- 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
Autumn deal
Chiayi: Alishan Day Tour (Departing from Taichung / Chiayi / Kaohsiung)
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Hotel pick-up
Private tour
(4.6K) • 30K+ booked
From
$ 59.99
$ 6.55
Chiayi: Alishan Day Tour & Multi-Day Tour from Chiayi
(510) • 10K+ booked
From
$ 87.10
Chiayi Camping | Gui Pu Forest Life | Glamping with One Night & One Meal
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(36) • 1K+ booked
$ 212.55
Chiayi | Yuxiantang Linsen Branch | Foot & Meri
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(286) • 5K+ booked
$ 30.49
Autumn deal
Chiayi Alishan 2-Day Tour (Departing from Taipei, including cultural experience and attraction tickets)
English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(36) • 400+ booked
$ 415.20
Chiayi: Xianghe Leisure Fishery Farm Experience Ticket - Salty Wave
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(75) • 3K+ booked
$ 11.75
Chiayi Camping | Shi-Jing Garden Resort | RV Camping Experience
24-hour confirmation
(161) • 3K+ booked
From
$ 168.99
Showa 18 J18 Chiayi City Historical Sites Archives
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(48) • 1K+ booked
$ 3.39
Retail: $ 3.49
Taipei Alishan 2-Day Private Tour with Sunrise
Private tour
Private group
Free cancellation
(10) • 100+ booked
From
$ 1,437.09
Meteor Garden Pilgrimage Tour from Kaohsiung/Chiayi: F4 Filming Site, Castle & Disney Plush Shop
English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
New Activity
From
$ 94.09
Autumn deal
Klook's choice
Chiayi Alishan Fenqihu & Eryanping Trail & Yuyupas Full-Day Experience
English guided
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(2)
From
$ 104.50
Transport in Chiayi
Autumn deal
Taiwan High Speed Rail Ticket for non-Taiwanese
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Instant confirmation
(25.6K) • 2M+ booked
$ 1.30
Retail: $ 1.75
50 off
Shared City Transfer between Chiayi and Alishan
Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(872) • 40K+ booked
$ 20.90
Retail: $ 27.45
$ 96.15
Cruise Bus between Chiayi and Alishan
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Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(204) • 10K+ booked
$ 2.19
Chiayi Departure: Chiayi Car Rental with Driver to Alishan/Fenqihu
24-hour confirmation
(74) • 900+ booked
$ 128.49
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
$ 70
/day Chiayi scooter rental: Pick up at Chiayi Train Station
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Free cancellation
Instant confirmation
(546) • 4K+ booked
$ 8.75
Taipei - Chiayi Passenger Transport Ticket (provided by Tonglian Passenger Transport)
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Instant confirmation
(44) • 1K+ booked
$ 19.25
$ 20.25
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
$ 9.90
Chiayi Alishan - Xuyue Sightseeing Train
(9) • 200+ booked
$ 108.89
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
$ 216.29
Hotels in Chiayi
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$ 136.72
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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.
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!
John *************
2026-07-16 01:10:35
We traveled on the day Super Typhoon Bavi was affecting Taiwan, so we were very grateful that our Taiwan High Speed Rail trip still operated safely and wasn't canceled. It gave us peace of mind and allowed us to continue our travel plans without major disruptions.
Booking through Klook was seamless, and redeeming our tickets was quick and easy. The train was clean, comfortable, spacious, and departed on time despite the weather. The stations were well organized with clear signs, making it easy for first-time visitors like us to navigate.
Traveling from Taipei to Kaohsiung was smooth, fast, and stress-free. We're truly thankful to the THSR team for their professionalism and commitment to passenger safety. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Taiwan!
Klook User
2026-07-25 12:01:22
A great option if you want to spend more time exploring without feeling rushed. The bus operates on a clear timetable, so it’s easy to plan your day and know exactly when the next departure is. It made getting around stress-free, and I had an absolutely amazing time. I would definitely recommend it to anyone wanting to explore at their own pace!
MaCarmelle *******
2026-06-06 07:16:47
it was so easy and super convenient! i love how we smoothly went to taipei, taichung and tainan from kaohsiung for 3 days!
Yung ****
2026-04-23 10:49:37
I think it is the most comfortable way to travel to Alishan. The driving was so steady that I could easily fall asleep. Also, it’s great to have a tour guide to talk about the history of Alishan, and having a stop in the middle was great for a rest from the hours long journey.
Klook User
2026-09-19 05:29:45
I rented a scooter here (Yiliu vendor) as an American with an IDP (motorcycle endorsement) license and everything went perfectly. Super easy pickup and drop off - one of the guys speaks good enough English. I drove the scooter to the Alishan area with no problems. they didn’t even ask about insurance or gas. I would recommend booking here for ease
Thiam *********
2026-06-08 20:41:13
it was raining which gives a different vibe. but overall still a great experience. Driver was punctual and gives simple but great recommendations.
Chiayi at a glance
Quick facts about Chiayi
Local weather
℉℃ General info
Time zone
GMT +08:00
No time difference
Currency
New Taiwan Dollar
1CAD = 22.96TWD
Official languages
Chinese (TW)
Recommended trip duration
2 days
Flight time
4.5 hours
When departing from Singapore
What to know before visiting Chiayi
Quick snapshot of Chiayi’s vibe and top activities
Chiayi is a calm gateway city known for easygoing cultural experiences, parks and gardens, historical sites and massage options — these categories lead Klook bookings. Demand varies through the year, with a clear autumn spike and quieter summer months shaping how the city feels across seasons.
Best months to visit and how prices change
Klook data shows demand peaks in October while the quietest month is July. Prices shift across the year: booking prices are typically lowest in November and climb to a high in May, so demand and price don’t always move together — October sees the biggest demand but not the highest prices, and May is the priciest month despite not being the busiest. If you want smaller crowds and generally lower prices, aim for November; for peak-season atmosphere and the liveliest local energy, target October.
Tips for travellers from Singapore
Singapore travellers tend to book further ahead, typically around five months in advance, so plan activities early if you’re visiting in busy months like October. Many experiences in Chiayi — from massages to historical-site visits — can still be arranged close to travel, but locking in popular tours and spots well ahead gives you more choice and peace of mind on Klook.
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