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Ch'ing-shui Cliff

Ch'ing-shui Cliff

5.2
4.8/51,094 Reviews
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Beaches and shores
Open year round, 24/7
ariel423:“Qingshui Cliff is a cliff facing the Pacific Ocean on Qingshui Mountain, located in Hualien City. Qingshui Cliff looks magnificent and extremely steep, and below the cliff is the beautiful Pacific Ocean. It is recommended to overlook this wonder from the observation deck, as well as the Suhua Highway not far away, which is spectacular.”
whaleworld Whale Watching Experience in Hualien

whaleworld Whale Watching Experience in Hualien

5.0
4.6/5130 Reviews
Opening hours: 06:00-17:00
Kimi_jm:“Whale watching is available in Yilan, Hualien, and Taitung. There are three whale watching companies in Hualien, Pacific, Whale World, and Doloman. Whale World is more commercial, while Doloman is a bit academic in nature and cooperates with the Kuroshio Ocean Cultural Foundation. There are many flights in summer, and there are actually flights in the non-peak seasons of autumn and winter. Hualien is famous for whale watching because the seabed terrain off the coast of Hualien and Taitung drops sharply, and there are relatively deep seas. The Kuroshio current passes through the eastern waters of Taiwan, and there are abundant fish in the Kuroshio, which also attracts many whales and dolphins to appear for food. The Hualien-Taitung waters are the place where the most whales and dolphins are found in Taiwan. The most common ones are sperm whales, false killer whales, patterned dolphins, and spinner dolphins. From April to October every year, it is the courtship period for dolphins. During this period, they will jump out of the sea in large numbers to perform to find a good mate. Dolphins usually appear in groups. If you are lucky, you will see dozens or hundreds of dolphins jumping on the sea surface, or even riding the waves on the bow of the ship. Once dolphins are found, whale watching ships will slowly approach them. Wild dolphins are easier to see, generally with a 95% chance, but large whales are purely a matter of luck. I have been there twice, and was lucky enough to see whales the second time, but I saw a lot of wild spinner dolphins both times.”
Farglory Ocean Park

Farglory Ocean Park

4.7
4.5/5208 Reviews
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Amusement parks
Opening hours: 09:30-17:00(Tickets available until 15:00; admission ends at 15:00)
_We***29:“Today, I came to Qingdao Ocean Park with my family and had a great time. The children had a great time, and the parents were also very happy. There were many kinds of animals and wonderful performances. The walrus and sea lion performances at the horizon and the whale and dolphin show at the polar pavilion were also very good. The transportation was also very enthusiastic and the service was recommended.”
Taroko National Park

Taroko National Park

4.6
4.8/51,162 Reviews
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Natural scenery
Open year round, 24/7
Nickolas C:“The best scenery you can get in Taiwan! It is in Taipei and the national park has all beaches and mountains”
Qixingtan Scenic Area

Qixingtan Scenic Area

4.3
4.7/51,629 Reviews
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Beaches and shores
Night view
Open year round, 24/7
Tom Hung:“Qixingtan (Malongayangay in Sakilaya) was originally located east of present-day Hualien Airport. Its name stems from its north-south longitudinal shape, with an L-shaped mouth at the north end and a handle at the south end, roughly resembling the Big Dipper. Crescent Bay (Cikatingan) was where the original Qixingtan residents were relocated by the Japanese. Because they considered themselves Qixingtan natives and missed Qixingtan, they named their new home Qixingtan. Today, Qixingtan is an arc-shaped bay bordering the Pacific Ocean, paved with large and small gravels. Geologically, the beach is steeply sloping, prone to rogue waves, making it one of Taiwan's ten most dangerous waters.”
Tropic of Cancer Marker Park

Tropic of Cancer Marker Park

3.4
4.4/5352 Reviews
Open year round, 24/7
隨時出走:“There are two Tropic of Cancer memorial sites in Taiwan. The other one is in Chiayi. This site in Hualien did not originally exist. It was established relatively recently, but it has been almost ten years. Originally there was only a small monument. Later, there was a shaped monument with a promenade to shade the sun. There are public restrooms, and it’s nice to have mobile coffee on holidays.”
Pine Garden

Pine Garden

3.0
4.6/592 Reviews
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Historic buildings
Opening hours: 09:00-18:00
aricarpino:“Quiet and relaxing old japanese military base, good views and secular pine trees from Okinawa.There's a cafè inside and a small pond.60ntd ticket.”
Cave of Water Curtain

