The park has many clean restrooms, water dispensers, and trash cans, making it a great day trip for families with children. Unfortunately, when we visited today, the rest area seats were often infested with ants. While ants are part of the ecosystem, it was still a bit of a nuisance, and the bites were quite itchy. However, the zoo seems to be very well maintained. I've been a part of this zoo since I was a child, and now I bring my own baby here – thumbs up!
I used it for both the outbound and return journeys, and exchanging the ticket at the counter was incredibly easy. I was surprised to find that both trains were completely full. Advance reservations are definitely necessary, and the discounts are fantastic.
Setting it up is as simple as following the instructions. Once you get used to it, there shouldn't be any problems, but you might feel anxious at first. However, it's incredibly cheap, the communication works perfectly, and I highly recommend it!!
Getting to Jiufen and Shifen from Taipei is difficult. Even if you take a taxi, there's a risk of not being able to find one on the way back, so it ends up being more like chartering a taxi (I wonder if you can call one with an app...?)
The other tourist spots were places I wouldn't have thought to go to on my own, but they were worth seeing.
The weather was a bit bad, which was a shame, but I'll definitely use their services again when I return to Taiwan.
Unfortunately, they didn't speak Japanese, and although I wanted to get along with them, there was a lack of communication. We ended up communicating using LINE translation...
Thank you very much for your help.
I think the experience varies depending on the person in charge.
Joining a day trip to Taipingshan in Yilan is truly excellent value! 🌿
Taipingshan boasts a beautiful environment with stunning mountain scenery along the way. The air is fresh, and the atmosphere is incredibly comfortable, making it perfect for those looking to escape the city and relax. The itinerary is well-organized, allowing you to visit several attractions in one day without feeling rushed.
The tour itself is very affordable, so entrance fees to the forest park and bumper cars are not included, but considering the overall price, it's quite reasonable. Those interested should keep this in mind. Meals are provided by the participants themselves and can be enjoyed at their own pace throughout the trip, offering more flexibility.
Special praise goes to our tour leader, "Miao Ge," who was incredibly responsible and attentive, driving very smoothly and making the mountain roads feel very safe.
Overall, the itinerary, scenery, service, and transportation were all excellent, offering great value for money! If you want to spend a day exploring Taipingshan and enjoying its natural beauty, I highly recommend this day tour.
This pass is very convenient. This time, I went to Kaohsiung and chose the 2-day unlimited ride pass for the Kaohsiung MRT and trams, along with a sightseeing bus plan to Sun Moon Lake.
The bullet train was quite crowded, and my husband and I couldn't reserve seats next to each other, but we were able to change it at the ticket counter on the day of travel. Even with reserved seats, you can change the time anytime if you choose unreserved seats. However, it's very crowded, so reserved seats are difficult to get. Be careful, as you must reserve the bus to Sun Moon Lake by 12:00 PM every day; you cannot reserve it on the day of travel. I didn't have a suitable time either, but as long as I had the QR code, I could board any bus.
This time, I thought I could make reservations using only the KKday app, but it turned out I also had to install the Taiwan Pass app and make bullet train reservations on the High-Speed Rail website, which was a bit of a hassle, but once you do it, you get used to it, and it's a great pass, so I would like to use it again.
Buying tickets is convenient and cheaper than buying them at the Palace Museum. The only downside is that you can't reserve the Dragon Canon in advance.
You need to do some preliminary setup before entering Hong Kong, but once that's done, all you need to do is turn on mobile data, and it worked perfectly in Hong Kong and Taiwan. There were no issues with weak signal strength, and it was smooth.
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Taipei Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit
Data source:Meteostat Update date:2025-09
Taipei year round climate
Spring (March–May): Average 17°C–25°C, mild and comfortable climate, occasional showers, and many sunny days. Common activities: Picnics, flower viewing, and outdoor exploration. Suggested attire: Light jacket, long-sleeved shirt, and comfortable shoes.
Summer (June–August): Average 28°C–31°C, hot and humid, with frequent afternoon thundershowers. Common activities: Swimming at the beach, indoor activities, and exploring night markets. Suggested attire: Light and breathable clothing, sandals, and a sun hat.
Autumn (September–November): Average 22°C–25°C, pleasant climate, but with more rainfall, especially in October. Common activities: Maple leaf viewing, hiking, and hot spring bathing. Suggested attire: Light jacket, long-sleeved shirt, and comfortable shoes.
Winter (December–February): Average 16°C–18°C, lower temperatures, occasional cold waves. Common activities: Hot spring bathing, indoor activities, and enjoying hot food. Suggested attire: Warm jacket, sweater, and long pants.
Taipei climatological average
Annual average temperature: approx. 23.8°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 2190 mm / Summer humidity: 70%–80% / Rainiest month: October
Taipei monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
16.9°C
86.1
February
17.2°C
147.3
March
20°C
91
April
23.3°C
114.1
May
24.9°C
157.8
June
28.6°C
227
July
30.6°C
154.4
August
30.3°C
145.9
September
28.5°C
335.5
October
25°C
412.4
November
22.6°C
135
December
17.5°C
183.6
Taipei weather for the next seven days
10/5
Monday
Patchy rain nearby
27.4°C/21.9°C
10/6
Tuesday
Patchy rain nearby
23°C/20.7°C
10/7
Wednesday
Patchy rain nearby
25.7°C/18.6°C
10/8
Thursday
Patchy rain nearby
27.5°C/18.4°C
10/9
Friday
Patchy rain nearby
28.5°C/20°C
10/10
Saturday
Patchy rain nearby
27.5°C/23.4°C
10/11
Sunday
Patchy rain nearby
27°C/22°C
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