Things to Do
From cherry blossoms in the north to tropical beaches in the south, here’s a month-by-month guide to what’s worth doing in each region of Taiwan:
| Month | North (Taipei, New Taipei, Keelung) | Central (Taichung, Nantou, Changhua) | South (Tainan, Kaohsiung, Pingtung) | East (Hualien, Taitung) | Islands (Penghu, Green Island, Orchid Island) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Hot springs, Lunar New Year prep, indoor markets | Sun Moon Lake winter views | Warm city sightseeing | Quiet trails, whale watching (start) | Cool breeze and scenic coastlines |
| February | Lantern Festival in Pingxi | Plum blossom season | Kaohsiung Lantern Festival | Warm and peaceful hiking | Quiet season for exploring |
| March | Cherry blossoms in Yangmingshan | Flower sea festivals | Spring gardens in bloom | East Rift Valley scenery | Warming up — good for snorkeling |
| April | Spring hiking, riverside picnics | Lukang old town tours | Tainan food trips | Chishang cycling paths | Peak island travel starts |
| May | Dragon Boat Festival events | Taichung calla lily season | Visit Cijin Island | East coast surfing picks up | Snorkeling & diving season begins |
| June | Evening river walks | Mountain hiking escapes | Beach hopping in Kenting | Ocean sports & coastal cycling | Best island travel month |
| July | Indoor attractions & night markets (rainy season) | Cooler mountain getaways | Firefly watching in Maolin | Rafting in Hualien | Island festivals, diving |
| August | Taipei water parks | High-altitude hiking in Hehuanshan | Beach & music festivals | Taitung summer festivals | Orchid Island cultural trips |
| September | Mid-Autumn Festival picnics | Harvest season views | Explore old streets | Quiet beach days | Shoulder season adventures |
| October | Best hiking weather | Taichung Jazz Festival | Alishan leaf color changes | Fall hikes, fewer crowds | Scenic calm season |
| November | Golden gingko leaves in Beitou | Hot springs in Guguan | Warm late autumn days | Great time for Taroko Gorge | Cooler, quieter island escapes |
| December | Christmas lights in Xinyi | Hot pot and winter markets | Outdoor festivals | Cool but clear coastal hikes | Great for stargazing |
