Yi Da, Lihbao Lose! The Champion of Taiwan's Hottest Theme Park TOP 10 Is This One: 'Affordable Tickets, Diverse and Rich Facilities' – Families Don’t Want to Leave

Every summer vacation season, theme parks become the top destination for Taiwanese families and parent-child outings, as well as a popular spot for young people to date and take photos. Theme parks across Taiwan each offer unique features—from indigenous cultural experiences and marine animal shows to thrilling water rides—creating a diverse and highly competitive market. According to the 'Taiwan’s Hottest Theme Parks Ranking' by DailyView Network Temperature, based on online buzz volume over the past month (analysis period: 2026.08.01–2026.08.30), Jiufen Cultural Village claimed the top spot in August, with Far Eastern Ocean Park and Lihbao Resort following closely behind. Which parks are capturing the most online attention? Let’s unveil the top 10 list.

Top 10 Most Popular Theme Parks in Taiwan

Rank 1: Jiufen Cultural Village – 7,756 mentions Rank 2: Far Eastern Ocean Park – 6,114 mentions Rank 3: Lihbao Resort – 5,786 mentions Rank 4: Leofoo Village Theme Park – 4,973 mentions Rank 5: E-DA World – 3,191 mentions Rank 6: Janfusun Fancyworld – 2,720 mentions Rank 7: Shanglinxi Forest Ecological Resort – 1,908 mentions Rank 8: Jiujufeng Animal Park – 1,527 mentions Rank 9: Dongshi Forest Recreation Area – 1,223 mentions Rank 10: Xihu Resort – 724 mentions

TOP 10: Xihu Resort

Xihu Resort. (Photo/Courtesy of Tourism Bureau)

Located in Sanyi, Miaoli, Xihu Resort is a European-style vacation park blending Andersen fairy tale themes with rich natural ecology. The park features a stunning Versailles-style garden and scenic lakes and mountains. During spring and summer transitions, the hills are blanketed with snow-like tung blossoms, while firefly season at night creates a romantic atmosphere. Inside, there are interactive fairy tale zones, a dinosaur world, and vibrant international performances, making it ideal for family exploration. With wellness hot spring spas, the stylish Saint Carlo Resort Hotel, and all-inclusive vacation packages, Xihu Resort is a perfect getaway to escape urban noise, experience Hakka culture in Miaoli, and enjoy deep relaxation.

TOP 9: Dongshi Forest Recreation Area

Dongshi Forest. (Photo/Hung Yu-Hsun)

Located in Taichung’s Dongshi District, the 'Dongshi Forest Recreation Area' is known as the 'Midland Yangmingshan,' a forest-themed park combining natural ecology with physical training. The park is famous islandwide for its spectacular firefly season, where thousands of fireflies light up the night sky from April to May, attracting countless photographers and families.

In addition, the park offers a wide range of forest fitness courses, grass sledding, foot-soaking hot spring pools, and seasonal blooms of plum, cherry, and tung flowers throughout the year. With well-equipped camping areas and log cabins, Dongshi Forest is an excellent choice for outdoor hiking, camping experiences, and connecting with nature in Taichung’s mountainous region.

TOP 8: Jiujufeng Animal Park

Jiujufeng Animal Park. (Image/From Jiujufeng Animal Park Facebook page)

Located in Caotun, Nantou, Jiujufeng Animal Park is a rapidly rising star and Asia’s largest bird-themed ecological zoo. The expansive park houses dozens of rare bird species and adorable pets. Its large canopy aviary allows visitors to enter the birds’ habitat for close observation and interaction. The park’s highlight is its lifelike 'dinosaur models' that make sounds and move dynamically, making children feel like they’ve entered Jurassic Park. With wide, flat pathways and playful facilities, it’s very stroller-friendly and has become a super-popular new landmark for family trips and outdoor ecological education in Nantou.

TOP 7: Shanglinxi Forest Ecological Resort

Shanglinxi Forest Ecological Resort. (Image/From Shanglinxi official website)

Situated in Zhushan, Nantou at an altitude of 1,600 meters, Shanglinxi Forest Ecological Resort is a high-buzz destination for summer retreats and nature-based theme parks. The park offers unique scenery in every season: tulips and cherry blossoms in spring, hydrangeas and fireflies in summer, red maple leaves in autumn, and dawn redwoods in winter. The climate is cool and refreshing, rich in negative ions and forest phytoncides. The famous 'Songlongyan Waterfall' is powerful and majestic, and the forest trails winding through it offer a true escape from urban chaos. Combining natural landscapes, ecological education, and hiking trails, Shanglinxi is a perfect natural destination for seniors, family getaways, and deep forest bathing experiences.

