[2025 Taipei Restaurant] Travel Guide for MAO KONG CHA WU (Updated Jun)

📍Address: Maokong, Taipei Maokong is a famous spot in Taipei for making tea, drinking tea and watching the night view. It is right next to the zoo! Although it rained on the day I went there, it had a unique flavor! There really is a celebrity cat 🗓️Itinerary: Take the Maokong Gondola to visit the zoo Take the Maolan Zoo Station for one stop and get off at the Zoo South Station. Transfer to the Zoo Tourist Train to enter the zoo. This way you can walk all the way down the mountain (downhill) when visiting the zoo, which is more friendly to young babies. You can also experience the Maokong Gondola. If you enter directly from the zoo gate, you will need to walk uphill all the way, which is relatively tiring. Take the Maokong Gondola to the bottom station There are 4 stations in Maokong: Zoo Station, Zoo South Station, Zhinan Palace Station, Maokong Station The total journey time is about 20-30 minutes. 💞Recommendation reason: There are many tea restaurants, dessert cafes, and restaurants. It is highly recommended for those who want to go up the mountain to experience the scenery of Taipei! This time, my baby wanted to sleep, so I took some photos after getting off the cable car and chose a nearby hot stir-fry restaurant. The result was not bad. Restaurant: Daguanyuan, affordable, white-cut chicken recommended Tips: Online advance ticket purchase/Purchase at the 4th floor boarding area/EasyCard Maokong Gondola, Wenshan District, Taipei City When visiting Taipei, it is recommended to take the MRT directly to the Zoo Station (walk 500m to the Maolan Zoo Station (very close) #TaipeiTravel #MaokongGondola #TaipeiZoo #TaipeiParent-ChildWalk #Taipei Family Attractions #Taipei Must-Visit Attractions #Taipei Good Places to Take Kids Out #Taipei Night View #Taipei Itinerary

Super good place. The views are very tranquillity! 🍂

#AprilGoodDestinations2025 📍Address: Maokong Tea Fragrance Notes 💰Average Consumption: $50 💞Recommendation reason: There are many different kinds of tea for sale, ice cream, many different kinds of fruit tea and soap for sale I strolled through Maokong Station in the afternoon and followed the scent of tea into the "Maoshan Tea Road". The wooden shelves were filled with fragrant tea leaves. I picked two pieces of green tea flavor and smelled the fresh roasted fragrance as soon as I opened them. There is a rest area on the side of the store, where several tourists are tasting Chayun ice cream and the Dongding Oolong in the porcelain cup is glowing with amber light. I leaned against the windowsill and took a bite of matcha soft serve ice cream 🍦 The bitter tea aroma blended with the sweet milk, and I looked out at the mountain mist slowly climbing over the tops of the camphor trees. The aftertaste of Tieguanyin just rose in my throat 👍👍👍 The aroma of tea wafts through the Maoshan Tea House at Maokong Station. I bought two incense sticks of green tea, which were filled with a refreshing aroma. There are seats in the store for tourists to drink tea and eat ice cream. I tried the matcha soft serve ice cream and watched Shanlan paired with Tieguanyin. The tea flavor and sweet aroma danced on my tongue.

#Let's go to Asia In the evening, take the subway line R and line BR from Zhongshan Station, get off at Zoo Station, and you can go to the ropeway station right after getting off. A friend from Taiwan recommended the Maokong Ropeway in the evening! On the way there, it was still light and you could enjoy the mountain scenery, and on the way back, the night view of Taipei, the numerous high-rise apartments, and the orange lights were sparkling. You can also see Taipei 101 in the distance, which is amazing. There is a tea shop near the station at the top of the Maokong Cableway, where you can sample Taiwanese tea and buy some fragrant Taiwanese tea as a souvenir. 📍Address: No. 35, Lane 38, Zhinan 3rd Section, Taipei City #Maokong Ropeway Station

