By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Department
Planning a two-day, one-night light trip during the holidays? Taichung City is a great choice. You can enjoy delicious food and drinks, or experience cultural architecture full of humanistic art. With an EasyCard, you can enjoy free rides on city buses for the first 10 kilometers, as well as the first 30 minutes free on iBike public bicycles, making it easy to explore all of Taichung.
Day 1: Stroll at Autumn Valley → Rilakkuma Theme Café → Calligraphy Greenway Shopping Area → Fengjia Night Market → Watch the Night View → Quill’s Hotel
◎ Stroll at Autumn Valley
Autumn Valley Square is known as the “Urban Lung” of Taichung. Immersing yourself in its embrace feels like stepping out of the bustling city traffic into a tranquil, leisurely urban forest—refreshing and delightful.
Autumn Valley Square is lush with greenery, perfect for nature-loving visitors. (Image provided by Taichung Tourism)
◎ Rilakkuma Theme Café
The popular Rilakkuma Café has opened at Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Zhonggang in Taichung. The store features exclusive Taichung-themed designs as well as super-cute limited-edition menu items.
The Taichung branch offers exclusive local-themed designs and adorable limited-edition meals. (Image source: Rilakkuma Theme Café)
◎ Calligraphy Greenway Shopping Area
The Calligraphy Greenway extends from the National Museum of Natural Science, passing through Civic Square and the National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts, all the way to Arts & Cultural Boulevard, spanning approximately 3.6 kilometers. Various events are regularly held along the route, making it a popular weekend spot for city dwellers seeking green space.
Located in the city center, the Calligraphy Greenway provides a rare green oasis for those living in the concrete jungle. (Image provided by Taichung City Government Tourism Bureau)
◎ Fengjia Night Market
Besides a wide variety of specialty snacks and night market eats, Fengjia Night Market is also famous for its shopping—boutiques, shoes, bags, accessories, and more. It’s a one-stop destination for food, fun, and retail therapy.
The Bigan Plaza in Fengjia Night Market features over a hundred shops and a dazzling array of goods. (Image provided by MOOK Editorial Team)
◎ Quill’s Hotel
Quill’s Hotel is Taiwan’s first unmanned self-service hotel. Without front desk staff, guests check in and out entirely via a self-service system, offering travelers a brand-new accommodation experience.
Quill’s Hotel (CHASE Walker Hotel) is conveniently located near the bustling Fengjia Night Market area. (Image source: Taichung Tourism)
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