Kaohsiung City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Kaohsiung City Centre
Popular places to visit
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.
Liuhe Night Market
Get a sense of the tastes, sounds and smells of Taiwan in this buzzing night market full of stalls selling local delicacies.
Central Park
Watch the exceptional water dances that take place several times a day at Water Square in the center of this green park.
Love River
Walk along the banks of Kaohsiung’s cultural core, where you will find a night market, a harbor and scenic parks.
85 Sky Tower
Gaze at the panoramic views of Love River, Lotus Pond and the rest of the city in this skyscraper that is home to large department stores and a hotel.
Dome of Light
Over 4,500 colored panels of glass combine to produce this illuminating work of art in the heart of a busy train station.
Activities
Our pick of the best Kaohsiung City Centre Hotel Deals
Chateau de Chine Hotel Kaohsiung
room is clean. Breakfast is good.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Grand Hi Lai Hotel
Room was clean. Service was excellent. Nice hotel. The buffet breakfast was superb.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
HOTEL COZZI Zhongshan Kaohsiung
體驗很好。美中不足是酒店於辦公室上面, 辦公時間有機會
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
City Suites - Kaohsiung Chenai
The room is clean, large, and very comfortable. The breakfast is terrific, great variety and high quality food and drinks. I would stay here next time when I come to Kaohsiung.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Han Hsien International Hotel
Rooms were new…. in the 90s. Staff was generally rude and condescending. Price displayed on Expedia and the price charged after transaction differed by 150 usd. Pool was not able to be used with western swim suits, and my strong swimming children still required me in arms reach (both swim competitively). ...
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hotel Nikko Kaohsiung
great customer service, amenities, clean, treats their customers like a VIP everyday! my flight was delayed due to weather and they were able to extend my stay for another night without making change my room! will definitely book with them again!
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Kaohsiung City Centre
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Gushan District
Gushan District is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at TRA Museum of Fine Arts Station Station or Hamasen Station to explore sights like Kaohsiung Fisherman's Wharf.
