Hsinchu: Best Things to Do

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Hsinchu is a city in northern Taiwan, southwest of the capital city of Taipei.

Hsinchu City God Temple is also known as Cheng Huang Temple is the most visited temple in the city.

Image Museum of Hsinchu City is the right place to go when you want to learn the city's history and culture by watching old movies.

You have to empty your tummy and double-checking your wallet before coming to Neiwan Old Street because there are many delightful traditional foods and souvenirs.

You are never been to Hsinchu before you try a bowl of its famous pork meatball.

Leofoo Village Theme Park(六福村主題遊樂園) is the biggest theme park in Taiwan which established in 1979 as Leofoo Wildlife Park.

You have to mark your visit to Hsinchu by taking a snap of East Gate because this gate is the only gate which still standing after the Japanese era.

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SIGHTSEEING

Hsinchu City God Temple is also known as Cheng Huang Temple is the most visited temple in the city. The temple has amazing wall cravings and paintings and holds the highest rank of all the City God temples in Taiwan. In the courtyard you can enjoy the traditional Taiwanese operas and also you can enjoy Taiwanese food street from the markets nearby the temple.

Hsinchu City God Temple

Hsinchu City God Temple

The temple has amazing wall cravings and paintings and holds the highest rank of all the City God temples in Taiwan.

Address : No. 75號, Zhongshan Road, North District, Hsinchu City, Taiwan 300

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DOWNTOWN

Image Museum of Hsinchu City is the right place to go when you want to learn the city's history and culture by watching old movies. This museum is originally a cinema which still stays in its place since the Second Sino-Japanese War. This museum is located in the heart city of Hsinchu and mingling with skyscraper buildings.

Image Museum of Hsinchu City

Image Museum of Hsinchu City

In a former 1933 theater, this museum celebrates vintage & art films & promotes cinema education.

Address : No. 65號, Zhongzheng Road, East District, Hsinchu City, Taiwan 300

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SHOPPING

You have to empty your tummy and double-checking your wallet before coming to Neiwan Old Street because there are many delightful traditional foods and souvenirs. This old street is still preserved its traditional wooden structure which successfully brings rustic vibes along the street.

Neiwan Old Street

Neiwan Old Street

This old street is still preserved its traditional wooden structure which successfully brings rustic vibes along the street.

Address : Guangfu Road, Hengshan Township, Hsinchu County, Taiwan 312

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FOOD & DRINK

You are never been to Hsinchu before you try a bowl of its famous pork meatball. The soup is clean but reminds a fresh taste after you gulp it. This dish is very easy to find from the street food stands to a fancy restaurant.

CULTURE

Hsinchu has a very rich historical legacy with many historic relics which spread around the city centre. The city was found by the ancestor some 300 years ago and start to build its tradition based on their current legacy and keep growing along the centuries until nowadays.

BEST TIME TO VISIT

The best time to visit Hsinchu is from June to August, but the warmest month is July.

HOTEL

Hotel Royal Hsinchu situated in the middle of skyscrapers building in the most crowded area in Hsinchu. You can expect to have stay experience like a royal family from this hotel hospitality. The other five-star hotel that always worth to stay is AMBASSADOR HOTEL Hsinchu which also located in the middle of downtown. You just have to bring yourself and let the hotel staff do the rest, and all you find is the ultimate rest in this hotel room.

Hotel Royal Hsinchu

Hotel Royal Hsinchu

Situated in the middle of skyscrapers building in the most crowded area in Hsinchu.

Address : No. 227號, Section 1, Guangfu Road, East District, Hsinchu City, Taiwan 300

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AMBASSADOR HOTEL Hsinchu

AMBASSADOR HOTEL Hsinchu

All you find is the ultimate rest in this hotel room.

Address : No. 188號, Section 2, Zhonghua Rd, East District, Hsinchu City, Taiwan 30060

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RESTAURANT

Mainly served Mandarin authentic cuisine, Ding Tai Fung is always worth to visit when you want to experience the culture by your taste buds. The restaurant's owner will not disappoint your visit to this restaurant by serving only high-quality dish which made by the detail and skillfully. But if you start missing international dish like burger and fries, you may go to TABLE JOE. You can find your favourite Ameican dish in this restaurant such as pasta, salad, burger, and many more.

Ding Tai Fung

The restaurant's owner will not disappoint your visit to this restaurant by serving only high-quality dish which made by the detail and skillfully.

Address : 300, Taiwan, Hsinchu City, East District, Xida Road, 323號B1

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TABLE JOE

You can find your favourite Ameican dish in this restaurant such as pasta, salad, burger, and many more.

Address : No. 25號, Sanmin Road, East District, Hsinchu City, Taiwan 300

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CAFE

A cup of caffeine which served in moderate portion will welcome you warmly in PICCOLO COFFEE. The cafe has simple yet cosy vibes which good to start your day. Not only its cake and coffee latte which has sweet but also the atmosphere of In The Shadow of Gleam (暗室微光) has sweet too. Once you push the door of the cafe, you will feel like to enter a different world by its well-chosen furniture.

PICCOLO COFFEE

The cafe has simple yet cosy vibes which good to start your day.

Address : No. 101號, Jianzhong Road, East District, Hsinchu City, Taiwan 300

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In The Shadow of Gleam

In The Shadow of Gleam

Once you push the door of the cafe, you will feel like to enter a different world by its well-chosen furniture.

Address : No. 97號, Shengli Road, East District, Hsinchu City, Taiwan 300

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BAR AND NIGHTLIFE

Do you ever wonder how the locals of Hsinchu spending their nightlife in some centuries ago? Head to Chenghuang Temple Night Market to get your answer. This night market is the oldest in the area and established in 1895 before the Japanese occupation. You will find old-school favourite snacks and another delightful Taiwanese dessert. But if you prefer to spend your nightlife in a bar with a calm atmosphere, you may head to Simon Pub. With the wide range wine list, you can freely have a light into deep talk in this cosy bar which has European vibe.

Chenghuang Temple Night Market

Chenghuang Temple Night Market

This night market is the oldest in the area and established in 1895 before the Japanese occupation.

Address : 300, Taiwan, Hsinchu City, North District

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Simon Pub

With the wide range wine list, you can freely have a light into deep talk in this cosy bar which has European vibe.

Address : 300, Taiwan, Hsinchu City, East District, Shengli Road, 36號2樓

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INTERESTING PLACE

Leofoo Village Theme Park(六福村主題遊樂園) is the biggest theme park in Taiwan which established in 1979 as Leofoo Wildlife Park. In this theme park, there are more than 30 rollercoasters that you can ride on and its safari is something that can not be missed to explore. On the other hand, 18 Peaks Mountain Park will refresh your body since this park is famous as an exercise place for the locals. The track is not that hard and accessible for kids. Once you reach its peak, your effort will be rewarded by the beautiful green scenery.

Leofoo Village Theme Park

Leofoo Village Theme Park

Long-running park with themed areas offering thrill rides, interactive animal shows & a steam train.

Address : 306, Taiwan, Hsinchu County, Guanxi Township, 60號

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18 Peaks Mountain Park

18 Peaks Mountain Park

The track is not that hard and accessible for kids. Once you reach its peak, your effort will be rewarded by the beautiful green scenery.

Address : 300, East District, Hsinchu City, Taiwan

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INSTAGRAMMABLE SPOT

You have to mark your visit to Hsinchu by taking a snap of East Gate because this gate is the only gate which still standing after the Japanese era. This gate is located in the middle of traffic intersection which reminds you of Arc de Triomphe in Paris. Lastly, you have to bring scenic view seafront from Nanliao Fishing Port to your Instagram feed. In this 17km seascape area, you can do bike riding in the afternoon which you can rent in the rental shops.

East Gate

This gate is located in the middle of traffic intersection which reminds you of Arc de Triomphe in Paris.

Address : 300, Taiwan, Hsinchu City, North District, 東門圓環

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Nanliao Fishing Port

Nanliao Fishing Port

This popular, 17 kilometer trail offers a bicycle pathway along the seafront with scenic views.

Address : No. 173, Haibin Road, North District, Hsinchu City, Taiwan 300

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