Holiday in Taichung
City in Taiwan — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇹🇼
Country
Taiwan
Type
City
Best time to travel
October to April (20-28 °C, little rain). Spring and autumn are particularly pleasant. Summer is hot and humid.
Budget/day
50-100 €
Getting there from Germany
Flight to Taichung (RMQ, approx. 14-18 h with transfers) or to Taipei Taoyuan (TPE), then 1 h by high-speed train HSR to Taichung.
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What makes Taichung special as a destination?
Taichung is the third largest city in Taiwan and is located in the western center of the island, surrounded by mountains and fertile plains. The city is considered the cultural capital of Taiwan, combining urban creativity with traditional charm. Taichung is known for its mild climate year-round, earning it the nickname City of Eternal Spring. The Rainbow Village is one of the most extraordinary art projects in Asia: the former soldier Huang Yung-Fu, known as Rainbow Grandpa, began painting a military village slated for demolition with colorful figures and patterns starting in 2008 — thus saving it from destruction. Today, the village is an internationally recognized attraction. Taichung's night markets are among the best in Taiwan: the Fengjia Night Market is the largest night market in the country, with over 300 stalls. Here, street food stands, game booths, and fashion boutiques line up — a feast for all senses that pulses daily until after midnight. The National Taichung Theater, designed by Japanese star architect Toyo Ito, is an architectural masterpiece with flowing, cave-like forms. The Miyahara ice cream parlor, housed in a restored Japanese colonial eye clinic, combines historic architecture with creative ice cream flavors and elaborately packaged sweets. The Gaomei Wetland by the sea offers a spectacular backdrop at sunset: wind turbines, mudflats, and an endless horizon make it one of the most romantic places in Taiwan.
What are the top highlights in Taichung?
The top highlights in Taichung include Rainbow Village, Fengjia Night Market, National Taichung Theater, Miyahara Eisdiele, Gaomei Wetland.
The places you absolutely must not miss.
Rainbow Village
Colorfully painted former military village: saved by Rainbow Grandpa and transformed into an international artwork.
Fengjia Night Market
Largest night market in Taiwan with over 300 stalls: street food, fashion, and entertainment until after midnight.
National Taichung Theater
Architectural masterpiece by Toyo Ito: flowing cave forms, world-class performances, and public garden.
Miyahara Eisdiele
Restored Japanese eye clinic as an ice cream parlor: creative ice cream flavors and artfully packaged sweets in a historic setting.
Gaomei Wetland
Wetland on the coast with spectacular sunsets: wind turbines and mudflats, ideal for photographers.
Hotels in Taichung
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When is the best time to visit Taichung?
The best time to visit Taichung is October to April (20-28 °C, little rain). Spring and autumn are particularly pleasant. Summer is hot and humid.. 27-35 °C, humid with frequent rain showers and typhoon risk In winter: 15-22 °C, dry and mild, pleasant for sightseeing
Recommended travel time
October to April (20-28 °C, little rain). Spring and autumn are particularly pleasant. Summer is hot and humid.
Summer
27-35 °C, humid with frequent rain showers and typhoon risk
Winter
15-22 °C, dry and mild, pleasant for sightseeing
How much does a holiday in Taichung cost?
Budget travellers: 25-45 €/day, mid-range: 50-100 €/day, luxury: 120-300 €/day.
Average costs per person per day
Budget
25-45 €
Hostel, Street food, Public transport
Mid-range
50-100 €
Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions
Luxury
120-300 €
Boutique hotel, Fine dining
How do I get from Germany to Taichung?
Flight to Taichung (RMQ, approx. 14-18 h with transfers) or to Taipei Taoyuan (TPE), then 1 h by high-speed train HSR to Taichung.
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Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.
No visa required — Germans can stay visa-free in Taiwan for up to 90 days. Passport must be valid for 6 months.
New Taiwan Dollar (TWD) — 1 € ≈ 34 TWD. Cash needed at night markets, credit cards accepted in larger stores.
Get an EasyCard — rechargeable card for buses, metro, and purchases in convenience stores. Available at the train station.
HSR from Taipei — the high-speed train takes only 50 minutes from Taipei. Book early for early bird discounts.
Night markets open in the evening from 5 PM — the Fengjia Night Market is open daily. Very crowded on weekends, more relaxed during the week.
What should you eat in Taichung?
Typical specialities in Taichung: Bubble Tea — Taichung is considered the birthplace of Bubble Tea: definitely try the original from Chun Shui Tang from the 1980s., Sun Cake (Taiyang Bing) — Taichung's most famous specialty: flaky pastry with sweet malt filling, a perfect souvenir., Da Chang Bao Xiao Chang — large rice sausage filled with small pork sausage: popular street food at night markets., Braised Pork Rice (Lu Rou Fan) — braised pork on rice with spices: Taiwanese comfort food at every street stand., Stinky Tofu (Chou Doufu) — fermented tofu, fried or steamed: an acquired taste in smell, but a must for the brave..
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