[2025 Taichung Attraction] Travel Guide for National Taichung Theater (Updated Jul)

#MarchGoodPlaces2025 The National Taichung Theater is located in Xitun District, Taichung City. It was designed by Japanese architect Toyo Ito, who won the Pritzker Prize. It is designed based on the concept of "Bel Canto Culvert" and uses curved walls, holes, and tubes. The opera house has a large theater, a medium theater, a small theater and a small outdoor theater, as well as a dining space on the first floor and a sky garden on the rooftop. The National Opera House is the leading arts and cultural performance venue in central Taiwan, and uses its high-quality performance space facilities to attract domestic and foreign art groups to perform in Taichung. The green space of the outdoor theater and the sky garden on the rooftop are great places for people to relax.

The Shinkansen in Taipei is a good ride! Taichung's people are introduced to the introduction of Taichung's ① National Taichung Opera House National Taichung Opera House 📍 No. 101, Section 2, Huilai Rd, Xitun District, Taichung City, Taiwan 407025 ② Baojue Zen Temple Baojue Zen Temple 📍 No. 140, Jianxing Rd, North District, Taichung City, Taiwan 404 ③ Taichung City Public Second Retail Market 📍 No. 87, Section 2, Sanmin Rd, Central District, Taichung City, Taiwan 400 ④ Miyahara Ophthalmology 📍 No. 20, Zhongshan Rd, Central District, Taichung City, Taiwan 400 ⑤ The Fourth Credit Cooperative Taichung City Fourth Credit Cooperative 📍 No. 72, Zhongshan Rd, Central District, Taichung City, Taiwan 400 ⑥ Fengjia Night Market 📍 Wenhua Rd, Xitun District, Taichung City, Taiwan 407 ••••✈︎••••✈︎••••✈︎ #Overseas Travel #AsiaTravel #Taiwan #TaiwanTravel #Taiwan Tourism #trip overseas travel

I have to say, when I arrived here, I was truly amazed! The unique architectural design, with its smooth curves both inside and out, without any sharp 'corners', all the photos above are from the free areas. The staircase gets narrower as you go higher, and you can see directly down to the first floor, which really makes your legs feel weak as you climb... But once you reach the top floor, it's a whole different world! Still beautiful, perfect for night photography! The whole place feels very clean~ At night, there are many photography enthusiasts taking pictures, and every shot looks great! 🕰️Business Hours: Closed on Mondays Sunday, Tuesday to Thursday 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM Friday to Saturday and public holidays 11:30 AM - 10:00 PM 📍Address: No. 101, Section 2, Huilai Road, Xitun District, Taichung City, 40756 🏖️Atmosphere/Facilities: A great place to enhance your personal charm

Taichung is a charming city in central Taiwan, rich in culture, food, and natural attractions. It only takes more than an hour to fly from Hong Kong to Taichung. Taichung has very convenient transportation, with good bus and subway systems. Moreover, there are not many tourist attractions in Taichung, the locals are more enthusiastic, communication is easy, and the atmosphere is relatively slow, which is very suitable for slowing down and enjoying your own time to travel alone. Recommended attractions in Taichung: Gaomei Wetland is an excellent place to watch the sunset. The scenery is magnificent at sunset, the trails are suitable for taking pictures, and the wind turbines add unique beauty. Miyahara Eye Clinic, Miyahara Eye Clinic was once an eye clinic and is now a popular ice cream parlor and souvenir shop. Built in 1927, it is decorated in a retro palace style and is suitable for taking photos and checking in. Fengjia Night Market, the largest night market in Taichung, brings together a wealth of food, clothing stores and souvenir shops. It is one of the must-see attractions in Taichung. There are many popular Taiwanese snacks in the night market, which attracts a large number of tourists. In addition, Taichung also has many specialty cafes and cultural and creative shops, suitable for travelers who love literary and artistic atmosphere. If time permits, you can go to Guguan Hot Spring to enjoy a bath, or go to Sun Moon Lake in Nantou to enjoy the magnificent scenery of lakes and mountains. Whether it’s culture, nature or food, Taichung can provide a variety of travel experiences. #lone游 #100 Ways to Travel

The Taichung National Opera House was designed by world-class architect Toyo Ito. It is the first building in the world to use curved walls as the main structural support. The exterior of the opera house is composed of 58 curved walls and 29 caves, forming flowing spaces of different sizes, separated but connected to each other, like an organic form, showing freedom and intimacy with people. The design concept of the Opera House is "Bel Canto Culvert", which uses modern technology and building materials to liberate the hard and indifferent environment and transform the straight and hard urban outline into a soft field full of life force. The flowing water surrounding the venue and the image of the sky garden on the sixth floor break the binary distinction between stage and audience, indoor and outdoor, creating more possibilities for people to dialogue with architecture and art, returning to the "human" feeling. The National Opera House combines leisure, art, nature and humanity. In addition to first-class performance venues, there are also good restaurants, coffee shops, bookstores and gift shops. From the sky garden on the sixth floor, you can enjoy the brilliant night view of Taichung City.

