Major city · Taiwan
Jiaoxi礁溪
Spend 1 day in Jiaoxi for hot springs and nearby nature; add a half‑day if you want a hike or temple visit.
Jiaoxi is a small township in Yilan County known for its ground‑level hot springs, easy rail access from Taipei (≈1 h) and a handful of nature spots. One full day covers the public hot‑spring park, a short hike, and a temple; a second half‑day adds a lake or golf visit.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- TWD
- Best months
- Oct–Dec, Feb–Apr
- avoid Jul–Aug (heat, occasional typhoons)
- Airport
- TPE
- Nights
- 1
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 Jiaoxi110 ▾
- 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 Jiaoxi, 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
- SafetyJiaoxi is safe; standard precautions apply.
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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 Airport (Main international gateway, about 1 h 15 min by train to Jiaoxi).
- Getting aroundFrom Jiaoxi Station walk or take a short taxi (price fixed, ask driver).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Street or quick mealStreet snack (e.g., fried tofu)NT$30–80 (≈ US$1–3)
- 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$200–300 (≈ US$7–10)
- Budget bedHostel dorm bed, a night, per personNT$800 (≈ US$30)
- Mid-range bedMid‑range hotel room (double), a night, per roomNT$4,200 (≈ US$140)
- High-end bedMid‑range hotel room (double), a night, per roomNT$6,000 (≈ US$200)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget NT$1,200 (≈ US$40) · Mid NT$2,500 (≈ US$85) · High NT$5,000 (≈ US$170)
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 Airport (Main international gateway, about 1 h 15 min by train to Jiaoxi)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
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
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
May
not flagged
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jun
not flagged
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°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
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Nov
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Dec
Best
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Best: Feb–Apr, Oct–Dec. Avoid: Jul–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 Jan (8 rain days), driest Apr (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Jiaoxi: 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)
8 rd
Feb
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
7 rd
Mar
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6 rd
Apr
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
5 rd
May
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
5 rd
Jun
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
6 rd
Jul
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
7 rd
Aug
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
7 rd
Sep
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
6 rd
Oct
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5 rd
Nov
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6 rd
Dec
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
7 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 Jiaoxi Station walk or take a short taxi (price fixed, ask driver). Bikes are offered by many hotels; car rentals available at the station.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Longtan Lake
goDoor to door: ≈30 min round trip
Bus from Jiaoxi Station, about 15 min
Lake with trail and temples; good for picnics.
Linmei Golf Course
goDoor to door: ≈20 min each way
Taxi or rental car, 5 km (3.1 mi)Taxi or rental car, 3.1 mi (5 km)
18‑hole course with plain views.
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.
Hotel Royal Jiaoxi
Near hot‑spring park; price NT$4,200–5,000 per person, includes meals.
Sun Spring Resort
Mid‑range; NT$2,700–5,400 per room.
Ri‑Ju Homestay
Budget; NT$1,200–3,000 per room.
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$2,500–4,000 (≈ US$85–140) excl. bed
- High
- NT$5,000 (≈ US$170)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Mid‑range hotel room (double)1 × 1 night × NT$4,200 | NT$4,200 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × NT$2,500 | NT$5,000 |
| Taipei → Jiaoxi train (round trip)2 × NT$500 · check | NT$1,000 |
| Hot‑spring park entry (adult)2 × NT$80 · official price | NT$160 |
| eSIM (1 week data)2 × NT$500 · check | NT$1,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | NT$1,140 |
| Trip total≈ NT$6,250 per person per day, bed included | NT$12,500≈ US$450 |
2026 estimate in NT$; flights and rail passes excluded.
Prices of common things
| Hot‑spring foot soak (public park) | NT$80 (≈ US$3) |
| Local hot‑spring tomato | NT$120–200 (≈ US$4–7) |
| Street snack (e.g., fried tofu) | NT$30–80 (≈ US$1–3) |
| Taxi (5 km) | NT$200–300 (≈ US$7–10) |
| Bike rental (half‑day) | NT$150–250 (≈ US$5–9) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Taxi fares are fixed but confirm before boarding.
- Hot‑spring park fee: NT$80 (≈ US$3) adults, NT$40 (≈ US$2) seniors.
- Some trails may be closed after heavy rain; check local signs.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 110
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
- Tourism helpline
- 0800-011-765
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Jiaoxi礁溪
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Emergency
- Police110
- Fire and ambulance119
- Tourism helpline0800-011-765
Embassy
US consulate in Taipei; check for nearest representation.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Taipei → Jiaoxi train: about NT$350 (≈ US$12) one way (check)
- Taxi Jiaoxi Station → hot‑spring park: about NT$200–250 (≈ US$7–9) (ask driver)
Say or show
- 對不起 — Excuse me / Sorry (duìbùqǐ)
- 謝謝 — Thank you (xièxiè)
- 多少錢？ — How much is it? (duōshǎo qián?)
- 可以刷卡嗎？ — Can I pay by card? (kěyǐ shuākǎ ma?)
- 廁所在哪裡？ — Where is the bathroom? (cèsuǒ zài nǎlǐ?)
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 Jiaoxi. 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, Feb–Apr · avoid Jul–Aug (heat, occasional typhoons) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night for a hot‑spring resort stay.
- Combine with a Yilan County day‑trip (e.g., Luodong night market).
Sources
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