Text by MOOK Scenic Spots Family / Compiled Report
Good holidays always inspire you to take your family, partner, or kids out for a walk. Taiwan’s East Coast is blessed with beautiful mountains and waters, and offers tons of fun. Take a vacation and escape the city with your whole family—go explore Eastern Taiwan together!
Herbivore Valley is a multifunctional space that combines leisure, education, and culture. (Photo / Herbivore Valley)
Located in Yuanshan, Yilan, Herbivore Valley spans over a thousand ping indoors, resembling a massive greenhouse. With vast glass walls adorned with lush green plants and fragrant flowers, you can enjoy the outdoor garden, DIY experience areas, exhibition zones, as well as afternoon tea and buffet meals. There are also plenty of sofas and a reading area—perfect for spending a full day with the family.
Address: No. 650, Neicheng Rd., Yuanshan Township, Yilan County
Phone: 03-9229933
The wooden swing offers a relaxing way to enjoy the ocean view while swinging. (Photo / s4752147)
Located along the beach in Zhuangwei, Yilan, there is a vast expanse of sandy shore and endless ocean. With clear blue skies, white clouds, and beautiful scenery, plus a wooden swing, gently swaying while admiring the sea is incredibly relaxing.
Address: No. 0, ^Tutishifei Shi? Luqu No. 0, Zhuangwei Township, Yilan County
Phone: 0937158635
The Jiaoxi Hanmu Hotel is a hot spring resort under the Hanshe Group. (Photo / Jiaoxi Hanmu Hotel)
Stay at the Hanmu Hotel in Jiaoxi and unwind with a soothing hot spring soak. The hotel’s interior features modern design elements, complete with lawns and playrooms for children. It caters mainly to family vacationers. Open the windows in your room to let in a gentle breeze, where mountain paths flutter with blossoms. Brew a pot of tea, capture the light and shadows of the sky in your cup, and while savoring the essence of nature, appreciate the artistry of human aesthetics to enjoy a leisurely and comfortable time.
Address: No. 1, Jiankang Rd., Jiaoxi Township, Yilan County
Phone: 03-9058077
The all-white container design of Starbucks Huiwan Branch is highly eye-catching. (Photo / MOOK Scenic Spots Family Mo Fei)
This Starbucks in Huiwan, Hualien, uses the overlapping gaps of stacked containers to create large skylights, allowing sunlight to pour in layer by layer. It’s like sunlight filtering through trees—sip coffee while immersed in nature, echoing Hualien’s reputation as a place specially blessed by nature. Enjoy a unique coffee experience. Stop by for a photo op or grab a takeaway coffee.
Address: No. 505, Section 1, Nanbin Rd., Ji’an Township, Hualien County
Phone: 03-8420014
Mr. Sam Café. (Photo / s4752147)
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