Taoyuan City

Taoyuan City is home to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, the entry point for most international visitors. Beyond being a transportation hub, it boasts the majestic giant trees of Lala Mountain, historic tea factories, and traditional old streets. With different flowers blooming year-round, Taoyuan has also earned the nickname "the Kingdom of Flowers."
Recommended Itineraries and Experiences

Exploring Traditional Old Streets and Beyond
Start your Taoyuan journey at Daxi Old Street, where you can admire its Baroque-style architecture. The town is also known for its woodcraft—drop by Sanhe Woodcraft Workshop to try a DIY woodworking experience and create your own keepsake. Nearby, you'll find a variety of leisure farms and orchards to explore, while in autumn and winter, Daxi's famous blooming garlic chives—often called "September Snow"—make their seasonal appearance.

Century-Old Tea and Historic Factories
Tea lovers shouldn't miss Daxi Old Tea Factory, where Taiwanese, Japanese, and British architectural styles blend together. The factory preserves old tea-making machinery, and you can breathe in the rich aroma of tea while enjoying a cup at a vintage-style window seat, surrounded by nostalgic charm.

Summer Lotus Season and Farm-to-Table Delights
Guanyin District
If you visit between June and August, don't miss the lotus season in Guanyin District, northern Taiwan's largest lotus-viewing destination. Expansive lotus fields make it a popular spot for photography, and the highlight is riding the giant lotus leaves, which can support an adult's weight and let you float atop the water. After flower viewing, stop by nearby leisure farms to enjoy refreshing dishes made with lotus seeds and lotus roots.