Hsinchu One-Day Itinerary (TSMC Museum + Nanliao Fishing Harbor)

⏰ Morning: A Technological and Educational Journey

📍 TSMC Museum of Innovation
• Location: Inside Hsinchu Science Park (advance reservation required).
• Exhibition Highlights: Learn about TSMC's development history, semiconductor processes, and future applications of AI/5G.
• Recommended Duration: 1.5 ~ 2 hours.

👉 After visiting, you can stop by the main entrance of Hsinchu Science Park for a photo op and experience the grandeur of Taiwan's "Silicon Shield."

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🍜 Noon: Must-Try Hsinchu Cuisine
• Hsinchu Chenghuang Temple Shopping District (about 15 minutes by car):
• Duck Meat Xu: Famous duck noodle soup.
• Liujia Braised Pork Rice: Traditional flavors.
• Hsinchu Rice Noodles and Meatball Soup: Iconic local snacks.
• You can also buy local specialties like Fuyuan Peanut Butter and Xinfu Zhen Wedding Pastries.

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🌊 Afternoon: Leisure at Nanliao Fishing Harbor

📍 Nanliao Fishing Harbor & Fish Scale Ladder
• Coastal scenery with must-visit photo spots like the "Rainbow Path" and "Fish Scale Ladder."
• On weekends, there are markets and creative stalls offering seafood dishes.
• Nearby, you can find the Seaside Bike Path. Rent a YouBike and enjoy a breezy ride along the coast.

👉 For a more relaxed experience:
• The viewing platform near Nanliao Visitor Center is perfect for sitting back and unwinding.

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☕ Afternoon Tea Options
• Black Cat Ice City (an old ice shop in Nanliao): Famous for its Eight-Treasure Ice.
• Seaside Cafes: Options like "Wanghai Lane" or "Voice of the Sea Café" offer a relaxing ocean view.

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🌇 Evening: Sunset and Snacks
• Watch the sunset at Nanliao Fishing Harbor, with a gentle sea breeze for a soothing end to the day.
• Dinner options:
• Seafood restaurants at the harbor (steamed fish, stir-fried clams, three-cup squid).
• Or head back to the city and explore restaurants near Dongmen Castle or Hsinchu Big City Mall.