Taipei 101 Observatory

We decided to take another opportunity to revisit the Taipei 101 Observatory Deck during the festive season. Visiting on a Sunday morning in the lead-up to Lunar New Year, the wait time was quite reasonable and the entry process was smooth. As expected, the panoramic view from the observatory deck remained magnificent and truly breath-taking on a sunny day with clear skies. The sweeping cityscape of Taipei continues to be the highlight and makes the visit memorable. However, compared with our previous visits, we noticed a significant increase in artificial decorative installations inside the observatory area. Many of these decorations appeared unrelated to the skyscraper theme and architectural identity of Taipei 101. Unfortunately, the overall aesthetic felt somewhat mismatched and, at times, gave a relatively “cheap” impression that detracted from the otherwise premium experience one would expect at an iconic landmark. It was also disappointing to find that access to the upstairs outdoor observatory had been closed due to apparent maintenance or works in progress. Despite this reduced access, the admission fee remained unchanged, which did not feel entirely commensurate with the temporarily limited offering. Overall, the Taipei 101 Observatory remains a worthwhile attraction for its spectacular views alone, particularly on a clear day. However, visitors should be aware that certain areas may occasionally be inaccessible, and the current interior decorative setup may not fully align with the building’s otherwise elegant and world-class image.

We came to Taipei 101 Observatory ard the 2nd week of December. During this period, it’s good to note that sunset happens around 5.15pm, so one needs to take note to go up to the Observatory when there is light. I found that it’s nice at night, but the view isn’t really much too fantastic at night. I do think some of the windows are quite dirty, so some photos (when I tried to take, came out quite grainy which was different from what I saw). The gloomy weather at that time did not do the view justice either. It was quite a bummer that the skies were quite overcast and it was blocking out the sunset, which I thought would have been pretty amazing to witness. As a tourist, do sign up for a tourist card so that you could get an additional discount for the entrance fee. We are very thankful that this was accorded to tourists. I had come to Taiwan around 20 years ago and due to the massive queue and no internet booking, the visit to Taipei 101 did not happen during my last visit to Taipei. The queue was quite well managed. However, I was disappointed that even though I had a baby, the staff did not allow us to go through the priority queue even though there was a priority queue signage. Everyone had to go through the regular queue. This however, moves along quite efficiently. The lift is a very fast express lift, which goes up really quickly to the 89th floor. The lift ceiling darkens and you can see a view of the Milky Way lit up on the lift ceiling. Beautiful and well thought out. Upstairs on the 89th floor, it was pretty crowded, and there are shops and stalls selling bubble tea and matcha themed food items. The gift souvenir shop is interesting and it does have quite a few items which are suited for the touristy folks. I do like the set up of the viewing gallery showing the mass damper which allows Taipei 101 to be pretty quake resilient. It is interesting to note that I did not notice such viewing galleries showing the engineering prowess of other taller structures I have visited in other quake proned countries. It is enjoyable that education is intertwined with the tourist attraction. All in, I will definitely recommend Taipei 101 Observatory and you will definitely need to spend minimally a few hours up there to fully enjoy the view and the gallery.

Visiting Taipei 101 today was such a highlight of our time in Taiwan. The building itself is incredibly impressive up close — the scale and design are even more striking in person than in photos. The lift up to the observation deck is unbelievably fast (and smooth!), and once you step out, the panoramic views over Taipei are absolutely breathtaking. Seeing the city stretch out to the mountains beyond was something really special — especially on a clear day. We also loved seeing the famous giant tuned mass damper — such an interesting piece of engineering and a reminder of how thoughtfully this building was constructed. The whole experience felt very well organised, clean and easy to navigate, with plenty of space to enjoy the views without feeling rushed. Whether you’re visiting for the architecture, the shopping below, or the views from the top, it’s absolutely worth it. A must-do when in Taipei! 🇹🇼✨

The MUST visit destination when visiting Taipei. With brilliant views of the city and beyond. We went twice as the first time we visited it was very cloudy (which you don't appreciate from ground level outside, so pay attention to the sign at the payment desk reception that states the view isn't great). The second time gave us fantastic views of Taipei. The prices were very reasonable and we were able to pay at the entrance without booking in advance but be aware that at peak times and seasons it could get very busy and they allocate time slots. Staff throughout the experience were helpful,friendly and welcoming. We paid for entry to the 89th and 101st floors,however the secret garden on the 101st is more for special occasions and doesn't give you significantly better views. The 91st floor exterior walk wasn't available when we went, I'm guessing because of the weather. Things to note when visiting are the giant ball in the centre of the building to stabilise it, the photos you can get at the ground level and purchase at the top, the very fast lift going up and,obviously,the amazing views.

Amazing experience getting up to floor 89 and 101 of Taipei 101. Since you're already in Taipei for a vacation, just do it. I particularly love that they display the big counter weight ball. Go before lunch, less crowd. Highly recommended.

