In Search of Summer

A gentle breeze brushes through the treetops, carrying a perfect touch of warmth. Retreat into the scenery of another city as you please. Watch the sunlight refract at street corners and listen to the cicadas awaken your senses. No complex plans needed—simply follow your heart and wander through your own summer trail as the daylight stretches longer.

Stroll Route｜Start from Hotel Royal Beitou ➜ Beitou Park ➜ Wooden Library ➜ Thermal Valley

As you step out of the hotel, greenery unfolds immediately. Shade and streams accompany you through Beitou Park, where a faint sulfur scent lingers in the air. Visit the wooden library, where large floor-to-ceiling windows and timber structures create a warm texture. Walk further to Thermal Valley to see rising white mist and greenish waters—a unique landscape. Slow down after a meal and let your senses sharpen amidst the trees and steam.

Stroll Route｜Start from Hotel Royal Hsinchu ➜ Jingxin Lake ➜ Suzhou-style Gardens ➜ Green Trail

A 7-minute drive from Hotel Royal Hsinchu brings you to Jingxin Lake near the Science Park. Walk along the circular lakeside path to enjoy expansive views. The Suzhou-style gardens nearby feature elegant architectural lines with white walls and upturned eaves reflected on the water—perfect for a post-meal stroll. Stabilize your breathing and steps before returning to the city routine.

Stroll Route｜Start from The Place Tainan ➜ Intersection of Youai St & Nanmen Rd ➜ Confucius Temple & Wu-Dek Hall ➜ National Museum of Taiwan Literature

Experience 400 years of history at this iconic intersection. On one side stand the Confucius Temple, Wu-Dek Hall, and Tainan Art Museum Building 2, blending tradition with modernity. On the other side, explore the Literature Museum, Yeh Shih-tao Literature Memorial Hall, and a historic Catholic church. Discover how cultural traces from different eras converge here, and feel the timeless charm of Tainan.

Stroll Route｜Start from The Place Taichung ➜ National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts ➜ Shenji New Village

Just steps from the hotel, visit the National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts to experience the symbiosis of sculpture parks and natural greenery. Stroll along Calligraphy Greenway and pass through Shenji New Village, a hub of architectural revitalization. Observe the creativity of boutique shops and extend your journey into the artistic heartbeat of the city.

Stroll Route｜Start from The Place Taipei ➜ CTBC Financial Park

After breakfast high above the city at The Place Taipei, head down to experience the sharp efficiency of Nangang. Large outdoor installations are scattered across street corners, forming a harmonious picture with modern architecture. Walk toward the park green space and find a leisurely atmosphere within simple urban lines for a truly modern stroll. 【Photo Credit｜CTBC Financial Park 】

Stroll Route｜Start from Royal Inn ➜ Chifeng Street Creative Alleys ➜ Tiaotong Cultural Area

Walk through the maple tree shadows of Zhongshan North Road to feel the district's unique cross-cultural atmosphere. Turn into Tiaotong alleys, where historic building facades sit alongside new creative shops, blending old-school elegance with modern energy. Wander the lanes of Chifeng Street and see how this former blacksmith hub has transformed into a design community. Pick up fragments of urban life with every light step.