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Major city · Taiwan

Tuku土庫鎮

Spend a half‑day in Tuku to sample its garlic market and temples; stay overnight in nearby Douliu if you need a bed.

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Tuku is a small agricultural township in Yunlin County, famous for garlic, peanuts, rice and honey. Its main attractions are the Shuntian Mazu Temple, Nantian Temple and the historic Tuku Story House. The town centre is compact and easily explored by bike, but footpaths are limited, so cyclists share the road. One half‑day covers the sights; add a night in Douliu for accommodation.

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Weather
see forecast
Currency
TWD
Best months
Oct–Apr (cooler, less rain)
avoid Jun–Sep (typhoon season)
Airport
RMQ
Nights
0.5

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This is a basic guide for Tuku: no airport-to-bed path, walking clusters or day plans yet. Fares and schedules here are unverified. What this page does cover
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.

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  • 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 Tuku110 ▾

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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost

Essentials

Quick answers and what things cost

Quick answers

The questions people ask first about Tuku, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.

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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.

garlic productionpeanut farmingrice fieldshoney industryShuntian Mazu Temple
Airports
RMQ Taichung Airport (about 80 km (50 mi) north, shuttle bus or taxi (check schedules))

Best months at a glance

From the guide's best and avoid lists

  1. Jan

    Best

    18°C (64°F)

  2. Feb

    Best

    19°C (66°F)

  3. Mar

    Best

    22°C (72°F)

  4. Apr

    Best

    25°C (77°F)

  5. May

    not flagged

    28°C (82°F)

  6. Jun

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  7. Jul

    Avoid

    33°C (91°F)

  8. Aug

    Avoid

    33°C (91°F)

  9. Sep

    Avoid

    31°C (88°F)

  10. Oct

    Best

    27°C (81°F)

  11. Nov

    Best

    23°C (73°F)

  12. Dec

    Best

    19°C (66°F)

Best: Oct–Apr. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →

Warmest Jul (33°C (91°F)), coolest Jan (12°C (54°F) low), wettest Jul (13 rain days), driest Jan (6). Averages, not a forecast.

Weather and climate

Forecast from Open-Meteo · averages rounded

Tuku: next 7 days

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Air quality

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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.

Jan

18°C (64°F)

12°C (54°F)

6 rd

Feb

19°C (66°F)

13°C (55°F)

6 rd

Mar

22°C (72°F)

16°C (61°F)

8 rd

Apr

25°C (77°F)

19°C (66°F)

9 rd

May

28°C (82°F)

22°C (72°F)

10 rd

Jun

31°C (88°F)

25°C (77°F)

12 rd

Jul

33°C (91°F)

27°C (81°F)

13 rd

Aug

33°C (91°F)

27°C (81°F)

13 rd

Sep

31°C (88°F)

25°C (77°F)

11 rd

Oct

27°C (81°F)

21°C (70°F)

9 rd

Nov

23°C (73°F)

16°C (61°F)

7 rd

Dec

19°C (66°F)

13°C (55°F)

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

Bicycle is the easiest way around the compact centre; public buses run infrequently, so plan rides in advance.

Nearest full guides

Straight-line distance, not travel time

See & doDay-trips, door to door

See & do

Day-trips, door to door

Day-trips

Door-to-door, not ride time

Douliu

go

Door to door: ≈30 min total

Local bus from Tuku to Douliu, about 15 min; walk to town centre

Douliu offers hotels, restaurants and the Douliu Night Market.

Beigang

go

Door to door: ≈1 h

Bus via Yunlin County routes, about 35 min; walk to Beigang Chaotian Temple

Beigang is known for its Mazu temple and traditional market.

Yunlin County Agricultural Museum (Yuanlin)

caution

Door to door: ≈1 h 30 min

Bus to Yuanlin, then local shuttle, total ≈1 h 15 min

Check opening hours; museum showcases regional agriculture.

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.

Douliu

Nearest town with hotels and hostels; 15 min by bus

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

2026 estimate, excluding the bed unless stated
Budget
NT$300–500 (≈ US$10–17) excl. bed
Mid
NT$500–800 (≈ US$17–30) excl. bed

Trip budget

2026 estimate · converts to your currency

Prices of common things

Garlic (per kg)NT$150–250 (≈ US$5–9)
Street snack (e.g., fried tofu)NT$30–60 (≈ US$1–2)
Bike rental (half‑day)NT$150–250 (≈ US$5–9)

2026 estimate; check locally.

Watch out

Safety

Tuku is generally safe; traffic can be busy around market hours – stay alert when cycling.
  • Few dedicated footpaths; cyclists often ride on the road.
  • Market stalls can block sidewalks in the mornings.

Emergency numbers

Police
110
Fire and ambulance
119
Tourism helpline
0800-011-765

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Tuku土庫鎮

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My bed tonight

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Emergency

  • Police110
  • Fire and ambulance119
  • Tourism helpline0800-011-765

Embassy

US consulate in Kaohsiung; other embassies in Taipei (check details).

My embassy: —

Fare anchors (2026 estimate)

  • Bus Douliu → Tuku: about NT$30 (≈ under US$1), 15 min (check schedule)

Say or show

  • 不好意思 — Excuse me / Sorry (bù hǎo yì si)
  • 謝謝 — Thank you (xiè xiè)
  • 這個多少錢？ — How much is this? (zhè ge duō shǎo qián?)
  • 市場在哪裡？ — Where is the market? (shì chǎng 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 Tuku. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.

What we know, and what is coming

On this page

  1. Best months: Oct–Apr (cooler, less rain) · avoid Jun–Sep (typhoon season) · month by month →
  2. 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
  3. Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
  4. Cost per day in 2 bands
  5. 3 day-trips, door to door
  6. 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers

Coming as the guide grows

  1. An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
  2. Walking clusters with bag rules
  3. Day plans checked against opening hours
  4. Field-verified times and fares

Meanwhile

Back to Taiwan

Sources

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