Cave of Water Curtain

3.0
4.8/523 Reviews
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Natural scenery
Open year round, 24/7
超级ctt:“Visit the reopened Water Curtain Cave. I highly recommend this scenic spot with a short distance and gentle slope. The one-way distance is 2.1 kilometers. The first 0.95 kilometers have a cement-paved friendly trail, which is convenient for wheelchairs. After 0.95 kilometers, although it is not a friendly trail, it is also gentle and easy to walk. There are 8 tunnels in the whole journey. If there are better lighting equipment, the latter part to the Water Curtain Cave and the White Poplar Waterfall is a short fork road, which is not far from each other and can be visited together. The water in the Water Curtain Cave is clear and cool, and it is a good place to cool off. The cave is completely dark and will get you soaked. You must have simple lighting equipment (if you are not afraid of your phone being splashed with water, the brightness of the phone is enough) and waterproof clothing. The Water Curtain Cave itself is not big, but it is a very interesting experience. The momentum of the White Poplar Waterfall and the boulders scattered in the stream are also very spectacular. It is highly recommended for the whole family to visit together.”
Huadong Valley

Huadong Valley

3.0
4.5/5227 Reviews
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Rafting
Natural scenery
Open year round, 24/7
jiessy:“The Hualien-Taitung Valley is a canyon between Hualien and Taitung, between the Central Mountain Range and the Coastal Mountain Range. It is about 5-10 kilometers wide. It has the most pristine scenery, produces the best rice and milk in Taiwan, and has many delicious fruits. I live in this paradise-like valley.”
Huilan Bay

Huilan Bay

2.6
4.5/510 Reviews
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Beaches and shores
Opening hours: 09:00-17:30
yinxinchuan:“A new tourist attraction with sea, river and artificial lake.”

Where to stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Hualien, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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Parkview Hotel Hualien

Parkview Hotel Hualien

4.5/5396 Reviews
OwlStay Green Villa

OwlStay Green Villa

4.6/522 Reviews
Kindness Hotel Hualien

Kindness Hotel Hualien

4.7/5502 Reviews
Cypress House

Cypress House

4.3/532 Reviews
Liga Hotel

Liga Hotel

4.2/543 Reviews
SEAVIEW B&B

SEAVIEW B&B

4.8/58 Reviews
itravel Hostel

itravel Hostel

4.8/53 Reviews
Li Wu Zuo Cun B & B

Li Wu Zuo Cun B & B

4.7/515 Reviews
Fun House

Fun House

4.8/529 Reviews

What to eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Hualien dishes and foodie spots.
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Erouxiansheng

Erouxiansheng

4.8/5193 Reviews
Open 11:30-0:30
没有蜡olling:“Mr. Goose, right next to Hualien Port Church. The goose meat is cut into thin slices, and the golden sauce is wonderful. The greasiness of the goose is eliminated without a trace, and it is very appetizing. Crispy intestine soup, the goose intestines are processed very cleanly and are truly crispy. They are cooked with sauerkraut and only seasoned with minced celery and shredded ginger. If there weren’t a few more restaurants I wanted to eat at next, I really should have ordered from all the menus”
戴記扁食

戴記扁食

4.6/5156 Reviews
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Time-honored Brand
Avg. €1/person
Open 10:00-20:30
翱翔的大鲨鱼:“You must try this Hualien flatbread. It is a famous old shop that has been passed down for four generations and only sells this one flavor. Dai's flatbreads are NT$70. The noodles are made with hand-made noodle making technology, and the skin is thin and not easy to overcook. The meat is made from fresh, warm-bodied pigs, and the meat is fresh and not fishy. It is a must-try when traveling to Hualien.”
Laopaizhadancongyoubing

Laopaizhadancongyoubing

4.9/5152 Reviews
没有蜡olling:“The hand-rolled scallion pancakes are crispy and chewy, with a chewy texture. Add a half-cooked egg and you have a classic Taiwanese snack! Although it is fried, it doesn’t taste greasy. It tastes good even when it’s cold. Locals will line up for this delicacy.”
Zhoujizhengjiao

Zhoujizhengjiao

4.4/557 Reviews
Boye1:“It's a chain of steamed buns shops, this one is located near the train station, so the business is very good. I was surprised by the size of the steamed buns, they are very big, and the dumplings inside are very good.”
液香扁食

