Gushan District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Gushan District
Popular places to visit
Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts during your trip to Kaohsiung. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Former British Consulate at Takao
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Former British Consulate at Takao during your travels in Kaohsiung. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Takao Railway Museum
The last train left the city’s oldest train station in 2008. Now, it is a museum devoted to telling the story of rail travel in Taiwan.
Caishan Natural Park
Spend hours hiking up this scenic mountain along a network of trails. Then enjoy the views and hot tea when you reach its peak.
Shoushan National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Shoushan National Park, a lovely green space in Kaohsiung. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Pier-2 Art Center
Peruse fascinating works to learn about Taiwan’s edgy art scene in the dystopian setting of abandoned warehouses by the sea.
Activities
Private Tour Shore Excursion in Kaohsiung City
Our pick of the best Gushan District Hotel Deals
Kaohsiung Marriott Hotel
Clean spacious room, great amenities, excellent attentive staffs
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
H2O Hotel
wonder breakfast and pool area. Nice snacks in room. Overall very nice stay
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Guide Education Culture Hotel Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts
Was surprised by condition of hotel especially in this area. Carpet and furniture worn and stained and laundry machines were quite old. But laundry was free beds larger than expected and very comfortable. Best part was the pleasant and helpful staff. Everyone from the housekeepers to the front desk ...
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Hotel R14
Good stay over all, except the vegetarian breakfast and no bath tub.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Park Lees Hotel
Very comfortable and modern
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Watermark Hotel
Great Location. Pleasant staff. Clean room with great harbour view.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Gushan District
Yancheng District
Noted for its art galleries and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Yancheng District. Top attractions like Pier-2 Art Center and Kaohsiung Music Center are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Yanchengpu Station or Penglai Pier-2 Station to see more of the city.
Cianjin District
Shopping and coffee shops are highlights of Cianjin District. Make a stop by Central Park or Liuhe Night Market while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Cianjin Station to get around town.
Kaohsiung City Centre
Travellers love Kaohsiung City Centre for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kaohsiung by jumping on the metro at Formosa Boulevard Station or Sinyi Elementary School Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Dome of Light and Liuhe Night Market.
Sinsing District
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Sinsing District. If sightseeing is on the list, Dome of Light is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Sinyi Elementary School Station or Formosa Boulevard Station to see more of the area.
Sanmin
Well liked for its museums and art galleries, Sanmin is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like National Science and Technology Museum and Love River, and jump on the metro at Houyi Station to get around the city.
Lingya District
Noted for its shopping and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Lingya District. Top attractions like Kaohsiung Cultural Center and TESL Kaohsiung eSports Arena are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Wukuaicuo Station or Lingya Sports Park Station to see more of the city.
