With a population of 109.584, Taitung City is the largest city in Taitung County, Taiwan by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Taitung City to see all of its attractions.
If you’re looking for affordable options, 屋賀爺燒肉 (台東縣台東市中正路281號) and 品田牧場 台東秀泰店 (台東縣台東市新生路93號2樓) are great picks.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Taitung City in July, when the average temperature is 27 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15 °C, with an average temperature of 18 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 310 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Taitung City, with an average rainfall of 20 mm.
When flying to Taitung City, you’ll arrive at Taitung City (TTT), which is located 4 km from the city centre.
Another option to get to Taitung City is to pick up a car hire from Taipei City, which is about 256 km from Taitung City. You’ll find branches of Jie Bao and Good Car Rental, among others, in Taipei City.
Average rates range from around $72 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $167 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Traveler Hotel Taitung and Taitung Ohana Sky Hostel.
Expect to pay $1.47 per litre in Taitung City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $17.63 and $23.51. Compact (Toyota Yaris Sedan/Vios or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Taitung City, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.