Tour image 0Tour image 1Tour image 2Tour image 3Tour image 4Tour image 5Tour image 6Tour image 7Tour image 8Tour image 9
New!
Free tour

Hualien Free City Walking Tour

No ratings yet
Duration: 2 hours
Languages: English
Guru: Sky
Registered on 18 August 2025
Guru Avatar Image
Hi! I'm Sky, born and raised in Hualien, and studied at local university. I've explored more than 40 countries, and have experience of living abroad. During my travels, I joined dozens of free walking tours and discovered the power of local storytelling. Now I want to bring that same spirit back to Hualien. I'm passionate about sharing the real soul of this place. I love outdoor activities, street food, and cooking. More than anything, I enjoy connecting with people from around the world, exchanging stories, learning from different cultures, and making meaningful connections. I'm here to help you experience the beauty, flavors, and rhythm of this land.Come explore with me and let's make your Hualien journey something truly special. 🌏✨ Welcome to Hualien Free Tour! Join our local guides for free walking tours, bike rides, and food adventures — all tip-based and full of local stories. From mountain views to ocean breezes, discover the real Hualien with us.
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

A City Between Mountains and Sea

📜 Founding & Development
Learn how Hualien came to be. from indigenous people to learn Japanese colonial era.

🏯 Old Railway Station and old architecture
Visit the site of Hualien’s former central. Wander through streets lined with elegant wooden homes, dormitories, and old administrative buildings from the Japanese colonial period. These structures carry untold stories, preserved in time.

🏘️ Local Life & Culture
Peek into everyday life — from early-morning market scenes to unexpected traditions and community rituals. Hualien’s people are warm, expressive, and full of local quirks you’ll love discovering.

🗺️ Hidden Gems
We’ll take you beyond the main streets — into back alleys, mural-covered walls, peaceful temples, and little-known corners that even some locals overlook. These are the real treasures of Hualien.

⛰️🌊 Mountains & Ocean
Standing between the Central Mountain Range and the Pacific Ocean, Hualien is blessed with dramatic landscapes. You'll feel the presence of nature everywhere — in the air, in the view, and in the rhythm of life.

🍡 Must-Try Snacks & Food Tips
We’ll point you to our favorite eats — like handmade mochi, grilled rice balls, and local tea drinks. Whether you’re a foodie or just curious, Hualien’s street food scene is a flavorful journey in itself.

✨ Ready to discover the soul of Hualien? Your adventure starts here!


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
No. 71, Zhongshan Rd, Hualien City, Hualien County, Taiwan 970
We meet and start at Old Railway Cultural Park Plaza,that you’ll see a giant stone sphere in the center of the square. Right across the street from the famous Dongdamen Night Market. Not at the Hualien Train Station ! 🚌 Getting here: You can take any local bus that stops at Dongdamen Night Market Station. https://maps.app.goo.gl/dBAYV7Dx2otizJq59 Do you need pick-up and drop-off service? If yes, please set the location when you booking. 📍 Address and Link : 23°58'27.1"N 121°36'40.3"E: https://maps.ap
1
Free entry
Hualien Railway Culture Park
2
Outside visit
Pacific Park
3
Outside visit
Gong Zheng Bun Store
Tour map

How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).


Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
Hualien Free City Walking Tour
GuruWalk
© GuruWalk SL