Came at early morning on weekday, minimal queue. We bought the tickets ahead of time from klook. Great view from the observatory. Some of the windows a bit dirty. Bought some souvenirs too from the store. You can also enjoy coffee, ice cream, tanghulu from few cafe at the observatory level.

Visited Nov. 12, 2025. What I thought was a ride to the near top of the building (Floors 85 and 87, $20 USD) for views of Taipei was just the beginning. Yes, the views are very cool but there was so much more to see and experience. There was the Pili Puppet exhibit. Beautiful puppets, works of art. There was the Muted Damper which is the only one in the world that the public view it. Very interesting and amazing engineering! There was an art exhibit expressing different paintings of the tower. Some were Impressionist style, others whimsical. Lots of photo opportunities. There's a few cafes but the Daz Cafe D by far offered a wonderful coffee set. Delicious coffee from around the world and excellent desserts. After exploring all of this, back down on the main floor, there was an interactive exhibit similar to TeamLab stuff. After that you could try in theater gear. It's included with your tower admission ticket. I spent about 3.5 hours taking it all in. Truly enjoyed my visit.

A must-go for all visitors to Taipei 101. The views are worth the price. The observatory is 4 sided, offering 360 degree views of Taipei on a clear day. You take the lift up from the ground floor. In less than 45 secs, you are on the observatory level! There are drink options at that level - use the discount coupon. Going down level, there is the huge dome that is used to help the building counter earthquakes. There is also a gift shop. Overall, a pleasant experience. Choose a clear day. Highly recommended! Thumbs up!

Taipei 101 Observatory is definitely visiting at least once! We recently came with our two kids - they had so much fun. There are various themed photo opps (ie star, greens/flowers, butterfly wings) In addition to the amazing city view. Tickets get you access to the main floor 98 with views and a second floor where you can see the tuned mass damper / large golden sphere that helps protect the building from earthquakes etc. from a diff view. There are also interactive experiences such as a stamp area if you buy or bring postcards or paper. Gift shop and ice cream / coffee options are also on this floor, in addition to clean restrooms. Few tips: - Purchase your tickets online, young kids are free - We purchased earliest time (10am) to avoid longer lines - There is a newer option to go to the outdoor upper floors with a harness, age requirement is 12+ and tickets much more expensive -if you've been before or don't want to spend the money (I think roughly $30 usd per adult) then you can look into coffee options on upper floors with similar views.

Per the travel guidebooks and online, Taipei 101 is the #1 must see attraction in Taiwan. I beg to differ. A week after visiting Bangkok's 78 floor King Power Maha Nakhon Sky Tower with its open air bleachers seating, glass floor and bar (sorry no Yelp in Thailand), Taipei 101 felt a bit of a letdown. The elevator was super fast up to the 89th floor. The interior observation deck was ok, but there was not much to do after climbing a few more floors to the outdoor deck. The views are mostly blocked if you are under 5'5" and unsightly metal bars are all around instead of glass. Also there is no place to sit and relax to enjoy being on top of the world. The most interesting aspect is the gigantic ball that provides a counterweight to the swaying of the building during high winds and earthquakes. I learned more about physics than I recall from my high school class. Maybe Taipei 101 should be #3 or so.

I brought my family ad a staple stop for Taipei. I appreciated the coupons that came with the tickets for snacks upstairs. Though it was a pretty busy day, we did not feel overwhelmed with our visit. The scenery around was crystal clear. My kids enjoyed the snacks and gift shops!

This is one of those places that every tourist visits. It one of the tallest buildings in the world with spectacular views of Taipei. I didn't purchase tickets in advance or use klook, just stood in line for about 10 mins to purchase tickets, and another 10 mins in the elevator line. We came off season and mid-week, so it wasn't crazy busy, though the elevator was still packed. Once we got up there we saw beautiful but hazy views of the city. They have themed areas that you can take instagram worthy photos or just sit on the floor, relax, and take in the views. The outdoor observation deck was closed for refurbishment, so we didn't get to that floor, and we didn't want to pay to go the the 101 floor as it was significantly more expensive. Even the basic ticket was pretty pricey, but since we were being tourists, decided to take part. They give you several coupons for the establishments on the floor, but we didn't purchase anything. I could see people spending hours just hanging out up here taking it all in. The dampner was really cool and learning how it stablizes the building was very interesting. I would definitely recommend visiting on your tourist list.

The views!!! This incredible building is not only stunning from street level, but has impressive views for 360 degrees. We spent about an hour at the top (could have been more) admiring the views in all directions, enjoying some snacks, browsing the gift shop, and the true gem...seeing the worlds largest and heaviest tuned mass damper. Why is this so cool???? This is the only exposed one that the public can view. It is huge!!! It acts as a giant pendulum, moving back and forth countering the movement of the tall building in the event of an earthquake, high winds, etc. There is a floor dedicated to learning about how this works and it was truly interesting. This once was the tallest building in the world, currently ranking #11. It's 100% worth a visit. Below the building is a shopping mall and one of the cities Din Tai Fung locations.

Taipei 101 Observatory / Xinyi (Taipei) -- Once Jamie W and I checked into our hotel and figured out how the metro worked, this was our very first destination in Taiwan. Why? Because everybody said to come here. Lemmings that we are, we really didn't apply logic to our decision because there was a rumbling storm in progress with increasingly gray clouds. In fact, at the ticket counter, they had a warning sign: "The view is not clear" (photo: https://yelp.to/07tyNaXMB0). That didn't deter us because we figured it would be less crowded. Not really. I realized that a lot of people came here to Instagram themselves. The views were merely a diversion because once we made it to the 88th floor, it was a cornucopia of photo-ready set pieces which were surrounded by people waiting to pose and shoot. We did manage to see some of the cityscape through the fast-moving clouds. We actually paid NT$980 to take a second elevator up to the 101st floor where we could only stay for an hour. I sat on a shaky floral wreath for what else but an Instagram moment. It's a much smaller floor that was flooded with fake flowers. There were a few tables next to the windows where we got the same partial views. We didn't last ten minutes, so we went all the way down to the busy ground floor. Dim sum was calling our name. RELATED - Exploring Taiwan? Here's my collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/3YNkL5j

Worth every penny. TWD600. Wow and lots of wow. Tour a starts at 5th floor. They have an ice cream bar and more at floor 88.

A beautiful upper deck at the top of tower 101. You get access to the 89th floor worth a basic adult ticket, unless you pay extra, you can go higher. There's a bunch of photo opportunities around the hallway. We got to watch the sunset from the west side of the building. It was a very beautiful moment to experience from so high up. In the middle of the circular hallway, there is a giant gold wind damper with videos and pictures, showing you how it stabilizes the building during high winds and earthquakes. They have coffee shops and snacks around the hallway, which they give you coupons for, at the ticket desk downstairs.

Once inside the building, take the elevator up to the observatory (5th floor) to buy your tickets. I got the standard ticket, which takes you to the 89th floor and you can view outside onto the sky deck on the 91st floor. To reach 101 floors, it's an extra cost. The standard ticket was enough for me 'cause you can view a lot already. Inside, they decorate it nicely with different themes at different sections of viewpoints. They also have a gift shop where you can buy a unique Taipei 101 iPass/Yoyo Card. If you want to view the sky deck, you take the stairs up to the 91st floor and can view outside, but they do bar a lot of the view, so I think the 89th floor is better with the windows. Overall, beautiful view and great experience.

This a a must stop. Elevator is like super fast We went during the day but we have herd that evening is an entirely different experience

I've been to a number of observatories throughout my travels, but never one as pretty as Taipei 101. Once you take the elevator to the top, you're greeted with so many floral decorations along with the view of the city. Wear a cute outfit because after looking out for Daan Park and some of the monuments, you might want to get some instagram pics with the displays. The ticket price is comparable at $30 and worth it. The one thing I would add is that the ticket packages can be confusing, and the cashier wasn't the most patient when we asked about the upgraded ticket. There are some coupons included with the ticket for the cafes and shops on the observatory deck. We used ours for a boba and ice cream, but honestly, just save your money because it wasn't that good. When you're leaving, there's a Cremia ice cream shop downstairs. Take your time to explore the observatory, there's a small movie room and art gallery, and upper deck open to outside. My mom and I had a really nice time and enjoyed ourselves!

Pricey by local standards. View was ok when we went but I've heard it's not good on cloudier days. 20 NT binoculars didn't work even though the video plays so save your money. 37 seconds to travel 89 floors. 2 floors up is a limited outside area with bars that prevent any good picture taking. Huge stabilizer ball inside. Long line to get up and even longer line to get down again.

We made it to the 101st floor of the building and so glad we got tickets online in advance as they were sold out on day of. Very busy tourist attraction but a definite must see. The 101st floor is quiet and they limit the number of visitors which is great!

Another tourist attraction in Taipei. It is not a free attraction. It was a cloudy day when I visited so didn't get good views of the city but luckily, the clouds slowly cleared up. All around the observatory, there were a lot of photo backdrops opportunities. Super instagrammable. Get your cameras ready! My sister and I had a lot of fun taking pictures and selfies. We did that even more than looking out the windows to observe the city lol If you're going to take plenty of pictures, give yourself at least an hour here. Have fun and enjoy!

