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Illustrative Guangxiao Hall is an ancestral shrine from the Japanese colonial period preserved inside Yilan's National Center for Traditional Arts. First built between 1921 and 1925 with funds raised by the Zheng clan, it originally stood on Shenghou Street in Yilan City before being dismantled and re-erected at the Traditional Arts Park in 1990 as part of an urban renewal relocation. Inside, the hall is arranged in traditional layout, hosting ancestral worship rites, historical and cultural guided tours and interactive experiences. A distinctive stop that combines local clan heritage with family education, suitable for families, schools and culture enthusiasts.
Illustrative Tan Jiao Tian Di Tourist Factory in Longtan Village, Jiaosi, Yilan is a vinegar-themed family-friendly tourist factory. Admission and parking are both free; visitors can sample a variety of free vinegar drinks and take a transparent production-line tour, and the grounds are equipped with kid-friendly facilities like a three-story spiral slide, a double-decker slide, a little vinegar train and giraffe-shaped installations, making it great for the whole family. The site also offers DIY experiences and a product shop, with Longtan Lake Scenic Area and Jiaosi Hot Spring Park nearby, so transit is convenient. A popular free stop for family trips to Yilan.
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Illustrative Sunny Doll B&B in Wujie Township, Yilan is a pet-friendly homestay near the Dongshan River Water Park. Each room includes one pet free of charge, with a NT$300 fee for a second pet; a NT$500 deposit is collected at check-in and refunded at check-out. The B&B serves freshly made pet meals for breakfast each day, provides dedicated pet beds and supplies, and offers an outdoor pet pool, fenced lawn and other spaces for pets to run free. Some room types can be booked as whole-house rentals for groups of 6-16, and pet training courses are also offered. The setting is warm, and it's handily located near several Yilan attractions and freeway interchanges.
Illustrative Mulan Chunsheng in Yilan is a hip Chinese restaurant styled in a vintage house. It centers on gua-zi-rou (minced pork) rice and an array of home-style snacks, with a diverse menu and unfussy, honest flavors. The dining room is bright and comfortable with free parking, and the whole venue is pet-friendly—pets can roam inside, sit on special pet seats, and even receive treats like boiled eggs or poached chicken. A solid choice for family meals, friend gatherings, or pet-in-tow dining.
Illustrative Lakeside Manor (Dao Villa) is at No. 18, Lane 123, Dapi 2nd Road, De-an Village, Dongshan Township, Yilan, beside Plum Blossom Lake. This European-style villa homestay is known for a spacious, comfortable and green setting; the lake is a 2-5 minute walk away, ideal for strolling, cycling and outings with kids and pets. The whole property offers pet-friendly rooms and can even be booked in its entirety to host 14-22 people, fitting families or group trips. The interior is thoughtfully designed with spacious, clean rooms, breakfast service and on-site parking. Nearby, pet-friendly cafés and private-chef home visits are available as add-ons, so guests can enjoy nature alongside local food and attentive service.
Illustrative Turtle Island Coffee is a glass-house café amid fields in Dongshan Township, Yilan, with floor-to-ceiling windows and stunning reflections on the lake. The menu offers coffee, assorted desserts and souvenirs at friendly prices (about NT$70-180), with a low minimum spend of just NT$100. A pet-friendly zone and free parking make it a great spot for photos, relaxed afternoon tea and bringing pets along.
Illustrative Green Sea Coffee on Sec. 3, Nvzhong Road, Yilan City is a Southeast Asian-style garden café with a diverse menu ranging from Italian fare to Taiwanese set meals, all at friendly prices. Pet-friendly and with dedicated parking, it's a great choice for families, parents with kids and pet travelers. The roomy seating and lush outdoor garden help guests unwind, and the venue can host private parties of 30 guests or more, making it a Yilan City option that blends good food with a relaxed vibe.
Illustrative The One's Shop (Wanji Shanghang) at No. 266-3, Xingnong Road, Jiaosi Township, Yilan sits in a field beside Freeway 5, a pet-friendly café that blends cat interactions with refined brunch. Sunlight pours through big floor-to-ceiling windows onto a forest-style courtyard, and the menu offers coffee, cartoon-shaped cakes, brunch and other sweets and light meals. Several friendly cats live in-shop, so customers can take photos alongside them, much loved by Instagrammers and pet owners. Booking ahead is recommended, and pets should be kept on a leash or with proper waste bags to maintain the pet-friendly environment.