Spending New Years In Taiwan: 5 Places to Watch the Fireworks

When it gets a bit chilly in Taiwan and you start putting on layers and gloves, you suddenly realize it is already December. One of the major celebrations during December is definitely the upcoming new year. Now, the question is where and how? As watching fireworks is a must-do for the new year, MyProGuide is taking you to the best spot for your new year fireworks in Taiwan!

Save a spot at “Taipei Manhattan” for the firework display at Taipei 101

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Modeled after a bamboo stick, Taipei 101 was the world’s tallest building until 2010, when Dubai’s Burj Khalifa opened.

It’s one of the most iconic landmarks that is impossible to miss. Its New Year’s Eve show usually lasts a few minutes (the length changes every year; check the official announcement), with fireworks shooting from the tower and thousands of glittering LED lights. The area around Taipei 101, Xinyi District, is often called “Taipei Manhattan”. As the name implied, it is a fancy area with many boutiques and commerce buildings. It is extremely crowded on New Year’s Eve, and roads and some MRT exits nearby are controlled that night. Go earlier to have a nice spot for the breath-taking fireworks. 

Hike to Xiangshan for a starry night (Elephant Mountain)

Going to a mountain on the new year eve? Sounds quite fun, doesn’t it? For those looking for a quieter spot away from the hustle and bustle of the city center, Elephant Mountain is the best spot for you. Nearby Taipei 101 is the mountain that is said to have the best view of Taipei city, Elephant Mountain. The hike to the peak of the mountain is about 20 minutes, and you will be enjoying the spectacular view of Taipei city. Bring some beers and hike to the peak on new year’s eve, this spot is where all the magic happens.

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How to get there: From Taipei 101, walk east on Xinyi Road (信義路) for two blocks until you reach MRT Xiangshan Station, only a 15-minute walk from 101 and completely worth it. To get there faster, take a YouBike from the station across the street from 101 (MRT Exit 2), then return the bike at the park nearby the trail entrance. By MRT: Get off at Xiangshan station (象山), Exit 2 and continue walking till the end of the road, take a left turn at the corner and you will see Xiangshan Hiking Trail (象山登山步道)

A magical night at Kaohsiung E-DA World

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Kaohsiung, home to Taiwan’s biggest harbor, is a charming city in the south. Visit E-DA Theme Park, designed in a Greek Aegean style with three major areas: Acropolis, Mountain City, and Trojan Castle. E-DA has often celebrated New Year’s Eve with performances and fireworks. Welcoming visitors of all ages to celebrate the magical moment when the clock strikes midnight. Head to Kaohsiung, your special destination to be on New Year’s Eve. With a magnificent Ferris wheel in the background, it gives the best view of this lovely city. At new years eve, you would feel like being in another world in the E-DA world. Enjoy your magical new year eve in Kaohsiung. 

Check this year’s programme on the official website: E-DA Theme Park

Enjoying a romantic night at Janfusun Fancyworld (劍湖山世界)

With a great reputation, Janfusun in Yunlin has been part of many Taiwanese childhood memories. It has often hosted New Year’s Eve countdowns with concerts by pop singers, a light show around its Ferris wheel and fireworks; check the official website for this year’s programme. Spend New Year’s Eve at Janfusun for a romantic one!

Partying in Tainan starting from Christmas

Tainan, Taiwan’s oldest city, with lots of stories and history behind it, is a charming city attracting many tourists. In recent years the city has held a series of December events, with music, concerts, Christmas markets and a final countdown on New Year’s Eve! 

Keep yourself updated with the events happening in Tainan on the city’s official tourism website.

Whether you are more of a morning person who loves to watch the first sunrise of the new year or more of a party animal going for a night out on new year eve. Watching the fireworks would be a great way to celebrate your new years with your beloved ones, your friends, or your family. So, don’t miss out on the amazing fireworks for your trip to Taiwan this year!

Cover photo: Sinchen.Lin, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons