With abundant facilities, the kids could play on the climbing wall on the 6th floor until the very last minute, and then dine at the restaurant downstairs in the hotel – a very convenient one-stop itinerary.
Brother Lü was truly a very meticulous tour leader/guide/driver. He drove very safely on the entire mountain road, and I didn't get carsick at all. He also carefully explained each attraction, and every spot was truly beautiful. However, it would have been even better if we could have spent a little more time there. I was very happy with this day trip, and I would definitely choose Taiwan Sightseeing Bus again as my first choice for travel next time.
I used this service for a round trip to Kaohsiung. At the ticket counter, you show your reservation number and passport to receive a ticket booklet, which you then show to pass through the gate. Due to my travel itinerary, I could only go to Kaohsiung, but it was definitely worth it. It's a great opportunity to visit cities other than Taipei! I think it will become a popular service for repeat customers.
We used this for a family trip. We were able to purchase tickets at a great price because we got a deal where two tickets were purchased for the price of one, plus a 50% off coupon.
However, the coupon could only be used once, so we purchased the return ticket at the regular price. As a result, the total round-trip cost was only slightly cheaper than a 3-day Taiwan High-Speed Rail pass. Without the coupon, the pass would have been cheaper.
Booking the high-speed rail was confusing for first-timers; we were unsure which code to enter. We proceeded with the booking by referring to YouTube videos. Also, we couldn't book a train at our desired time, requiring us to change our travel plans. Early booking is recommended if you plan to use the Taiwan High-Speed Rail.
Since we planned to travel on a weekend, we consulted TSHR customer service, and they recommended reserved seats rather than unreserved seats. Therefore, we booked the 7:11 AM train, which was the closest to our desired time. Because it was an early morning train, ticket issuance at the station was smooth and not crowded. We were able to book two adjacent seats.
Instead, we had to skip the hotel breakfast, but buying rice balls at FamilyMart for breakfast instead made changing plans part of the fun of the trip.
As a result, our original travel plans changed, but we were able to use the extra time to make other plans and enjoy the trip flexibly.
What I realized from this experience is that if you're using the Shinkansen round trip, comparing it to a free pass is essential. It's best to compare not only the price difference but also the degree of flexibility in use. Note that with the free pass, you need to show your passport each time you board, which some people might find a little inconvenient.
Since it was my first time using it, it took me some time to understand the system. In particular, I didn't fully understand that the coupon could only be used once, which resulted in needing to compare it to a free pass and revise my travel plans. If you carefully check the usage conditions and total cost before purchasing, you can use it with more peace of mind.
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Best time to visit Miaoli
Data source:Meteostat Last updated:2025-09
Weather in Miaoli throughout the year
Spring (March–May): Average 19.2–23.4°C, mild and comfortable climate with less rainfall, suitable for outdoor activities. Common activities: flower viewing, outings, visiting the Sanyi Wood Sculpture Street. Recommended clothing: light jacket, long-sleeved shirt.
Summer (June–August): Average 26.3–27.6°C, hot weather, less rainfall, occasional afternoon thundershowers. Common activities: swimming, playing in the sea, tasting Hakka cuisine. Recommended clothing: light and breathable clothing, sun protection clothing, hat.
Autumn (September–November): Average 25.3–27.3°C, comfortable and pleasant climate with less rainfall. Common activities: picking persimmons, hiking in the Lion's Head Mountain Scenic Area, appreciating Miaoli's autumn scenery. Recommended clothing: light long-sleeved clothing.
Winter (December–February): Average 16.3–17.4°C, mild climate with very little rainfall. Common activities: soaking in hot springs, visiting the Hakka Cultural Park, tasting warm Hakka soups. Recommended clothing: warm jacket, long-sleeved clothing.
Weather in Miaoli
Annual average temperature: approx. 22.7°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 75 mm / Summer humidity: 60%–70% / Rainiest month: July
Miaoli weather by month
Month
Temperature (°C)
Rainfall (mm)
January
16.3°C
1.4
February
17.4°C
3.2
March
19.2°C
2.9
April
23.4°C
9.3
May
23.3°C
9.7
June
26.3°C
8.2
July
27.6°C
14.2
August
27.4°C
5.6
September
27.3°C
11.5
October
25.3°C
3.8
November
21.7°C
4.7
December
17.3°C
0.7
7-day weather forecast for Miaoli
11/10
Tuesday
Sunny
21.9°C/14.7°C
11/11
Wednesday
Partly Cloudy
25.5°C/14.9°C
11/12
Thursday
Sunny
26.1°C/17°C
11/13
Friday
Sunny
27°C/16.9°C
11/14
Saturday
Overcast
25.5°C/19.2°C
11/15
Sunday
Patchy rain nearby
25.7°C/19.1°C
11/16
Monday
Patchy rain nearby
26.4°C/18.1°C
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