Taichung

Travel Guide
Paochueh Temple showing religious elements, a statue or sculpture and a garden
With cosy restaurants, traditional night markets and tranquil tai chi in the park, this destination will make you forget that you’re in Taiwan’s third-largest city.

See astounding contemporary architecture give way to Taiwan’s majestic mountain ranges in Taichung. This fascinating city is known for its focus on small business. A trip to its downtown district reveals intimate restaurants, family-owned businesses and traditional markets. Find an exciting range of museums, gardens and cultural attractions within a short stroll from the city’s central WuQuan Parkway, also known as the Art Museum Parkway.

Receive a perfect introduction to the city in the Parkway, Taichung’s corridor of urban parkland. Arrive early to join the locals for tai chi and grab breakfast from a nearby street vendor. Try youtiao, a fried breadstick wrapped in a delicate green onion pancake.

The National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts is located at the Parkway’s southern end. See work by some of Taiwan’s most significant artists, as well as cultural artefacts and interactive exhibits for children. Next door at the Da Dun Cultural Center, check for exhibitions, events and children’s story-telling sessions, conducted in English.

Head north to visit the National Museum of Natural Science. This museum has plenty of exciting hands-on experiments. Behind the museum lies the Botanical Garden of Taichung. Wander through the charming gardens to see native flora, a lotus pond, tropical rainforest exhibits and fascinating aquariums.

Nearby, find the enormous golden Buddha at Paochueh Temple. This temple complex also has a Shinto shrine and tranquil surrounding gardens.

Travel northwest from the city centre to the Kaomei Wetlands. Wander along the boardwalks, spot different bird species and watch a beautiful sunset over the water. Taichung’s famous oceanfront fishing market is a 5-minute drive away.

In the evening, visit Taichung’s night markets, such as Feng Chia Night Market. Browse the stalls of souvenirs and try fresh regional dishes. Grab a cup of original Taichung bubble tea, a tea drink mixed with tapioca pearls and milk or fruit.

Reach Taichung by plane or high-speed rail. Explore Taichung’s compact downtown area on foot or catch taxis and local buses. Taichung’s climate is mild year-round, making it a great destination for outdoor exploring.

Where to stay in Taichung

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Xitun District

4.5/5(165 area reviews)

Xitun District is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Fengjia Night Market and Autumn Red Valley Ecological Park.

Xitun District
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West District

4.5/5(64 area reviews)

Unique features of West District include the shopping and museums. Make a stop by Calligraphy Greenway or National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts while you're exploring the area.

West District
Zhonghua Night Market showing night scenes and markets

Central District

4.5/5(77 area reviews)

Central District is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Taichung Second Market and Liuchuan Riverside Walk while you're in town.

Central District
Paochueh Temple showing religious elements, a statue or sculpture and a garden

North District

4/5(25 area reviews)

North District is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Chungyo Department Store and Yizhong Street Night Market.

North District
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Nantun District

4/5(9 area reviews)

You'll enjoy the bars and gardens in Nantun District. You might want to make time for a stop at Fengle Sculpture Park or Fulfillment Amphitheater.

Nantun District
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Beitun District

4/5(1 area review)

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Beitun District. You might want to make time for a stop at Moncoeur or Taichung Intercontinental Baseball Stadium.

Beitun District
Inhouse Hotel Grand
Inhouse Hotel Grand
4 out of 5
No.228, Wuquan Rd, North District, Taichung
The price is ¥9,848 per night from May 28 to May 29
¥9,848
per night
May 28 - May 29
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Taichung. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (811 reviews)
"A relatively new hotel building. Hotel workers were friendly."

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2024

Inhouse Hotel Grand
Evergreen Laurel Hotel Taichung
Evergreen Laurel Hotel Taichung
4.5 out of 5
No. 666, Sec. 2 Taiwan Boulevard, Taichung
The price is ¥11,190 per night from May 28 to May 29
¥11,190
per night
May 28 - May 29
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Taichung. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Fengjia Night Market and National Museum ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Service was great. The gym was bigger than expected and they had a nice sauna and pool. The property was a tad old but the service was top notch. I would recommend them overall."

Reviewed on May 8, 2024

Evergreen Laurel Hotel Taichung
Millennium Hotel Taichung
Millennium Hotel Taichung
5 out of 5
No. 77, Shizheng Road, Xitun District, Taichung
The price is ¥16,584 per night from May 26 to May 27
¥16,584
per night
May 26 - May 27
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Taichung. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the property condition in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent customer service"

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2024

Millennium Hotel Taichung
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Taichung Harbor Stars
Taichung Harbor Stars
3 out of 5
No. 120, Dayong Road, Taichung
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly apartment in Taichung. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private pools. Popular attractions Gaomei Wetlands and Mitsui Outlet ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Was a great stay to feel as if you are living in the area. Nice to have a kitchen to cook meals. View of courtyard is wonderful. Landlord was respectful of our privacy and was a very enjoyable week. Would stay here again"

Reviewed on Apr 10, 2024

Taichung Harbor Stars
Relax Traveler Home
Relax Traveler Home
2 out of 5
No. 3, Dalong Rd., West Dist., Taichung
Stay at this aparthotel in Taichung. Popular attractions Fengjia Night Market and Park Lane by CMP are located nearby.
Relax Traveler Home
Touching camping
Touching camping
1 out of 5
No. 221, Chenggong Road, Dajia District, Taichung, Taichung
Stay at this campground in Taichung. Enjoy free parking, premium bedding, and climate control. Popular attractions Lihpao Land and Dajia Jenn Lann Temple are ...
Touching camping
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Taichung

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Feb 23, 2020

Nicer city than i expected and has one of the biggest night markets in Taiwan!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Feb 14, 2020

Beautiful city and very clean.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler
Jan 25, 2020

Taichung is a very chill city. People enjoy all kinds of outdoor activities like dining, drinking and hanging out in the park etc. Many interesting restaurants and bars built in modified old houses that give the neighborhood a retro yet modern vibe.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Dec 31, 2019

The people are friendly and it’s easy to ride a bike around.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler
Dec 2, 2019

Places are too far one from another.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Oct 7, 2019

Growing city with huge potential. Very artsy and special when you know get to know it a little.

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