I've been to a decent amount of observatories but Taipei 101 was my favorite! They recently opened the 101st floor to visitors and although it's not the tallest building in the world, the views are amazing and they really decorated the interior with tourists in mind. I bought my tickets on Klook, including entry for the 101st floor. You have to reserve these ahead of time because when we arrived, the 101st floor was completely booked for the day. On Klook, we picked a date and time for our tickets and when checking in at the front desk, the worker assigned us an additional time slot for the 101st floor. Go early to beat the crowds! The elevator takes you up to the 89th floor first and there are so many places to take pictures. They decorated windows and walls with neon lights, fake plants and flowers...it's just very Instagrammable. And at the 101st floor (which you can get to via elevator in the gift shop), it's even more decorated with floral/garden themes. Very relaxing up there because it's not as crowded! I'm not sure if this is allowed but I wish we had bought a drink at the café on the 89th floor and brought it up to the 101st. The gift shop at the top is the biggest and will have the most souvenirs, not the one at the bottom of the observatory. And if you happen to buy over NT$2000, you can request tax refund for foreigners. If you haven't been to Taipei 101 Observatory, you have to check it out at least once. Although I wouldn't go again, I think this should be a top recommendation for first-timers in Taipei.

I feel like most observation decks are pretty similar, but I still end up visiting whenever I'm traveling to a new city with a tall building. Taipei 101 has definitely been the most unique out of all the ones I've visited so far, because of the amount of effort they put into the interior decorations. We purchased our tickets in advance on Klook. When we arrived in the early afternoon, they were no longer taking walk-in ticket purchases since they were all sold out for the day! So make sure to reserve in advance. The ticket for the 101st floor comes with a 1-hour time slot for the 101st floor and unlimited time on the other upper floors. We first checked out the other upper floors while waited for our time slot for the 101st floor. The 89th floor has a cafe, gift shop, and plenty of space for you to walk around and look at the windows or take photos with the whimsical decor and photo ops they have set up. Once your time for the 101st floor comes, you can go up via the elevator in the gift shop. An hour for the 101st floor seemed like a long time so we didn't think we would take the whole time, but it was so beautifully decorated and relaxing that we actually spent almost the entire time slot there! There's even a bathroom up there, they really thought of everything. Overall, highly recommend for any first-time visitors to Taiwan. Like most observation decks, this is more of a one-and-done type experience, so I probably wouldn't return in the future.

The Taipei 101 experience is definitely a unique one! The tallest building in Taiwan, you get to go up to the 91st floor. The elevator takes you up most of the way, some of my group complained about ears popping from the fast ride but I definitely didn't notice that. You get a great 360 view of the surroundings Taipei! There are many computers present so you can identify what buildings you're looking at, and there are several cute photo ops too. There's also a gift shop up there! One of the most exciting things is the wind damper ball, which helps protect the building from wind and earthquakes, and I believe the largest one built to date! I went to the building at night which was beautiful, about 30 min before they close at 9. I personally recommend going during the day, so it's easier to see the city!

I lived in Taiwan for 3.5 years, and last month was the first time I was able to visit. It is certainly worth visiting for the wow-factor and to take pictures. In the elevator your ears will definitely pop because of the high speed you travel to get to the floor of the viewing platform. On the viewing platform, there is a cafe, a gift shop, and several themed stations where you can take selfies or take pictures with your friends/loved ones/family. The cotton candy machine is popular among youth. At certain windows you will see information about famous locations or districts in Taipei. The gift shop is worth visiting, because they offer one-of-a-kind gifts you will not find anywhere else. The cafe has a chic atmosphere with some seating if you want to just kick back a little.

This was a great tourist attraction to go to. It looks beautiful at night. The price is about the same as any other major tourist attraction. I took off one star because we just missed the cut off time to do the skyline. Skyline is where you're securely strapped and you can walk around outside at the very top. The views from the observation were stunning. Employees were nice and helpful.

Another tourist attraction you have to see. Costs about $30 usd per person. The building houses 5 floors of high end stores and retailers. I've been to many other observation decks that are much higher than this. They're all basically the same but it's an attraction you just need to go to cross it off your list. On this visit, they closed out half of the exterior deck so you can view the skyline from outside. Spend One hour of your time then go shopping afterwards. Not much to say here.

Formerly the tallest building in the world, Taipei 101 is one of the national symbols of Taiwan. Reasonably priced (especially if you compare it to the Empire State Building or something similar in the States), you'll even get an additional discount if you're a Taiwanese resident. Once you clear security and make your way up to the observation floor in the super fast elevators that are still among the fastest in the world, you're left to your own devices with no time limit. I've been to the observation deck at least a half dozen times or so no (thank you Taiwan family who kept insisting on taking me back here when I was younger). On my latest visit in January of 2023, I noticed that quite a bit had changed since my last visit pre-Covid. The views are the same, but the 101 folks had set up a lot of what I would call "instagram traps" - little kitschy made for instagram photo area. It's not really my thing, but they certainly seemed popular. There's also a gacha type collectible figurine series now themed after Taiwan's most popular tourist attractions (101, sun moon lake, sky lanterns, etc). The gift shop had a number of neat, cheap souvenirs for purchase, including some pretty unique postcards (postcards with tea, postcards that you could turn into a small model, etc) though be warned these may be difficult to actually send back to your home country in the mail. The cafe had expensive (for Taiwan) coffee and desserts. I'll inevitably be back here again one day and will be curious to see how they keep things fresh on my next visit.

