Taiwan Cherry Blossom Forecast 2024: Where and When to See Sakura in Taipei, Hualien & More
The one thing that everybody loves about Spring has definitely got to be getting to enjoy the gorgeous cherry blossoms. Besides the usual Sakura hotspots like Japan and Korea, did you that there are also many cherry blossom viewing spots in Taiwan, too?
Plus: travelling to Taiwan means you get to enjoy a shorter flight from Singapore and an abundance of amazing food all around you (yes, Taiwan night markets!). Sold? Here's a quick guide on where to catch those cherry blossoms!
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Spring in Taiwan
Besides the pale pink blooms, Spring in Taiwan (which happens from March to May) also brings with it pleasant temperatures ranging from 18°C to 26°C, making it the perfect time to visit. The cherry blossoms are in full bloom in March and April, so if you want the most spectacular views - time your visit then!
Taiwan Cherry Blossom Forecast 2024
⚠️ The following cherry blossom forecast dates are estimated from previous years. The blooming of cherry blossoms is greatly affected by weather conditions and the actual blooming dates may vary slightly every year!
Best Places to See Cherry Blossoms in Taiwan
Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Northern Taiwan
1. New Taipei - Wuji Tianyuan Temple
Wuji Tianyuan Temple is one of the most popular destinations for cherry blossom viewing in the country – and for good reason!
Various kinds of cherry blossom trees surround the area, framing the 200-meter-tall pagoda in delicate shades of pink and white. In full bloom, they’re so fluffy they look almost cloud-like.
We recommend visiting between late February to April to catch the blossoms. Plus, it’s only about ~40 minutes away via car from Taipei, making this the perfect escape away from the city.
If you are travelling in February, be sure not to miss the cherry blossom festival night illuminations from 4.30pm - 8.30pm every day from 5-18 February 2024!
The pagoda itself is located on top of a small hill, and the cherry blossoms are behind it, so no worries if you don’t see the cherry trees when you first arrive at the temple!
Just follow the pathway leading uphill to get there, and you’ll see the pagoda in no time. The walk is a little steep but for the cherry blossoms and the bird’s-eye view of New Taipei at the end? We think it’s totally worth it.
2. New Taipei - Wulai
If you’re looking for more day trip ideas from Taipei, this one’s for you! Wulai is a hidden gem about two hours from the capital, known for its hot springs, waterfalls, and river landscapes. Taiwanese cherry blossoms bloom a lot here, these are more crimson compared to other varieties of cherry blossom species and they peak from February to March.
For the ultimate cherry blossom viewing experience, we recommend beginning with Wulai Waterfall. While this is walkable from Wulai Terminal Station, you can also try the Wulai Scenic Train for a more picturesque journey to the falls.
Don’t forget to check out Wulai Old Street for yummy traditional Taiwanese street cuisine as well! It’s just a 20-minute walk from Wulai Waterfall. Don't miss out on a hot spring experience while you're in Wulai, too!
3. Taipei - Yangmingshan National Park (陽明山)
Cherry blossoms in Yangmingshan
Spanning around 28,400 hectares, it's safe to say that there are many places to enjoy cherry blossoms within Yangmingshan National Park! These include areas near the bronze statue of Chiang Kai-shek, Shuilian Cave at the second parking lot, the park's visitor centre, lake and mountain green space (湖山綠地), cherry blossom stream (櫻花溪流) and more!
Besides cherry blossoms, Yangmingshan is also known for various other seasonal blooms like Rhododendrons in early spring and Calla Lilly in April, making the national park a real springtime hot spot.
Cherry blossom at Ping Jing Street | Image by @cjc0327 on Flickr
If you're looking for the most romantic cherry blossom trail in Yangmingshan, 42 Pingjing Street (平菁街 42 巷) is the place to be! It's also the earliest cherry blossom viewing spot in Taipei.
Besides the cherry blossoms in Yangmingshan, we also really recommend giving Beitou a visit! Explore popular locations like Beitou Hot Spring Museum, Geothermal Valley, Qingtiangang Grassland and more!
