Great Itinerary for my 4D3N in Taichung!

Great Itinerary for my 4D3N in Taichung!

It’s almost opening of the brand new school year for my kids and it’s the best time to take a long break from the daily routine. It’s the perfect moment to breathe in some fresh air from an unfamiliar place and explore the beauty of nature. Discover Taichung as I share to you the places I visited for my four days and three nights in the heart of Taiwan.

Where is Taichung?

Taichung is a special municipality in central Taiwan. It’s Taiwan’s second-largest city, with more than 2.85 million residents, making it the largest city in Central Taiwan. It serves as the core of the Taichung–Changhua metropolitan area, Taiwan’s second-largest metropolitan area. (Reference: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taichung)

This is my second time to visit Taichung for the year 2024 and the more I get to know the place, the more I wanted to come back for adventures and discoveries. Taichung for me is a vibrant place for tourists and once you experience Taichung, you’ll surely love it forever.

Great Itinerary for my 4D3N in Taichung!

Day 1 Road Trip from New Taipei City to Taichung City

Really excited for this trip and I’ve been waiting for this break for so long so I don’t want you guys to miss even a heartbeat. Sharing our itinerary to all of you hoping to give you an idea of how wonderful Taichung is and how valuable it is to prioritize quality rest for working parents like us while on a vacation.

One of our travel goals is to taste an authentic Taiwanese food in Taichung and I was so satisfied with everything I ate for these past few days. Let’s start our adventure!

First Stop: Hukou Service Center

Second Stop: Dajia District, Taichung

Great Itinerary for my 4D3N in Taichung!

Jenn Lann Temple 大甲鎮瀾宮

Great Itinerary for my 4D3N in Taichung!

Daijia Jenn Lann Temple is one of the most famous Matzu Temples in Taiwan. It has over 200 years of history. It is filled with pilgrims all year long. The inspection tour held in March every year has become a world-famous religious ceremony. It has attracted domestic and international tourists. It is a scenic spot that best represents Dajia. The violet jade Matzu of Jenn Lann Temple and the Golden Matzu in the basement of Matzu cultural museum are the treasures of the temple. Now, Matzu is considered one of the three treasures of Taichung. It is a scenic spot you must visit in Taichung. ( Reference: https://travel.taichung.gov.tw/en/attractions/intro/856)

Thronged by crowds, the palanquin carries Taiwan’s top goddess: Mazu. Based on a Northern Song Dynasty legend about a witch named Lin Mo, the deity was originally only worshipped as a protector of fishermen in coastal Fujian Province. But with a growing list of miracles credited to her over time, she came to be seen as having dominion over everything connected to ­water and became known more generally as the god of water resources and farming. Beginning in the Song Dynasty, several emperors canonized her. When the admiral Shi Lang subjugated Taiwan in the early Qing Dynasty, his success was credited to Mazu’s assistance. Consequently, Emperor Kangxi conferred on her the title “Queen of Heaven.” Backed by imperial approval, Mazu worship rose to new heights, creating a strong platform for its continued presence in Taiwan. (Reference: https://nspp.mofa.gov.tw/nsppe/news.php?post=217397&unit=410&unitname=Stories&postname=Mazu:-Taiwan%E2%80%99s-Leading-Goddess)

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Details

Address: No.158, Shuntian Rd., Dajia Dist., Taichung City Taiwán, R.O.C 

TEL.04-26763522FAX.04-26763533

Official Website Official website

Open timeAM06:00~PM21:30

Also Read: Fun 2 Days and 1 Night in Taichung https://everydaywithgen.com/fun-2-days-and-1-night-in-taichung/

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Third Stop: Dajia Food

Lamb Party 恰記羊肉

As I have mentioned, this vacation time in Taichung would be about food and this LAMB PARTY in Dajia started the goal with five stars. Everything we ordered here at Lamb Party was so mouthwatering and you know what surprised me? The price was right and very friendly to your wallet.

Lamb Party Address: No. 35, Sanmin Road, Dajia District, Taichung City 437

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/chiajiyum

Contact Number: 0925039579

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Dajia Taro Castle 大甲芋頭城

It has the most delicious taro in Taiwan and I mean that. I’ve been to Jiufen to try its taro and I thought it was the tastiest taro ball I’ve tried until I had been to Dajia and ate here at Dajia Taro Castle. I will surely try this again if I happen to visit Dajia or Taichung.

Dajia Taro Castle Address: No. 68, Yude Road, Dajia District, Taichung City 437

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dajiataro/

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Rice Roll 粉腸

This is a new food experience for me at Dajia. This is the very first time I tasted a Rice Roll carefully prepared and cooked like this. Its best asset is the sauce. I recommend this to all foodies out there. Try this Rice Roll in Dajia Taichung.

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Snoopy Themed 711 in Dajia

I just find themed 711 cutesy and very interesting. It’s a spacious branch and great if you have kids because they have a pokemon arcade game. They also serve nice beers here. I must say this is a tourist-ready 711.

