Tainan Confucius Temple
West Central District 1.5 hrs
Visit Taiwan's first Confucius temple, a serene and historic site.
Where to stay
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At a glance
Climate
Subtropical
Languages
Mandarin and Taiwanese Hokkien
Local currency
TWD
(TWD)
Local time
(GMT+8)
Ideal trip length
2–5 days
Cost level
2 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
West Central District
Tap water
Bottled water recommended
Tipping
Not expected
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
75 · Good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Danzai Noodles
Coffin Bread
Shrimp Rolls
Milkfish Belly Soup
When to visit Tainan
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: November
Busiest: Oct-Apr
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Jan70
Mild, dry, pleasant
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Feb75
Mild, pleasant
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Mar80
Warm, pleasant
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Apr85
Warm, pleasant
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May70
Hot, humid, rainy
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Jun60
Hot, humid, typhoon risk
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Jul55
Hot, humid, typhoon risk
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Aug50
Hot, humid, typhoon risk
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Sept70
Warm, humid, less rain
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Oct85
Warm, pleasant, dry
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Nov90
Mild, dry, pleasant
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Dec80
Mild, dry, pleasant
Things to do in Tainan
8 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
2 places
Sicao Green Tunnel
Annan District 1.5 hrs
Take a serene boat ride through a mangrove-lined canal.
Best in the afternoon
3 places
Chihkan Tower
West Central District 2 hrs
Explore the historic Dutch fort and its beautiful grounds.
Anping Old Street
Anping District 3 hrs
Wander through historic lanes, sampling snacks and buying souvenirs.
Ten Drum Culture Village
Rende District 3 hrs
Experience a unique drumming performance in a repurposed sugar refinery.
Best in the evening
2 places
Tainan Flower Night Market
North District 3 hrs
Indulge in a vast array of local street food and carnival games.
Shennong Street
West Central District 2 hrs
Stroll down Tainan's oldest street, now filled with charming cafes and shops.
Any time of day
1 place
National Museum of Taiwan History
Anding District 3 hrs
Delve into Taiwan's rich past from prehistoric times to modern day.
Practical ratings
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Near Tainan
Straight-line distance from the centre of Tainan.
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