National Taichung Opera House is a great holiday destination for Taichung residents and foreigners! The opera house was designed by architect Toyo Ito, who was inspired by caves. The interior of the opera house is almost entirely composed of curves, making it very difficult to build. As soon as I walked into the opera house, I was amazed by the image of the cave! Being in such a space is a very enjoyable thing in itself. Walking around, every corner will bring you different scenery. The floor-to-ceiling windows are directly opposite to the Summer Green Park, and with the surrounding high-rise buildings, the view is great both during the day and at night. #Taiwan Local Tour

The overall scenery is beautiful, the buildings are unique, the fountains⛲️, and the lights of the surrounding buildings create a unique scenery. It is a good place for walking and taking photos📸🚶‍♀️🚶🏻There is also a sky garden🌿 on the top floor, where there is a market and restaurants Click...🍽️🍹🍰, a great place to relax and relax while roaming indoors!

Was design by a famous Japanese architect, Toyo Ito, this theater is really an incredible masterpiece. Look at that sexy curves and a newfound building that stands on its own firmly without supporting pillars or 90-degree walls at all! 🤍🍺 You can also spend some leisurely hours at The green Outdoor Plaza and the rooftop Sky Garden area. It is really worth paying a visit here to enjoy this “work of art” theater💞 Address: No. 101, Sec. 2, Huilai Rd., Xitun Dist., Taichung City How to get there 🚎 🚎 You can take citybus: 60, 69, 75, 161 (HSR Shuttle Bus), 358, 658 🫶🏻 Price : Free 🫶🏻 Rating : ⭐️⭐️⭐️ ⭐️ #taichungtrip #taichungcity #taiwantravel #taiwantourism

📍Taichung National Opera House, #Taiwan This opera house was designed by Japanese designer Toyo Ito, the appearance is unique and fashionable🏰, it is also very igable📸, because the high ceiling is not a square border, but an arc, very elegant . Outside the second floor theater, the light curtain "I. We" is being staged 🎥, which is co-created by the dance group art co-creation artist Lei Ledan. Bavavalon and visual artist Xu Yijun 🖼, inspired by the fantasy dreams of the Paiwan clan💭 The line composition, feels somewhat similar to the indigenous painting style of Australia, and one of the scenes has more similar effects to the aurora, plus its arc-shaped arch top, really has the effect of watching the aurora only until early April , if you happen to be going to Taichung during this period, remember not to miss 👍! In addition to this curtain of light, the opera house itself is super suitable for taking pictures📸📸, really everywhere you can shoot wildly! Like a rooftop garden, a bit like a group of blue elves' huts🏡, plus towering buildings around at night The lighting of the object, is also a good place to see the night view 🌃. This opera house is right behind Shin Kong Mitsukoshi🛍, so most city buses will pass by 🚌, very convenient and free of charge🤑, not not go?! 🗺Taichung National Opera House No. 101, Section 2, Huilai Road, Xitun District, Taichung City 。 。 。 。 。 #Taiwan #Taichung #TaiChungNationalTheatre #travel #travelholic #igable #Taiwan #Taichung #Taichung Opera #Light Curtain #Free Tour #Taichung Attractions #Taichung Night View #Taichung Attractions Recommendation #Taichung Photo Attractions #Taiwan Attractions

Take advantage of the first day of the New Year holiday to travel to Taichung. The first stop is Café Crotchet, located on the 6th floor of Taichung Opera House. We recommend going there at night as the night view is particularly beautiful. The price is not too high, about 700 yuan for two people. Includes two meals and drinks. After a hearty meal, you can stroll around the rooftop garden of the opera house, which is very relaxing.

