Zhuwan Crab Museum

Penghu Attractions

竹灣螃蟹博物館
竹灣螃蟹博物館

The Crab Museum showcases over 300 species and features thousands of specimens, including live crabs for public viewing. Most of the crabs on display come from the waters of Penghu, and the specimens are collected using unique techniques developed by the director over years of research.

Address:No. 50-3, Zhuwan Village, Xiuying Township, Penghu County

Zhuwan Crab Museum Introduction

Located beside the Daji Palace in ZhuWan, Xiyu Township, Penghu, and covering an area of over a hundred ping, the museum boasts hundreds of species of shrimp and crabs, with thousands of specimens and living specimens, making it a national leader. The collection of crabs in the museum is the result of the six years of hard work by curator Chen Hongtu, and the crab specimens were created using unique techniques developed through years of research. The dazzling variety of shrimp and crabs in the museum is breathtaking. Curator Chen Hongtu, a native of ZhuWan in Xiyu, has been engaged with crabs for over ten years. Most of the crabs in the collection are from the waters of Penghu, with some collected from around the world, including the largest, heaviest, most poisonous, and fastest crabs, as well as those that can climb trees, crabs with a Guan Gong face, and crabs with horns. Additionally, there are blind shrimp from deep sea and the largest lobsters... a plethora of strange and wonderful shrimp and crabs that you could never imagine seeing in person at the ZhuWan Crab Museum. Take your time here, and it is recommended to make a reservation for a guided tour, where experienced tour guides will lead you into the crab world. 【Recommended Stay Time】 2 hours Admission: Free admission.

Crab House Exterior Crab House Exterior
Introduction to the left side of the Crab House entrance. Introduction to the left side of the Crab House entrance.

Zhuwan Crab Museum Travel Information

Address:No. 50-3, Zhuwan Village, Xiuying Township, Penghu County


Transportation Methods:Departing from Magong, take County Highway 203 towards Xiyu Township, then continue on Township Road 8, followed by Township Road 2. It takes about 40 minutes to reach.


Parking Information:There is a parking lot in front of Dayi Temple.


Tickets:●General admission: 80 NTD ●Discounted ticket: 60 NTD (Applicable for groups of 10 or more, seniors aged 65 and above, and students with valid student ID) ●Children under 110 cm in height can enter for free (must be accompanied by an adult)


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