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Beigan
Spend 1–2 days on Beigan to see the tunnel, temples and Turtle Island; a short stay fits a Matsu island hop.
Beigan is a small island in the Matsu archipelago with a handful of historic sites, coastal scenery and a single hostel. Flights from Taipei take about 30 min, and the island can be explored on foot or by bike, so one full day covers the main sights; a second day adds a ferry to Daqiu Island or Turtle Island.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- TWD
- Best months
- Oct–Apr (mild weather, less rain)
- avoid Jun–Sep (typhoon season, hotter humidity)
- Airport
- MFK
- Nights
- 1–2
Not a trip line yet
Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- Taiwan ↗Check visa-exemption length, passport validity and the online arrival card (TWAC) on the official sites before you fly.
- Taiwan ↗An EasyCard (or iPASS) covers MRT, buses, local trains and many convenience-store purchases; buy one at the airport or a station.
- Taiwan ↗When a local government declares a typhoon day, transport and sights can close for the day; follow the official notice, not the forecast alone.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Beigan110 ▾
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
- Tourism helpline0800-011-765
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Beigan, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Night markets, breakfast shops and many small restaurants take cash only; carry NT$1,000–2,000 (≈ US$35–70) in small notes.Taiwan-wide
- SIM or eSIMChunghwa Telecom, Taiwan Mobile and FarEasTone sell tourist SIMs and eSIMs at TPE and KHH arrivals…Taiwan-wide
- Tap waterTreated at source, but locals boil or filter it.Taiwan-wide
- TippingRestaurants: No tip; a 10% service charge appears in many sit-down places and hotels.Taiwan-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 110 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Taiwan-wide
- SafetyBeigan is low‑risk; main concerns are weather‑related travel delays and limited medical facilities – carry basic supplies.
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- RestroomsFree, clean toilets in every MRT station, convenience stores and department stores; paper goes in the toilet in most new buildings — follow the sign.Taiwan-wide
- Emergency numbers110 police · 119 fire and ambulance · 0800-011-765 Tourism helpline (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany museums close on Monday (the National Palace Museum opens daily).Taiwan-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportMFK Beigan Airport (Uni‑Air flights from Taipei Songshan, 3 per day, ~30 min).
- Getting aroundcheckThe island is compact; walk or rent a bike (hourly rates check).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeLocal coffeeNT$50–80 (≈ US$2–3)
- Street or quick mealStreet snack (e.g., fried squid)NT$80–150 (≈ US$3–5)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (up to 5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi (up to 3.1 mi (5 km))NT$300–450 (≈ US$10–15)
- Budget bedHostel dorm bed, a night, per personNT$300 (≈ US$10)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget NT$800 (≈ US$30) · Mid NT$1,500 (≈ US$50) · High NT$2,500 (≈ US$85)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- MFK Beigan Airport (Uni‑Air flights from Taipei Songshan, 3 per day, ~30 min)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Feb
Best
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Mar
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Apr
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
May
not flagged
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Jun
Avoid
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Jul
Avoid
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Aug
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Sep
Avoid
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Oct
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Nov
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Dec
Best
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Best: Oct–Apr. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Aug (28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)), coolest Jan (10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C) low), wettest Jul (12 rain days), driest Jan (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Beigan: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
6 rd
Feb
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
6 rd
Mar
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
7 rd
Apr
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
8 rd
May
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
9 rd
Jun
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
10 rd
Jul
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
12 rd
Aug
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12 rd
Sep
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
9 rd
Oct
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
7 rd
Nov
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
6 rd
Dec
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
6 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The island is compact; walk or rent a bike (hourly rates check). Taxis are limited; most attractions are within 2 km of the hostel.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Daqiu Island
goDoor to door: ≈2 h round trip
Ferry from Baisha Harbor, seasonal; charter boats off‑season
Known for Formosan sika deer; no facilities, bring water.
Turtle Island
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
Boat charter from Baisha Harbor, 15‑min ride
Granite formation, good for photos; no landing area.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Qinbi Mediterranean Hostel
Old stone houses on a hillside, sea view; suitable for backpackers
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- NT$800–1,200 (≈ US$30–40) excl. bed
- Mid
- NT$1,200–2,000 (≈ US$40–70) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hostel dorm bed1 × 1 night × NT$300 | NT$300 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × NT$800 | NT$800 |
| Uni‑Air flight round‑trip Taipei–Beigan1 × NT$2,000 · check | NT$2,000 |
| Bike rental (4 h)1 × NT$300 · check | NT$300 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | NT$340 |
| Trip total≈ NT$3,740 per person per day, bed included | NT$3,740≈ US$130 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Local coffee | NT$50–80 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Street snack (e.g., fried squid) | NT$80–150 (≈ US$3–5) |
| Taxi (up to 5 km) | NT$300–450 (≈ US$10–15) |
| Bicycle hire (hour) | NT$100–150 (≈ US$4–5) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Last bus from Baisha Harbor returns around 18:00; plan ferry times.Last bus from Baisha Harbor returns around 6:00 PM; plan ferry times.
- Beihai Tunnel closes for maintenance occasionally – check before visiting.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
- Tourism helpline
- 0800-011-765
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Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
- Tourism helpline0800-011-765
Embassy
US consulate in Taipei; contact for assistance in Beigan.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Taipei Songshan → Beigan (Uni‑Air): about NT$2,000 (≈ US$70) one‑way, 30 min flight (check)
- Baisha Harbor ferry to Nangan: ≈ NT$150 each way, 15 min (check)
Say or show
- 對不起 — Excuse me / Sorry (duìbuqǐ)
- 謝謝 — Thank you (xièxiè)
- 多少錢？ — How much is it? (duōshǎo qián?)
- 洗手間在哪裡？ — Where is the bathroom? (xǐshǒujiān zài nǎlǐ?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Beigan. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Oct–Apr (mild weather, less rain) · avoid Jun–Sep (typhoon season, hotter humidity) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a bike‑rental guide page.
- Create a ferry schedule page for Daqiu and Turtle Island.
Sources
- officialBeigan Visitor Center
- officialUni‑Air flight schedule
- fieldWikidata – Beigan
- secondaryWikivoyage: Beigan, revision 5239844 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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