I’m excited to share our recent trip to Singapore, Indonesia, and our Disney Adventure Cruise, but first, I’m wrapping up my Taiwan series. We’re still on Day 3, and this post covers our final stop: the Miramar Ferris Wheel in Taipei.
Day 3 Itinerary Recap
Day 3 Itinerary Recap
Maokong Gondola
Maokong Tea Ceremony Experience
Taipei Zoo
Miramar Ferris Wheel
From Taipei Zoo to Miramar Ferris Wheel
After exploring Taipei Zoo, we headed straight to the iconic Miramar Ferris Wheel, located at Miramar Entertainment Park. This was our last activity for the day, and honestly, I was both excited and nervous.
Riding the Miramar Ferris Wheel (What It’s Like)
I have to admit, I’m afraid of heights. But sayang naman our Taipei Fun Pass, so I convinced myself to give it a try.
The boarding process was smooth, and each cabin is enclosed and air-conditioned, which immediately made me feel more at ease.
As the Ferris wheel slowly started moving, I could feel my heart beating faster. The gradual ascent gives you time to adjust, but also gives you time to overthink if you’re scared like me.
As we went higher, the view of Taipei started to open up. You can see buildings stretching across the city, and everything looks calmer from above.
We chose to ride before dinner, so it was still bright outside. We didn’t wait for sunset because we wanted to eat early and head back to the hotel sooner. Even so, the daytime view was still beautiful, clear, wide, and perfect for seeing the city in full detail.
At the top, I felt a mix of fear and amazement. It’s one of those moments where you’re slightly tense but also thinking, “Okay, this is actually worth it.”
The ride itself was slow and steady, which made it easier to manage even for someone scared of heights.
Dinner at Tim Ho Wan Taipei
After the ride, we rewarded ourselves with an early dinner at Tim Ho Wan. It was my first time dining there, even though they already have branches in the Philippines. After a long day, their dim sum was exactly what we needed: comforting, filling, and satisfying.
Before heading back, we did a bit of shopping and found GU inside the mall. Of course, we couldn’t resist, so we ended up buying a few clothes. Stylish and affordable.
Tips for Riding the Miramar Ferris Wheel
1. Best Time to Ride
Sunset for golden hour views
Night for city lights
Daytime (like ours) for clearer, less crowded views
2. Ride Before or After Dinner
We recommend riding first, especially if you’re tired. It’s a great way to relax before eating.
3. Use a Taipei Fun Pass
If you have the Taipei Fun Pass, this ride is usually included, very sulit!
4. Good Even for First-Timers (and Slightly Scared Travelers!)
The ride is slow, enclosed, and safe, manageable even if you’re nervous about heights.
End of Day 3
After dinner and a bit of shopping, we headed back to our hotel, tired but happy. And that wraps up our Day 3 itinerary in Taiwan!
