Key Highlights
Located at the southernmost tip of Taiwan, Kenting offers stunning scenery, delicious food, and exciting attractions, making it the perfect getaway for friends! This guide will take you to popular spots like White Sand Beach, Guan Shan sunset, go-kart tracks, abandoned-style cafes, Eluanbi Lighthouse, and Kenting Street. At the end, there's also car rental information to make your Kenting trip unforgettable!
Day 1 - One of the World's Twelve Most Beautiful Sunsets: Guan Mountain Sunset
Guanshan is one of the world's twelve most beautiful sunsets as selected by CNN. After arriving at the Guanshan Scenic Area viewing platform, you can see a 180-degree Pacific Ocean view. The vast sea level combined with the orange-red clouds is truly breathtaking, making one forget oneself. To be able to share this magnificent scenery with friends and take photos together creates unforgettable memories! There are also Fude Temple and Flying Stone nearby that you can visit. It is recommended to arrive a little earlier.
Day 3 - "Ruin-Style Cafe" Summer Drinks at Shuxiang
Shu Xia Yin Shi is a cafe themed around an abandoned building aesthetic. The aging structure has been preserved and given a simple renovation, resulting in an exterior of old-fashioned brick and wood. Inside, it features an open design with plenty of glass curtain walls and dark wood, creating a bright and airy atmosphere.
What truly sets this cafe apart is its location under a towering phoenix tree. As the seasons change and the flowers bloom and fade, the cafe's appearance transforms, making for stunning photos and turning it into a popular spot for visitors.
Day 4 - Cape Eluanbi Lighthouse, Taiwan's Southernmost Point
Known as "the Light of East Asia," the Eluanbi Lighthouse is Taiwan's southernmost lighthouse. The white iron tower features a fortified design with gun slits along its walls, making it both beautiful and historically significant. In addition to admiring the lighthouse itself, visitors should explore the surrounding park and trails. The coral reef formations along the way are truly impressive!
Day 4 - "High-Position Coral Reef Forest", Kenting National Forest Recreation Area.
This is Taiwan's second national forest recreation area, featuring a unique high coral reef forest and limestone terrain. It boasts diverse ecosystems and monsoon rainforests, offering captivating scenery for visitors to explore based on their preferences.
Line one is "Botanical Stroll," taking about 1.5~2 hours. The highlight is Guanghai Pavilion. Line two is "Geological Adventure," taking about 2.5~3 hours. The highlight is the Fairy Cave, which is very impressive but a bit more difficult to navigate. However, if you have the chance, it's definitely worth visiting!
Day 4 - 「Nighttime Food Paradise」Kenting Street
The last stop is definitely Kending Street, which during the day sells souvenirs, surfing equipment, etc. It’s less crowded, but at night it transforms into a bustling shopping street. Although prices have been rising in recent years due to its popularity, visiting is still a must-do for tourists. And when you’re here, be sure to eat your fill, even taking some snacks back! Many recommend Xiao Ji Crispy Skin Soup Dumplings, Popo Wood-Fired Handmade Pizza, and the Blood Bag Cocktail at "Mental Hospital," along with many other delicious treats waiting for you to try.
Taiwan's Kenting Car Rental Guide
When visiting Kenting, we recommend traveling by car or electric scooter. Tourists can choose between chartered vehicles or renting a car for self-driving. Here are several options to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip to Kenting:
