Kaohsiung City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





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Popular places to visit

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.

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.

Love River
Walk along the banks of Kaohsiung’s cultural core, where you will find a night market, a harbor and scenic parks.

Central Park
Watch the exceptional water dances that take place several times a day at Water Square in the center of this green park.

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

Creole Queen Historic Battlefield Cruise
Our pick of the best Kaohsiung City Centre Hotel Deals

InterContinental Kaohsiung by IHG
Great staff and very clean hotel! Conveniently located to shopping and restaurants around area! Public transportation is close by and easy to use!
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Chateau de Chine Hotel Kaohsiung
Everything was top notch, no complaints at all, amenities were also great, rooms were clean and nicely decorated, the staffs were all kind and helpful, awesome experience overall
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

City Suites - Kaohsiung Chenai
Beautiful area of the city with amazing views, lots to do and with a light rail train stop right outside the hotel. The staff is very helpful. The room was spacious and clean.
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

HOTEL COZZI Zhongshan Kaohsiung
Room is big, clean and quiet. Staff is very helpful.
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Hotel Nikko Kaohsiung
Located in a lovely area. Very convenient. Mostly importantly, the staff are very friendly, polite and respectful , welcoming. 5 stars overall. Well deserved. Will stay here again when I’m back to the city.
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Harbour 10 Hotel
Comfy stay, nice view, walkable area
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
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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 Liuhe Night Market or Central Park 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 Glory Pier 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 Love River are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Yanchengpu Station or Penglai Pier-2 Station to see more of 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 Shou Shan Zoo.

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 Heart of Love River, and jump on the metro at Houyi Station to get around the city.