液香扁食

4.8/5108 Reviews
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Time-honored Brand
Avg. €2/person
Open tomorrow at 10:00
逍遥:“Bianshi generally refers to wontons from Fujian and other places. Wontons are usually called wontons in the north and most areas of southern Jiangsu and Zhejiang. Different regions in the south have different names, such as chao shou in Sichuan, bao mian in Hubei, baofu in southern Anhui, and bianshi in Fujian and central Jiangsu. In Guangdong, the word "wonton" is relatively rare, so it is commonly written as "wonton" (Cantonese), which is the same pronunciation. The English word "wonton" comes from Cantonese.”
Oh La La fashibaobing · Home-Style Cooking

Oh La La fashibaobing · Home-Style Cooking

4.9/512 Reviews
Currently closed
大姐小露開心果:“Oh La La, a 10-minute walk from Hualien Railway Station It is an authentic home-cooked dish that came from France across the ocean. Handsome French pastry chef with smile and patience Make satisfying French delicacies and crepes Elegant pink and green facade Elegant and elegant The store is simple and comfortable Green plants add a touch of comfort Walls, colors, decorations, books, floor tiles... Every corner has the color of Southern France Become a popular check-in store on IG Classic French buckwheat pancakes, served with tomatoes, ham, cheese and eggs, are a must-have at almost every table. The color and delicious taste win unanimous praise. Midsummer berries in a skirt-like silhouette Frozen berries on a plate with buttercream flowers Super eye-catching Cut skirt-shaped pancake Inside is a ball of berry smoothie Warm and cold taste Serve with fresh cream Sweet and sour instantly softens Make this exquisite dessert even more dreamy Normandy Flamed Apple Brandy Crepes The chef provides a tableside flame show when serving The crust itself is not sweet Cinnamon Caramel Sautéed Apples After pouring wine Enhanced aroma and sweetness Served with vanilla ice cream Become the most perfect combination Cocoa flame pancakes before serving The chef turns off the lights in the store in darkness Light up the orange wine at the table After burning Pour into pancakes Wait for the alcohol to burn off Ready to enjoy Orange wine soaks the pancakes Honey-soaked orange peel in wine Improves the taste of moist crust and the aroma of orange wine make ice cream It also becomes more alcoholic. In Ho La La We are in every glance, every spoonful contentedly I found the best way to interpret Happy Ending~”
极焰精致烧肉

极焰精致烧肉

4.3/58 Reviews
Open at 17:30 today
Boye1:“The barbecue is very well made. The beef is very good, and it tastes a bit like Wagyu. The Okonomiyaki tastes very good too. The shredded bean sprouts taste very good, and the shredded potatoes are just average.”
STARBUCKS Hualian Shop

STARBUCKS Hualian Shop

4.3/526 Reviews
Open 09:00-22:00
深蓝色的紫007:“My friend wanted to drink Starbucks, so we went there. He is a loyal fan. Actually, I didn’t buy two drinks because I thought the drinks in this store were expensive. It cost more than 70 yuan.”
Liminghongchadian

Liminghongchadian

4.8/513 Reviews
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Time-honored Brand
Open 5:00-23:00
大姐小露開心果:“Dawn Black Tea near Miaokou Black Tea It is No.1 in the eyes of locals As the first restaurant selling black tea in Hualien The old store maintains the decoration of more than 30 years ago Provide a variety of meal options and the nostalgic ancient flavor of black tea Egg pancakes have many flavors Egg pancake crust made from flour batter It tastes particularly chewy Submarine is very refreshing Black tea is also of good quality The store’s Taiwanese macarons are also quite cute. Open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. You can bend over at any time and have a feast~”
Starbucks Coffee

Starbucks Coffee

5.0/511 Reviews
Open 8:00-23:00
小小绿带爆米花:“Hualien Starbucks Container House is a very unique coffee shop. I seem to remember that there is a similar one in Shanghai, but I have never been there. Since the space in each container is not big enough to put a few tables, social distance should be maintained.”
Dongdamen Night Market

Dongdamen Night Market

4.6/5115 Reviews
Boye1:“Dongdaemun Night Market and Ziqiang Night Market are connected. In addition to roadside stalls, there are also many small roadside shops. The seafood there tastes very good. The oysters are very fresh and are local oysters from Hualien.”
米當烤肉

米當烤肉

4.3/58 Reviews
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Open Late
Avg. €5/person
Open at 17:30 today
Boye1:“This is a Thai-style barbecue restaurant. Of course, the charcoal-grilled pork neck is a must-order. The meat is cut into pieces and tastes quite delicious. The Thai water spinach is also good.”

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