive displays), break for lunch at the Science Center cafeteria or the amusement park food court, then move to the Children's Amusement Park for the afternoon.

If you've still got energy, Shilin Night Market is a 15-minute MRT ride away and makes a perfect dinner finish. The park is also near Meilun Park and Shuangxi Creek, both pleasant for a short walk if you need to stretch legs between activities.

To reach the park, take the MRT Tamsui-Xinyi (Red) Line to Jiantan or Shilin Station, then transfer to a free shuttle bus or a 15-minute taxi. The address is No. 55, Section 5, Chengde Road, Shilin District.

Before you go: checklist

• Check the official site for current opening hours and closures (closed Mondays and Lunar New Year's Eve)
• Decide between pay-per-ride (NT$20–30) or One-Day Pass (NT$200 unlimited)
• Bring or top up an EasyCard for admission and ride payments
• Arrive early if you need stroller rental (limited quantities)
• Pack sun hats, sunscreen and water bottles—much of the park is outdoors
• Note height and age restrictions for rides; check signage on-site
• Plan a simple loop: one museum stop, one amusement stop, then dinner at Shilin Night Market
• Allow three to five hours for a full visit
• If combining with the Science Education Center, start there in the morning when children are freshest
• Keep the day easy—this works because it doesn't ask too much of anyone