A wonderful evening view..#Taiwan attractions on the cable car at Maokong

**Maokong Gondola Travel Review** **advantage:** 1. **Great view**: Maokong Gondola provides a magnificent view of Taipei city and mountains, especially at dusk or at night, the night view dotted with lights is particularly charming. 2. **Convenient transportation**: The cable car station is within walking distance from the MRT Zoo Station, which is suitable for independent travelers and can be paid with EasyCard. 3. **Multiple Carriage Options**: Regular carriages and "crystal carriages" with transparent bottoms are available to increase excitement and photo-taking fun. 4. **Abundant surrounding attractions**: After arriving in Maokong, you can taste Tieguanyin tea, visit tea gardens or trails, and experience the combination of nature and tea culture. **shortcoming:** 1. **Long waiting time**: On holidays or in fine weather, there will be many passengers waiting to board, so you need to wait patiently. 2. **Weather has a big impact**: In case of strong winds or thunderstorms, the cable car may suspend operations. It is recommended to check the official website announcement before departure. 3. **Ticket price is slightly higher**: The full ticket price is about NT$120-150 (one way). If there are multiple people traveling together, the fee may be higher. **suggestion:** - Avoid weekends and national holidays and choose to take the bus in the morning or evening on weekdays to reduce waiting time. - Bring your own drinking water and sunscreen as the train compartments can be quite hot and stuffy in the summer. - Combine it with a Maokong tea restaurant or hiking trip to make your half-day trip more fulfilling. **Summarize:** Maokong Gondola is a unique aerial tour in Taipei that combines natural landscapes with cultural experiences. It is suitable for families, couples or photography enthusiasts. Although there are some minor shortcomings, it is still worth recommending overall!

Maokong has beautiful scenery. In addition to hiking, it is not recommended to consume your own food in the area. After the Spring Festival, the one-way fare of the Mao Cable Car has been increased from NT$120 to NT$180, and the crystal car will be charged an additional NT$50 per person starting on March 1. The reason is that the company is losing money. The number of passengers is not enough to cover the operating costs, and perhaps no investigation has been conducted to find out why tourists would rather go to Jiufen than Maokong. A taxi to the same area, Yinhedong, costs NT$700 per trip. The cost of a scenic restaurant is about the same as that of a city restaurant, but the portions served are one-third of the size. It's not a Michelin restaurant. If you can't eat enough, you have to eat outside. This is the warning I received after spending a day as a tourist. Food is the most important thing for people. It is also curious how long a scenic area can last if it cannot satisfy tourists with food.

Maokong Cable Car Station has a good environment 🕰️Business hours: 9:00-21:00. Closed on Mondays 📍Address: No. 8, Section 2, Xinguang Road, Wenshan District, Taipei City, Taiwan 116 ❤️Follow Green Leaf to visit Taiwan attractions❤️ ◾️Muce|Maokong (no cat)◾️ Maokong, listed in the guidebook of Wenshan District in Taipei City, has been an important tea-producing area in northern Taiwan since the Qing Dynasty. After 1980, it developed into the famous Maokong tourist tea garden. The Maokong Gondola was opened in 2007 and is referred to as the Maokong Cable Car. In 2013, it was endorsed by Hello Kitty. Does the place name Maokong have anything to do with cats? The common theory about the origin of the name Maokong is that the river eroded the riverbed to form many "potholes", which are uneven holes. In Taiwanese, they are called "Jiâu-khang or Liâu-khang", which was later mistakenly written as "Niau-khang" with a similar pronunciation. In the "Taiwan Fort Map", the Chinese characters marked here are not "猫空" but "猫空" (note that it is "猫", not "猫"), and the most important pronunciation is "バ―カン" (Bākang). ah! It turns out that the previous place name in Taiwanese was Bâ-khang, not Niau-khang, which overturns the theory that it changed from "Zhoukong" to "Maokong". "Map of Taiwan Fortress" (Meiji edition), 1:20,000. Before we go any further, we need to clarify the words “cat” and “cats” because they have been confused over the years. The traditional Chinese characters commonly used in Taiwan are based on the Mandarin dictionary compiled by the Ministry of Education, which only has "猫" but no "猫". In the simplified Chinese commonly used in China, "猫" is the simplified Chinese character for "猫", which is no longer in use. In Japanese kanji, whether in the new or old fonts, there is only "猫" (kana ネコ, romanization Neko) but no "猫". From this perspective, the Chinese and Japanese words "猫" or "猫" refer to the same cat. In Taiwanese Chinese characters, according to the Dictionary of Common Taiwanese Minnan Words compiled by the Ministry of Education, "猫" is the standard character, and "猫" is a variant of "猫" (variants may refer to ancient, simplified, vernacular, and calligraphy styles, etc.), so "猫" and "猫" can be used interchangeably. However, in the early days of Taiwanese Chinese characters, "cat" (Niau) refers to a cat, while "cat" (Bâ) refers to a different civet. The civet cat (also known as the white-nosed palm civet) is common in Taiwan's mountainous areas and is called "fruit cat" (Kué-tsí-bâ) in Taiwanese. In the popular Taiwanese drama "The Substitute Prince", "raccoon cat" (Lî-bâ) refers to a cat rather than a cat. From this point of view, Taiwanese Chinese characters originally distinguished between "猫" and "猫", but may have been influenced by Japanese and Chinese and gradually became confused.