Okay, I've been there, done that! With any observatory, it gets boring once you're up there. Of course, it's a tourist attraction, something you must do once, and that's enough. They take a cheesy picture of you before lining up with everyone else. Once you're up there, you're walking around in a circle taking pics and selfies, then the only way to leave is through a cafe and gift shop just to exit (like any tourist attraction). By then, you're waiting in another long line for the elevator. I was anxious to leave after 20 minutes, and felt a little claustrophobic. 'Til next time or NOT, enjoy the city views & see you on Yelp (SYOY)!

beautiful but pricey and can get extremely crowded. you can definitely see Taiwan and it's a stunning view.

We came in the evening after eating in the dining hall located at the base of Taipei 101. This is the tallest building in Taiwan and used to be the tallest building in the world. If you come up at night, you can see the lights of Taipei from a high vantage point. There is a fast track ticket for extra $ that allows you to bypass the line or you can just wait in the regular line. Depending on what time you go, the line could either be really long or short. It was short when I went, but that's not something that you can predict prior to going. The views are amazing from the top. You go to the 89th floor and walk around to see the view from every point. There are some places to get food and the mall is located at the bottom of the building. Lots of places to shop and lots of different food to try. Overall one of the top tourist destinations in Taipei. You can buy your tickets online (probably faster than trying to purchase them on the 5th floor entrance to the top of the tower).

Made it to the Taipei 101 observatory for the first time!  Despite being advised that the view wouldn't be very good due to inclement weather, I decided to go up anyway. After all, I've been looking forward to this during the whole trip, so I figured why not spend the $20 USD and go up to the top. Before going into the observatory, they have you walk through security like you do when you're at the airport. There was a mural of art dedicated to the culture of Taiwan, which was lovely to see and learn from. At the Taipei 101 observatory, and I found it beautiful despite the weather being foggy. I loved being able to get a birds' eye view of Taipei, and seeing how they marked the North, East, South, and Western directions of Taiwan. I thought it was so cool that there was a giant damper available for the public to see, and there were videos that showed how the dampers worked. They had mascots called Damper Babies, and they were so funny and cute. They made me think of different Hogwarts houses. I walked around for a couple of hours, enjoying my time, taking photos of the city view. When night came, the whole city was like stars beneath me. Once I went back into the elevator to descend to the lower levels, I loved seeing the LED constellations on the ceiling above us, and watching how fast we were descending. It was such a smooth elevator ride, the beauty and technological advancements of Taipei 101 made me proud. Despite the rainy and foggy weather, and everyone saying it's a tourist trap, I really enjoyed getting a bird's eye view of Taipei, learning more about some culture and history of Taiwan, seeing the exposed damper that keeps Taipei 101 stable, and enjoying the evening city lights. Next time, I want to try the 460 observatory deck!

Fun experience! It takes about 30 seconds to get to the top and you essentially have 360 degree picture taking opportunities. There are also a lot of props throughout to give your photos extra flair. The tickets to the top came with some promos you can use at the top as well.

When traveling, it's pretty customary to check out the scene and what better way to enjoy night views. When in Taipei, the solution is simple: Taipei 101 Observatory. Come here during the evening and you'll be rewarded with breathtaking city lights. The cost involved is approximately US$20 that you pay on the 5th floor of Taipei 101. Keep in mind that there are many tourists who think alike so be patient as it'll require some time going through their safety screening process. Once you enter the elevator, it'll just take 37 seconds for you to ascend to the 89th floor which is the Observatory. You'll be able to walk around the whole floor with a 360 degree view of the city. We came at night so we were rewarded with amazing city lights that lit up Taipei. There were multiple stations that allowed to take commemorative photos as well as educational exhibits. You can also watch a short documentary in the theater, do some souvenir shopping and munch on some light snacks on this floor. Between the 87th and 91st floors is the famous 730-ton Gold Ball, that stabilizes the upper floors of Taipei 101 during strong winds and earth movements. It's massive and strategically placed in the middle. If you like stairs, from the 89th floor you can climb several flights to the 91st floor, which is the Outdoor Observatory. This floor is weather permitting, which means they will close this floor should weather conditions make it unsafe. Luckily, it was a clear night so we were treated to breathtaking views and fresh air. Like any tourist attraction, there is common courtesy and respect that you should extend to others around you. However, sadly this is not practiced as unsupervised children and anxious adults barged their way through. Nonetheless, Taipei 101 Observatory should also be on your check list when visiting Taipei. There are many things you can do after visiting here that can be enjoyed by all ages.

Great observatory!! Beautiful 360 views of Taiwan and a lot of nice shops upstairs. There's a little popsicle stand upstairs that legit has the tastiest popsicle I've ever had - it was the 5 or 6 color one that had yogurt, strawberry, kiwi, blue citrus, passion fruit, and syrup (?) flavor. The stand is called Fruit Rock. D Bar88 here is also great, the royal milk tea is really cool with the cotton candy on it. My only complaint is some of the windows are FILTHY. I'm sure it's got to be tough to clean those but the point is to be able to see out of them and some of them are too are too dirty to see much out of. Most are fine though.

