Must-Visit Places and Attractions in Magong, Taiwan 2026

Q: What is the best time to visit Magong City?

The best time to visit Magong City is from April to June and September to October, when the weather is warm and better for island activities. Winter is cooler and very windy, while July and August are hot and busy with summer travel.

Q: How do I get to Magong City?

Fly to Penghu Airport near Magong from Taipei, Taichung, Tainan, Kaohsiung, or other Taiwan airports, or take ferries from ports such as Budai or Kaohsiung depending on season and route. Flights are the fastest and most reliable option for most visitors.

Q: How do I get around Magong City?

Scooters are the most popular way to get around Magong and Penghu’s main island, while taxis, car rentals, buses, and tour transfers are also available. Boat tours are needed for many offshore islands.

Q: What are the best areas to stay in Magong City?

Stay in central Magong for restaurants, tour pickups, old street access, and nightlife. Beach areas such as Shanshui are better for a quieter seaside stay, while airport-side hotels are practical for early flights.

Magong City is the main gateway to Penghu, Taiwan’s offshore archipelago known for basalt cliffs, clear seas, temples, seafood, and summer island-hopping. The city’s historic core includes Penghu Tianhou Temple, Zhongyang Old Street, and old stone houses that reflect centuries of maritime culture. Guanyinting Recreation Area and Xiying Rainbow Bridge add waterfront views, especially around sunset and festival evenings. Magong is also the easiest base for boat tours to nearby islands, beach trips, snorkeling, and Penghu’s famous summer fireworks season. It is the best place to stay for first-time Penghu visitors who want transport, food, and tours close together.

Top things to do in Magong

See 45 things to do in Magong

Water activities • Penghu

Penghu: Squid Fishing Experience at Night & Enjoy Squid Vermicelli

Seasonal

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Evening departure

Up to 3 hrs

Free cancellation

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★ 4.5 (2,662) • 100K+ booked

US$ 9.45

Water activities • Penghu

Penghu: Southern Four Islands, Qimei Island & Blue Cave Day Tour (Lavender Forest Snorkeling can be added)

Seasonal

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Morning departure

7+ hrs

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★ 4.5 (3,454) • 100K+ booked

US$ 30.39

Cruises • Penghu

Penghu Island Hopping Day Tour

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Morning departure

7+ hrs

Free cancellation

Instant confirmation

★ 4.8 (301) • 10K+ booked

US$ 36.05

Tours • Penghu

Penghu Marine Ranch: Marine Palace - Squid Fishing & Seafood BBQ

Seasonal

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Free cancellation

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★ 4.4 (2,126) • 80K+ booked

US$ 12.75

Water activities • Penghu

Penghu Island Hopping: Tongpan Cruise & Cimei & Wang'an One-Day Tour

Seasonal

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Morning departure

5-7 hrs

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★ 4.5 (2,268) • 50K+ booked

US$ 25.15

Cruises • Penghu

2026 Penghu Fireworks Festival Limited Fireworks Boat - Fireworks Viewing Experience at Sea (Guaranteed Seating)

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Evening departure

Instant confirmation

★ 4.8 (1,563) • 50K+ booked

US$ 9.45

Tours • Penghu

Penghu Island Hopping: One-Day Tour to Cimei & Wang'an (Explore the islands by scooter or sightseeing bus)

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Free cancellation

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★ 4.5 (223) • 10K+ booked

US$ 21.00

Water activities • Penghu

Penghu Snorkeling

Seasonal

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★ 4.9 (489) • 10K+ booked

US$ 18.85

Water activities • Penghu

Penghu: Shanshui Beach SUP & Snorkeling Experience

Seasonal

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Free cancellation

Instant confirmation

★ 4.7 (435) • 10K+ booked

US$ 17.75

Museums • Penghu

Penghu Living Museum Ticket

Free cancellation

Instant confirmation

★ 4.8 (460) • 8K+ booked

US$ 1.89

US$ 2.55

Cruises • Penghu

Penghu Island Hopping: Golden Double Island Hopping

Seasonal

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Afternoon departure

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★ 4.6 (271) • 10K+ booked

US$ 17.29

Tours • Penghu

Penghu Island Hopping: Qimei Island Day Trip (Optional Qimei Island Sightseeing Bus, Moon Bay Snorkeling, and Canoe Experience)

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Free cancellation

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★ 4.5 (63) • 3K+ booked

US$ 29.59

Hotels in Magong

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Hotels • Penghu

Four Points By Sheraton Penghu

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★ 4.9 (343)

From US$ 117.46

Hotels • Penghu

zzinn

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★ 4.9 (65)

From US$ 39.30

Hotels • Penghu

MF Hotel

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★ 4.6 (431)

From US$ 33.42

US$ 36.94

Hotels • Penghu

JIH LIH HOTEL

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★ 4.7 (188)

From US$ 48.86

Hotels • Penghu

Apple Scent Easy Stay

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★ 4.6 (14)

From US$ 32.29

Hotels • Penghu

Summer Sea Hostel

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★ 4.5 (29)

From US$ 26.32

Hotels • Penghu

Penghu An-I Hotel

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★ 4.6 (117)

From US$ 31.44

Hotels • Penghu

Mahalo B&B

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★ 4.6 (13)

From US$ 58.42

US$ 61.80

Hotels • Penghu

Superb Hotel

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★ 5.0 (2)

From US$ 80.18

US$ 179.04

Hotels • Penghu

Rainbow Hotel

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★ 4.7 (239)

From US$ 49.49

US$ 111.07

Hotels • Penghu

Colorful Guesthouse

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★ 4.5 (13)

From US$ 23.65

Hotels • Penghu

Green Hotel

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★ 4.8 (343)

From US$ 70.21

US$ 108.02

Local weather

℉℃

DEC - MAR
22°15°
Cool and windy
APR - JUN
30°21°
Warm and breezy
JUL - SEP
32°26°
Hot and sunny
OCT - NOV
28°21°
Mild with winds

General info

Time zone
GMT +08:00
No time difference
Currency
New Taiwan Dollar
1USD = 31.82TWD
Official languages
Chinese (TW)

Magong

Top things to do in Magong

Penghu: Squid Fishing Experience at Night & Enjoy Squid Vermicelli

Penghu: Southern Four Islands, Qimei Island & Blue Cave Day Tour (Lavender Forest Snorkeling can be added)

Penghu Island Hopping Day Tour

Penghu Marine Ranch: Marine Palace - Squid Fishing & Seafood BBQ

Penghu Island Hopping: Tongpan Cruise & Cimei & Wang'an One-Day Tour

2026 Penghu Fireworks Festival Limited Fireworks Boat - Fireworks Viewing Experience at Sea (Guaranteed Seating)

Penghu Island Hopping: One-Day Tour to Cimei & Wang'an (Explore the islands by scooter or sightseeing bus)

Penghu Snorkeling

Penghu: Shanshui Beach SUP & Snorkeling Experience

Penghu Living Museum Ticket

Penghu Island Hopping: Golden Double Island Hopping

Penghu Island Hopping: Qimei Island Day Trip (Optional Qimei Island Sightseeing Bus, Moon Bay Snorkeling, and Canoe Experience)

Hotels in Magong

Four Points By Sheraton Penghu

zzinn

MF Hotel

JIH LIH HOTEL

Apple Scent Easy Stay

Summer Sea Hostel

Penghu An-I Hotel

Mahalo B&B

Superb Hotel

Rainbow Hotel

Colorful Guesthouse

Green Hotel

Quick facts about Magong

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FAQs about Magong

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