Yongchungang Park Taipei Review 2026: Hidden 101 Views

Best Taipei Itinerary Recommendation

The Ultimate Guide to Yongchungang Park

You can't plan a trip to Taipei without including its spectacular night views, right?

When you think of the city skyline, the Taipei 101 Observatory is probably the first thing that comes to mind.

But rather than just looking out from the observation deck, what if you could enjoy a more special night view

where Taipei 101 itself is the stunning backdrop? Today, I'm sharing my review of a fantastic hidden gem!

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Words and photos by Gyoni-pick

Best Taipei Itinerary Recommendation

The Best Taipei 101 Night View Spot

If you want to capture the perfect shot with the iconic tower, Yongchungang Park is the place to be.

It's still relatively unknown, so information online is scarce, but

it boasts a dedicated photo zone where you can capture Taipei 101 in a single, sweeping frame.

It's absolutely perfect for taking those once-in-a-lifetime photos.

Compared to the famous Elephant Mountain (Xiangshan) Observatory, the hike is much less intense,

yet the view is arguably better. Honestly, there's no need to exhaust yourself climbing Elephant Mountain when you have this alternative.

Plus, because there are barely any crowds, you can enjoy the glittering skyline in peaceful silence.

If you just want a comfortable and breezy experience, I highly recommend the Taipei 101 Observatory itself,

but if you were planning to hike Elephant Mountain, or if you're greedy for both an epic night view AND a killer photo spot,

Yongchungang Park is exactly what you need!

Taipei's Best Hidden Night View Spot

Here is the complete guide on how to get there, the best photo zones, my honest review, and some helpful tips!

How to Get to Yongchungang Park

Address

Lane 656, Songshan Rd, Xinyi District, Taipei City, Taiwan 110

Hours

Open 24/7, year-round, Free admission

There are actually two entrances to Yongchungang Park, even though only one address shows up.

If you search on Google Maps, it seems to guide you to the closest route

depending on your starting location.

1. Via Yongchun High School

This is the easier of the two routes. You don't have to scramble up a steep mountain path;

just a gentle uphill slope and a few flights of stairs, and you're there.

If you want to save your energy, definitely start from this entrance.

2. Via Xiangshan MRT Station

This route is a bit more challenging than the high school side.

From the temple entrance, you'll have to hike up a fairly steep incline for about 15 minutes.

It's definitely easier than the main Elephant Mountain trail, but it's still a bit of a workout! ;;

I personally got off at Xiangshan MRT Station and walked.

From Exit 2, it takes about 20 to 25 minutes on foot.

With your back to Exit 2, walk straight in the opposite direction of Taipei 101.

You'll cross a large intersection and weave through some quiet, narrow residential streets.

Eventually, you'll stumble upon a small temple that looks slightly eerie at night.

This is the entrance. If you're thinking, 'Is this really the right place?', yes, it is! Hahaha.

The neighborhood is very quiet, and the lack of streetlights makes the path feel a bit spooky.

The entrance looks so strange that we seriously hesitated about going up.

But we saw a few other people heading up and coming down,

which gave us the courage to start the climb.

Taipei Travel Review: Yongchungang Park

Just when you think, 'Wow, this is exhausting,' you'll arrive at Yongchungang Park.

It's a short distance, but it definitely feels like a mini-hike! Lol.

It was a bit tough going up, but the sense of accomplishment and the fresh air at the top made it totally worth it.

The park itself isn't massive, but it is perfectly optimized for taking photos with Taipei 101 in the background.

You get a dead-center, unobstructed view of the tower!

We hardly saw any tourists; it was mostly just locals hanging out.

Talk about a true hidden gem, right?

If you go to the popular tourist spots, it's always a struggle to get a good position, and you usually have to wait in line just to snap a quick photo.

But here? It was so empty we felt like we had rented the entire park. We took as many photos as we wanted without feeling rushed.

We unfortunately missed the sunset and arrived after it had gotten completely dark, which was a slight bummer.

I highly recommend visiting around sunset—it would be absolutely breathtaking.

TMI:

After getting a solid workout from that mini-hike, the hot pot we had for dinner tasted so much better...! Haha.

Helpful Tips Before You Go

1. Arrive before sunset

If you go late at night like we did, it can be quite dark. I've heard the view with the pink sunset sky

transitioning into the sparkling night view of Taipei 101 is incredible, so try to catch both golden hour and the night lights.

2. Bring water and light snacks

There are no convenience stores or vending machines on the way up. While it's not exactly a grueling trek

that requires heavy trail mix, you'll definitely crave some cold water, so be sure to pack a bottle.

3. Bring a fully charged phone

Some parts of the path are completely unlit, so you will absolutely need to use your phone's flashlight. Make sure your battery is fully charged!

Other Great Taipei 101 Photo Spots

EVOASIS Charging Station

📍 EVOASIS Charging Station
No. 17, Songzhi Rd, Xinyi District, Taipei City, Taiwan 110

We stumbled upon this photo spot near Xiangshan MRT Station by pure coincidence.

There was absolutely no one around, making it a fantastic place to snap a few quick shots.

Crosswalk Opposite Din Tai Fung (Xinsheng Branch)

Doesn't this give off such a cool, authentic Taiwanese vibe?

If you're heading to Din Tai Fung for a meal, definitely try taking a fun photo here while you wait!

You don't always have to visit the most famous viewpoints to get a great shot of Taipei 101; there are surprisingly so many places where it peeks through the city skyline.

If you know of any other hidden photo spots, let me know in the comments!

Did you enjoy this review of Yongchungang Park?

It's the perfect place to go when you want to unwind while gazing at a quiet, glittering city skyline.

If you're tired of crowded tourist traps and are hunting for a

hidden hotspot loved only by locals, I cannot recommend this place enough! :)

Have a fantastic trip to Taipei!