When can I see cherry blossoms in Taiwan?
In Taiwan, the cherry blossom season typically occurs from late January to early April, depending on the altitude and region. The best time to see them usually falls in February and March, with some higher altitude areas, like those around Alishan or Hehuanshan, peaking a bit later, into March or early April.
If you’re looking for a specific location, Yangmingshan near Taipei is a popular spot for cherry blossoms, and they tend to bloom in February. Similarly, Wulai and Tainan also have beautiful cherry blossoms around the same time.
Check Local Updates on Bloom Forecasts
If you’re planning to visit during the cherry blossom season, be sure to check local updates on bloom forecasts for the most accurate timing. It’s always a good idea to check local forecasts closer to your travel date, as the timing can vary a little from year to year depending on weather conditions. Happy cherry blossom hunting!
Taiwan is full of stunning spots where you can enjoy cherry blossoms. Here are some of the most popular locations to see them:
Taiwan Cherry Blossom Forecast
Northern Taiwan
Taipei
- Yangmingshan National Park: early February to early March.
- Lane 42, Pingjing Street, Yangmingshan: January to February
- Neihu Lohas Park: February to early March
- Wenshan Zhinan Palace: Late February to mid-March
- Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall: Late February to March
New Taipei
- Wuji Tianyuan Temple: late February to April
- Wulai: February to March
- Tamsui Tianyuan Temple: Late January to mid-February and Mid-March to end of April
- Huwei Cherry Blossom Avenue Mid-February to early March
- Linkou Zhulin Temple Mid-February to March
- Xindian Sunshine Sports Park: Late January to mid-February
Central Taiwan
Taichung
- Wuling Farm: early February to early March
- Zhongke Waili Cherry Blossom Park: February
Nantou
- Sun Moon Lake: early February to early March
- Cingjing Farm: Late January to mid-March
- Aowanda National Forest Recreation Area: early February to March
- Formosan Aboriginal Cultural Village: early February to early March
- Zhongxing New Village: Mid-February to mid-March
Southern Taiwan
Chiayi
- Alishan National Forest Recreational Area
- Hanshini Forest Recreational Area: mid-March to mid-April
Kaohsiung
- Baoshanerjituanyinghua Park: January to February
Eastern Taiwan
Yilan
- Magao Ecological Park: mid-January to March
Taitung
- Chingshan Farm: February
Hualien
- Taroko National Park: early January to early February