Overview
The Gold Museum traces the Japanese-era gold mining history of the Jinguashi area, with a hugely popular walk through an actual mine tunnel. Its star exhibit is a 220kg pure gold bar that visitors can touch with their own hands. Japanese-style buildings and mining ruins around the museum are well preserved, lending the site a strong period atmosphere. Admission TWD 80. About 10 minutes from Jiufen by bus 788.
Opening Hours
Monday-Friday 09:30-17:00; Saturday, Sunday and public holidays 09:30-18:00
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Only about 10 minutes by bus from Jiufen, so combine the two in one trip. The mine tunnel experience requires a separate booking.
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to Jiufen, Taiwan from Seoul (ICN).
Korean Passport · Visa
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Flight from Incheon (ICN)
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Attractions near Gold Museum
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Jiufen Old Street
Narrow lanes lined with red lanterns, traditional teahouses, and tempting snacks.
📍 1.5km away
Jiufen Performance Lane
Atmospheric lanes where weekend evenings come alive with street performances.
📍 1.6km away
A-Mei Tea House
Jiufen's iconic teahouse where you can sip traditional tea overlooking the sea.
📍 1.6km away
Things to Do in Jiufen
Jiufen Old Street Food Tour
Explore the lantern-lined alleys of Jiufen sampling taro balls, fish ball soup, peanut ice cream rolls, and tea eggs on a snack-filled walking tour.
Jinguashi Gold Museum
Visit the Gold Museum near Jiufen to explore Japanese-era mining history. Touch a 220kg gold bar and walk through an actual mine tunnel.
Jiufen-Jinguashi Trail Trekking
Trek the trail connecting Jiufen and Jinguashi for stunning north coast views. Abandoned mine ruins blend with mountain scenery.