I have traveled to Taiwan many time for work. And been on the Taipei 101 observatory many times and always recommend anybody to visit and gain no only the mall, the food, and it's technology to withstand typhoon high speed wind load, and Earthquake. When you visit the top floor and have a chance to go outside of the balcony view, you will understand what I am talking about... 1) Technology: Amazing using the counter weight method to withhold the strong wind and earthquake . 2) Top floor: are the museum with history, gift shop, snack, technology education 3) view: the view from the top is a million dollars worth... it's one of the kind between day and night.... 4) experience: Traveling to a different country is already exciting and what push it over the top is site, technology, food and all the things local do... If you have a chance to travel to Taiwan, then remember to visit some of its local offers. Go international foodie

Well, it was once the tallest building in the world and is still the tallest in Taipei. So no matter where you go, you'd probably see it glancing at you! It's easy to get there by taxi or MRT, just took off at World Trade Center metro station. The observation tix station was on the 4th floor, so we got to admire the interior on our way up. After we got the tix, we went up by the world's fastest elevator. The ride up was quite enjoyable with some fancy light action! Once you are on the observation deck, we saw the entire Taipei city, took some pictures with the world's largest damper, and sent some post cards to our loved ones. Then we headed to the outdoor observation area, which was super windy and a bit scary when you look down! This is actually my third time visiting Taipei 101, and yes I'd still recommend it!

Well worth the trip and the NT$510 entrance fee (that's around US$20) to ride the super fast elevator and get to the observation deck. It's normally NT$600, but I found a discount code online. You will want to check the weather before making the trip. It was a little bit overcast today, so I didn't have as much of a view as you would on a very clear day. Still, I could see for miles and miles and with no other buildings nearly as tall, that is quite a lot of the Taipei area, too. Interactive screens on the inside observation area in several languages including English will help point out some of the sights so that you can easily work out where you're looking and find what you want to see. Once you've walked around the 360 degree observation room, you can also walk up two flights of stairs to the -open- observation deck and be outside, on the second tallest building in the world. There's a bathroom up here, if you feel the need. There is a lot of marketing and stores that you won't have any choice but to go through, both at the entrance on level 5 and at the exit to the elevator down, but don't miss the opportunity to see the damper ball and the video that explains how this 660 ton metal ball helps to keep the building from swaying in the wind. Very interesting!

Review #054 - 2019 We showed up and bought a ticket for the 8:30 PM viewing time, but you still have to wait in line to get onto the elevator so I'm not exactly sure what the purpose of the time slot is. Going up was pretty quick. I think it's the fastest one out of the three places that we recently visited. The Namsan Tower (777 ft) was pretty fast, but I think it's also shortest in height comparison; whereas the Tokyo Tower (1,093 ft) was the slowest and Taipei 101 (1,671 ft) is the tallest & fastest. You also get a great 360 degree view at Taipei 101 compared to the other two as well. There's definitely more room for people to wonder around & take pictures. My biggest complaint is that it took us more than half an hour to go back down as the line got super long toward the end of the night. They should definitely have more functional elevators or force people to leave according to their time slot instead of everyone waiting to leave at the same time. My other complaint is that if you purchase the photos, they don't give you a code to upload your photos online. They give it to you on a USB. Why? Isn't it cheaper to just let us download it from their website instead of having us carry a USB back home, which we could possibly lose along the way while packing to go back to our original destination? You'd think in this day & age someone would have suggested that by now...SMH

"Wow", that was my first word when I saw the view of Taipei 101! The 101 is a cool spot offering gorgeous views of the City of Taipei! FYI: Check the weather before you come! If its poor visibility you should reschedule to another day, however, they do warn you at the ticket counter of the chances of poor visibility at the top before paying for tickets. From the amazing architecture and views to the luxurious shopping and eateries, it has it all! Going to the top is a must at least once in your life. The elevator is amazingly fast and smooth, and the top deck is just breathtaking. This is one of the best places to get a 360-degree view of the City. Note that the entrance is on the 5th floor of the 101 building. Purchase ticket before stepping into the high-speed elevator which will take you to the 89th floor. Tips: - If you're a student, show your ID for a discount. -Buy your tickets on Klook.com for some good deals! You also get to skip the payment process, which can be a long line. - Get there early to avoid the crowd (Makes for less waiting time and less crowded pictures). Couple cool features: *The Damper! It's a 700+ ton ball that looks like it's painted a slight gold-ish that keeps the 101 stabilized. I haven't seen this before in any skyscraper, so I thought it was pretty neat. You can view it from the top as well as the bottom by walking up/down a few flights of stairs *observation deck - there's not much to see BUT it's cool that it has an open-air observation deck. Not a lot of buildings this tall have this feature. Once you're up top, the views are striking, particularly if the weather is clear and you come in the late afternoon before dusk. As with any city, I find watching the transition from daylight to a glittering night skyline to be a treat. Fantastic panoramic views of the City so bring your camera and be prepared to take as many photos as you can!

