Title: Visit Hualien County: 2026 Travel Guide for Hualien County, Taiwan | Expedia.com [Hualien County Hotels](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Hualien-County.d6178472.Hotel-Destinations)[Vacation Rentals in Hualien County](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Hualien-County.d6178472.Vacation-Rental-Destinations)[Hualien County Flights](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Hualien-County.d6178472.Flight-Destinations)[Things to do in Hualien County](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Hualien-County.d6178472.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Hualien County](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Hualien-County.d6178472.Car-Rental-Destinations)[Hualien County Vacations](https://expedia.com/Hualien-County.d6178472.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Hualien County ## Taiwan ![Chishingtan Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6332458/1def5481-e372-4f96-b428-c1034268d381.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ching-Shui Cliff showing general coastal views and rocky coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6332454/83166707-1f03-4857-9604-d600029aae9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Taroko National Park showing a bridge and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6120140/44bdb2ca-116f-432e-a8a9-dcfe67765c04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Chishingtan Beach featuring waves and a pebble beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6332458/e79f1e55-2497-43a3-a62e-3744de3d56d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Taroko National Park which includes tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6120140/7baac55b-fd23-4b6c-a4da-ecd0da740979.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) #### The largest province in Taiwan, this region is a great place to explore areas of outstanding beauty, from natural springs to the Taroko Gorge. Located on Taiwan’s eastern coast, Hualien County is the island’s largest region and one of the most popular destinations for visitors after Taipei. Discover its intriguing mix of natural attractions inland and get stunning Pacific Ocean views along the vast stretches of picturesque coastline. Make your way to Taroko National Park on the northern tip of Hualien County and revel in the beauty of its gorges, steep sea cliffs and mountain views. Admire the jaw-dropping scenery at Taroko Gorge and hike along the numerous picturesque trails, such as the impressive Tunnels of Nine Turns. Visit the serene temple of Xiangde in the historic Tianxiang Scenic Area. Hualien County has wonderful stretches of coastline. One of the most popular is the crescent-shaped, pebbled Qixingtan Beach just outside Hualien City. Stroll or cycle at leisure along the shoreline or enjoy a paddle in the blue-green sea. Note that swimming is not recommended due to strong currents in the area. Travel to Shitiping to view volcanic rock formations and discover unique marine life. Pamper yourself at one of Hualien County’s numerous natural hot springs. Journey to the iron-rich Ruisui Hot Spring, known for its Japanese-style spa. Antong Hot Spring is surrounded by magical mountain scenery. The countryside around Hualien County is fertile territory for producing tea, rice and pineapples, especially in the lush East Rift Valley National Scenic Area. Enjoy an afternoon at the Wuhe Tourist Tea Plantation or tour the Hualien Sugar Factory in Guangfu. This was once one of the largest sugar refineries in Taiwan and now serves as a small history museum, shopping venue and unique event space. Many visitors to Hualien County choose to base themselves in compact Hualien City to explore its mix of numerous coastal parks and heritage sites from the Japanese colonial era. Reach the city easily from Taipei on the high-speed train services the journey generally takes less than 3 hours. ### Popular cities in Hualien County [Hualien City Known for Nature, Natural parks and Hiking ](https://expedia.com/Hualien-City.dx553248634014701122) Filled with heritage sites and fringed by the Pacific Ocean, this small city on the eastern coast of Taiwan is well worth a visit. ## Reasons to visit - Port of Hualien - Tzu Chi Cultural Park - Hualien Cultural Creative Industries Park [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Hualien-City.dx553248634014701122)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Hualien-City-Hotels.d553248634014701122.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Shoufeng Known for Sea, Relaxing and Recreation ](https://expedia.com/Shoufeng.dx6047965) Come to relaxing Shoufeng and enjoy its oceanfront, entertainment, and food. ## Reasons to visit - National Dong Hwa University - Liyu Lake - Farglory Ocean Park [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Shoufeng.dx6047965)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Shoufeng-Hotels.d6047965.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Xiulin Known for Nature, Natural parks and Luxury ](https://expedia.com/Xiulin.dx6141171) Dotted along the banks of the Liwi River in Taroko Gorge is a range of temples, shrines and spectacular natural phenomena. ## Reasons to visit - Taroko Gorge - Ching-Shui Cliff [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Xiulin.dx6141171)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Xiulin-Hotels.d6141171.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Ji'an Known for Jazz, Biking and Castle ](https://expedia.com/Jian.dx6228910) Ji'an is calling! 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[Explore City](https://expedia.com/Xincheng.dx6323128)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Xincheng-Hotels.d6323128.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ## Cities in Hualien County ![Ching-Shui Cliff showing general coastal views and rocky coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6332454/83166707-1f03-4857-9604-d600029aae9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hualien City Filled with heritage sites and fringed by the Pacific Ocean, this small city on the eastern coast of Taiwan is well worth a visit. ![Taroko National Park which includes tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6120140/2214977e-ab9a-4ed5-991c-28765c7e407d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Xiulin Dotted along the banks of the Liwi River in Taroko Gorge is a range of temples, shrines and spectacular natural phenomena. ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Lodging - Flights - Packages - Cars - Vacation Rentals - Other - [Hotels near Hualien Station ](https://www.expedia.com/Hualien-Station-Hotels.d6332963.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - 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