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Taiwan

Taichung / Feasting, Biking, and Tea-sipping Fun!

MeowScore 😸81/100
What is MeowScore?
🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😼
🔈 Noisiness 😼
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😸
🌳 Parks and greenery 😻
👮‍♂️ Safety 😸

Best month

april

The Taichung World Flora Expo is a must-see for flower enthusiasts.

🎉
january

Experience the vibrant cultural celebrations of Chinese New Year

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february

Explore the beautiful flowers at the Calla Lily Festival

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march

Enjoy the pleasant climate and visit the colorful Rainbow Village

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april

Join the annual Taichung World Flora Expo and see the stunning floral displays

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may

Try the delicious local delicacies at the Fengjia Night Market

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june

Cool off at the famous Dakeng Scenic Area waterfalls

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july

Watch the mesmerizing sea of clouds at Hehuan Mountain

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august

Celebrate the Lantern Festival and release glowing sky lanterns

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september

Visit the Peacock Park and see flocks of elegant peacocks

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october

Hike on the scenic trails of Gaomei Wetlands and experience the sunset

🍂
november

See the stunning fall foliage at Guguan and Dongshih Forest Recreation Areas

🎄
december

Get into the Christmas spirit with the elaborate decorations in the city

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Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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The shopping and dining options in Taichung are quite affordable, but the cost of transportation and accommodations can add up quickly.

Take advantage of night markets and street food for inexpensive meals. Consider staying in a hostel or guesthouse instead of a hotel for budget-friendly accommodations.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Stopover destination

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

Stopover destination

Taichung is often visited on the route between Taipei and Kaohsiung.

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture

Tipping

0%

No tipping culture

Cash is preferred, credit cards are accepted. Splitting the bill is usually not an option. No requirement to tip in restaurants or taxis.

internet situation

great Speed

Fiber-optic networks cover most of the city.

excellent Availability

High-speed internet is widely available.

great Cellular

Good coverage, but some areas may have spotty signal.

Electric socket type A

Common in North and Central America, and Japan. Mind voltage difference, especially for Japan (100V).

TWD

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biking possible

Good infrastructure

walkable -ish

Well-designed sidewalks

LGBTQ friendly

Progressive attitudes

Cat woke up, stretched their paws, and found themselves surrounded by parks and museums. Meowvellous!

Cat then wandered to the Fengjia Night Market for a feast, purr-fect ending to their day.

Things to do

The mainstream

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Gaomei Wetlands
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Taichung Park
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Feng Chia Night Market
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National Museum of Natural Science
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Rainbow Village

The mainstream

🌅
Gaomei Wetlands

A peaceful place for a stroll with stunning sunsets and a boardwalk that goes out into the water.

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🌳
Taichung Park

A beautiful park with traditional Chinese architecture, a large pond, and plenty of trees and flowers!

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Feng Chia Night Market

A vibrant market with tons of food stalls, clothing, souvenirs, and games. A must-visit for any foodie cat!

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🦋
National Museum of Natural Science

A large museum with exhibits on astronomy, ecology, and other scientific topics. Don't miss the butterfly pavilion!

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Rainbow Village

Formerly a military village, now a lively attraction full of colorful street art and sculptures.

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Off the beaten path

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Yizhong Street Night Market
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The 2nd Market
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Miyahara Ice Cream
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DaKeng Scenic Area
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Rainbow Village

Off the beaten path

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Yizhong Street Night Market

A lively cat market featuring local cuisine, games, and paw-some bargains.

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The 2nd Market

A bustling cat market where cats can find everything from fresh produce to vintage clothing.

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🍦
Miyahara Ice Cream

An old cat eye clinic turned into a decadent ice cream parlor, famous for its kitty-shaped cones.

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🐾
DaKeng Scenic Area

A pristine cat forest with paw-some hiking trails and mountain views.

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🌈
Rainbow Village

Colorful village painted by an old cat artist, now beloved by all cats.

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biking possible

Good infrastructure

walkable -ish

Well-designed sidewalks

LGBTQ friendly

Progressive attitudes

Mindful meoweler tips

Explore the Rainbow Village

This colorful art-filled village is home to more than 200 colorful and whimsical murals making it a must-see for any cat visiting Taichung!

Visit the Feng Chia Night Market

This bustling market is a feast for the senses with delicious street food, games, and souvenirs to bring home. Lively and vibrant, it's a favorite spot for both locals and visiting cats!

Take a stroll through the Taichung Metropolitan Park

This lush green park is the perfect place for a relaxing afternoon walk. With plenty of trails, lakes and gardens, it’s the ideal spot to stretch your paws and take in the natural beauty of Taichung.

Useful external sites

travel.taichung.gov.tw/en-us

Taichung Travel Net↗

Official website of Taichung Tourism and Travel Information Bureau

english.taichung.gov.tw

Taichung City Government↗

Official website of Taichung City Government with information about tourist attractions

www.taiwantrip.com.tw

Taiwan Tourist Shuttle↗

Website with information about public transportation for tourists in Taiwan including Taichung

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