$20 pp to go to the 88th & 91st floors. The more expensive visit outdoors is not possible due to the weather. It took us :30 to buy our tickets & weave up towards the elevator. We went 358 meters for the view in 47 seconds. Floor to ceiling windows with beautiful views of the mountains, City, monuments .... They took a picture before we came up and there were lots of souvenir shops throughout. Unfortunately it took another :30 to get out winding through shops & restaurants.

Taipei 101 is a popular landmark, making it a must-see when in Taiwan! However, shame on me because I did not go up to the observatory deck... Instead, my boyfriend and I took a nice stroll around the area (Taipei's winter weather is amazing), looking up at the beautiful building and taking pictures. When we got hungry, we paid a visit to the food court and was impressed by all the options. Everything looked delicious... Afterwards, we explored around a bit more and checked out the shopping area, most of which are high-end brands. We spent a good hour at 101 and I thought it was worth it (even though we didn't go to the top). For me, the dining and view from below was highly enjoyable. I suggest passing up on the observatory deck, especially if you are on a financial and or time crunch! Lastly, I love that 101 is located in the Xinyi District, because there is plenty to do and see in the area!

Observe the Taipei World Financial Center aka landmarked as the super tall skyscraper in Xinyi District, Taipei, Taiwan. Price: - Adult $600nt ~ $18.58 USD (Currency at the moment 12/28/16 - $32.30 New Taiwanese Dollar per $1 USD) Tina's Thoughts and Triggers - Get there early if you want to avoid crowds - Proceed to 5th floor for ticketing - Lockers is $10nt ~ $0.31 for the entire stay as long as you have the key - Postcard area is pretty neat for purchasing to send back home or to whoever. --- $100nt ~ $3.10 for 3D postcards --- $50nt ~ $1.55 for regular post cards --- $12nt ~ $0.37 for stamps - Cool Wikipedia fact: It has the fastest elevator going from the 5th floor to the 87th in 49 to 53 seconds. - 91F is outdoor deck of observatory, which was closed when I went - Damper in the middle is known to help the building during typhoon season - Many shops and eateries on 87th Observatory floor - Pineapple cake, Mango ice cream, souvenirs shop, etc - Great touristy area! Must visit when you come, reminds me of Seattle's Space Needle!

I've been to many observatories, this one is not that great, absolutely long waiting lines and disorganized, customer service was bad as well. I wouldn't recommend to come to the top if you run short of time in Taipei.

Taipei 101 observatory is a beautiful experience. My friends and I visited in the afternoon as the sun was setting. My pictures won't do justice, but the sights are breathtaking. Even more amazing was the fact you could stay up there as long as you wanted and drink beer. An amazing combination. The "ball" was also an interesting part of the tower. Watching the video of it swaying back and forth during that 6.0 earthquake a few years back was frightening. I couldn't imagine what it felt like being so high up in a quake like that. There's an upstairs, outside view as well and little shops inside. Watching the sun set over the seemingly smaller, symmetrical city is the opportunity you won't get very often, even in New York York Tokyo!

Taipei 101 is their World Trade Center. The observation deck is on the 88th floor. If the weather permits they let you walk up the stairs to the 91st floor to the outside deck. The open at 9am and costs roughly $20US to head up. They have the worlds fastest elevators going the max speed at 1010 m/minute. You get a 360 degree view of the city. There's not really much to do up there. There's a theater where you can view a short documentary about the place. There's also this big ball hanging from massive ropes in the center. If the ball moves, that's how much the building is swaying. The 88th floor is circular. When you walk in the circle, there's various shops. There's the tourist photo that you can purchase with Taipei 101 in the backdrop. There's the souvenir shop, jewelry shop, and ice cream shop.

Big time tourist trap. Cool view, but wouldn't go unless doing 460 tour on a clear day

Everyone is trying to compete for the highest building and sadly, Taipei 101 lost that spot but still is a need to go place! Cost is 600 NT (about $19 US). We arrived at 10:15am and bought the 11:30am ticket. We walked around the inside of the building for a few minutes before we got the ticket. The ride up the elevator was extremely fast and if you look up the ceiling, it has stars and space. When you get to the top, you get an amazing view and there are lots of vendors there. Cafe and jewelry. It's a 360 view and you can't sit on the little balcony. If you walk towards the stairs, you can go up another flight of stairs to check out the view outside but there are huge fence bars so nobody would jump so not much to see. If you go back inside, in the middle of the room, you will see a gigantic ball and very important for the building? Why? Because it's a way to prevent the building or windows from shaking due to weather conditions. Really interesting to learn about! I would definitely recommend this place. Get here early to avoid huge crowds and lines. When we got back down, the lines were out the door so rise & shine and get to Taipei 101!