4. Taipei - LOHAS Park (內湖樂活公園)
Photo Credit: @melisaprilia on Instagram
With a 3km long cherry blossom trail along the Neigou River in Neihu, there's definitely no shortage of cherry blossoms to admire at LOHAS Park. You'll be able to see various species of cherry blossoms that include Yae sakura (八重櫻), Showa sakura (昭和櫻), Yoshino sakura (吉野櫻) and Formosa sakura (福爾摩沙櫻)!
Night cherry blossom event at LOHAS Park | Image from LOHAS Park official page
The blooms here usually happen around the Spring Festival and if you get the timing of your trip just right, you'll be able to see the flowers gradually change from pink and white to pink and deep red.
#KlookTip: If you're looking for something that's extra romantic, visit the park at night and take a stroll along the perfectly lit cherry blossom trail!
5. Taoyuan - Lala Mountain Loving Farm (拉拉山恩愛農場)
While most visit Lala Mountain to have a taste of its sweet and juicy peaches during summer, it is also home to one of the best cherry blossom viewing spots in spring! Covering an area of about 4 hectares, step into Loving Farm and you'll be surrounded by a sea of pink petals.
You can even bring your own food for a picnic under the trees and take a close-up selfie with the cherry blossoms with the small ladders that are provided by the farm!
6. Yilan - MaKau Ecological Park (馬告生態公園)
Cherry blossoms at MaKau Ecological Park | Image from MaKau Ecological Park Official Page
The perfect destination for all you nature lovers, at MaKau Ecological Park, you'll be able to enjoy cherry blossom blooms in spring, a firey sea of maple leaves in autumn and plum blossom blooms in winter!
If you're looking for something a little more romantic, there are also hot springs in the park that you can take a soak in while enjoying the blooms under the cherry blossom trees.
Yilan is also famous for their hot springs, so go ahead and take a nice relaxing soak while you're here!
Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Central Taiwan
8. Taichung - Wuling Farm (武陵農場)
Cherry blossoms in Wuling Farm
Being one of Taiwan's most popular cherry blossom viewing spots, expect more than 20,000 cherry trees of different varieties like mountain cherries (山櫻花), Yae sakura (八重櫻) and Wu She sakura (霧社櫻) when you step into Wuling Farm!
9. Nantou - Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village (九族文化村)
Photo Credit: Formosan Aboriginal Cultural Village Official Website
With blooms starting as early as February, enjoy the romantic atmosphere of the Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village where you'll be able to view 8 different varieties of cherry blossoms from over 5,000 trees.
Did we also mention that you'll also get to experience a magical cherry blossom festival here too from 7 February - 3 March 2024!
#KlookTip: Take a short detour to Sun Moon Lake and enjoy the panoramic springtime view of the cherry blossom blooms from the sky!
10. Nantou - Sun Moon Lake (日月潭)
The largest naturally occurring body of water in Taiwan, Sun Moon Lake is named so because of its appearance. It’s split in the middle by tiny Lalu Island, which makes the left side of the lake look like a crescent moon, while the right side looks like a whole sun.
From early February to early March, you can catch this unique sight amidst blooming cherry blossoms!
Photo Credit: @hungmao11 on Instagram
For the full experience, we recommend hopping aboard the Sun Moon Lake ropeway to enjoy the cherry trees from above, as well as a 360-degree view of the surrounding mountains. Nearby attractions also include the Shuishang Bikeway (Crowned by CNN as one of the World’s 10 Most Beautiful Bikeways), Wenwu Temple, Longfeng Temple, Ci En Pagoda, and Yongjie Bridge.
11. Nantou - Aowanda National Forest Recreation Area (奧萬大森林遊樂區)
Cherry blossoms in Aowanda National Forest Recreation Area | Image by Aowanda National Forest Recreation Area Official Page
Sitting at an altitude of 1,100 - 2,600m, the Aowanda National Forest Recreation Area will always have magical views to offer all year round, with butterflies in summer, maple leaves in autumn, cypresses in winter and of course, cherry blossoms in spring!
12. Nantou - Cingjing Farm
Discover Taiwan’s gorgeous mountain landscapes with a visit to Cingjing Farm! This spacious farmland lets you experience the country’s natural beauty from new heights — literally.
