Bad weather? No worries!* 15 great places to go on a rainy day

Text by / MOOK Scenic Spots Travel & Lifestyle Network Editorial Team

As the plum rain season begins, you may want to go out but get discouraged by heavy rain. Here are 15 great places to visit and have fun on a rainy day — your good mood won’t be ruined even if the weather isn’t.

1. Shopping Malls

Besides shopping, shopping malls today offer a variety of leisure facilities where families can spend the whole day. There are also many dining options where you can enjoy a delicious meal.

2. Cinemas

Whether it’s a mainstream cinema or a second-run theater, pick a movie you wouldn’t normally watch and use this relaxing rainy time for a different kind of life refreshment.

3. Themed Restaurants

In addition to tasty food, these spots feature cute decorations and interactive installations — perfect for enjoying a meal, taking photos, and soaking up a cheerful atmosphere with family or friends.

4. Hot Springs

All over Taiwan, there are various types of hot springs. Soaking in one on a slightly cool, rainy day warms both body and soul.

5. Aquariums

Watch fish swim in huge tanks or admire all kinds of bizarre sea creatures at an aquarium. In the serene underwater world, you can find unexpected tranquility and unwind from daily stress.

6. Indoor Sports Centers

Whether it’s rock climbing, swimming, or a range of ball sports, visiting an indoor sports center on a rainy day is a great way to release energy and stretch every muscle — definitely a treat when it rains.

7. Hydrangeas

The plum rain season coincides with hydrangea blooming season, so enjoying the flowers in the rain creates a unique experience.

8. Bookstores

Head to a bookstore, pick a good book, slowly savor its content, and spend a literary afternoon.