[2025 Taitung Attraction] Travel Guide for Jialulan Recreation Area (Updated Jul)

The Jialulan Recreation Area was originally a place where waste soil was placed when the Air Force built the Zhihang Base. Later, a parking lot, an observation deck and installation art were added, turning the abandoned area into a charming recreation area and rest stop. There is no need to pay for tickets and parking is free. I really appreciate it. Just come and take pictures. You must come in and take a walk when you pass by the endless mountains and sea. There is an observation deck inside. The angle from this side is so beautiful. Address: No. 11, Taitung City, Taitung County, Taiwan Tickets: Free Parking lot: Free #Taiwan Local Tour Taitung #GalulanCoast

When you come to Taitung, you will see the sea and the scenery. There is a Jialulan Recreation Area near the 157km mark on Provincial Highway 11 that is worth visiting. This place can also be called Jialulan Coast, especially not far from Xiaoyeliu Scenic Area The coast here is very beautiful. You can see the entire Pacific Ocean. It's really great. There is also a handmade market held here every year. Many people come here. Hey, this is also a coast with both nature and art. There are some art installations that you can check out. Especially the people who come here can spend a whole day here leisurely and relax. The scenery here is really beautiful. This is a must-see attraction in Taitung #Taitung Attractions

Speaking of Jialulan, I have to say that this is a must-visit spot for taking photos. It is also a spot where tour buses bring tourists to rest. What's more special is the installation art with blue sky, green land, mountain and sea views. Can you miss such natural scenery? There is no charge and there are toilets here. Remember to stay and take photos when you pass by. #Hot summer destination #Local Tour

When traveling to Taitung, you can go to the Jialulan Recreation Area. The vast grassland, the sea view, and the beautiful installation art are a good place to take photos and relax.

#goout Jialulan Recreation Area is a place on the coast of Taitung that combines nature and art and is suitable for families. It has a vast area and excellent views. Large-scale installation artworks are integrated with the blue ocean.

Jialulan and Sanxiantai are among Taiwan's earliest sunrise spots for photo enthusiasts. At the youth hostel, my roommates set off at 3 AM to head to Sanxiantai and wait for the sunrise. As for me, I simply took the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle with a one-day pass in the morning to check in at the spot. 💞 Recommended Reason: It's truly worth the wait. Graduation trips are all about relaxing and going with the flow. Enjoy yourself. If you feel like going, just go. No need for elaborate planning. Just savor the experience. 💰 Average Cost: 0 🗓️ Itinerary: Renting a scooter is even better. Foreigners can't do that, so obediently take public transport or rent a private car.

📅 Itinerary ☀️Day1: (Arrived in afternoon): I went to the Wave Cafe to read and watch the ocean. The weather wasn't very good that day, but the seats were covered and it's still fun to sit there and people watch. If it's busy, the Coconut cafe nearby is another good option, but personally I prefer the food at Wave cafe better Evening - checked into hotel, did some shopping at Showtime and watched a movie ☀️ Day2: Morning: lazy morning followed by breakfast and coffee at Starbucks (quick walk from my hotel) and then drive to Dulan beach Afternoon: chilled on the beach, read a book, watched surfers. There's two convenience stores nearby so it's very easy to get drinks and snacks for lunch. Evening: back to the city center, had dinner at the night market, walked around Tiehua Music Village visiting different stalls ☀️ Day3: Morning: went to a breakfast shop that had Hong Kong style toast for beakfast and then went back to the beach in Doulan. Stopped at Jialulan on the way for some pictures Afternoon: got bread from Mariano's Kitchen for the trip home, stopped for sweet potato chips in the city, and then started the long drive back 🏨 Accommodation 旅人驛站日暮微旅 (awesome hostel right in the center of the city, automated check-in, no workers, no fuss, always clean, prime location) 🍴 Food Recommendations 逐浪咖啡 wave caf’e 954, Taitung County, Beinan Township, 杉原24號 蕃薯伯地瓜酥 (Sweet potato chip shop) No. 170號, Chuanguang Rd, Taitung City, Taitung County, 950 馬利諾廚房 Marino‘s Kitchen (best bakery in Taiwan) 959, Taitung County, Donghe Township, 436-3號 Ming Kui Breakfast Restaurant (Hong Kong style toast) No. 390, Zhengqi Rd, Taitung City, Taitung County, 950 📌 Tips - If you like being constantly busy, Taitung isn't the place for you. The city js very slow, chill, no one's in a rush and there's not a lot of options. If you go into it knowing that and being ok with it - it's fantastic. Beautiful views. Beautiful beaches. Perfect for a laid back few days

Last July, I went to Shanyuan Bay Beach in Taitung with some friends from France. The afternoon sun shines on the golden beach, and the waves gently lap against the shore, bringing bursts of coolness. We took off our shoes and walked on the warm sand, and our friends were amazed at the tranquility and vastness of the bay. The azure Pacific Ocean in the distance is connected to the sky, seemingly endless. We chatted, admired the sea view, and used cameras to record this rare leisure time. This trip to the seaside allowed us to experience the purity and beauty of Taitung’s nature.

Jialulan Recreation Area in Taitung is a hidden coastal gem located along Highway 11, right next to the Pacific Ocean, offering endless blue sea views. What makes this place so enchanting is that it's not just a rest stop, but an outdoor art gallery that combines nature and art. Numerous driftwood art installations are scattered across the grass and coastline, allowing travelers to enjoy the magnificent sea views while experiencing the charm of art. Every snapshot here is a stunning masterpiece! In addition to the beautiful scenery, Jialulan is rich in the cultural stories of the Amis tribe. In the past, this land was the living area of the indigenous people. Today, the local residents express the soul of this land through artistic creations that blend tradition and modernity. Visitors can feel the strong East Coast vibe, with the Pacific Ocean breeze and the sound of the waves, as if time has slowed down. When you visit Jialulan, don't forget to sit on the viewing platform to witness the purest sunrise or sunset in Taitung. The sun slowly rises or sets, reflecting on the sea, with interlacing light and shadows that are mesmerizing. If you're looking for a place to relax, take beautiful photos, and experience cultural charm, Jialulan Recreation Area is definitely worth a visit!

Taitung Jialulan Recreation Area is close to Xiaoyeliu Scenic Area, so it continues the beautiful coastline weathering and sea erosion landscape, with odd-shaped reefs scattered all over the place, special coastline lines, art installations, coastal scenery, blue sea and sky, and azure water. It is also the most beautiful artistic recreation area on the East Coast, and a hot spot to check in at the most beautiful coastline! The Jialulan Recreation Area is very wide and flat, with the Pacific Ocean in front and Dulan Mountain in the back. Listening to the sea, feeling the breeze, and daydreaming here is really an extremely luxurious experience! #familytravel #Super Beautiful Art Coast Recreation Area

The landscaping art is very unique

Compared with the urbanization of Taipei and the commercialization of Hualien, Taitung is full of natural and simple style. As the county with the lowest population density in Taiwan, there are both the fireworks of the secular life and the tranquility away from the hustle and bustle. . is located in the [Galulan Recreation Area] on the coast of Kallange, which is bounded by mountains and seas. Standing on a hilly high, with a wide view, overlooking the coastal scenery, listening to the sound of the distant waves, the heart drifts with the wind~