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Jinguashi
Do Jinguashi as a half‑day day‑trip from Taipei; reach by train to Ruifang then bus, spend 3–4 h visiting the Gold Museum and nearby sights.
Jinguashi is a historic mining village on the coast of New Taipei. The main attraction is the Gold Museum (NT$80 entry) plus open‑air sites like the Shuinandong Smelter, Changren Tunnel and the Yin‑yang Sea. Buses run from Ruifang station every 30 min (NT$25). A half‑day is enough; stay in Taipei and travel back the same day.
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- Weather
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- Best months
- Oct–Apr (cooler, less rain)
- avoid Jun–Aug (hot, occasional typhoons)
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- TPE
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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.
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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
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Jinguashi110 ▾
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
- Tourism helpline0800-011-765
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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 Jinguashi, 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
- SafetyJinguashi is generally safe; watch for steep paths and keep an eye on personal belongings in crowded areas.
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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 Taoyuan International (Take MRT to Taipei, then train to Ruifang (≈1 h).).
- Getting aroundFrom Ruifang train station take bus 1062/856 (NT$25 (≈ under US$1), Easycard accepted) every 30 min, 08:30‑15:00.From Ruifang train station take bus 1062/856 (NT$25 (≈ under US$1), Easycard accepted) every 30 min, 8:30 AM‑3:00 PM.
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 mealSnack (e.g., herbal rice cake)NT$30–60 (≈ US$1–2)
- Budget bedHostel dorm bed, a night, per personNT$350 (≈ US$12)
- Mid-range bedDouble room (2‑person), a night, per roomNT$1,800 (≈ US$60)
- High-end bedDouble room (2‑person), a night, per roomNT$2,600 (≈ US$90)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget NT$1,000 (≈ US$35) · Mid NT$1,500 (≈ US$50) · High NT$2,500 (≈ US$85)
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 Taoyuan International (Take MRT to Taipei, then train to Ruifang (≈1 h).)
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
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Apr
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
May
not flagged
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Jun
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jul
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Sep
not flagged
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Oct
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°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–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)), coolest Jan (10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C) low), wettest Jul (12 rain days), driest May (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Jinguashi: 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)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
10 rd
Feb
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
9 rd
Mar
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
8 rd
Apr
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
7 rd
May
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
6 rd
Jun
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
9 rd
Jul
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12 rd
Sep
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
10 rd
Oct
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
8 rd
Nov
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
7 rd
Dec
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
9 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
From Ruifang train station take bus 1062/856 (NT$25, Easycard accepted) every 30 min, 08:30‑15:00. Walk between museum sites; most attractions are within a 10‑minute walk.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Jiufen
goDoor to door: ≈45 min total
Bus 1062 from Ruifang continues to Jiufen, about 10 min further
Combine both villages in one half‑day.
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.
Taipei
No hotels in Jinguashi; stay in Taipei (30 min by train) and return same day.
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$1,200–2,000 (≈ US$40–70) excl. bed
- Mid
- NT$2,000–3,500 (≈ US$70–120) excl. bed
- High
- NT$3,500 (≈ US$120)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Hostel dorm bed1 × 1 night × NT$350 | NT$350 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × NT$1,000 | NT$1,000 |
| Train Taipei → Ruifang1 × NT$60 · check | NT$60 |
| Bus Ruifang → Jinguashi round‑trip1 × NT$30 · check | NT$30 |
| Gold Museum entry1 × NT$80 · check | NT$80 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | NT$150 |
| Trip total≈ NT$1,670 per person per day, bed included | NT$1,670≈ US$55 |
common in Taipei hostels, 1‑night stay
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a café | NT$80–120 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Snack (e.g., herbal rice cake) | NT$30–60 (≈ US$1–2) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Museum closed first Monday of each month; check schedule.
- Some exhibits require separate tickets; bring cash.
- The coastal road can be steep; wear sturdy shoes.
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 Taipei; other nations have representation in Taipei.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Train Taipei → Ruifang: about NT$60 (≈ US$2), 1 h (check)
- Bus Ruifang → Jinguashi round‑trip: NT$25 (≈ under US$1) each way, 30 min (check)
- Gold Museum entry: NT$80 (≈ US$3) (check)
Say or show
- 對不起 — Excuse me / Sorry (duì bu qǐ)
- 謝謝 — Thank you (xiè xie)
- 多少錢？ — How much is it? (duō shǎo qián?)
- 廁所在哪裡？ — Where is the restroom? (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 Jinguashi. 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–Aug (hot, occasional typhoons) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 3 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
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