Things to do in Yilan

The actual hiking experience is only about 4 hours due to travel time. It is recommended to depart at 06:00 and return on time at 15:30 to complete the entire itinerary. Due to the remote location, the driver and passengers will coordinate a reasonable stopping time. Here is the actual itinerary and time for the day: 06:00 meeting, 06:11 departure, 07:02 arrival at Yilan Railway Station, 07:38 arrival at the 7-11 at the foot of the mountain for a 10-minute break, 09:41 arrival at the Taiwan Beech Trail, 13:00 meeting, 14:06 arrival at Jiu-Zhi-Ze Hot Spring, 15:05 return trip. Lunch is at your own expense, find time to eat. Parking is not allowed at Jianqing Trail, but you can temporarily park in front of the trail for the convenience of hikers. If you haven't been to Jianqing before and have the above situation, you should communicate with the driver in a timely manner. Jianqing is a truly worthwhile trail to explore. It takes some time to get up the mountain, and passengers who are prone to motion sickness due to the winding roads must take motion sickness medicine. Even if you don't have a habit of motion sickness, you should still bring a bag with you on the mountain for the 02:30~ car ride.

This farm has more farm animals than usual, along with animal explanations and meet-and-greets, making it worth the ticket price. The environment is kept very clean, and there are rest areas for visitors to use freely. The admission ticket includes a small ball of hay to feed the sheep and alpacas, but you have to pay extra for feed for many other types of animals, and the portions are quite small. There is a small, free parking lot set up by the farm near the farm itself. There are quite a few animal activities, but the animal activity times at the ticket booth may be incorrect, so be sure to double-check when you arrive. There seem to be fewer staff on weekdays, with only one person at the ticket booth, so I waited a long time in line to exchange my ticket.

The National Center for Traditional Arts boasts a beautiful environment, blending traditional architecture, craft experiences, and performing arts, making it a great place for families to visit. The park features numerous hands-on experiences, opera performances, and unique snacks, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the rich cultural atmosphere of Taiwan. The overall layout is clear, with plenty of photo-worthy spots, but some shops are a bit pricey, and it can get crowded when there are many people. Overall, it is well worth planning a half-day or full-day trip, offering both educational and recreational opportunities to relax and unwind. Experiences: Facilities:

I had a wonderful time at Yilan Zhang Mei Grandma Farm, which I booked through Klook. The experience was really enjoyable, especially interacting with the animals. I got to feed and play with capybaras and a variety of sheeps, which was such a fun and unique experience. On top of that, the ticket included free animal feed, so I could continue engaging with the animals throughout the visit. The farm also served a delicious onion pancake, which was a tasty treat after spending time with the animals. Overall, it was a fun, relaxing, and memorable visit — highly recommended for animal lovers and families!

We went end of Oct so it was misty and rainy which can be somewhat troublesome, it's 12 degrees so do wear thicker clothing! Because it was so misty it felt like we were in a Japanese mountain from the movie, we managed to go to the hot spring (around 25-30mins) + cook corn and eggs! recommend to bring along swimming cap,slippers and swimwear for the hot spring! also would be good to bring your own bread to go along with the corn and egg although they do sell Ba Zhang (and some basic burger buns over there). our driver qisong is very friendly and helpful with excellent driving skills! oh I really liked the bong bong train too! do note for the bong bong you'll have to go up the staircase - saw some other older visitors struggling but manage to climb it might not be suitable for people with difficulty climbing.

The staff at the park are wonderful, very friendly and enthusiastic, making the visitor experience fantastic. The whole place feels like a dreamy paradise, and anyone who loves cute animals will be thrilled to come here! There are so many capybaras! Including baby ones, and like the sika deer, you can interact with them up close. I really hope to have the opportunity to come again next time. Each sika deer has its own name tag, making it easy for visitors to identify them and interact through feeding. I remember being a little afraid of how lively they were at the time, and it was difficult to take a good photo, but I really think they are all so cute. In addition to seeing small animals, the park also sells food, fortune sticks and other relaxing or fun experiences. A very worthwhile Yilan attraction to visit, I loved it!

Zhang Mei Grandma's Farm 2.0 is so comfortable and spacious, unlike the original smaller location with less shade. However, the original location also has beautiful scenery and is very photogenic. The 2.0 location is comfortable with lots of animals. Check-in to receive an extra portion of pasture. You can take pictures and interact with meerkats. My favorite is the capybara, there are so many! 💕

Before leaving, I forgot to double-check the reservation time, and went straight there. Luckily, the lady was still in Jiaoxi. She came 10 minutes later to style our hair, apply light makeup, and coordinate it with the kimono. She even taught us poses for photos! A great experience.

The staff is dedicated to explaining and introducing the animals' names, characteristics, and preferred ways of interacting, making the experience highly recommended! The park isn't large, but it's very clean. The staff promptly cleans up after the animals, and there are many diverse and adorable hands-on workshops available!