Taoyuan District Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Find busy night markets, galleries, museums, sporting arenas and spectacular natural scenery all within a short drive from the capital of Taoyuan County.

Taoyuan District (formerly Taoyuan City) is a city situated between Taipei and the northwest coastline of Taiwan. Explore the lively center of Taoyuan District, where markets, museums and temples are not far from pretty public parks. Venture away from the city center to discover the incredible natural beauty of Taiwan.

Start your tour in Taoyuan City Centre, home to the exquisitely decorated Jingfu Temple. Visit the Taoyuan Chinese Furniture Museum and browse exhibitions at Taoyuan Arts Centre. At Taoyuan Night Market, more than 250 vendors offer typical Taiwanese street food, clothing and accessories. Enjoy some tranquility amid the downtown chaos at Danan Park and Hotoushan Park.

Catch a train to Jungli (aka Zhongli District), which forms a large metropolitan area with Taoyuan. Feast on stinky tofu, among other tasty treats, at Jungli Night Market and Chung Yuan Night Market. Shop for discounted brand fashion items at Gloria Outlets. Attend a ballgame and concerts at Taoyuan International Baseball Stadium.

A 30-minute drive south of the city center is the Daxi District. Stroll along Daxi Old Street, lined with baroque-inspired shopfronts built during the Japanese colonial era. Learn about the history and secrets of a world-famous soya sauce producer at the Kimlan Foods Museum (aka Kimlan Soy Sauce Museum). Shihmen Reservoir is one of Taiwan’s biggest reservoirs and a great place to hike and admire mountain views.

More natural wonders await in the city’s immediate surroundings. Walk the forested trail that meanders around Bade Pond Ecological Park, Bade District. Curious sculptures by international artists intersperse tall trees in Jiaobanshan Park. Travelers of all ages will enjoy the fairground attractions and miniature world at Window on China Theme Park.

Get to Taoyuan by flying to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, located about 9 miles (15 kilometers) to the north. Taipei 101 skyscraper, the National Palace Museum, Yong Kang Street and other Taipei attractions are easy to reach via public buses and trains. Sign up for the YouBike bike sharing system to get around the city center in a comfortable and eco-friendly way.


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Our pick of the best Taoyuan District Hotel Deals

Mayer Inn
Mayer Inn
2.5 out of 5
5F., No. 50, Sec. 1, Zhongxiao W. Rd., Zhongzheng Dist, Taipei
The price is AU$110 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
AU$110
per night
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and an airport shuttle. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the property condition in ...
7.6/10 Good! (745 reviews)
"The place is very central, and you can go anywhere around the city from there"

Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2024

Mayer Inn
The Grand Hotel
The Grand Hotel
4.5 out of 5
1 Zhongshan N Road Sec 4, Zhongshang District, Taipei
The price is AU$164 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
AU$164
per night
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Stay at this luxury hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"It’s one of the best hotels in Taipei and we highly recommend to stay at least once in your life if you ever travel to Taiwan!"

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2024

The Grand Hotel
Grand Hyatt Taipei
Grand Hyatt Taipei
5 out of 5
2 SongShou Road, Taipei
The price is AU$301 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$301
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this spa hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 8 restaurants. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"I like the location of the hotel, opposite is Taipei 101. A lot of shopping mall around the area. Night market near the hotel which is a walking distance is Lin Jiang street night market and Raohe night market which is 10- 15 minutes depending on traffic. Fantastic food!"

Reviewed on 21 Mar. 2024

Grand Hyatt Taipei
ILLUME TAIPEI
ILLUME TAIPEI
3.5 out of 5
No 100 Dun Hua N Rd, Songshan Dist., Taipei
The price is AU$186 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
AU$186
per night
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,019 reviews)
"The staff were very welcoming and friendly. They made it very easy to navigate around Taipei and help even though I didn’t know the language. Thank you immensely. The hotel was beautiful and the breakfast was delicious."

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2024

ILLUME TAIPEI
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
4 out of 5
No. 30, Sec. 3, Zhongxiao E. Rd. Daan, Taipei, TPE
The price is AU$269 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
AU$269
per night
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,106 reviews)
"Clean, easy access to public transit"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2024

MGH Mitsui Garden Hotel Taipei Zhongxiao
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
5 out of 5
201 Tun Hwa South Road, Section 2, Taipei
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$341 per night from 24 Apr to 25 Apr
AU$341
per night
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Taipei. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"整體算乾淨整潔。但是餐廳平面台和房間咖啡機都能明顯看到厚厚的灰塵。"

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2024

Shangri-La Far Eastern, Taipei
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.

Other neighbourhoods around Taoyuan District

Taoyuan County showing a city

Taoyuan City Centre

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Taoyuan City Centre is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Taoyuan Night Market and Taoyuan Arena.

Taoyuan City Centre

Bade District

Bade District might not have many top sights, but Chung Yuan Night Market and Taoyuan Night Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Guishan District

Guishan District is well liked for its restaurants and shopping. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Taoyuan Arena and Taoyuan City Stadium are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at National Taiwan Sport University Station or Chang Gung Memorial Hospital Station to get around.

Guishan District
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Luzhu District

3/5(2 area reviews)

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Luzhu District. Top attractions like Wu Jiu Tong Shan Trail and Tudigongkeng Shan are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Shanbi Station or Kengkou Station to see more of the city.

Luzhu District
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Zhongli District

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Zhongli District. Top attractions like Jungli Night Market and Chung Yuan Night Market are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Huanbei Station or Laojie River Station to see more of the city.

Zhongli District

Pingzhen District

While Pingzhen District isn't home to many top sights, Wei Chuan Pushin Ranch and Jungli Night Market are some notable places to visit nearby.

Pingzhen District

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