Major city · Taiwan
Tucheng土城區
Skip Tucheng unless you have a specific reason to visit: it's a residential district with a few temples and a park, reachable in 20 min by MRT from Banqiao or Taipei. Half a day is enough.
Tucheng is a quiet, family-oriented district of New Taipei City, best known for its MRT connection, a handful of temples and Tonghua Park. It has no major tourist draw and is most useful as a low-cost sleep base or a quick stop if you are visiting relatives or the nearby Yingge ceramics district.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- TWD
- Best months
- Oct–Dec, Mar–Apr
- avoid Jun–Sep (hot and humid)
- Airports
- TPE · TSA
- 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 Tucheng110 ▾
- 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 Tucheng, 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
- SafetyTucheng is safe for tourists.
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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 (Airport MRT to Taipei Main Station, then Bannan line to Tucheng; about 1 h 15 min).
- Getting aroundThe Bannan MRT line (Blue line) runs through Tucheng with four stations: Yongning, Tucheng, Haishan and Dingpu.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealBowl of noodles at a local eateryNT$60–100 (≈ US$2–4)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi from Tucheng MRT to Tonghua ParkNT$100–150 (≈ US$4–5)
- Metro or bus rideMRT ride from Taipei Main Station to TuchengcheckNT$35 (≈ US$2)
- Budget bedHostel dorm bed, a night, per personNT$600 (≈ US$20)
- Mid-range bedBudget double room, a night, per roomNT$1,800 (≈ US$60)
- High-end bedBudget double room, a night, per roomNT$3,000 (≈ US$100)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget NT$1,000 (≈ US$35) · Mid NT$2,000 (≈ US$70) · High NT$3,500 (≈ US$120)
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 (Airport MRT to Taipei Main Station, then Bannan line to Tucheng; about 1 h 15 min) · TSA Taipei Songshan Airport (MRT to Nanjing Fuxing, then Bannan line to Tucheng; about 40 min)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Feb
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Mar
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Apr
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
May
not flagged
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Jun
Avoid
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
Jul
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Nov
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Dec
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Best: Mar–Apr, Oct–Dec. Avoid: Jun–Sep. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)), coolest Jan (13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C) low), wettest Mar (15 rain days), driest Oct (10). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Tucheng: 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
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
12 rd
Feb
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
13 rd
Mar
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
15 rd
Apr
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
14 rd
May
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
15 rd
Jun
32°C (90°F)90°F (32°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
15 rd
Jul
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
12 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
13 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
12 rd
Oct
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
10 rd
Nov
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
11 rd
Dec
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
11 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 Bannan MRT line (Blue line) runs through Tucheng with four stations: Yongning, Tucheng, Haishan and Dingpu. Buses and taxis fill the gaps. Youbike stations are available.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
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.
Near Yongning or Tucheng MRT
Budget hotels and hostels; 20 min to Banqiao, 35 min to Taipei Main Station.
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$800–1,500 (≈ US$30–50) excl. bed
- Mid
- NT$1,500–2,500 (≈ US$50–85) excl. bed
- High
- NT$2,500 (≈ US$85)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Budget double room1 × 1 night × NT$1,200 | NT$1,200 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × NT$1,000 | NT$2,000 |
| MRT from Taipei Main Station to Tucheng, one way2 × NT$40 · check | NT$70 |
| Youbike rental, per 30 min2 × NT$10 | NT$20 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | NT$330 |
| Trip total≈ NT$1,810 per person per day, bed included | NT$3,620≈ US$120 |
2026 estimate in TWD; flights excluded.
Prices of common things
| MRT ride from Taipei Main Station to Tuchengcheck | NT$35 (≈ US$2) |
| Bowl of noodles at a local eatery | NT$60–100 (≈ US$2–4) |
| Bubble tea | NT$40–60 (≈ US$2) |
| Taxi from Tucheng MRT to Tonghua Park | NT$100–150 (≈ US$4–5) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Tucheng is a residential district; nightlife is minimal.
- Tonghua Park is best in April–May when the tung blossoms are out.
- Check the official site for temple opening hours.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
- Tourism helpline
- 0800-011-765
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Tucheng土城區
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請到這個地址To this address, please
Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
- Tourism helpline0800-011-765
Embassy
Most embassies are in Taipei; check the Taiwan Ministry of Foreign Affairs website.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- MRT Taipei Main Station → Tucheng: NT$35 (≈ US$2), about 35 min (check)
- Taxi from Tucheng MRT to Tonghua Park: NT$100–150 (≈ US$4–5)
Say or show
- 你好 — Hello (nǐ hǎo)
- 謝謝 — Thank you (xiè xiè)
- 多少錢？ — How much is it? (duō shǎo qián?)
- 捷運站在哪裡？ — Where is the MRT station? (jié yùn zhàn 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 Tucheng. 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–Dec, Mar–Apr · avoid Jun–Sep (hot and humid) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Place pages for Tonghua Park, Guangchengyan Temple and Tucheng Great Tomb with verified hours.
- Eat pages for local restaurants near Yongning MRT.
- Sleep pages for budget hotels near Tucheng MRT.
Sources
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