Originally established as a Japanese-style garden known as Akō Park.
Contains the Pingtung City Gate (Chao-yang Gate), a third-grade historical site dating back to the Qing Dynasty.
Features an underground parking facility designed to alleviate urban traffic congestion while preserving the surface parkland.
Home to the Pingtung County Indigenous People's Cultural Park exhibition space remnants.
The park's layout was significantly expanded and renovated in 2019 to improve integration with the surrounding urban landscape.
Pingtung Park is the oldest park in Pingtung City, established in 1902 during the Japanese colonial period. The park spans approximately 7.6 hectares and features significant historical remnants, including the remains of the old Pingtung City Gate. It contains a diverse botanical collection, including century-old banyan trees and royal palms. The park houses a lake with a central island connected by a traditional-style bridge. Modern amenities include a large children's play area with water features and extensive walking paths that integrate historical monuments with leisure spaces. Frequent local events, such as the Pingtung Christmas market and light festivals, are hosted on the grounds. The design incorporates both Japanese garden influences and contemporary recreational facilities.
The red wooden bridge crossing the park's central pond.
Visit the water play area near the northern entrance if traveling with children during hot afternoons.
Walk the perimeter in the early morning to see local residents practicing Tai Chi.
Bring mosquito repellent as the park's dense canopy and water features attract insects.
Do not leave food wrappers or waste in the park to prevent attracting wild macaques or stray animals.
Maintain noise levels near the residential areas bordering the park and refrain from cycling on pedestrian-only paths.
