Yangmingshan Hot Spring in Taipei
Although Yangmingshan is close to Beitou, the hot springs in the two places have their own characteristics. Yangmingshan Hot Springs, also known as Cao Shan Hot Springs, are listed as four famous hot springs in Taiwan Province along with Beitou Hot Springs, Tainan Guanziling Hot Springs and Pingtung Sizhongxi Hot Springs. Yangmingshan hot spring belongs to acid sulfate spring. There are two free public hot spring pools near the lotus pond in Qianshan Park. Needless to say, in winter, even in summer, it is always crowded with people who come to destroy it.
Going to Yangmingshan to soak in hot springs is a very special experience, because you are not far from the city, but you can sit on a whole quiet and vast mountain forest, and you can also go to picturesque scenic spots such as Qingtiangang and Dream Lake for picnicking and picking aloe.
Transportation: Take the MRT to Tan Jian Station and transfer to Bus No.260 and No.5 to Yangmingshan Station.
Yilan Jiaoxi Hot Spring
Jiaoxi Hot Spring is a rare plane hot spring in Taiwan Province Province. Compared with other alpine hot springs, it is not only cheaper, but also easier to reach. Jiaoxi hot spring water belongs to sodium bicarbonate spring, which is clear and tasteless. The hot springs here are also very distinctive, that is, there is a foot bath in which fish eat the skin. In addition to soaking in hot springs, you can also go to nearby Wufengqi Waterfall and Tangweigou Hot Spring Park to get close to the mountains and listen to the sounds of nature. People who like outdoor activities can also surf in Waiao and Wushi Port not far away, or have a hang gliding experience!
In addition, many snacks in Luodong Night Market, such as frozen milk rolls, Bao jiaozi and Samsung scallion cakes, are the ultimate delicacies you can't miss when you come to Yilan. Since the opening of the Snow Mountain Tunnel, the traffic to the Northeast is much more convenient. Yilan is included in Taipei's one-day life circle, which is very suitable for arranging a two-day and one-night holiday or a small trip back and forth on the same day.
Transportation: Take Gemalan Passenger Transport/Capital Passenger Transport from Taipei Transfer Station to Jiaoxi Station, or take the train to Jiaoxi Station.
Miaoli Taian hot spring
Tai 'an Hot Spring is also famous for its "beauty soup". Carbonic acid in hot springs makes your skin moist and smooth after soaking, just like you just finished the SPA. The mountains and beautiful scenery near Tai 'an Hot Spring Area are the birthplace of another Atayal culture. In addition, the famous maple scenic spot-Mount Manabang is also nearby. I suggest that you can arrange a two-day tour of Miaoli Tai 'an Lake every autumn and winter, soaking in water, enjoying maple and picking strawberries once!
The only thing to note is that it is difficult to go to Tai 'an by public transport. Every time 20 yuan can take the "Tai 'an Haoxing" bus, but the frequency is only 4-5 times a day. I suggest you see bus timetable in advance. Of course, it is the most convenient to drive by yourself!
Transportation: Take Tai 'an Haoxing shuttle bus.