- DEC - FEB20°12°
Humid subtropical
- MAR - MAY29°14°
Humid subtropical
- JUN - AUG35°22°
Humid subtropical
- SEP - NOV30°15°
Humid subtropical
Top things to do in Chiayi
Fall Special
Chiayi: Alishan Day Tour (Departing from Taichung / Chiayi / Kaohsiung)
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Hotel pick-up
Private tour
(4.6K) • 30K+ booked
€ 39.79
€ 4.15
Chiayi | Yuxiantang Linsen Branch | Foot & Meri
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(286) • 5K+ booked
€ 21.15
Chiayi: Alishan Day Tour & Multi-Day Tour from Chiayi
(510) • 10K+ booked
From
€ 54.89
Chiayi Camping | Gui Pu Forest Life | Glamping with One Night & One Meal
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(36) • 1K+ booked
€ 147.29
Chiayi: Xianghe Leisure Fishery Farm Experience Ticket - Salty Wave
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(75) • 3K+ booked
€ 8.15
Fall Special
Chiayi Alishan 2-Day Tour (Departing from Taipei, including cultural experience and attraction tickets)
English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(36) • 400+ booked
€ 300.85
Chiayi Camping | Shi-Jing Garden Resort | RV Camping Experience
24-hour confirmation
(161) • 3K+ booked
From
€ 117.15
Showa 18 J18 Chiayi City Historical Sites Archives
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(48) • 1K+ booked
€ 2.15
Retail: € 2.19
Meteor Garden Pilgrimage Tour from Kaohsiung/Chiayi: F4 Filming Site, Castle & Disney Plush Shop
English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
New Activity
€ 68.19
Taipei Alishan 2-Day Private Tour with Sunrise
Private tour
Private group
Free cancellation
(10) • 100+ booked
From
€ 1,041.29
Fall Special
Klook's choice
Chiayi Alishan Fenqihu & Eryanping Trail & Yuyupas Full-Day Experience
English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(2)
€ 81.15
Transport in Chiayi
Fall Special
Taiwan High Speed Rail Ticket for non-Taiwanese
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Instant confirmation
(25.6K) • 2M+ booked
€ 0.85
Retail: € 1.09
50 off
Shared City Transfer between Chiayi and Alishan
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(873) • 40K+ booked
€ 13.19
Retail: € 17.29
€ 60.45
€ 1.39
Chiayi Departure: Chiayi Car Rental with Driver to Alishan/Fenqihu
24-hour confirmation
(75) • 900+ booked
€ 80.95
Fall Special
Chiayi car rentals | Rent a car for Alishan National Forest Recreation Area, Meteor Garden Sightseeing, Meimea Shangshu Cute Pet Paradise, Three Pigs Farm, Sun Moon Lake
Instant confirmation
IWS (2nd confirm)
10K+ booked
From
€ 48
/day Chiayi scooter rental: Pick up at Chiayi Train Station
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Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(547) • 4K+ booked
From
€ 6.05
Taipei - Chiayi Passenger Transport Ticket (provided by Tonglian Passenger Transport)
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Instant confirmation
(44) • 1K+ booked
€ 12.15
€ 12.75
Cross-City Chartered Car Day Tour: Taipei / Taichung / Nantou / Chiayi / Tainan / Kaohsiung / Pingtung (Departure from Taipei)
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Customized itinerary
Free cancellation
(52) • 1K+ booked
€ 6.25
Chiayi Alishan - Xuyue Sightseeing Train
(9) • 200+ booked
€ 68.59
Taichung Cross-City Private Car Charter Day Tour (Departing from Taichung/Taichung Airport/Changhua/Yunlin)
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Customized itinerary
Free cancellation
(14) • 100+ booked
€ 136.35
Hotels in Chiayi
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Chiayi travel guide
Reviews of Chiayi activities
Samantha *********
2026-10-11 22:28:19
I have high expectations for an Alishan Day Tour and it never disappoints. Alicia made our tour comfortable and enjoyable. i aplaud her translation skills between Chinese/English to accommodate all participants of the tour. She also made tips which trail maximizes the experience of our trek plus which spot in the train to capture nice video shots. Definitely do not miss Alishan as part of your itinerary as pictures alone do not do justice how beautiful it is being surrounded by Cypress trees.
HARADA ****
2026-05-07 09:08:28
I was drawn by the inclusion of the forest railway, so I booked a 2-day, 1-night Alishan trip (outbound: car, return: car + train). After the reservation was confirmed, I received information about what to bring and precautions via LINE. Closer to the date, I also received detailed information about the meeting point, driver's name, and vehicle number, which was reassuring. (All in Chinese, but translation software helped.) The documents provided when boarding the shuttle car also included Japanese, which was easy to understand. The guide spoke Chinese, so I needed someone to translate for me, but there was plenty of explanation time during the 2-hour hike. The paths were well-maintained with wooden decks and stone pavements, so even with my limited stamina and in the rain, I was able to walk comfortably. One word of caution: if you use a private car transfer, there's a high risk of motion sickness because the winding mountain roads have significant inclines. Even though I don't usually get car sick, I felt quite ill during the return transfer from Alishan to Fenqihu and wished I had brought motion sickness medication.