Great Itinerary for my 4D3N in Taichung!

Snoopy 711 Address: 1F, No. 170, Jiang Highway, Dajia District, Taichung City 437

Contact Number: 0426805206

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Day 2 Discovering Taichung Part 1

Zhongshe Flower Market 中社觀光花市

Zhongshe Flower Market is one of the most trending destinations in Taichung on Tiktok. If you are into creativity and aesthetics, you can try your photography and videography skills in this place.

Chungshe Tourist Flower Market is the only flower market that succeeded in growing tulips in low altitude areas of central Taiwan. By special techniques of refrigeration applied, the flowering time is regulated, and about 150,000 tulip bulbs with differing varieties are planted and in full bloom from January to March each year. So when you visit the flower market to see the tulip blossoms during the period, no matter where you look, the tulip fields will be no doubt gorgeously colorful. You’ll feel as if you were in Holland without going far away there. (Reference: http://www.flowerjs.com.tw/?page_id=6)

Address: No. 333, Section 5, Sanfeng Road, Houli District, Taichung City 421

Ticket: 120NT for Adults (Free for 12 years old and below)

For Maps, Reservations, Tours and Latest News go to their Official Website: http://www.flowerjs.com.tw/

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Curry House Coco Showtime Live Taichung

From our trip to Zhongshe Flower Market, it poured in Taichung City so we decided to stay at Showtime Live to wait for the rain to stop and grab some lunch. It was so hard for me to choose because I wanted to try something new. Good thing I found this Curry House Coco. Surprisingly it tasted nice and it’s affordable.

Know more about this Showtime Live here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Showtime_Live_Taichung_Station

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Yizhong Street Night Market

I think I have a new favorite night market in Taichung. It’s my very first time here at Yizhong Street Night Market and I noticed the productivity of the place. There are so many stores, real stores not claw machines. In Taipei, more and more claw machines are present in many commercial places including night markets but in Yizhong Street Night Market, you can taste variety of street foods and buy some stuffs of your liking such as accessories, clothings, electronics and more.

It is located near Chungyo Department Store and linked with Sanmin Shopping District. National Taichung University of Science and Technology, Taichung First Senior High School, and National Taiwan University of Sport are not far away from it. There are huge number of student population, street vendors, and eating and drinking places here. You can see all sorts of information related to fashion everywhere, and they are all at your fingertips. It is always crowded with people on holidays and is very lively!

Yucai Street is full of street vendors, and most of the clothing shops are in the small lanes. All fashionable and progressive gadgets will appear here first. If you are a follower of fashion, you must not miss Yizhong Night Market. ( Reference here: https://travel.taichung.gov.tw/en/attractions/intro/1551)

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Day 3 Discovering Taichung Part 2

Lavender Forest 薰衣草森林台中新社店

Xinshe, Taichung is the birthplace of Lavender Forest. The area has abundant water sources and good natural conditions, thus it has a rich variety of products and flowers. Enter the forest, switch to the tranquil pace of mountain life, breathe fresh air, appreciate the greenery, and leave everything behind, leading a simple mountain life.

Official website: https://www.lavenderforest.com.tw/en/trip/xinshe

I came here to heal physically, mentally and spiritually. Nature is such a powerful place to renew one’s mind and soul. I strongly recommend this place to people who want to find peace. Apart from the beautiful touch of nature, they serve great food and drinks too!

Great Itinerary for my 4D3N in Taichung!

Apart from the beautiful sight of the mountain and the trees, Lavender Forest sells different kinds of products. My personal favorite is the Lavender loofah soap. They also have the Lavender air freshener pouch, Lavender handcream, Lavender Ice cream, Lavender Latter and so many others to bring home!

I really had a wonderful time at Lavender Forest in Taichung!

Address: No. 20, Zhongxing St, Xinshe District, Taichung City, 426

Ticket: 200NT ( By buying a ticket you will also get a 100NT Discount Coin and 100NT coupon)

Visit their official website for more information: https://www.lavenderforest.com.tw/en/trip/xinshe

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Tou Ke Shan Mushroom 頭嵙山香菇

This was out of our plan for the day. As we drove up to Lavender Forest, we passed by here and felt like trying their food so we did and it was one of the best decisions we made for the day.

They also sell different kinds of mushrooms and some vegetables in the most affordable price. I think what I appreciate the most here is their food. It’s undoubtedly and undeniably delicious.

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Address:

No. 53, Nanhua Street, New Community, Taichung City 426

Official Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063798619855

Contact Number: 0920855625

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Taichung Central District

This Taichung Central District is just few walks away from our hotel so I decided to stroll around and observe the place. I must say this is where you can see a multicultural Taichung because you can find so many Vietnamese, Indonesian restaurants here as well as a Filipino Restaurant too.

