Things to do in Kaohsiung

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Beiji Xuantian Shangdi featuring a statue or sculpture and a sunset

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1. Pier-2 Art Center

Set in the retro location of a site of abandoned warehouses, Pier-2 Art Center has been brought back to life as a thriving contemporary art scene. Visit this hub of creativity and imagination, where graffiti art stands next to iron works, sculptures and modern paintings. The site comprises several storerooms, each with their own distinctive style and theme.
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Pier-2 Art Center which includes a statue or sculpture and outdoor art

2. Liuhe Night Market

Liouhe Night Market is the most famous of Kaohsiung’s nocturnal bazaars due to its central location and vast array of Taiwanese treasures for sale. In the day, the street appears like any other, but the stalls and pedestrian barriers go up as the sun goes down. Find numerous food products as well as clothing, handicrafts and other items.
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Liuhe Night Market which includes markets, a city and night scenes

3. Love River

As the Love River meanders its way through the heart of Kaohsiung, rows of green vegetation sprout from its banks. The trees and plants bordering the river belong to large parks that are ideal for family picnics and a brief repose from the hustle of city life. Stroll hand in hand with your sweetheart in this romantic spot to discover why it is called the Love River.
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Love River featuring night scenes and a city

4. 85 Sky Tower

The Tuntex Sky Tower rises above the cityscape in the center of Kaohsiung at a height of over 1,200 feet (365 meters). It is among the tallest skyscrapers in Taiwan and has an intriguing shape with two twin towers connected by a third tower that extends from above the center. The shape was conceived to replicate a Chinese symbol that means “tall.”
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Tuntex Sky Tower showing a city and a skyscraper

5. Lotus Pond

Lotus Pond is a giant lake surrounded by pagodas, pavilions and markets in central Kaohsiung. Much of the city has grown around the lake, so the business district and many attractions also loom over the water. Stroll around the lake and admire the lotus plants that give the lake its name.
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Dragon Tiger Tower which includes a temple or place of worship

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Areas of Kaohsiung

Liuhe Night Market which includes a city, night scenes and markets

Kaohsiung City Centre

4.5/5(25 area reviews)

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 Pier-2 Art Center and Liuhe Night Market.

Kaohsiung City Centre
Spring and Autumn Pavillions which includes a sunset, a temple or place of worship and a city

Zuoying District

4/5(1 area review)

Get to know Zuoying District and its many features like its mountain views and restaurants. You might want to explore sights like Lotus Pond and Hanshin Arena Shopping Plaza, and you can jump on the metro at Ecological District Station or Zuoying High Speed Rail Station to get around the city.

Zuoying District
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Sanmin

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Sanmin
Caishan Natural Park which includes a city

Gushan District

5/5(1 area review)

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.

Gushan District
Dome of Light which includes interior views

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.

Sinsing District
Pier-2 Art Center featuring outdoor art and a statue or sculpture as well as a small group of people

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.

Yancheng District