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Miramar Ferris Wheel
★4.2(22,528 reviews)$$Entertainment
🕑 2.5-4 hours👶 Best for ages 4-14. Younger kids will love the arcade games and gentle simulator rides, while tweens and teens enjoy the bowling and more challenging games. The ferris wheel is suitable for all ages and offers a relaxed activity for the whole family.🧡 Saved by 26 families
About
Located on the 5th floor of the Miramar Entertainment Park, this indoor complex combines a iconic ferris wheel with an exciting arcade, bowling alley, and simulator rides. It's a perfect rainy-day destination where families can enjoy multiple activities under one roof, with the ferris wheel offering stunning panoramic views of Taipei while you ride in air-conditioned comfort.
Highlights
- ✓The iconic 80-meter tall indoor ferris wheel with city views
- ✓Modern bowling lanes suitable for kids with bumpers available
- ✓Wide variety of arcade and claw machines
- ✓Virtual reality and motion simulator rides
- ✓Air-conditioned indoor environment perfect for any weather
Pro Tips
- 1.Visit on weekday afternoons (around 2:00-4:00 PM) to avoid the largest crowds, especially during school holidays.
- 2.The complex is inside Miramar Shopping Center, so combine your visit with shopping and dining. The food court has familiar international options if your kids are picky eaters.
- 3.Purchase a game card for the arcade rather than individual tokens as it's more economical and convenient for multiple activities.
- 4.English signage is limited, so download a translation app beforehand or take photos of game instructions to translate.
- 5.The ferris wheel gondolas are fully enclosed and air-conditioned, making it comfortable even on hot Taipei days.
Best Time to Visit
Weekday afternoons between 1:00-4:00 PM offer the shortest wait times. Weekends and evenings get very busy with local families. Avoid Taiwanese school holidays and major festivals when crowds peak.
What to Know
Moderately priced with individual tickets for activities. The Miramar Shopping Center has ample underground parking (signs in English and Chinese). Food courts and restaurants are available throughout the mall, and most accept credit cards.
Seasonal Notes
Open year-round with consistent hours. A great option during Taiwan's hot, humid summers or rainy typhoon season. Chinese New Year and major holidays may have adjusted hours and larger crowds.
Nearby Eats
The Miramar Shopping Center food court on the basement level offers diverse options including American fast food, Japanese cuisine, and Taiwanese favorites. Din Tai Fung (famous soup dumplings) also has a location in the building and is very family-friendly.
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