DAPHNE ************
2026-10-14 11:55:01
We had an amazing time on the 2D1N tour with Joanne! She is such an approachable, knowledgeable and amazing guide. Throughout the trip, she shared interesting information about the places we visited and other useful insights, making the experience even more enjoyable. The views were stunning, and the rides were so much fun! Everything made for a memorable experience. Highly recommend this tour, especially with Joanne as the guide! 😊
Klook User
2026-05-11 04:51:32
It was a great 2 days trip and totally worth it to go to Alishan (one day would have been too rush and not having enough time to enjoy Alishan/ Chiayi/ Taichung). Mr B. Tsai was very accommodating and flexible with itinerary, especially with kid. That’s the benefit of having private tour as we were able to change itinerary to suit us. He also dropped us off at Taoyuan airport af the end of the tour as per request. Accommodation was clean, quiet with beautiful view of tea farm. Will definitely book with them for other tours when next visit Taiwan.
Klook User
2026-04-28 09:09:12
Max was an outstanding driver for our Alishan day tour—punctual, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable about the area. He made the entire journey smooth and comfortable, sharing great local insights along the way. Highly recommend Max for a stress-free and enjoyable experience!
Lan **
2026-07-14 14:15:14
The hotel has a wealth of facilities, so kids will never be bored! First, they can play in the game room, then ride the carousel, play in the sand, and throw balls on the lawn. Back in the room, there's even a slide to keep the fun going. Before checking out, we also rode the mini train, creating wonderful memories.
Klook 用戶
2026-07-05 06:57:59
After booking, we informed the hotel that a birthday celebrant would be staying that month. The front desk arranged for a 4-inch cake to be placed in the room's refrigerator, which was a pleasant surprise upon check-in. The gym, afternoon tea, and breakfast were all excellent; breakfast was much better than expected. A 4-star hotel certainly doesn't disappoint. We would love to stay here again on our next visit to Chiayi.
Klook 用戶
2026-06-01 07:39:44
Located in an alley next to the night market, it offers a quiet retreat amidst the hustle and bustle. There's a Watsons right at the alley's entrance, which is quite convenient. The room was clean, but the hallway air conditioning wasn't very strong, making it a bit stuffy (in late May). The self-service breakfast didn't have a huge selection, but it was very good, with even two hot dishes and hot soup for the Chinese options. There are no staff members at night, but there is security. Water dispensers are available on the first and third floors, and bottled water is also provided in the rooms. The bathroom does not have a separate wet and dry area, so caution is advised when using it. Being close to the night market has its pros and cons; it's very easy to find food, but during the day, Cultural Road inevitably has various smells. This accommodation is suitable for travelers seeking a simple, clean, and quiet stay, and it's quite comfortable for solo travelers.
Klook User
2026-08-14 10:06:07
The accommodation was great, located in Chiayi City. The room had a bathtub and a separate wet/dry area, which was very nice. However, the cleaning staff always wore headphones when they came, and it seemed like I had to repeat things several times for them to hear me. When we left, they left a rag on our table, and I wasn't sure what it was for. I hope they can pay more attention next time.
Chiayi at a glance
Quick facts about Chiayi
Local weather
℉℃ General info
Time zone
GMT +08:00
No time difference
Currency
New Taiwan Dollar
1EUR = 36.44TWD
Official languages
Chinese (TW)
Recommended trip duration
2 days
Flight time
9 hours
When departing from Sydney
What to know before visiting Chiayi
Quick snapshot of Chiayi and what to expect
Chiayi is a relaxed city where massages, historical sites and guided tours make up the most popular bookings on Klook. Demand surges in a concentrated peak period, with quieter months scattered through the rest of the year, giving the city a clearly rhythmic travel calendar.
Best time to visit based on demand and prices
Klook booking data shows September is the busiest month, while May sees the lowest demand. Prices move differently from demand: they peak around June and hit their lowest typical level in November, so the most expensive month by price does not exactly match the busiest month by bookings. If you want lower prices and smaller crowds, consider November or other off-peak months; if you want the peak-season atmosphere and higher activity levels, aim for September. Note the divergence between demand and price—September is busiest but June tends to be pricier—so pick the month that matches whether you prioritise atmosphere or value.
Tips for travellers from Australia
Most travellers book well in advance, typically around 153 days ahead, so planning helps—especially for travel in the busiest months mentioned above. Many top activities (massages, historical sites and tours) are staples you can lock in early or add closer to travel if you prefer flexibility. Use Klook to secure popular experiences ahead of time while still leaving room to fine-tune your itinerary.
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