National Taichung Theater was one of the famous architecture building in Taiwan. Not only a building that held opera, the whole building itself is the “opera” 🎵 Getting There: 🚗 You can take bus, stop at the National Taichung Theater stop. There is a bus stop in front of theater. Attractions:✨ The whole building is the opera. You can definietly enjoy the architecture and interior of this theater. There are several exhibitions inside, and also there are some lighting show!🥰 and don’t forget to strolling in the green rooftop! Food & Restaurants: 🍽️ They have a beautiful cafe in the roof top. You can sit and enjoy the view! Rating: 4.75/5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Overall was a good experience and beautiful architecture! #tripblazers #2023travelwish #taichung

Designed by Toyo Ito, the National Taichung Theatre is a landmark for Taiwan. The facade is sculpted into an irregular form reflective of a coral reef. The interior awakens people’s memory of being inside the caves, where visitors can enjoy a kind of spatial experience. The organic curvaceous forms continue seamlessly inside the building. In the day time, you can have a beautiful view with the sun cast through the building. The night view is even more beautiful.

If you fancy handmade items, interesting decorative arts and have some time to spare to catch an opera, get away from typical shopping malls, drop by National Taichung Theatre! I appreciate the handy craft items and spent about 2 hours shopping around the bazaar. It featured leather crafts, accessories, bags, home decoration, snacks, etc. It is a short walk from Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Taichung.

Let’s visit the art gallery to welcome the festive holidays with friend and family or loved one . National Taichung Theater is huge with art gallery and theatres. The museum is using non-geometric architectural design for the wall and ceiling. Having a cup of hot coffe and a cheesecake while in the atmosphere with gorgeous art and soft music, isn’t a perfect festive holiday for everyone? #mytripvlog #taichung #art #gorgeous

Taichung Opera House rooftop You can also see the night view

Taichung National Opera House~Awesome building/no beams or columns in the whole building~ Designed by the Japanese architect Toyo Ito, the world's unique Bel Canto culvert curved wall building is designed based on the most primitive concepts of human beings "cave" and "crypt". The interior of the building is planned to include a grand theater, a Chinese theater and a small experimental theater, which can accommodate a total of About three thousand people. The top floor is a very unique sky garden Highly recommend a visit

This trip to Taichung finally went to the Taichung Opera House. The weather in Taichung was really nice, so it was quite hot. There was a market with stalls, and young girls and young people were very happy shopping (but the CP value of things was not very high haha) ) #Taichung #文青 #Taichung Opera House

The last stop of the Taichung tour was the Internet Beauty Cafe inside the Taichung Opera House, a landmark in Taichung. When traveling, I always want to visit a special check-in shop. This café crotchet is definitely a coffee shop you can't miss if you love taking photos. From the lighting to the design of the food, and the beautiful pink drinks, you can't miss the beautiful view by the window. We want you to take beautiful photos home with you when you travel to Taichung! In fact, Kunxia Coffee also has other visual check-in drinks and desserts. You can find it yourself. After you get your food, you will definitely be amazed by the food here. The food is pretty good and it's a cafe worth coming to for afternoon tea! #Taichung Food #Taichung Attractions #Net Beauty Coffee

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I checked out of the hotel at noon on January 28 and rushed to 《堁夏咖啡 Café Crotchet》Enjoy lunch and art afternoon tea🎉🎉😘😘🍹🍹❤❤ . 《偺夏咖啡》The most beautiful window view coffee shop in Taichung, located on the 6th floor of the National Taichung Opera House, is a new brand created by the strong cooperation of the first French dessert "Family" in Central Taiwan and "Water Restaurant" which has been established in Taichung for 15 years😃 . I was attracted by the beautiful photos on the Internet and wanted to dine here. 😻 We arrived here at noon on weekdays and it was already full. It is recommended to make a reservation in advance so that you don’t have to wait on site. 🎉🎉🥳🥳☕☕ . As soon as you enter the door, you will be stunned by the beauty. The large floor-to-ceiling windows on the whole wall can take in the beautiful scenery of Xialudi Park. The simple and elegant center island bar design, the desserts in the glass cabinet are dazzling, and there are desserts exclusively for the opera house. 🍨🧁🍰🍬❤ . We ordered~ 🎶Fresh vegetables, wild mushrooms and truffle rice Juicy wild mushrooms, rich truffle flavor, every bite is full of truffle and wild mushroom aroma 🎶Baked Italian Bolognese Lasagna The aroma is fragrant and the evil taste arouses your deep appetite. If you are a baked lover, this dish will definitely hit the spot. 🎶Snowy trees. Mont Blanc Just like its name, it is as beautiful as the snow on Mont Blanc, with layers of flavors and paired with French chestnut milk filling, it is full of charm. 🎶Opera The aristocrat among French desserts, coffee cream is refined with dark chocolate, fragrant and not greasy, like a gorgeous opera movement😘😘❤❤ 🎶Berry pink cloud bubble A drink that makes girls' hearts burst, you can taste strawberries, delicious and photogenic, just holding it in your hand will make you happy and healed😘😘💗💗🎊🎊 🎶Sea Salt Caramel Latte It is smooth, rich and layered without being too sweet, making it a perfect match for cakes. . To be honest, every dish is photogenic and delicious, it is a feast for the taste buds 🎉🎉😘😘🍹🍹 . It turns out that the name of 堁夏 is a combination of "soil" and "fruit", hoping to use the most natural ingredients and the fruits of this land to professionally make pure and warm delicious meals😃😃👍👍 . By the way, after eating, you can also go to the sky garden next to it to take a walk, take photos and check in, and by the way, pay homage to the beautiful National Taichung Opera House designed by the Japanese architectural master Toyo Ito🤗🤗🙏🙏❤ . I heard that at night, the windows here are dimly lit, and you can also enjoy the night view of Taichung Phase 7. Next time I want to come for dinner, I will make a romantic and artistic night😘😘🍹🍹💗💗 #foodtravel #summerfoodrecommendations #restaurantswithview #taichung #taichungnationaloperahouse #taichungfood #taichungcafe #taichungsouvenirs #afternoontea #netbeautyattractions #netbeauty #netbeautymustgo #lunch #nightview .

