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Elephant Mountain (Xiangshan)
Best time to visit
Sunset or just before dusk for dramatic city lights and Taipei 101 illumination, especially on clear evenings. Weekday early mornings offer bright views with fewer people and cooler air.
Budget tips
Free entry, no admission fee; access via Xiangshan MRT station exit 2, use an EasyCard for cheaper metro rides. Bring water and snacks to avoid buying from limited trail vendors.
Recommended for
Photography enthusiasts, Hikers with moderate fitness, Couples, Solo travelers
Plan your visit
1-2 hours
About
Datos rápidos: Sweat and exhilaration meet on a narrow staircase of about 600 stone steps, where layered lookout platforms reward the breathless with sweeping, glittering city panoramas. Golden-hour crowds and eager photographers stake out the best ledges, chasing the electric glow as the skyline shifts from warm pinks to twinkling blues.
Destacados: Climb the steep stone staircase of roughly 600 steps to a ridgeline perch that frames a 101-story skyscraper like a tiny model among a sweep of orange city lights, and at golden hour the air fills with the click of camera shutters and the warm scent of roasted chestnuts from street vendors below. Local photographers often arrive up to 60 minutes early to stake out one of about five favorite platforms with tripods, a low-key ritual of taped footprints and friendly bargaining over perfect angles that turns sunset into a communal countdown.
Insider tips
- Wear sturdy shoes, many steep steps and uneven stone sections make hiking sneakers preferable.
- Arrive 30–45 minutes before sunset for the best light and a shorter wait at the main Taipei 101 viewpoint.
- Take the northern loop or side paths to escape the busiest staircases and find quieter lookout platforms.
- Bring a small flashlight for the descent if staying after dusk, and pack water since vendors are sparse on the trail.
Practical info
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Tip: We strongly recommend a free walking tour on your first day to get to know the city with a local guide. They usually cover all main attractions and you can ask for personal recommendations based on your interests for the next days. Book early as spaces fill up fast!
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