The 16 places the travel guides we read name most, what they say about each, and fares from your city.
The places, most named first
From the 8 guides that rank for "best beaches in taiwan"
Named by 7 of 81. Fulong BeachNew Taipei City, TaiwanAbout 1.5 hours by train from Taipei and well suited to families.Summer sand sculpture festival draws artists from around the world.
Named by 6 of 82. Wai'ao BeachYilan County, TaiwanOne of the most popular Taiwan beaches for beginner surfers.Black volcanic sand, about two hours from Taipei on the regular train.
Named by 4 of 83. Baishawan BeachNew Taipei City, TaiwanSoft white sand near Taipei, good for sunbathing and an easy day trip.Currents and tides can limit swimming, so check conditions first.
Named by 4 of 84. Kenting
Pingtung County, Taiwan
The tropical south has the sand and snorkel water, with Kenting named first.
Many beaches there suit swimming, snorkelling, surfing and scuba diving.
Named by 2 of 85. Laomei Green ReefNew Taipei City, TaiwanIn spring, green algae covers the volcanic rock ridges, a favorite for photos.Not ideal for swimming, and the reef shows only at low tide.
Named by 2 of 86. Qixingtan BeachHualien County, TaiwanA crescent of smooth pebbles rather than sand, good for walks, cycling and sea views.Close to Taroko Gorge National Park, so it pairs with a hiking day.
Named by 2 of 87. Shanyuan BeachTaitung County, TaiwanKnown for sunrises and quieter than the popular beaches.Named among five fantastic beaches in Taitung County.
Named by 2 of 88. Xiaoliuqiu IslandPingtung County, TaiwanClear water and coral reefs with plenty of snorkeling.Scooters are the way to get around the island.
Named by 2 of 89. SanxiantaiTaitung County, TaiwanKnown for its arch bridge and good for a leisurely walk.Listed among beaches on the main island, in Taitung County.
Named by 2 of 810. NanwanKenting, TaiwanThe south-coast all-rounder, gentle in summer and punchier in winter swell.Known for beach days and water activities.
Named by 2 of 811. Green IslandTaitung County, TaiwanSuited to snorkeling and diving, with lots of marine life.
12. Dawan BeachTaiwanWell equipped for a family day out, with paddleboard rentals.
13. PenghuPenghu archipelago, TaiwanOffshore islands with candy-blue water.
14. Jinzun HarbourTaitung County, TaiwanHosts a surfing open every November.
15. Wanli BeachNew Taipei City, TaiwanOne of the more unusual shorelines near Taipei.
16. JialeshuiPingtung County, TaiwanHas good waves for surfing off the coast.
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When to go
Travel guides most often name March to April and October to November as the best time to visit Taiwan.
Named by 7 of 81. Fulong BeachAbout 1.5 hours by train from Taipei and well suited to families.Summer sand sculpture festival draws artists from around the world.
Named by 6 of 82. Wai'ao BeachOne of the most popular Taiwan beaches for beginner surfers.Black volcanic sand, about two hours from Taipei on the regular train.
Named by 4 of 83. Baishawan BeachSoft white sand near Taipei, good for sunbathing and an easy day trip.Currents and tides can limit swimming, so check conditions first.
Named by 4 of 84. Kenting