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Address: No. 101, Section 2, Huilai Road, Xitun District, Taichung City Atmosphere/Facilities: It's really comfortable when the weather is good, but unfortunately it rained a little before leaving, so I just took a quick photo and left🥲🥲 Features: The rooftop is very suitable for taking photos, and it is also a must-visit attraction for many Internet beauties when they go to Taichung. From the rooftop, you can have a panoramic view of the entire Taichung scenery, and the architectural design is also very unique. Price per person: There are cafes, dessert shops, and cultural and creative products available for purchase in the museum. No additional fees are required for admission Rating: 4.8/5✨✨✨✨✨ #Photography of a beautiful exhibition #Explore the museum #Good place for families

Taichung Attractions - National Taichung Opera House National Taichung Opera House, is located in the Phase 7 Redevelopment Area of ​​Xitun District, Taichung City, Taiwan. It is a large public performance space designed by Japanese architect Toyo Ito and covers an area of ​​57,685 square meters. The opera house has a grand theater (2,007 seats), a medium theater (796 seats), a small theater (200 seats), and a small outdoor theater, as well as a dining space and a sky garden. Address: No. 101, Section 2, Huilai Road, Xitun District, Taichung City 407025 #Romantic Journey#Family Outing#Travel Inspiration#Good Places for Parents and Children#Where to Go in Summer

#Get a discount without relying on luck National Taichung Theater, a trendy tourist attraction in Taichung, was designed by Japanese architect Toyo Ito. It emphasizes curves both inside and outside the building. The ground floor has a cafe, a handmade shop, and a ticket booth. Some days, there are free shows. Walking around the building does not require buying a ticket. You can walk around. The rooftop has a garden. There are many photo spots. It's cute.

Wandering around the National Taichung Opera House is like walking into a dreamland where art and architecture interweave. The exterior is as elegant and magnificent as a flowing curve, like a sculpture floating in the city, which is amazing. Walking into the museum, light and shadow shuttle between spaces, and every step is like walking in an art gallery. Climbing to the top floor, the sunset is slowly setting in the west, and the golden afterglow sprinkles the entire city. The distant mountains, street scenes, light and shadow interweave into a gentle painting. At that moment, I was deeply moved, as if the world was quietly accompanying me to appreciate this golden time. This is not just a building, but also a double feast of vision and soul. #5月好去处2025

