The Su'ao Service Area is located on National Highway 5, the Su-Hua Section. Its exterior resembles a cute whale and offers facilities such as five-star restrooms, a nursing room, massage chairs, a rest area, mobile phone charging stations, and a FamilyMart convenience store.Street View of Su'ao Service Area photo by tantanya0324
【Must-Try Delicacies at Su’ao Service Area】
Visiting the Su’ao Service Area allows you to easily savor local delicacies from Yilan. Renowned seafood restaurant Fumei has set up shop in the form of Fumei Eatery, transforming their hearty dishes into individual set meals, making it convenient for even smaller groups to enjoy classic cuisine.Delicious dishes from Fu's Kitchen photo by mad_vita0704The popular food items from the Luodong Night Market, such as Xiaochun Gaozha Bubu Meat, featuring signature rice cake crumbles and tender pork, and the chewy Wei Sister Stuffed Tapioca Balls, are available at the Su’ao Service Area. No need to wait in long lines at the night market – it’s super convenient.Small Spring Rice Cake with Minced Pork photo by mad_vita0704Don’t miss the uniquely prepared Hungarian Chimney Cake, freshly baked upon order. Using traditional chimney cake dough with a touch of natural citrus flavor, it offers a refreshing and layered taste. Hungarian Chimney Cake Roll photo by leolee_0310If you’re short on time, grabbing some souvenirs before you leave is a great option. Choices include Nobel Milk Pudding, Zeng Ji Mochi, Yifeng Scallion Pancakes, Sanhe Vegetarian Baked Pancakes, and Orange Homeland, among others.
【Unmissable Photo Spots】
The eye-catching public art piece “Flowing Light River” at the Su’ao Service Area depicts the entrance with the real proportions of the Snow Tunnel, becoming a favorite photo spot for visiting travelers due to its distinctive design.Installation Art photo by cemedas__725Opposite the service counter, there’s a purple flower wall composed of various dried flowers in shades of purple, creating a romantic ambiance and making it a perfect location for couples to capture memories.Store Indoor Space photo by duck0104_On the second floor of the store, you can find an exhibition of aerial photography by director Chi Po-lin, featuring precious images documenting the construction process, providing a vivid portrayal of the true history of highway development. Zebulon Photography Exhibition photo by kejyun
【Thoughtful Facilities for Travelers】
Su’ao Service Area boasts what is dubbed as the most beautiful restroom on the entire Taiwan highway system. Its modern and stylish design not only looks appealing but also considers inclusivity by providing gender-neutral and shower facilities.
The Most Beautiful Highway Rest Area Restroom photo by renmaohuangParking spaces are abundant, ensuring you won’t struggle to find a spot even during peak traffic on holidays.
Upon registering identification, you can receive tokens for a 20-minute massage chair session and a 2-hour recliner use, allowing you to relax in the lounge for free and rejuvenate before continuing your journey.
【Popular Attractions Near Su’ao Service Area】
After exiting the Su’ao Interchange, you’ll find popular attractions like the Wax Art Crayon Castle and the Taxi Museum nearby. Conveniently located and suitable as rainy day alternatives, these are highly recommended as must-visit spots during your travels. Wax Art Crayon Castle photo by gemma_lee25Taxi Museum nearby. photo by li_ting0329
【A Driver’s Guide to Enjoying Smooth Travel in Yilan and Hualien】
For those looking to avoid traffic congestion, we’ve compiled shortcut routes for smooth driving in Hualien and Taitung, a traffic guide for the Su-Hua Highway improvement project, and a non-congested route map for the Yilan Snow Tunnel, offering references for our driving friends.
Su’ao Rest Area is an ideal pit stop on the Taipei-Yilan-Hualien route, providing diverse facilities and culinary options. If you happen to pass by next time, make sure to drop by!
Add：No. 81, Suxin Road, Su'ao Township, Yilan County
Note: Most dining establishments operate from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
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