[2025 Yilan Attraction] Travel Guide for Guishan Island (Updated Mar)

#海景#100 ways to travel 🎏The Dali Tiangong Temple🏯 in Dali Fishing Village, Toucheng Town, Yilan County, formerly known as Caoling Qingyun Palace, is dedicated to the Jade Emperor (Tiangong). The temple is located next to the coastal highway. You can overlook the sea and Guishan Island up close from the temple tower. ⛱️Wushi Harbor Beidi Seaview Trail is located behind the Kaidu Plaza Hotel. The 100-meter-long blue trail allows you to enjoy the endless sea scenery and the nearby Guishan Island. The beach next to it is also a place for surfers to play in the water🏄. 🏤 Foguang University is located on Linmei Mountain in Jiaoxi. From the second observation deck, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Lanyang Plain at sunset, overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Guishan Island. The ever-changing scenery has become a must-see attraction in Jiaoxi. 3 great attractions, all free of charge. #beaches #familytravel #couples travel #Wushigang #大里天公 temple #Foguang University

Getting There - Drive or bus that heads to toucheng, about 50minutes ride. Attractions - Whale spotting, Stand Up Paddling, Island tour. At toucheng, there are plenty of water activities along the Gui Shan Island. From hiking to swimming and even SUP. You can even charter a private hatch of up to 10pax at only 800/person. Food & Restaurants - Toucheng Old Street Night market. It’s quite quiet at toucheng night market on the weekdays. Not many stalls open on weekdays either. However it gets crowded during the weekends. I personally enjoyed the whale spotting experiment where whales and dolphin swim alongside your yatch. #beachlife

Take a boat around Guishan Island to find dolphins and whales coastal drive all the way sapphire-like coastline blue-green geothermal hot springs emerge from the sea floor active volcano on the island The clouds dolphins will be chasing the boat jumped out of the water in the air and turned a few laps before falling

The itinerary is a one-day trip to Yilan Yuanshan Township, including cherry blossom viewing on Denggao Trail and enjoying French cuisine at a scenic restaurant. Denggao Trail is known as the Cherry Blossom Trail. Originally an industrial road for transporting fruits, it is lined with various cherry trees. It is a popular trail in Yuanshan Township, Yilan County. The trail is flat and easy to walk, with a total length of about 3.5 kilometers, taking about 3 hours for a round trip. Both sides of the trail are covered with cherry trees, and you can enjoy cherry blossoms along the trail in early spring. On clear days, you can also overlook Turtle Island from the highest point near Shuangyue Lake. After strolling along the trail, head to the pre-booked French cuisine scenic restaurant, Ye Fu Chui Yan, for a meal. Except for the main dishes of venison or lobster, which need to be ordered 3 days in advance, other dishes can be ordered on the spot. The charcoal-grilled food has a unique aroma, and the appetizers are beautifully presented. The dining environment is beautiful, and although it is a bit pricey, the delicious taste makes it worth it. The restaurant is located deep in Yuanlin Township, and you need to drive there yourself. 🚗

