Toucheng Seaside Park & Octagonal Tower, Toucheng, Yilan

About this place

Toucheng Seaside Park & Octagonal Lookout Tower, Toucheng Township, Yilan County, Taiwan. Overlooking the open Pacific Ocean, Toucheng Seaside Park is renowned for its historic octagonal brick observation tower featuring a photogenic spiral staircase that has become an iconic photography attraction. Reaching the upper terrace reveals 360-degree seascapes with Turtle Island floating on the horizon. Moving into historic Toucheng Old Street, visitors indulge in legacy gourmet stops: nostalgic Ah Zong Taro Ice, crispy Grandma’s Scallion Pancakes by the train station, and rich braised Long Ji Beef Noodles.

✦ Must-Visit Highlights:

▸ Photogenic Octagonal Tower & Spiraling Brick Staircase: Capture vintage retro portraits inside the iconic hollow brick pavilion.

▸ Sweeping Unhindered Seascapes Facing Turtle Island: Admire panoramic ocean views and breaking surf along Toucheng’s coast.

▸ Legendary Ah Zong Taro Shaved Ice & Long Ji Beef Noodles: Savor old-school dense taro scoop ice and legendary tender braised beef shank.