TOP 6: Janfusun Fancyworld

Janfusun Fancyworld. (Image/From Janfusun Facebook)

Located in Gukeng, Yunlin, 'Janfusun Fancyworld' is a long-standing outdoor mechanical theme park that has grown up with generations of Taiwanese. The park is famous for its ultra-thrilling gravity rides, including the 'Flying Submarine G5' and 'Crazy Coaster,' delivering extreme acceleration thrills. The park’s landmark, the 'Happiness Ferris Wheel,' offers panoramic views of the Chiayi-Nantou plains, and its New Year and New Year’s Eve fireworks shows are major islandwide attractions.

Recent additions like the Children’s Kingdom and VR immersive experiences make it ideal for family outings. Free from overcrowding, Janfusun Fancyworld is a must-visit destination for Yunlin tourism and reliving youthful memories.

TOP 5: E-DA World

E-DA World. (Image/From E-DA World Facebook)

Located in Dashu District, Kaohsiung, E-DA World is Taiwan’s only Greek mythology-themed resort park. The park is divided into three zones: 'David City,' 'Santorini Hill Town,' and 'Troy Castle.' The blue-and-white Santorini Hill Town perfectly recreates Mediterranean charm, making it a must-check-in spot for influencers. Troy Castle is Taiwan’s largest indoor family entertainment center, allowing year-round fun regardless of weather. Outdoor rides like 'Spin & Spin' push heart rates to the limit. Combined with E-DA Shopping Mall and a five-star hotel, E-DA World is a top-tier destination for two-day family getaways in southern Taiwan.

TOP 4: Leofoo Village Theme Park

Located in Guanxi, Hsinchu, 'Leofoo Village Theme Park' is a classic international-style park combining a wildlife zoo with four themed villages. The park features Arabian palaces, the American Wild West, South Pacific, and African tribal zones, and is home to famous scream-inducing rides like 'Soaring Eagle' and 'Great Fury God.' Its most unique feature is the open wildlife park, where visitors can take a steam train or beast bus to observe ring-tailed lemurs, white tigers, and lions up close. The summer-only 'Leofoo Water Park' is a popular summer cooling spot. Combined with the Leofoo Villa Eco-Resort, it allows children to experience staying with animals, making it the top choice for day trips and outdoor education in Hsinchu.

TOP 3: Lihbao Resort

Lihbao Resort. (Image/From Taichung Tourism website)

Located in Houli District, Taichung, Lihbao Resort is Taiwan’s largest and most comprehensive integrated theme resort. The park is divided into the land-based 'Discovery World' and the summer-only water park 'Malawan.' Discovery World features the world’s only trackless roller coaster, 'Rescue the Earth’s Core,' delivering thrilling high-speed drops; Malawan boasts the massive wave pool 'Big Wave,' a perfect summer escape. Combined with Taiwan’s largest Ferris wheel, 'Dream of the Sky,' Lihbao Outlet Mall, and an international racetrack, it offers a one-stop destination for dining, entertainment, shopping, and fun. Its excellent transportation access and diverse facilities keep it consistently high on Taichung’s family travel and tourism rankings.

Checking Lihbao Resort’s Google reviews, it has a 4.3-star rating with over 40,000 reviews. Visitors have said: 'We stayed at Lihbao Fullon for three days—didn’t stop playing except for sleeping, and still didn’t get to see everything! You can enjoy it rain or shine, and the staff are great with kids. Thanks, Lihbao, for the happy memories.' 'Tickets are affordable—maybe due to the starlight tickets—crowds surge after 4 PM. If you want to avoid long lines and play casually, come in the morning; you can easily ride each attraction three times.' 'The park is spacious with diverse facilities, from kid-friendly rides to thrilling roller coasters, suitable for all ages. Even on holidays, while some popular rides have queues, the overall flow is smooth. With extra time, you can also visit the nearby Outlet Mall for meals, shopping, or coffee—very convenient.' 'Great for employee trips—fun day with food, drinks, and shopping. Worth the price.' 'Not only are the rides fun, but the staff are like magical enhancers, bringing laughter with their enthusiasm and professionalism.'

Others noted: 'Overall maintenance is good, layout is smooth for play, shopping, and walking. The LINE FRIENDS interactive zone in Lihbao Town with Kumamon is great for photos.' 'Kids didn’t want to leave! Staff at every ride carefully check seatbelts, even on the carousel.' 'Came at noon on Saturday—no waiting, played five rides in two hours.' 'Personally think the ride designs are more thrilling and fun than E-DA, Leofoo, or Janfusun.' 'Adults and kids went wild—huge parking lot, no worries about spots. You can borrow strollers at the counter—no need to bring your own.' 'Rides are super fun, felt like childhood again. Nearby food options are diverse—great, highly recommend.'

TOP 2: Far Eastern Ocean Park

Far Eastern Ocean Park. (Image/Captured from Far Eastern Ocean Park Facebook)