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Voykit pocket guide · Taiwan
Makung
馬公
Spend 1–2 days in Makung to see the historic streets, forts and museums; add a half‑day if you want a beach park.
Makung (Magong) is the only city on the Penghu archipelago, a compact port town with a walkable historic centre, several forts, temples and marine museums. A full day covers the main sights; a second day lets you relax at Guanyinting Recreation Area or take a short ferry to Hujing for the Guanyin statue.
- Country
- Taiwan
- Local name
- 馬公
- Best months
- May–Jun, Sep–Oct
- Avoid
- Jul–Aug (hot, occasional typhoons)
- Stay
- 1–2 nights
Checked 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change; anything marked (check) is not confirmed.
Essentials
- Currency
- TWD
- Money
- Night markets, breakfast shops and many small restaurants take cash only; carry NT$1,000–2,000 in small notes.
- Daily spend
- Budget NT$1,200–1,800 excl. bed · Mid NT$1,800–2,800 excl. bed · High NT$2,800+ excl. bed (estimate; check)
- SIM and data
- Chunghwa Telecom, Taiwan Mobile and FarEasTone sell tourist SIMs and eSIMs at TPE and KHH arrivals; a passport plus a second photo ID is required (check).
- Emergency
- Police 110 · Fire and ambulance 119 · Tourism helpline 0800-011-765
- Plugs
- Types A, B · 110 V · 60 Hz · US and Japanese plugs fit; European, UK and Australian plugs need an adapter, and 220 V-only appliances need a converter.
- Tipping
- Restaurants: No tip; a 10% service charge appears in many sit-down places and hotels.; Taxis: No tip; round up if you like.; Hotel porter: Not expected; NT$100 in luxury hotels if you want.; Private guide or driver: Not required; NT$200–500 a day or a meal is a thank-you.
- Water
- Treated at source, but locals boil or filter it. Filtered hot-and-cold dispensers are in stations, hotels and many public buildings; bottles cost NT$20–30.
- Toilets
- Free, clean toilets in every MRT station, convenience stores and department stores; paper goes in the toilet in most new buildings — follow the sign.
What things cost
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Coffee (café) | NT$80–120 |
| Vermicelli bowl (Siwei) | NT$120–180 |
| Beer (draft) | NT$100–150 |
| Ferry ticket (Magong ↔ Hujing) | NT$300–350 |
| Motorbike rental (full day) | NT$400–600 |
Desk estimates, checked 2026-09; check locally.
Get in
By air
- MZG · Penghu Airport (Magong)
- Flights to Taipei‑Songshan, Kaohsiung, Taichung, Tainan, Chiayi
Typical fares
- Magong Harbor ↔ Hujing ferry
- ≈ NT$330 round trip, 30 min each way (check)
- Motorbike rental (full day)
- ≈ NT$500, includes fuel
Show 7 more sections and the pocket cardHideGet around, See and do, Sleep, Phrase card, Etiquette, safety and scams, One and two days, Sources, Pocket card
Get around
The town centre is walkable; motorbike rentals are common for reaching parks or nearby islands. Taxis are available at the harbor.
See and do
Known for
- Central Street historic walk
- Magong Old City Wall
- Mazu Temple
- Ocean Resources Museum
- Guanyinting Recreation Area
Day trips
| Where | How | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Hujing Island | Ferry from Magong Harbor, about 30 min | ≈1 h total |
| Baisha (White Sand) Island | Ferry from Magong Harbor, 20 min | ≈45 min |
Sleep
- MF Hotel Penghu
- Central, near Magong Harbor; 2‑star, good for short stays.
- Bowa Hotel
- Near the harbor, mid‑range rooms.
- Bayhouse Hostel Penghu
- Beach‑side hostel in the suburbs, dorms and private rooms.
Phrase card
| English | Say or show |
|---|---|
| Excuse me / Sorry | 對不起duìbuqǐ |
| Thank you | 謝謝xièxiè |
| How much is it? | 多少錢？duōshǎo qián? |
| Where is the harbor? | 港口在哪裡？gǎngkǒu zài nǎlǐ? |
| Can I have the menu in English? | 有英文菜單嗎？yǒu yīngwén càidān ma? |
Etiquette, safety and scams
Etiquette
- Greeting: A nod or light handshake; 'nǐ hǎo'; avoid: Hugs with new acquaintances
- Handing things: Two hands for cards, gifts and money; avoid: Tossing money on the counter
- Gifts: Fruit or a boxed sweet for hosts; refuse once before accepting; avoid: Clocks, umbrellas, pears and anything in fours — they sound like death or parting
- MRT: Queue at the markings, give up priority seats; avoid: Eating, drinking or chewing gum past the gates
- Temples: Enter right, exit left; one or three sticks of incense; avoid: Stepping on thresholds; pointing at deities
- Home visit: Shoes off; slippers provided; avoid: Writing names in red ink
- Sensitive topics: Follow your host's lead; many people hold a range of views on identity and cross-strait ties; avoid: Assuming everyone thinks the same about China or the ROC's status
Scams and watch-outs
- Summer heat can exceed 35 °C; carry water and sunscreen.
- Typhoon season (July–September) may suspend ferry services – check schedules.
- Some museums close on Mondays; verify opening days before visiting.
Makung is generally safe; petty theft is rare. Watch for strong sun and occasional rough seas on boat trips.
One and two days
No timed day plan for Makung yet. Suggested stay: 1–2 nights. Build a day from the list below, mornings for the big sight.
- Central Street historic walk
- Magong Old City Wall
- Mazu Temple
- Ocean Resources Museum
- Guanyinting Recreation Area
Sources
Written by Voykit; facts cross-checked against these sources, last desk check 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change: check on the day.
- Wikivoyage: Makung, revision 5239431 (CC BY-SA 4.0): en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?oldid=5239431
Pocket card
Cut along the border and keep it in your wallet. Show the local-script lines to a driver.
Makung馬公
請把這個地址給我
To this address, please
My hotel (write the name and address in the local script)
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
- Tourism helpline0800-011-765
US consulate in Kaohsiung (check address); other embassies in Taipei.
Voykit · checked 2026-09
Printed from Voykit (/makung). Written by Voykit; checked 2026-09. Estimates only: confirm prices, hours and entry rules on the day.