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The World’s 100 Best Cable Cars & Mountain Railways

Maokong Gondola

Taipei, Taiwan

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST CABLE CARS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 57 2026
Maokong Gondola

Four-station aerial line running about 4 kilometres from Taipei Zoo Station up to Maokong Station. Riders see Taipei 101 and the city skyline, forest and mountains on the way, with tea shops and a viewing platform at the top.

Highlights

  • Zhinan Temple Station
  • Crystal Cabin glass floor
  • 360-degree viewing platform

Good to know

  • One-way NT$180, day pass NT$300
  • Crystal Cabin costs extra NT$50
  • Rain and strong wind halt service

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