Hualien City travel guide
Hualien City Tourism | Hualien City Guide
You're Going to Love Hualien City
With a population of 350,468, Hualien City is the largest city in Hualien County, Taiwan by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Hualien City deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Hualien City
If you’re looking for affordable options, 火鍋世家 花蓮國聯店 (花蓮縣花蓮市國聯二路19號) and 小巷茉莉 MÔLi Café (花蓮縣花蓮市三民街62號) are great picks.
When to visit Hualien City
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Hualien City in July, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15 °C, with an average temperature of 17 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 430 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Hualien City, with an average rainfall of 67 mm.
How to Get to Hualien City
Plane
When flying to Hualien City, you’ll arrive at Hualien City (HUN), which is located 5 km from the city centre.
Airports near Hualien City
Airlines serving Hualien City
Where to stay in Hualien City
Average rates range from around $78 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $414 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Corner House and Sleeping Boot Hostel.
Where to stay in popular areas of Hualien City
Most booked hotels in Hualien City
Hiring a car in Hualien City
Expect to pay $1.62 per litre in Hualien City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.39 and $25.86. The most frequently booked car type in Hualien City is Compact (Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Mitsubishi Lancer or similar) is, on average, 58% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.