Changhua Roundhouse | Home of Locomotives × Taiwan's Only Existing Railway Treasure

Attractions / Changhua Attractions

The most complete national monument railway facility with a century of history, it is a pilgrimage site in the hearts of Taiwan railway enthusiasts and a must-visit educational attraction for families with children!

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Roundhouse Features × Taiwan Railway's Century-old Power Base

• Built in Taisho 11 (1922), the Changhua Roundhouse belongs to the Taiwan Railway Changhua Locomotive Depot, connected by a central 360-degree turntable to 12 radiating tracks, resembling an opened fan, hence the name.

• This is not just a static exhibition site, but a truly operational train maintenance base where locomotive technicians can often be seen maintaining and inspecting steam and electric locomotives, allowing visitors to experience the vitality of trains up close.

Must-See Highlights × Railway Enthusiasts and Children Go Crazy

• 360-degree Turntable: Witnessing locomotives slowly rotating on the turntable as they enter and exit the roundhouse is both shocking and therapeutic!

• Steam Locomotive Exhibition Area: Well-preserved national treasure-level steam locomotives that transport you through time

• Locomotive Hotel Concept: Resting locomotives on the tracks are like travelers returning home after long journeys

• Robot Installation at Entrance: Giant robots crafted from scrap metal by Taiwan Railway staff are children's favorites!

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Visitor Information and Transportation Tips

• Opening Hours: Tuesday to Friday are the main visiting days (weekday visits recommended to avoid weekend crowds)

• Tour Reminder: Groups of 20 or more should make advance reservations

• Transportation Suggestion: Recommend parking at the Roundhouse parking lot on Cixiu Road, then walking in

• Address Guidance: Not far from Changhua Train Station, convenient for walking or chartered transport

 

Chartered Tour Recommendation × Changhua One-Day Railway Culture Light Travel

The Roundhouse is suitable for combining with other classic Changhua attractions into 【Railway × Heritage × Family】 themed itineraries:

Suggested Itinerary Example:

• Depart from Taichung/HSR Station → Roundhouse → Taiwan Glass Gallery → Lukang Old Street or Wanggong Sunset

• Can be combined with tourist factories and specialty snacks, suitable for one-day chartered tours

 

Images and text sourced from:(Taichung Tourism Network Taichung Tourism Photos and partial text copyrights belong to original authors)

 

Benefits of Chartered Tourism

1. Flexible Itinerary, Arrange as You Wish

   • Compared to public transportation or self-driving, chartered tours allow travelers to freely decide on attractions, duration of stay, and itinerary order.

   • Not restricted by bus or train schedules, making travel more flexible.
      

2. Professional Drivers, No Transportation Worries

   • Drivers familiar with local road conditions can plan optimal routes, avoiding traffic jams and detours.

   • No need to worry about parking, drivers will arrange suitable pick-up and drop-off points.
      

3. Suitable for Families, Elderly, and Group Travel

   • Eliminates the hassle of carrying luggage and transferring transportation, perfect for family trips with children and elderly.

   • Multiple vehicle options, 5-seater, 7-seater, 9-seater can be flexibly arranged according to group size.
      

4. Comfortable and Safe, Enhancing Travel Quality

   • Private chartered vehicles ensure clean and tidy interior environment, providing a more comfortable travel experience.

   • Rest and recharge anytime during the journey, avoiding travel fatigue.