Major city · Taiwan
Nantou
Spend 1–2 days in Nantou: walk the downtown market, visit two museums and the night market, then rest at a central 3‑star hotel.
Nantou is a small city in central Taiwan with a compact downtown, several museums, a weekly night market and easy bus/taxi links to the rest of the county. One full day covers the main sights; a second day allows a relaxed pace or a short nature walk.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- TWD
- Best months
- Oct–Apr, avoid typhoon season Jun–Sep
- avoid Jun–Sep (typhoons, heavy rain)
- Airport
- RMQ
- Nights
- 1–2
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
Emergency numbers for Nantou110 ▾
- 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 Nantou, 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
- SafetyNantou is generally safe for tourists; keep an eye on personal belongings in crowded markets.
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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.
- AirportRMQ Taichung Airport (Chung Ching) (about 1 h by bus from Nantou city centre).
- Getting aroundDowntown is walkable; taxis are plentiful near the bus station but usually unmetered – agree price first.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealBucket sticky rice (local snack)NT$50–80 (≈ US$2–3)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi short rideNT$150–250 (≈ US$5–9)
- Museum or sight ticketMuseum entryNT$100–200 (≈ US$4–7)
- Budget bedBoutique budget hotel, a night, per roomNT$1,200 (≈ US$40)
- Mid-range bed3‑star hotel room, a night, per roomNT$2,500 (≈ US$85)
- High-end bed3‑star hotel room, a night, per roomNT$4,000 (≈ US$140)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget NT$800 (≈ US$30) · Mid NT$1,200 (≈ US$40) · High NT$2,000 (≈ US$70)
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
- RMQ Taichung Airport (Chung Ching) (about 1 h by bus from Nantou city centre)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Feb
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Mar
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Apr
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
May
not flagged
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jun
Care
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Care
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Care
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Care
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Nov
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Dec
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Best: Oct–Apr. Mixed: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Jan (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Nantou: 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
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6 rd
Feb
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6 rd
Mar
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
7 rd
Apr
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
8 rd
May
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
10 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
11 rd
Oct
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
9 rd
Nov
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
7 rd
Dec
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°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
Downtown is walkable; taxis are plentiful near the bus station but usually unmetered – agree price first. Intercity buses run from Nantou City Bus Station (by Carrefour).
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Sun Moon Lake
goDoor to door: 2 h total
Bus from Nantou City Bus Station, about 1 h; walk around the lake
Popular bike loop and boat rides; check boat schedule.
Cingjing Farm
goDoor to door: 2 h 30 min
Bus to Cingjing, about 1 h 30 min; short walk to farm area
Cool climate, sheep grazing; check opening days in winter.
Hehuanshan (East Peak)
cautionDoor to door: 3 h
Bus to Hehuanshan bus stop (≈2 h), then taxi or hike
High altitude; weather changes fast, bring warm gear.
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.
Nantou Hotel
3‑star, central location, easy walk to bus station and night market
EG Rental Co.
Boutique budget hotel near Mochi Museum
Zhongxing Nanfa Manor
Small B&B in a historic wood‑stone house
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
| 3‑star hotel room1 × 1 night × NT$2,500 | NT$2,500 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × NT$1,200 | NT$2,400 |
| Bus from Taichung to Nantou (round trip)2 × NT$300 · check | NT$600 |
| Taxi within city (average short ride)2 × NT$150 · check | NT$300 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | NT$580 |
| Trip total≈ NT$3,190 per person per day, bed included | NT$6,380≈ US$250 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Bucket sticky rice (local snack) | NT$50–80 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Yi noodle bowl | NT$70–120 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Shaved ice dessert | NT$60–100 (≈ US$2–4) |
| Taxi short ride | NT$150–250 (≈ US$5–9) |
| Museum entry | NT$100–200 (≈ US$4–7) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Taxis often do not use meters – negotiate fare before boarding.
- Museum opening hours may change seasonally; 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 Taichung (check address); other embassies in Taipei.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Taichung → Nantou bus: about NT$300 (≈ US$10) each way (check)
- Taxi short ride in town: about NT$150–250 (≈ US$5–9)
Say or show
- 不好意思 — Excuse me / Sorry (bù hǎo yì si)
- 謝謝 — Thank you (xiè xie)
- 多少錢？ — How much is it? (duō shǎo qián)
- 夜市在哪裡？ — Where is the night market? (yè shì zài nǎ lǐ)
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 Nantou. 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, avoid typhoon season Jun–Sep · avoid Jun–Sep (typhoons, heavy rain) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
- secondaryWikidata – Nantou
- secondaryWikivoyage: Nantou, revision 5239309 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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