Taipei 101

Located in Xinyi District, Taipei, Taipei 101 is 508 meters tall and was once the world's tallest building. It has a bamboo joint design, a 660-ton damper inside to resist wind and earthquakes, and the world's fastest elevators. As a landmark, its observation deck lets you see the whole city from all 360 degrees.

Highlights of Taipei 101

89F Indoor Observation Deck & 91F Outdoor Observation Deck

Viewing Taipei's scenery from the observation deck

The observation decks—89F indoor and 91F outdoor—are Taipei 101's core tourist spots, giving a great view of Taipei's cityscape. First, buy tickets at the 5F ticket office, then take the world's fastest high-speed elevator. It only takes 37 seconds to go from 5F to the 382-meter-high 89F indoor deck, jumping from the ground to the clouds right away. Large floor-to-ceiling windows surround the indoor deck, so you get a 360-degree clear view and can see all of the Taipei Basin from any corner.

88F Wind Damper

88F Wind Damper

On the 88th floor, the wind damper is Taipei 101's "building-stabilizing treasure." It's also one of just two giant dampers open to tourists worldwide, so many visitors stop here to take photos. This big 660-ton steel ball uses physical movement to cut down the building's sway in strong winds and earthquakes. It's a core structure that keeps super high-rises safe, and it shows well how engineering technology and architectural beauty work together.

101 Skyline 460 Experience

Opened in 2019, the 101 Skyline 460 Experience is a high-end featured attraction of Taipei 101. It takes you into the once state-head-only secret area on the 101st floor, letting you feel the excitement and romance of the world's tallest outdoor rooftop observation deck. Advance reservation is required for this experience. On-site, staff will guide you to take a dedicated elevator, which quickly passes through regular observation areas and directly reaches the 460-meter-high top-floor platform. After putting on safety gear with staff assistance, you can step onto the 360-degree outdoor platform. A "World's Tallest Secret Garden" is also built here—indoor greenery and natural light blend natural elements into the high-altitude space, creating a unique visual experience.

Educational Value

Taipei 101, once the "world's tallest building," set an engineering benchmark. It stands 508 meters tall—surpassing the architectural limits of its time—and uses an innovative "mega-structure" design. It also has a 660-ton wind damper, a rare exposed device worldwide that resists wind and earthquakes. This device solved problems from Taiwan's frequent earthquakes and strong winds, and became a model for modern buildings that mix "function and beauty." Taipei 101 broke the "Western-led" habit in super-tall building design: its high-speed elevator (37 seconds to 89F) and bamboo-inspired Oriental style both show this. It proved that engineering can blend with local culture, and gave later Asian super-tall buildings a reference to follow.

Activities to do at Taipei 101

Dining at a high-altitude scenic restaurant： There are many good restaurants in Taipei 101, and the 85F "L'IDIOT" scenic restaurant is one of Taipei's most romantic places. It offers nice, tasty food—like steaks, lobsters and other options—and lets you see a full view of Taipei at night. This makes it a top pick for special times such as proposals, birthdays and anniversaries.