Art, culture, and natural landscapes: The beauty and fun surrounding the Art Museum Parkway

Words by the Taichung City Government Department of Information
Translated by Ann Lee Pictures by the Tribe Bay I.M.C., CO.

Taichung is filled with a variety of great food from all corners of the globe. One of the premier spots to enjoy exotic and local cuisine is the Art Museum Parkway; with its unique artsy flair and relaxing, green environment, the parkway takes on a southern European ambiance in the summer. Each of the restaurants here--from Mediterranean to Taiwanese－is unique and filled with wonderful flavors.

Welcome to Art Museum Parkway
The Art Museum Parkway displays an array of beautiful artwork from local and international artists.
The shopping district of the Museum Parkway
Rich, artistic flair fills the streets and the aromas of cooking from around the world fills the air. There's no shortage of charming places to eat here.

Restaurants and cafes line Wuquan West 3rd Street and Wuquan West 4th Street in front of the National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts.

Coconut trees
Do you know how many coconut trees are planted on the museum parkway? While you do the counting, watch out for the blowing leaves!

Want to grab a bite to eat?
Take a look at the recommendations inside the folding pages of the brochure, or listen to what the wait staff has to say.

Old-fashioned rickshaws
No matter when you were born, having some fun with these antique rickshaws will make you nostalgic for 1950s Shanghai.

A great recreation spot
In the afternoon, you can take a stroll, jog or ride your bike; the great scenery here will keep you motivated and relaxed.

National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts
Founded in 1988, the National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts has five exhibition rooms that follow different themes, including sculptures and installation art, prints, paintings, documentary screenings, and biennial shows to name a few. The grassy square outside the museum is a nice place for family to relax with fun activities. Plus, it is adjacent to the Taichung City Government's Cultural Affairs Bureau and close to the Art Museum Parkway, making it a perfect place for you to enjoy a cultured atmosphere with a relaxed mind.

2, WuQuan W Rd, Sec 1; (04) 2372-3552
Tue-Fri 9 am-5 pm
Sat and Sun 9 am-6 pm
closed on Mon

Enjoying an outdoor afternoon tea time
Invite your friends along for a relaxing afternoon tea on the Art Museum Parkway.

Remember to reserve in advance!
Weekends and holidays bring big crowds to the area, so be sure to book your table or private room plenty of time in advance.

Street artwork
A lot of people having been talking about the "King's Seat", a sculpture that sits on the Art Museum Parkway. They enjoy sitting on it for a picture. Now it's your turn!

Steet performers
Street performers often show up at the museum parkway and give impromptu shows or create art while crowds gather around to watch. Their talent really adds to this scene.

Art & cultural activities on the weekends
Various art and cultural activities are held here on the weekends, which give the museum parkway a bustling look.

Concerts on the Parkway
Occasional musical performances and concerts are staged on the parkway, giving urban dwellers a nice chance to relax and listen to some music outside.