Things to do in Yilan

we enjoyed so much! the ticket came with a free hay to feed the sheeps and goats but you can also buy lettuce inside for 50 NTD to feed the capybaras and turtles!

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:

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!

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.

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!

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!

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.

A Delightful Day at Zhang Mei Ama's Farm! We recently visited Zhang Mei Ama's Farm in Yilan, and it was truly a highlight of our trip! While it's more of a well-maintained petting zoo than a traditional farm, the experience of getting up close and personal with so many adorable animals was fantastic. The capybaras were definitely the stars of the show – so calm and friendly, especially when you offered them some feed. We also loved interacting with the sika deer, alpacas, and even seeing the wallabies and sheep. The farm provides animal feed with your ticket, which makes the interaction even more engaging. The Japanese-style garden adds a charming touch, and the overall environment was surprisingly clean and well-organized, even though it was quite busy during our visit (we went on a Sunday afternoon). They do a good job of managing the crowds, letting visitors in in batches.

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.