🌿 Yilan: A Guide to Slow Living 🌿 —— Happiness between the mountains and the sea. Soaking in hot springs, watching the sea, and eating at night markets are the most important things. 🚗 Transportation Guide By air: Taipei → Yilan: 1 hour by train (approx. TWD 110), or take the Guoguang Bus (1.5 hours) By car: Drive through the Hsuehshan Tunnel and enjoy the mountain and sea views along the way. Getting around: 🚌 By bus: Use an EasyCard to take the bus. The main attractions are covered by the red and green sightseeing bus lines. 🚲 By bike: Rent a bike and ride along the Dongshan River. The wind from the Pacific Ocean is the taste of freedom. [[4]()] 🌟 Must-Do Activities ① For the artsy Jimmy Park: Enter the world of picture books and take a photo with the flying bus from "Starry Starry Night" (go at 8 am to avoid the crowds) Lanyang Museum: A must-see for architecture lovers! The triangular volcanic rock building on the wetland is breathtakingly beautiful with its changing light and shadow. Luodong Cultural Working House: A skywalk in the steel forest. Watch the sunset over the silhouette of Turtle Island. ② For nature lovers Turtle Island: Open from March to November! Snorkel in the Milk Sea and watch whales and dolphins from 401 Highland. Jiaoxi Hot Spring Street: Free foot baths. We recommend the "Forest Bath" where you can wear a swimsuit and soak in the wild hot springs. Taipingshan National Forest: Take a train through the cypress forest. At sunrise, Cuifeng Lake looks like a spilled palette. ③ Night market food Luodong Night Market: Sanxing green onion rolls, Wei Jie stuffed tapioca balls, and A Zao Bo mutton soup. The longer the line, the better the food. Dongmen Night Market: A local favorite! Dragon and Phoenix Legs, Yichuanxin, and Gaosha (cold on the outside, hot on the inside). 🍜 Food Map Breakfast: Beimen Garlic Pork Soup: The garlic flavor is strong. Add chili sauce for a secret flavor. Zhengchang Fresh Meat Soup Dumplings: Thin skin and juicy filling. 10 dumplings for TWD 90. Coffee: Black House Coffee: A black container house in the rice fields. Crispy latte with tiramisu. Kiln Baked Mountain Village: Bread bigger than your face. The red giant is a great photo prop. 📅 Itinerary 2 days, 1 night: Day 1: Jimmy Park → Lanyang Museum → Jiaoxi Hot Springs → Luodong Night Market Day 2: Dongshan River cycling → Turtle Island half-day tour (or Taipingshan for phytoncides) 3 days, 2 nights: Add a visit to the National Center for Traditional Arts to see puppet shows, eat taro ice cream on Toucheng Old Street, and make green onion pancakes at Sanxing Green Onion Farm. ⚡ Tips Weather: Hot springs in winter, surfing in summer. Be careful of typhoons from June to September. Cash is king: Night markets and stalls only accept cash. Bring some change. Transportation: Attractions are crowded on holidays. Take the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle instead of driving. Souvenirs: Nobel Milk Pudding Roll and Yishunxuan Longan Cake are available at the airport. The ultimate secret of Yilan: Time flows as slowly as the Dongshan River. It's a great place to soak your soul in the hot springs and relax. 🍵

Toucheng in Yilan County, Taiwan, is a beautiful and unique tourist destination. Here is some travel information about Toucheng that you might find interesting: The scenery is absolutely stunning. We rented an electric scooter to explore the area, enjoying the beautiful views and the freedom to roam around. However, visiting Taiwan in August can be extremely hot! Make sure to apply sunscreen before heading out! ### Recommended Attractions: 1. **Guishan Island**: Take a boat trip to Guishan Island to enjoy the ocean views and water activities. 2. **Toucheng Old Street**: Visit Toucheng Old Street to taste local snacks and browse handmade crafts. 3. **Waiao Fishing Harbor**: Admire the fishing boats, sea views, and fresh seafood. You can also enjoy a meal at nearby restaurants. 4. **Toucheng Beach**: The wide sandy beach is perfect for sunbathing and beach activities. 5. **Toucheng Train Station**: Appreciate the old train station building with its Japanese-style architecture. ### Food Recommendations: 1. **Toucheng Scallion Pancakes**: A local specialty, these crispy pancakes are filled with fragrant scallions. 2. **Toucheng Meatballs**: A traditional Yilan snack with a chewy exterior and delicious filling. ### Transportation: - **Driving**: You can drive to Toucheng, which is about a 30-minute drive from Yilan City Center. - **Public Transport**: Public transportation or taxis are also available to reach Toucheng. ### Accommodation: - **Local B&Bs**: There are many bed and breakfasts around Toucheng offering comfortable accommodations. Of course, you can also opt for a day trip, as there are plenty of activities to enjoy!