The National Taichung Theater was my go-to spot every weekend during my university days. It’s the kind of place where you instinctively slow down, look up, and take in the surroundings. More than just a performance venue, it feels like a piece of art you can step into. Its exterior resembles a cave, while the interior feels like an echo chamber. The space is devoid of right angles, with surprises hidden around every corner. Whether you’re here to watch a performance, grab a coffee, snap some photos, or simply enjoy the air conditioning, you’ll find the atmosphere comforting and enveloped in art. 🏛️ Architectural Highlight: The World’s Only Opera House Built with Curved Wall Construction Designed by Japanese architect Toyo Ito, the opera house is constructed entirely using curved wall techniques, breaking away from traditional straight lines, walls, and ceilings. You won’t find sharp corners here; instead, the building features cave-like flowing curves and circular openings. The entire structure seems to breathe, and sound travels naturally and smoothly within. Attending a concert or opera here feels like the sound is "flowing" along the building’s contours, which was the designer’s original inspiration. 📸 Free Public Spaces + Instagram-Worthy Architectural Lines Even if you don’t have tickets for a performance, you can explore the public areas on floors 1 to 3. The open spaces include a bookstore, café, exhibition areas, and plenty of spots where visitors come specifically to photograph the building’s flowing walls and play of light and shadow. Highly recommended: •🎵 Sky Theater Platform on the 6th Floor: Offers a view of Taichung’s Seventh Redevelopment Zone and a hidden spot to overlook the opera house’s rooftop structure (accessible by elevator). •📷 Ground Floor Lobby and Corridors: Soft natural light combined with curved concrete walls make this a favorite photography location. •🌇 Nighttime Exterior Lighting: Blue and purple lights reflecting on the glass curtain walls create a dreamy atmosphere, perfect for night photography or a romantic stroll. 🎫 Diverse Performances: From Classical to Contemporary, Family-Friendly to International Shows The opera house features three main theaters, with the largest accommodating over 2,000 people. Each year, it hosts a variety of performances, including concerts, stage plays, operas, modern dance, and experimental works. There are also family-friendly shows and smaller, artsy productions. It’s recommended to book tickets in advance, as there are often student discounts or weekday promotions. ☕ Enjoy a Cup of Coffee and Savor the Serenity of the Architecture On the ground floor, there’s a café and dining area. Whether you’re grabbing a latte before a show or simply spending a quiet afternoon here, it feels like a daily ritual. Many locals treat this as a secret city retreat, perfect for reading, writing, or relaxing. 📍 Transportation Tips: • By Car: Underground parking is available next to the opera house. • By Public Transport: A taxi ride from Taichung High-Speed Rail Station takes about 10–15 minutes, or you can transfer to a bus and get off at "Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Station," then walk. • Nearby Attractions: Pair your visit with spots like Maple Garden, Taichung City Hall Plaza, and Calligraphy Greenway for a day of cultural exploration. Whether you’re drawn by art, architecture, aesthetics, or simply looking for a quiet place to sit, a visit to the National Taichung Theater will show you that Taichung is more than just food and night markets—it’s a city rich in cultural charm. Haha, as someone from Taipei and Hualien who studied in Taichung for university, I really, really wish I could stay and work here! The vibe here is so much better than anywhere else!

How to get there - This is my first time traveling in Taiwan. The main transportation methods are: • Bus • Cycling • Walking 🚌 The bus price here starts at 15 twd (if you travel a long distance, it may increase gradually, but usually, you can ride 16-23, 24 stations in the city for 15~18 twd depending on the bus). 🚲 Cycling with Youbite, the first 30 minutes are free (after that, it should be counted as 10 twd every 30 minutes, not sure, but the price is not expensive). Tourist attractions - Start with • Miyahara shop, starting at 100 twd/ball, then take a bus. • National Taichung Theater (free admission), take a bus to Rainbow Village, and end at Yizhong Night Market (total travel cost no more than 100). 💰Average price per person: 450-700 (if you don't eat a lot of ice cream). ☀️☀️The storm is starting to come in, but in Taichung, it rains sometimes. The weather is hot, not suitable for cycling during the day.

This building designed by renowned Japanese architect Toyo Ito, the stunning structure is more than just a performance venue—it's a living piece of art. With its curvy, cave-like walls, natural lighting, and acoustic brilliance, the theater has become one of Taiwan’s most iconic landmarks since its opening in 2016. Inside, you’ll find three performance halls, multiple exhibition spaces, cafes, and an open rooftop garden offering a peaceful city view. Whether you're catching a concert, wandering through an art exhibit, or simply admiring the flowing architecture, there's something for everyone here. Tips for Visitors: Getting there: Take the Taichung MRT to City Hall Station (市政府站) and walk about 5 minutes. Best photo spots: The spiral staircases, and the mirrored wall near the main entrance. Whether you're an art lover or just looking for a cool stop in Taichung, the National Taichung Theater is a must-visit. #taichung #travel #staycation #thingstodo #familytravel

Recently, my family and I visited the National Taichung Theater. Designed by architect Toyo Ito, this building stands out with its unique curves and fluid design, resembling a piece of art from afar. As we stepped inside, we were immediately captivated by the high ceilings and the natural light that filled the space. Strolling through the performance halls and skywalks, we could truly feel the seamless integration of architecture, sound, and light. We also took a break at the theater's café, enjoying the intricate architectural details while savoring a relaxing afternoon. This cultural trip left us with unforgettable and wonderful memories as a family.