Chiayi 2026

A collection of 30 places curated by JC

Places in this collection

  1. 公園火雞肉飯

    restaurant

    嘉義市, Taiwan

    Ranked among the top three Chiayi turkey rice dishes.

    公園火雞肉飯View on Google Maps

  2. 酪梨牛奶專賣店

    cafe

    No. 129, Wufeng N Rd, Guogou Village, East District, Chiayi City, Taiwan 600

    Although not cheap, it's a delicious avocado milk specialty store.

    酪梨牛奶專賣店View on Google Maps

  3. 桔吉力早餐

    cafe

    嘉義市, Taiwan

    A legendary breakfast spot frequented by Chiayi University students.

    桔吉力早餐View on Google Maps

  4. 北回水晶餃

    restaurant

    No. 147號, Heping Rd, 東區 East District, Chiayi City, Taiwan 600

    Chewy and not thick skin, more like a small meatball.

    北回水晶餃View on Google Maps

  5. 浩子的家飯糰

    restaurant

    No. 95號, Minquan Rd, Zhongshan Village, East District, Chiayi City, Taiwan 600

    A substantial rice ball with up to 20 filling options.

    浩子的家飯糰View on Google Maps

  6. 劉湯圓甜酒釀燒冷冰

    cafe

    No. 87號, Minguo Rd, Huanan Village, East District, Chiayi City, Taiwan 600

    The recommended order is the #10 Shao Leng Bing.

    劉湯圓甜酒釀燒冷冰View on Google Maps

  7. 阿奇師鹽酥雞王

    restaurant

    嘉義市, Taiwan

    Affordable and delicious late-night snack, with fried sweet potato as a must-order.

    阿奇師鹽酥雞王View on Google Maps

  8. 源滷肉飯

    restaurant

    No. 95, Zhaoyang St, Zhaoyang Village, East District, Chiayi City, Taiwan 600

    A must-try for Chinese-style breakfast, featuring braised meats.

    源滷肉飯View on Google Maps

  9. 阿溪雞肉飯

    restaurant

    嘉義市, Taiwan

    Only serves breakfast and lunch; the duck preserved egg is the highlight.

    阿溪雞肉飯View on Google Maps

  10. 蘭潭阿龍烤香腸

    restaurant

    嘉義市, Taiwan

    A local charcoal-grilled sausage stand with 34 years of history.

    蘭潭阿龍烤香腸View on Google Maps

  11. Guanyin Waterfall

    attraction

    604, Taiwan, Chiayi County, Zhuqi Township, 文峰商店

    A beautiful waterfall that reopened after 23 years, named for its resemblance to Guanyin holding a purification bottle. Features wooden boardwalks, rest areas, and souvenir shops. The second-level suspension bridge offers the best photo opportunities. Accessible via shuttle bus or a 1.8km walk from the parking area.

    Guanyin WaterfallView on Google Maps

  12. National Chung Cheng University

    attraction

    No. 168, Section 1, Daxue Rd, Minxiong Township, Chiayi County, Taiwan 62102

    Meteor Garden shooting location, nostalgic place for 90s kids, solo travel friendly.

    National Chung Cheng UniversityView on Google Maps

  13. 太平雲梯

    attraction

    603, Taiwan, Chiayi County, Meishan Township, 太平村

    If you’re lucky, you’ll catch a stunning “sea of clouds” rolling below the bridge

    太平雲梯View on Google Maps

  14. Fenqihu Railway Museum

    attraction

    Meishan Township, Chiayi County, Taiwan 603

    Misty tea plantations with fresh mountain air

    Fenqihu Railway MuseumView on Google Maps

  15. Tea Trail

    activity

    阿里山鄉, Taiwan

    Tea plantations known for stunning sunset views

    Tea TrailView on Google Maps

  16. Mianyue Line

    activity

    605, Taiwan, Chiayi County, Alishan Township

    Taiwan's only suspended railway forest trail, a former branch line of the Alishan Forest Railway used for timber transport. It now offers a unique forest trail experience with a mysterious and grand atmosphere.

    Mianyue LineView on Google Maps

  17. Alishan Forest Railway Garage Park 阿里山森林鐵路車庫園區

    attraction

    Wenhua Rd, West District, Chiayi City, Taiwan 600

    Featured in Netflix's Street Food Asia, this night market is known for its random and unique street food. The creator was a talent consultant for the episode filmed here.

    Alishan Forest Railway Garage Park 阿里山森林鐵路車庫園區View on Google Maps

  18. Museum of Old Taiwan Tiles

    attraction

    No. 282號, Linsen W Rd, West District, Chiayi City, Taiwan 600

    A museum in Chiayi dedicated to collecting and showcasing vintage tile patterns, featuring a spectacular full wall of tiles and two floors of exhibits on their history and restoration. Offers guided tours on the hour and half-hour.

    Museum of Old Taiwan TilesView on Google Maps

  19. 阿婆炸麻糬

    restaurant

    No. 54號, Minsheng S Rd, Daoming Village, West District, Chiayi City, Taiwan 600

    Fried mochi with six flavors, crispy outside and chewy inside.

    阿婆炸麻糬View on Google Maps

  20. 壺豆花

    cafe

    No. 404號, Chuiyang Rd, Wenhua Village, West District, Chiayi City, Taiwan 60043

    A dessert place that also serves good 'douhua' (tofu pudding).

    壺豆花View on Google Maps