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![[Illustrative] Ivar Coffee House](/api/images/entities/kaohsiung-tw-c43abd08df14/hero.webp)
Illustrative Ival Coffee at No. 136 Siwei 3rd Road in Kaohsiung's Lingya District is a cat-café where feline managers roam among country-style seating. Guests sip rich coffee while petting resident cats — a cozy blend of caffeine and companionship. The menu focuses on coffee, milk tea, and light sweets, with an average spend around NT$120. There is a minimum drink order and a 30% discount on refills; no service charge. A relaxed haven for pet lovers seeking a comfortable coffee break.
![[Illustrative] Dream Forest Residence](/api/images/entities/chiayi-c-tw-8fd62c65b447/hero.webp)
Illustrative Zhu-meng Sen-ju (Dream-building Forest Dwelling) sits beside Yun-shui Stream in Shen-keng Village, Zhong-pu Township, Chiayi County. Originally an abandoned betel-nut orchard, years of restoration have turned it into a nature-ecology-themed family camping park. Clean, comfortable RV trailers come with air conditioning and separate wet/dry bathrooms, plus skylights for stargazing. Activities are diverse: ecological tours, DIY crafts, tree climbing, rock climbing, lazy-river water-gun battles, ai-yu jelly DIY, and small-animal feeding, for kids and adults to experience together. An open-air restaurant serves home-style dishes featuring mountain produce so families can enjoy good food in nature. The atmosphere is warm and educational, suiting travelers seeking easy camping, family interaction, and environmental learning.
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![[Illustrative] Qiliwan Bubble Tea Museum](/api/images/entities/yilan-tw-c71616f4ad94/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Qiliwan Bubble Tea Museum
Qiliwan Bubble Tea Culture Hall in Suao, Yilan is Taiwan's first museum dedicated to pearl milk tea, and admission is free. Inside, exhibits introduce the drink, showcase the brand and offer DIY experiences where visitors can shake their own bubble tea and hand-roll tapioca pearls while learning the history and production of boba. The site features a green building, outdoor charcoal-grill area, a sea-view platform and a parent-child pearl playground; spending NT$200 unlocks free use of the play equipment for kids. A great indoor backup plan for rainy days or a family day out.
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![[Illustrative] Yilan Traditional Art Center](/api/images/entities/yilan-tw-eb339f999d80/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Yilan Traditional Art Center
The Yilan Traditional Arts Park (National Center for Traditional Arts) is a cultural destination weaving together traditional crafts, opera performances and interactive experiences, ideal for the whole family to explore together. The park has a dedicated children's experience zone with DIY activities like painting spinning tops, dough figurines and operating hand-puppet show puppets, most of which are already included in the ticket price. Beyond the lively craft demos and static displays of artifacts, the grounds include both indoor and outdoor areas, so rainy days don't get in the way of a cultural experience. Easy to reach, with nearby lodging options for a two-day trip, it is one of the top picks for family travel in Yilan.
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![[Illustrative] Yilan Cake Discovery Center](/api/images/entities/yilan-tw-996ecf41569e/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Yilan Cake Discovery Center
Yilan Cake Invention Museum in Suao spans roughly 4,000 ping and blends traditional pastry-making with cultural history, offering a transparent production corridor, a canopy plaza and a DIY experience zone. Visitors can hand-craft thin biscuits and view antique pastry molds, then relax in the café area. Inside, the museum features 3D mural walls, a vintage wedding-culture display, free parking and barrier-free facilities, all set up for family fun and rainy-day fallbacks. Admission is free, souvenirs are available, and there are several photo-ready check-in spots, making it a popular family destination in Yilan.
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![[Illustrative] Yinong Farm](/api/images/entities/yilan-tw-41790df73de8/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Yinong Farm
Yi Nong Farm in Dongshan Township, Yilan is a family destination centered on animal feeding and agricultural experiences. Visitors can get close to baby goats, piglets, rabbits, tortoises and other animals, with extras like goat-milking, goat-milk desserts and DIY crafts. Tickets run about NT$50-150 and can be exchanged for feed, drinks and selected activities, so families can pick up some farming know-how while having fun. The farm also has a bumper-car zone and simple carnival booths, convenient parking, and it closes on Thursdays; rainy days are not recommended. Overall ratings are high, making it a farm trip that balances education and entertainment for kids.
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![[Illustrative] Jimmy Park](/api/images/entities/yilan-tw-d5c87de5170e/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Jimmy Park
Jimmy Park, beside Yilan Station, is Taiwan's first public square themed around the picture books of Jimmy Liao. The park is dotted with colorful, three-dimensional sculptures of his iconic characters, making visitors feel as if they've stepped into one of his books. The grounds are spacious and ideal for strolling and photos with the whole family, and you can easily hop to nearby spots like Diudiu Dang Forest Park and the Yilan Distillery. Entry is free with no ticket, and the park is open around the clock, so you can drop by any time. Whether you're bringing kids for a photo-op or looking for a quiet place to stroll near Yilan Station, Jimmy Park is a can't-miss stop.
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![[Illustrative] Jimmy Plaza](/api/images/entities/yilan-tw-60a007c2f39a/hero.webp)
Illustrative →Jimmy Plaza
Jimmy Plaza Park, beside Yilan Station, is a family-friendly spot themed around the picture-book illustrator Jimmy Liao. The park features Jimmy-character installations, three-dimensional scenes and playful touches like an elephant slide, making it great for photos and for visits with kids. The space is small but full of imagination, doubling as a rest stop and sightseeing draw, so even travelers with a short wait for a train can step into the world of his picture books. Weekends draw bigger crowds, so arriving early or avoiding peak hours is recommended.
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