Major city · Taiwan
Toufen頭份市
Spend a half‑day in Toufen to see its temples and old village; add a night only if you want to shop at Shangshun World.
Toufen is a small city in northern Miaoli County, reachable by train via Zhunan station and by local buses. Its main attractions are historic temples and the Toufen Old Village, all within walking distance of the town centre. One half‑day covers the sights; an extra night adds shopping at Shangshun World.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- TWD
- Best months
- Oct–Apr (cooler, less rain)
- avoid Jun–Sep (hot, higher rain)
- Airports
- TPE · HSZ
- Nights
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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 Toufen110 ▾
- 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 Toufen, 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
- SafetyToufen is generally safe; watch for incense smoke at temples and verify bus times.
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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.
- AirportTPE Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (About 1.5 h by bus or taxi; main international gateway).
- Getting aroundCity is compact; most sights are a 5‑10 min walk from the centre.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a caféNT$80–120 (≈ US$3–4)
- Street or quick mealLocal snack (e.g., fried tofu)NT$30–60 (≈ US$1–2)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi (3.1 mi (5 km))NT$150–200 (≈ US$5–7)
- Museum or sight ticketTemple entryFree
- Budget bedGuesthouse room, a night, per personNT$600 (≈ US$20)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget NT$800 (≈ US$30) · Mid NT$1,200 (≈ US$40) · High NT$1,800 (≈ US$60)
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
- TPE Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (About 1.5 h by bus or taxi; main international gateway) · HSZ Taichung International Airport (About 1 h by bus or taxi; limited international flights)
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
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Mar
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Apr
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
May
not flagged
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Jun
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Aug
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Sep
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Nov
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Dec
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Best: Oct–Apr. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)), coolest Jan (9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C) low), wettest Jul (12 rain days), driest Feb (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Toufen: 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)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
8 rd
Feb
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
7 rd
Mar
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
9 rd
Apr
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
9 rd
May
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
10 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
11 rd
Jul
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12 rd
Aug
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
11 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
10 rd
Oct
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
8 rd
Nov
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
7 rd
Dec
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
8 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
City is compact; most sights are a 5‑10 min walk from the centre. Buses connect to Miaoli County; train at nearby Zhunan station (5 min taxi).
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Zhunan
goDoor to door: ≈30 min total
Train from Zhunan station (5 min taxi) – 10 min ride
Coastal town with night market and beach.
Miaoli City
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
Local bus from Toufen station, about 20 min
Visit Miaoli Railway Museum and night market.
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.
Local guesthouses near city centre
Simple rooms, walk to temples and Old Village; suitable for one night.
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$600–900 (≈ US$20–30) excl. bed
- Mid
- NT$900–1,300 (≈ US$30–45) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse room2 × 3 nights × NT$900 | NT$5,400 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 3 days × NT$1,200 | NT$7,200 |
| Trip total≈ NT$2,100 per person per day, bed included | NT$12,600≈ US$450 |
Simple private room, suitable for one traveller
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a café | NT$80–120 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Local snack (e.g., fried tofu) | NT$30–60 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Taxi (5 km) | NT$150–200 (≈ US$5–7) |
| Temple entry | Free |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Temple incense can cause heavy smoke on festival days; consider mask.
- Bus schedules may vary on weekends; check local timetables.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
- Tourism helpline
- 0800-011-765
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Toufen頭份市
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請到這個地址To this address, please
Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
- Tourism helpline0800-011-765
Embassy
US consulate in Taipei; check for nearest Taiwanese representation.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Taxi Zhunan station → city centre: about NT$150 (≈ US$5), 5 min
- Local bus Toufen ↔ Miaoli: about NT$30–40 (≈ US$1–2) per ride (check)
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?)
- 廁所在哪裡？ — Where is the toilet? (cè suǒ 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 Toufen. 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 (cooler, less rain) · avoid Jun–Sep (hot, higher rain) · month by month →
- 2 airports 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 night for Shangshun World shopping centre.
- Combine with a day in Zhunan for coastal scenery.
Sources
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