“Beautiful mountains and rivers” might be the impression many people have of Nantou. As the only county in Taiwan not adjacent to the sea, Nantou not only boasts numerous beautiful outdoor natural attractions but also offers many interesting indoor places worth visiting. Today, let’s introduce six indoor attractions in Nantou. These could be great options for days with unfavorable weather or for adding some indoor leisure activities to your outdoor itinerary.

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Indoor Attractions in Nantou Recommended

Shude Babbuza Dreamfactory 樹德半山夢工廠

Renowned Taiwanese storage brand “Shude SHUTER” has established an educational and entertaining tourist factory in Nantou. This factory combines exhibition, interaction, and experiential functions. The most eye-catching feature inside is the spectacular giant “Tree of Life.” Besides capturing dreamy photos, visitors can purchase tickets to experience the tree-round trail. Additionally, the factory offers activities like rock climbing and high-altitude rappelling. For those seeking challenges, there’s an option to purchase the “Courage Experience Combo Ticket” for a fun and thrilling adventure.

Shuilishe Kiln Ceramic Art Cultural Park 水里蛇窯陶藝文化園區

Shuilishe Kiln Ceramic Art Cultural Park has transformed from a traditional kiln factory into a tourist factory. For those interested in ceramic culture, this is a place to explore various ceramic artworks and experience pottery-making firsthand. Besides pottery experiences, the park also houses a unique “Earthly Dessert Shop” where visitors can not only enjoy delicious desserts but also admire the exquisite ceramic vessels in which they are served.

Guangxing Paper Mill 廣興紙寮

Puli has a long history of handmade paper production and is hailed as the hometown of handmade paper. Guangxing Paper Mill in Puli has transformed from a traditional paper mill into a tourist factory. Besides continuous production of handmade paper for sale, it offers various DIY activities. Parents and children can experience papermaking and printing together, creating memories with handmade paper fans, clocks, and more to take home.

National Taiwan Craft Research and Development Institute 國立台灣工藝研究發展中心

Located in Caotun, Nantou, the National Taiwan Craft Cultural Park is spacious, comprising a Craft Cultural Hall, Craft Design Hall, Life Craft Hall, and Local Craft Hall. The exhibitions mainly focus on various crafts. Apart from permanent exhibitions, there are also special exhibitions to explore. Besides visiting, the institute organizes various experiential courses and activities. There’s also a program specifically for children called “I am a Little Crafts Apprentice,” allowing both adults and children to learn about Taiwanese crafts.

You Shan Tea Visiting and Cultural Museum 遊山茶訪茶文化館

Tea processing is a significant industry in Taiwan. Besides Sun Moon Lake Tea Plantation, those interested in tea processing and tea culture can visit the You Shan Tea Visiting and Cultural Museum. Specializing in oolong tea processing, You Shan Tea Visiting is housed in a renovated factory. Visitors can gain deeper insights into Taiwanese tea culture here and can also book activities such as tea roasting, tea blending, and tea tasting. Through hands-on experiences and tea appreciation, visitors can enhance their understanding of Taiwanese tea.

Lakeshore Hotel Nantou 今埔里渡假大酒店

Apart from the aforementioned attractions, if you want to spend a whole day in a hotel, you can stay overnight at Lakeshore Hotel Nantou! Besides offering various room types, the hotel boasts rich facilities for guests. If you wish to relax and relieve stress, you can enjoy the hot springs. If you want to have a blast with family and friends, there are KTV rooms for singing sessions. If you want to play with your children, there’s a children’s playroom for quality family time. Even without going out, you can enjoy a wonderful indoor vacation here.