Lines move relatively fast. Limited visibility despite the "excellent visibility" on the board. i was bummed with the outdoor observatory as only a small area was open to public. The cool things to see here are the wind damper and expensive coral sculptures.

Gorgeous views of the city and least crowded if you arrive to buy tickets when they open 0900. There's a clean bathroom to the left right before you enter the ticket room and s private coffee vendor where they gave out samples of tea and delicious mango nougats for 450 NT with label Candy House. The Observatory has a bunch of concessions hawking tea, ceramics, beauty goods, glassware, honey products, etc. right before you enter the elevator to the top. It's a rapid accent and when the door opens, the view is spectacular as you walk around to see the views of Taipei and mountain range beyond. There are concessions up in the Observatory too. Several lower floors will take you to the gold Damper which balances the building during seats and inclement weather or earthquakes. Another explains how the damper works, a different floor takes you to the outside Observatory deck but there is limited access where you are not allowed to walk around completely and you are watched by guards. There's a video about the construction of the building on the same floor. Highly recommend a visit here, like seeing the Empire State Building in NYC.

First time in Taiwan? Go to the Taipei 101 Observatory for an incredible view of the city, some souvenirs and memories that will last a lifetime. The line is pretty long to get to the elevators to go up or down. However, this was the fastest elevator for public use from approximately 2004-2015. Literally takes less than 30 seconds to go all the way to the top.

Don't come for the brash consumerism in the lower floors! Come for the observatory! It was not too expensive, the line wasn't too long, and they don't rush you out, in fact, you can stay as long as you like, and take pictures from the windows and open air deck for as long as you like. Also, don't miss the indoor buffer weight which keeps the building from swaying too much during an earthquake or typhoon (TIL that typhoon is just the name for a hurricane in the East). There are plenty of interesting displays and a nice gift shop. The only issue is the weird, super overpriced jade shop you have to walk through. High pressured sales people ask you to buy ridiculously expensive pieces of jade and coral on your way through. You don't have to spend too much time there, and there are some beautiful displays, but it's kind of weird...

I'm so amazed at the elevator! It only takes a few seconds to reach the observatory and it is one of the fastest elevator in the world! There were a lot of people lining up at the bottom floor and even though the line looks long, it moves pretty fast. I booked the ticket on Klook and I redeemed the physical ticket at the self service machine which was faster and cheaper than lining up to buy tickets. The view was so amazing! I am a sucker for going to any kind of observatory and seeing the skylines. I went there a little bit before sunset so I can see the view at day and night time. The night view wasn't that attractive because it was all dark and the sky was hazy, so you'll defiantly get to see the view better in the daytime.

If this is your first time in Taipei, a visit to Taipei 101 is a must see. This used to the be the tallest building in the world until the Burj Khalifa surpassed it as the tallest building. Nonetheless, this building's sheer mass is impressive. The ticketing office is actually on the 5th floor of the Taipei 101 mall. I purchased an adult ticket for $500 NTD. The entrance to get in line to the elevators was around the corner. I went through some metal detectors with security guards directing people through the lines. The queue to the elevator took at least a good 20 minutes before I was able to board. There was a placard outside the elevator mentioning that it was the fastest elevator in the world. Unfortunately, I am disgusted by the fact that they cram so many people in the elevator! First of all, they should have installed more elevators or increase the size of the elevator. Instead, you are crammed in the elevator like sardines. What if the elevator got stuck? We would have been screwed. Anyhow, once you get through the cattle call, the views of Taipei from the observation deck are amazing. I also checked out the vibration damper on the floor below the observation deck as well as the highest point which was cordoned off so that people can't jump off the building. To exit, you have to go through a large jewelry shop which is so lame. I came for the view, not for the jewelry. You have to go through another stupid long line to get back down, crammed in the tiny elevator yet again.

For 500NT, you can get a 360 degree view of the surrounding Taipei area. The view was OK when we went, but it wasn't amazing. Looking down you'll see building structures and on the outer edges greenery, although the fog was obscuring most of the color. The view wasn't what I spent most of my time here, it was more at the gift shop and taking pictures with all the cute damper baby statues they have around the floor. They have a station near the gift shop where you can put a damper baby stamp on a postcard and then send it off. You can also view the giant damper that's in the middle of the building. It's pretty impressive that this giant pendulum ball can stabilize the building if an earthquake or strong winds occurs. Leaving the observation floor is quite a maze. You first go through a gallery of jade items, and then you go though sales people trying to sell you jade items. I'm not sure how it's got anything to do with the observatory, but it's quite annoying.

If you have the need to see a cool building, you are not afraid of heights, in for a treat and love really big stuff... go see Taipei 101. I've never been to a building in the top 10 of the worlds tallest and this was an education. The price, not bad but not cheap. The experience, very memorable for me, the wife and the two teens. Sweet snacks and beer with mango ice cream is at the top. I took a time lapse outside on the outer deck and it was not an issue. I'll make this a stop on future visits to Taiwan.