Taiwan with Kids

Traveling with Children Taiwan is an easy travel destination for families. Cities are well-organized, food is available at all times of the day, and children are warmly welcomed in daily life. Children under six years old travel free on the Taipei Metro. All stations have elevators and escalators, making strollers hassle-free. The dark blue seats in the carriages are reserved for pregnant women, the elderly, and parents with young children. Children under six years old travel free on Taiwan Railway trains if they do not occupy their own seat. Family Excursions The Taipei Zoo is located at the end station of a metro line. Many families take the Maokong Gondola to the upper entrance and then walk downhill through the zoo. The Children's Amusement Park in Shilin District, near Jiantan Metro Station, is affordable and geared towards smaller children. Night markets with snacks and game stalls are usually fun for children; they are quieter in the early evening. Climate and Planning In summer, heat and humidity are high; plan morning excursions and visit air-conditioned museums in the afternoon. During typhoon season from June to October, you should factor in flexible days. Spring and autumn are most pleasant for family trips.