The availability of so many kinds of food and products makes this place a central of cultural exchange as well. If you are not allergic to any kinds of food, you can test your foodie level here.

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Zhongxiao Road Night Market

Dated back to the Japanese colonial period, Zhongxiao Night Market is the place of abundant late-night snack choices in Taichung City. Meat, seafood, grilled duck, beverages, oyster vermicelli, etc, you name it. It is also where the renowned Ding Wang Spicy Hot Pot originated.
 
Unlike other shopping districts, Zhongxiao Night Market is known exclusively for the delicious food. Situated next to the Third Market which closes in the afternoon, Zhongxiao Nigh Market starts warming up right after the Third Market closes, so most vendors do not open until 4 in the afternoon.
Most food come in a satisfying portion at a cheap price, so you can devour it all at once without concerning over a tight budget. Some of the must-try dishes include bamboo rice, fried chicken, Zhongxiao BBQ, vermicelli and sugarcane juice.

Reference here: https://www.taichung.travel/en/attractions/intro/1348

Address:

No.181, Zhongxiao Rd., South Dist., Taichung City Taiwán, R.O.C 

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Day 4 Discovering Taichung Part 3

National Taiwan Museum of Comics 國家漫畫博物館 NTMC

In April 2023, the Ministry of Culture broke away from the form of a single-point exhibition hall and selected the Taichung Criminal Office building complex for revitalization and reuse. It will be built into a National Comics Museum with a total area of ​​2.75 hectares, a museum, a library, and a creative base.

The park connects 19 existing historical buildings and builds a new main building base on the north side that combines comics collection, research, display, education promotion, library and animation cinema. Just like comics are created through continuous imagination.

Among the historical buildings and brand-new museum buildings that are engraved with past memories, comic works of different themes and generations are presented, and diverse types of comic exhibitions are created to showcase Taiwanese comics in the exchange and collision of the past and the future, confinement and innovation. Vigorous vitality.

Reference: https://www.ntmc.gov.tw/home/zh-tw Great Itinerary for my 4D3N in Taichung!

I truly had an amazing time here and I think this is worth a visit in Taichung. I recommend this place to all of you who are planning to stay or visit Taichung.

Take a look at the whole National Taiwan Museum of Comics 國家漫畫博物館 NTMC here:

Here are some amazing snaps I took at National Taiwan Museum of Comics 國家漫畫博物館 NTMC

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Details:

Official Website: https://www.ntmc.gov.tw/home/zh-tw/about

Address: No. 33, Linsen Road, West District, Taichung City 403004 (formerly the Taichung Criminal Office’s official residence complex)

Contact Numbers: 04-2371-0360

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Taichung Train Station

The station was originally constructed in 1905 in a wooden building architectural style and started its operation in 1908. In 1917, it was rebuilt as a red brick structure with Renaissance architectural style.

On 16 October 2016, the elevated station was inaugurated in which the ground-level station was shut down. The first train that arrived at the elevated station was at 06:28. The ceremony was attended by President Tsai Ing-wen and Transportation and Communication Minister Hochen Tan.

The old station has one side platform and one island platform. The architecture dates from the era of Japanese rule, and is classified as a National Tier 2 Historic Site. The now-defunct Taiwan Sugar Railways’ Zhong-Zhuo line once stopped at the station.

The new station layout has one side platform and two island platforms, but currently only one side platform and one island platform are used. They have the same numbering as the old station only reversed. (Reference: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taichung_railway_station)

Taichung Train Station has become a landmark in Taichung City. The beautiful landscape and the attractive architectural structures of old and new train station are truly recommendable.

Great Itinerary for my 4D3N in Taichung!

In the National Tier 2 Historic Site of Taichung Train Station, there is a food court ready to serve the hungry mouths of the tourists. I tried the Chicken House and it was surprisingly delicious and affordable too.

Great Itinerary for my 4D3N in Taichung!

If you are into photography and short videos, Taichung City is a great spot to capture precious moments. There are so many things to see in the area. Taichung is indeed a multicultural place.

Tai An Service Stop

Tai An Service Stop is the nearest service stop in Taichung City. This stop is simple but spacious enough for the tourists and travelers to walk around, eat and rest for the journey.

Where is Tai An Service Stop?

Address: No. 400, Jiujia 7th Road, Houli District, Taichung City 421

Official Website: https://www.freeway.gov.tw/CentralService/Taian/index.aspx

Houkou Service Stop Northbound

This Houkou Service Stop Northbound is one of my favorite stops while traveling from southern part of Taiwan to Taipei. This is also a Sanrio themed service stop that makes it more enjoyable not only for the adults but for the kids as well. This isn’t the first time I featured service stops in Taiwan. I find it really admirable for the Taiwan government to invest on service stops that make travel in the island convenient and pleasurable.

Great Itinerary for my 4D3N in Taichung!

This concludes my 4 days and 3 nights in Taichung. Please watch the video for the wonderful experience.