Photo Credit: @cyp880430 (L) and @___cloudy____ (R) on Instagram
At an elevation of roughly 1,750 meters above sea level, you have limitless views of the surrounding mountains in Nantou County. You’ll also be able to explore Swiss-inspired architectural structures and go up close and personal with cute sheep that roam around the grounds.
Photo Credit: @hi_di_jyun on Instagram
During spring, the cherry trees that line the pathways of the farm blossom into lovely shades of pink and white. Don’t miss out on the Cherry Blossom Hiking Trail to snap a photo (or twenty). If you’d like more of a thrill, though, you can go up the Cingjing Sky Bridge. Spanning over 1.5 kilometres, this is the highest elevated skywalk in the country.
Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Southern Taiwan
13. Pingtung - Wutai Sandimen Township (霧台三地門)
Wutai Cherry Blossom King | Image by @youxing_tu on Flickr
Popular for its annual cherry blossom viewing activities, there's a 30 year-old cherry tree in Wutai Township that's referred to as the 'King of Cherry Blossoms in Wutai'. If you're thinking of making a trip down, do note that you would need to apply for a mountain pass at the Sandimen police station and pay an admission fee of $10 TWD to enter!
14. Chiayi - Alishan (阿里山)
Take the Alishan train to enjoy the beautiful scenery along the way
You'll know when spring is here when the Yoshino sakura in the Alishan Forest Recreation Area starts blooming! During the cherry blossom season, this already popular Taiwanese landmark is made even more gorgeous with pink cherry blossom petals sprinkled all over the top of the mountain.
Coupled with the many Japanese-style buildings in Alishan, the cherry viewing experience here is a unique one as you'll feel like you're in Japan! Drink tea under the cherry trees, take a walk around the various tea gardens and just soak in the surreal atmosphere.
15. Chiayi - Hanshini Forest Recreational Area
Photo Credit: @vivian06041 on Instagram
If you’re looking for hidden photo spots this cherry blossom season, then the Hanshini Forest Recreational Area is for you! There’s a Tai Chi pavilion in the park with a footbridge leading up to it and it’s surrounded by rows of white cherry blossoms. It’s a stunning sight and you’re sure to get some great pictures here.
Photo Credit: @sky_kuei on Instagram
As you stroll through the rest of the park, you’ll also find other cherry blossom varieties in darker shades of pink and fuchsia. There’s also a restaurant inside with an amazing view that overlooks the surrounding mountains.
Nestled in the mountains of Chiayi, the Hanshini Forest Recreational Area is a little over an hour away from Alishan via car. You can see the blooms here from mid-March to mid-April.
16. Kaohsiung - Baoshanerjituanyinghua Park
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Nicknamed the Harbor Capital of Taiwan, Kaohsiung offers the lively bustle of city life along with beautiful ocean views. From romantic riverboat tours to day trips to the nearby Cijin Island — there’s something for everyone here!
It’s also a perfect base to begin your cherry blossom viewing experience in spring. Just a two-hour drive away from Kaohsiung is the Baoshanerjituanyinghua Park where thousands of cherry blossom trees can be found. Usually visible from January to February, you can enjoy a relaxing stroll through the park and its many hiking trails.
Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Eastern Taiwan
17. Hualien - Taroko National Park (太魯閣)
Photo Credit: Taroko National Park Official Facebook
Both a popular attraction and cherry blossom viewing spot, take a day trip to Taroko National Park from Taipei and enjoy the beautiful views of cherry blossoms along the way.
And if you’re visiting in spring, you’ll be happy to know that you can find cherry blossoms here! Clustered around the Tian Siang Visitor Center, the light pink and magenta cherry trees are a refreshing sight amidst the mountain scenery. They can usually be found from early January to early February. Some of our must-visit places are the Xiaozhuilu Trail (小錐麓步道), Jiuqu Cave (九曲洞) and the Swallow Grotto Yanzikou Trail (燕子口步道)!
18. Taitung - Chingshan Farm
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While Chingshan Farm is most popular for its hydrangea gardens in summer and golden daylily fields in autumn, you can also find cherry blossoms here during spring! They usually bloom in February and can be found along the park’s walkways. Don’t forget to snap a photo before exploring the rest of the farm, which offers views of peaceful natural scenery all around.
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