About Maokong Gondola 貓空纜車
The Maokong Gondola system is 4.03 kilometers long and its body is in the shape of a “7”. This is Taipei City’s first fully automatic circular cable car system. There are 6 stations in Maokong Gondola, 4 of which are for passengers to get on and off the cable car, namely Taipei Zoo Station, Taipei Zoo South Station, Zhinan Temple Station, and the Maokong Station. The other two stations are used only for mechanical equipment and electricity and do not provide passenger services. It is very convenient to take the Maokong Gondola. Just take the MRT Wenhu Line to the last stop, Taipei Zoo Station, then walk to the Maokong Gondola’s Taipei Zoo Station and transfer to the Maokong Gondola.
Maokong Station Visitor Center
Service Hour: Tuesday to Sunday: 09:00~18:00
Telephone: 886-2-29378563
Regular Cabin and Crystal Cabin
There are a total of 147 cabins, including 31 crystal cabins. The Regular Cabin can accommodate up to 8 people. The Regular Cabin floor was changed to 3 layers of tempered glass with a total thickness of about 48 mm and a glass weight of about 213 kg. The transparent floor has passed the European CE safety certification and each vehicle is limited to 5 people. The Crystal Cabin transports passengers every 2 to 4 minutes on average.
There are two queues: one for Crystal Cabins and the other for Regular Cabins.
Can I use EasyCard to take the Maokong Gondola?
Each EasyCard can be used for one passenger only. The most convenient way to take the Maokong Gondola is to use the EasyCard. You swipe your EasyCard before boarding. Please be sure to top up before queuing. If your EasyCard balance is insufficient, you may lose your place in the queue when you top up at the counter.
How Long does The Ride Take?
Because the weather changes, it won’t run at the same speed. It usually takes about 20 to 30 minutes. According to the official website, the one-way cable car journey takes approximately 17 to 37 minutes. Depends on the system speed (operating speed is 5 m/s ~ 2 m/s).
Maokong Gondola Ticket Price
Regular Cabin: (for foreigners)
One-Day Pass: NT$300 (Valid for unlimited Gondola rides)
Single-Journey Tickets: NT$180 (per person per trip)
Upgrade to Crystal Cabin: Add NT$50 per person per trip (Max.5 passengers only)
Chartered Cabin: Add NT$600 per car per trip
Children aged 0-5 years old can ride for free when accompanied by a ticketed adult. Each adult is limited to 2 children.
How to Buy Tickets
■ You swipe your EasyCard before boarding. Please be sure to top up before queuing.
■ Taipei Transport Fun Pass NT$400 (1-Day Pass + Maokong Gondola)
- Unlimited rides on Taipei MRT and Maokong Gondola (Closed on Mondays)
- Unlimited rides to Taipei, New Taipei, and Keelung City Bus (excluding buses with 4-digit numbers)
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Opening Hours
Tuesday to Friday 09:00 – 21:00
Saturday and Sunday 09:00 – 22:00
Conditions of Service Suspension
When one of the following events happens, the system will suspend service temporarily and will resume service after assessing locale conditions.
▎The service will be temporarily suspended when wind gusts reach 16 m/sec (about Force 7) and continue for over 3 seconds; or when wind gusts exceed over 18 m/sec (about Force 8).
▎The service will be temporarily suspended when there is a lightning strike in any section of the route.
▎The service will be temporarily suspended in the event of an earthquake of an amplitude exceeding Scale 4.
▎Service will be temporarily suspended during land warnings for typhoon (if warning includes Taipei), depending on actual weather conditions and whether school and work has been called off.
The Best Time to Visit
It is important to choose good weather to ride, otherwise you may encounter Service Suspension. The best time to visit the Maokong Gondola is on weekdays when there are fewer people. It’s a great place to come when the weather is nice, and you can enjoy the endless mountain views. The cable car goes through the undulating terrain, and you can see the running subway trains, the park of the Jingmei River, the Giraffe Incinerator, the highway, etc. on the way. I hope you can also have an unforgettable experience. The cable car ride is also a great place to enjoy beautiful sunsets and evenings when the city lights come on.
Blossom Season
Apricot Blossom Season: Jan~Feb
Lupin Season: Feb-Mar
Tung Tree Blossom Season: Apr~May
Bamboo Shoot Season: May~Jun
Spring Tea: May~Jun
Where to Stay?
How to get to?
Transportation information
From: MRT(BR01 Taipei Zoo Exit 2) → walk 300 meters
Google Map: Maokong Gondola’s Taipei Zoo Station
Maokong Tour Bus: Free or Single-Fare
Passengers who ride the Maokong Gondola can transfer for free to the Maokong Tour Bus on the same day. Feel free to make use of this service as needed. Swipe your EasyCard to ride.
Maokong Tour Bus (Right Line)
Route: Maokong Gondola Maokong Station → Tianliao Bridge →North Entrance of Camphor Tree Trail → Zhangshan Temple → Telescopic Deck→Apricot Grove → South Entrance of Camphor Tree Trail → Zhanghu Walkway → Maokong Gondola Maokong Station
Frequency: Weekdays every 10-15 minutes (off peak hour 15-20 minutes); Weekends and holidays every 7-10 minutes (off peak hour 10-15 minutes); After 19:00, buses depart at 19:00, 19:30 and 20:00.
Business Hours: Monday-Friday, 09:00-20:00; Weekends and Holidays, 08:30-20:00
Maokong Tour Bus (Left Line, Zhinan Temple)
Route: Maokong Pothole → Mini Skywalk→ Pavilion → Yuanshan → Caonan → Maokong Gondola Zhinan Temple Station
Frequency: Regular Interval
Business Hours: Monday-Friday, 09:00-17:20; Weekends and Holidays, 13:20-15:50
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