Zhongshe Flower Market Travel Guide
Zhongshe Flower Market, Taichung – Some 165 kilometers south of Taipei is the city of Taichung wherein you can get a taste of the city’s rural lifestyle. Being one of the must-see tourist destinations in the area, the Zhongshe Flower Market is an experience on its own. Showcasing different flora and fauna in the entire property, Zhongshe delighted my senses because of its simple yet attractive vibe.
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Zhongshe Flower Market Flower Wall
Zhongshe Flower Market: Taichung’s Flower Heaven
Zhongshe Flower Market is one of the popular flower markets in Taichung. Located approximately 28 kilometers north of the city center, Zhongshe Flower Market can either be accessed by car, bus, or train.
Featuring a number of plants and other ornamentals, the flower farm is a famous destination for plant lovers and for those who want to have photos perfect for the gram. I am particularly surprised with the area of the farm because it reminds me of the flower farms in my hometown in Benguet. Some of these plants come in different colors, shapes, and sizes – it will tickle your imagination when taking those gram-worthy photos. A number of plants are also up for sale at the entrance of the flower market.
The entrance fee to Zhongshe Flower Farm is priced at NT$ 120.00 (PH₱ 211.00). If ever you get hungry when visiting Zhongshe Flower Market, there is an in-house grill-all-you-can restaurant inside the farm, near the entrance. The barbecue grill buffet costs NT$ 240 – 380.00 (PH₱ 433 – 685.00) as of writing, with a time limit of 2.5 hours per group.
Attractions inside Zhongshe Flower Market
The Flower Zone
This is the main area inside the Zhongshe Flower Market. It features several areas with flower blankets, depending on the flowers in season. During our visit, the flower zone had hues of Red, Yellow, and Purple.
Family Fun Park Area
This zone is located between the barbecue zone and the follower zone. This is the area where children can enjoy simple rides and other children-friendly activities.
Barbecue Zone
With a capacity of around 800 people, the barbecue zone is one large area for eating while visiting Zhongshe Flower Market. It is believed to be the largest indoor barbecue place in Central Taiwan. The eat-all-you-can setup is its main catch and is a good precedent before visiting the Flower Zone!
Potted Culture Zone
If you are kind of a “plantito” or a “plantita,” this is the area for you. This is where you get to buy potted plants as souvenirs. They also sell flowers, succulents, and other gardening tools and materials. The area is right in front of the flower market before the garden’s entrance.
Photo Backdrop Areas
Found right after the entrance gates is the photo backdrop area where it features several backgrounds and similar floral elements that are picture-perfect.
How to get to Zhongshe Flower Market
Getting to Zhongshe Flower Market can be a bit of a breeze. From Taichung by train, you can reach Zhongshe via two routes:
Via Houli
– From Taichung Station, take the train going to Houli Station. The train fare is NT$ 31.00 (PH₱ 56.00) . The travel time is about 30-40 minutes.
– From Houli Station, take a cab to Zhongshe Flower Market. The cab fare is around NT$ 100 – 150 (PH₱ 180 – 270.00). You can also take an Uber cab at around NT$ 80.00 (PH₱ 145.00) and the travel time is around 5 minutes.
Via Tai’an
Taichung Main Station Platforms
– From Taichung Station, ride the train going to Tai’an Station. The train fare is NT$ 34.00 (PH₱ 60.00) and travel time is about 40-45 minutes.
– Upon alighting at Tai’an Station, you can either take a cab or walk to Zhongshe Flower Market. The cab fare is NT$ 40.00 (PH₱ 72.00) per person (good for 5 pax per cab) and the travel time is around 5 minutes. If you choose to walk, you will reach the flower market in 20 to 30 minutes.
Zhongshe Flower Market Business Profile
| Address | 333, Section 5, Taiwan 3rd (Sanfeng) Road, Houli District, Taichung City, Taiwan |
| Zhongshe Flower Market Opening Days and Hours | Daily, 0900 H – 1800 H |
| Contact number/s | Reservation Hotline: +886 04 2557 6926
Fax Number: +886 04 2557 3047 |
| flower.js@msa.hinet.net | |
| Official Website | www.flowerjs.com.tw |
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