Here are brief introductions ✨Dadaocheng Wharf Container Market: 📍No. 1, Minsheng West Road, Datong District, Taipei City, Taiwan Situated at the end of Minsheng West Road in Taipei’s Datong District, the Dadaocheng Wharf Container Market is a vibrant riverside destination known for its colorful container stalls offering a variety of international cuisines and local delicacies. Visitors can enjoy cycling paths, boat experiences, and picturesque sunsets along the Tamsui River. The market is especially lively during evenings, featuring music performances and cultural events, making it a popular spot for both locals and tourists.  ✨Lehua Night Market: 📍Yongping Road, Yonghe District, New Taipei City, Taiwan Located in New Taipei City’s Yonghe District, Lehua Night Market is a bustling traditional market offering a wide array of Taiwanese street foods, snacks, and local specialties. The market’s vibrant atmosphere and diverse culinary offerings make it a must-visit destination for food enthusiasts seeking an authentic Taiwanese night market experience. ✨Maokong Teahouses: 📍No. 38-1, Lane 38, Section 3, Zhinan Road, Wenshan District, Taipei City, Taiwan Perched in the hills of Taipei’s Wenshan District, Maokong is renowned for its scenic tea plantations and numerous teahouses offering panoramic views of the city. Visitors can enjoy traditional Taiwanese tea ceremonies, local cuisine, and serene hiking trails. The Maokong Gondola provides a scenic ride to the area, making it a popular destination for those seeking relaxation and cultural immersion amidst nature. Each of these destinations offers unique experiences that showcase the rich culture and vibrant lifestyle of Taipei and its surrounding areas. #celebrateit

Yesterday and today, we should have seen the biggest full moon of the year🌝🌝🌝 Although today is not the Mid-Autumn Festival, it is also very good😋 Especially around 7:30 pm, if you are in the city or in a high-rise building, you can see a huge full moon rising from the building🏙️🏙️ People under the moon can be very romantic tonight😍😋 I still have to go to work these two days, and I thought that there would be few people going to watch the moon on weekdays, but in fact, there are not many people when eating, but the later it is, the more young people there are😆😆😉 It happened to be in Taipei City at this time. In addition to Yangmingshan, you can come to the famous zoo back mountain , called Maokong, because it is rich in Wenshan Baozhong Oolong, there are many places to enjoy the moon and drink tea🌝☕, the transportation is convenient, there is the only cable car in Taipei to go up the mountain, and with the minibus on the mountain, the location of the Yueyue Tea House is very close to the small sky trail, which is a perfect location. In mid-October, it is cool, and there is less light pollution here✨🎈 and there are a few small stars to see✨ Relaxing and cool weather, and going up the mountain with friends for a date, delicious food [blow kiss R], it will be the best after a hard day at work😎 #romanticgetaway #travelcoolexperience #coupleouting #travelinspiration #romanticthings #Taiwan #Taipei #Taipeiattractions