Yilan Toucheng Guishan Island's first row view cafe is recommended. Sitting in the glass house cafe on the coast, you can also feel the sunshine and leisurely atmosphere. Order a cup of coffee and cake, and even quietly look at the sea and the distance. Looking at Guishan Island is very healing. If you are looking for a sea view cafe in Toucheng, you might as well consider it. Address: No. 36-2, Lane 636, Xietian Road, Toucheng Town, Yilan County, Taiwan 261 # SIGN UP FOR JULY HOTEL TRIAL SLEEPERS #CAFE

Believe me, the scenery at Guishan Island is stunning. Most of the ecosystem there is well preserved due to there being only less than 20 people, mainly the military service volunteers who will stay there for a long duration. There is also a choice to join the SUP activity there, but due to the late reservation and time constraints, I didn't join. I will definitely join it next time I visit.

#TaipeiAttractions Guishan Island is a small island surrounded by walking trails and with stunning sea views. When you set foot on this small island of only 1.8 kilometers, your first impression is the vast boundless seascape and the refreshing sea breeze blowing on your face, making you feel refreshed. We walked slowly along the trail around the island, and saw that the trail under our feet was winding, sometimes passing through an ecological reserve, sometimes passing through a grassland, and sometimes coming to a cliff headland. As long as you cross the bushes on both sides of the trail, you can have a panoramic view of the vast Pacific Ocean. Occasionally, there are some lonely rocks protruding from the water, like natural sculptures decorating the sea. The breeze blows and the waves on the sea are shining, which is a really refreshing scenery. Walking slowly along the trail, occasionally lying on the rocks to take a rest and enjoying the view of the sea and sky, it is really a unique enjoyment. This secluded island has no noisy recreational facilities, but it is full of natural and primitive beauty. Being there, you feel as if you are one with the nature. Wandering in such a fresh and tranquil environment, in addition to satisfying the visual and spiritual desires, you can also personally feel the unique tranquility and poetry of nature.

It is said that people who see the dolphins will be super lucky. They drove from the pier of Jiaoxi yesterday to find dolphins near Guishan Island. Despite the wind and waves, the ship's shaking level caught up with the Antarctic through the Drake Strait, and there was no seasickness in the Drake Strait. It was still seasick yesterday. These are nothing, fortunately, I saw thousands of dolphins jumping and chasing at sea, and have been chasing our boat to jump. It is said that the dolphins have six or seven-year-old IQs. It is really like this. Applause them. They seem to understand and understand, they will give you a 360-degree flip of the sea ballet, which is super good.

There is a saying in Taiwan: "Taiwan is going through, and Kameyama Island can't get there." Kameyama Island was a military control. It was said that the island was previously a snake snake research institute opened by the Japanese. Kameyama Island is an active volcano, the youngest and the only volcano that will surely erupt. At 9 o'clock in the morning, we boarded the boat from the pier. We will head towards Guishan Island, first visit the side of Guishan Island, then sail to the deep sea to find whales and dolphins, and then drive back to the other side of Guishan Island. And finally returned to the dock. The whole process takes about 2 hours, and this trip to the sea will take half a day. Guishan Island, also known as Guishan Island, is a famous landmark in Yilan. It is also an active volcano in Taiwan. It is named after the turtle. Kameyama Island was once listed as a military heavy ground because of its obvious terrain. The geological conditions of Guishan Island are unique, forming many spectacular scenery, such as Kameyama Asahi, Kohshima Tobacco, Turtle Eggs, Turtle Rock, Tortoise Hat, Turtle Tail, Eyeglass Cave Stalactite Wonderful eight scenes such as Qiqi. The island is rich in natural resources, topographical landscapes, coral reef coasts, and popular whale watching. The moment I saw the whales and dolphins in the group was very shocking. Some whales and dolphins have a 360-degree flip directly at sea, and even 2 laps or even 3 laps, attracting applause and exclamation. Recommendation: You can sign up for a half-day tour of the local whales and dolphins, or find a hotel to help you. The captains are more experienced and have professional detectors to track the position of the whales.