Nanzhuang Old Street, Osmanthus Alley and Washing Pit

A walk through narrow lanes, a historic washing pit, Japanese-era buildings and Hakka food; public access does not mean every shop is open.

Address

Zhongzheng Road and Osmanthus Alley area, Nanzhuang Township, Miaoli County

Coordinates

24.6007, 120.9987

Official contact

Nanzhuang Visitor Center · +886 37 824570

Public transport

Take 5805A or another confirmed bus to Nanzhuang and walk from the visitor centre.

Driving and parking

Use the visitor-centre or legal public parking; do not drive into narrow lanes.

Wheelchair / stroller

Main streets are easier; narrow lanes, slopes and crowds are not consistently step-free.

Toilets and supplies

Use the visitor-centre toilets during opening; shops and public facilities vary.

Pets

Leash outdoors; shops, bridges and historic interiors set their own rules.

Weather

Brick and stone surfaces are slippery in rain; avoid the waterfront during river alerts.

Suggested stay

1.5–3 hours

Hours

Public streets are accessible; every shop and building follows its own schedule.

Admission

Public streets are free; food, shopping and individual venues cost extra.