Sprawling east of Hsinchu City, Guanxi Township is largely inhabited by the Hakka people and has garnered a reputation for its production of herb jelly. It centres around a historic streetscape near the confluence of two rivers and is home to a globally themed amusement and wildlife park.
Things to do in Guanxi Township
In the heart of Guanxi Township is Guanxi Old Street, a short strip lined with heritage buildings featuring Baroque-style facades and Chinese shopfronts. Many are now occupied by handicraft stores and souvenir boutiques, as well as noodle shops and traditional Hakka restaurants.
One of the most scenic green spaces in Guanxi Township is Niulanhe Riverside Park, which is a popular spot for locals to walk and jog in the early morning hours. The waterfront trail leads beneath the arched spans of Dong'an Bridge, with cherry and plum blossoms igniting the route during spring. Niulanhe Riverside Park is a short stroll from the Bear Museum where you’ll find costumed teddies from around the globe.
Travelling with kids? Don’t miss a visit to the Leofoo Village Theme Park, which was originally established in 1979 as a wildlife park. It’s divided into several themed areas, including the African Safari, where you can get up close to lions and baboons before riding the Sahara Twist roller coaster. In the Arabian Kingdom, you can brave the Sultan’s Adventure or ride the South Pacific’s Mighty Mountain Flume, then experience the live shows of the Wild West area.
Getting around Guanxi Township
Guanxi Township is around 30 minutes’ drive from Hsinchu City and 40 minutes from New Taipei City. Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport is also 40 minutes away. Regular buses connect from Hsinchu City to the Guanxi Bus Station while the centre of Guanxi is compact enough to explore on foot.