Beitou Park is a green public park in Taipei’s hot spring district, close to Xinbeitou MRT Station. Opened in 1913, it has shaded paths, an arched bridge, ponds with lotus and lily plants, and a route along the Beitou River. The park connects to Beitou Public Library, and the Beitou Hot Spring Museum is also here. Stop for a walk among the trees, visit the library, or wash your feet before using the free hot spring foot-soaking area.
A park shaped by Beitou’s hot springs
Beitou Park opened in 1913, at the same time as the Beitou Public Baths. Its paths and greenery sit within Taipei’s hot spring district, where the Beitou River runs nearby. The park was designed to extend across both banks of the creek, and its setting brings together water, trees and the area’s thermal springs.
The river and surrounding hot spring area have a sulphur smell. Treat the park as a place to walk and look around; the river itself is not open for bathing.
Ponds, paths and the library
Follow the paths past mature trees, fountains and planted areas. An arched bridge and ponds with lotus and lily plants add distinctive stops along the way. When the lotus flowers are in bloom, the pond in front of Beitou Public Library draws people taking photographs.
The library is directly connected to the park. Its wooden design sits among the greenery, making it a natural stop on a walk through the grounds. The Beitou Hot Spring Museum is also in the park, though it may not be open on the day of your visit, so check before planning around it.
Foot soaking and outdoor baths
A free hot spring foot-soaking spot gives you a chance to join a local routine. Wash your feet before entering, as a courtesy to others using the water.
For a longer soak, the outdoor hot spring bath by the river has six pools with different temperatures, from hot to comfortably warm. The stated admission is NT$40. This is a separate option from the free foot soak, so choose according to how much time you want to spend in the hot water.
FAQ
How do you get to Beitou Park?
The park is near Xinbeitou MRT Station. Walk through or alongside it on the way to Beitou’s hot spring area.
Can you soak your feet for free at Beitou Park?
Yes. There is a free hot spring foot-soaking area. Wash your feet before using it.
How much does the outdoor hot spring bath cost?
The outdoor bath by the river is listed at NT$40 and has six pools at different temperatures.
What else can you see in Beitou Park?
The park connects to Beitou Public Library and also has the Beitou Hot Spring Museum, ponds, paths and an arched bridge.
