With a population of 350,468, Hualien City is the largest city in Hualien 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 Hualien City to see all of its attractions.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Hualien City in July, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 30 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15 °C, with an average temperature of 17 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 430 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Hualien City, with an average rainfall of 67 mm.
When flying to Hualien City, you’ll arrive at Hualien City (HUN), which is located 3 miles from the city centre.
Another option to get to Hualien City is to pick up a car hire from Taipei City, which is about 74 miles from Hualien City. You’ll find branches of Good Car Rental and CARBOOKING, among others, in Taipei City.
Average rates range from around S$ 61 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 336 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Corner House and Sleeping Boot Hostel.
Hiring a car in Hualien City costs S$ 59 per day, on average.
Expect to pay S$ 1.30 per litre in Hualien City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 15.55 and S$ 20.74. The most frequently booked car type in Hualien City is Intermediate (Nissan Kicks or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 18% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.