Kaohsiung Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Kaohsiung showing a city
Kaohsiung showing a city
Beiji Xuantian Shangdi featuring a statue or sculpture and a sunset
Dragon Tiger Tower featuring a statue or sculpture
Dragon Tiger Tower showing a temple or place of worship

Kaohsiung Travel Guide Video

Where to stay in 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 Dome of Light and Liuhe Night Market.

Kaohsiung City Centre
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
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 Dragon Tiger Tower and Lotus Pond, and you can jump on the metro at Ecological District Station or Zuoying High Speed Rail Station to get around the city.

Zuoying 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 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.

Yancheng District
Tuntex Sky Tower which includes a 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.

Lingya District
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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 Shou Shan Zoo.

Gushan District
HOTEL COZZI Zhongshan Kaohsiung

HOTEL COZZI Zhongshan Kaohsiung

4 out of 5
No. 260, Zhongshan 2nd Road Kaohsiung
Fully refundable
The price is 2.881.414 ₫ per night from 4 Feb to 5 Feb
2.881.414 ₫
3.328.033 ₫ total
4 Feb - 5 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kaohsiung. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Breakfast was good. Great location.

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

HOTEL COZZI Zhongshan Kaohsiung
Grand Hi Lai Hotel

Grand Hi Lai Hotel

4.5 out of 5
No.266, Cheng-kung 1st Rd. Kaohsiung
The price is 3.261.471 ₫ per night from 3 Feb to 4 Feb
3.261.471 ₫
3.766.999 ₫ total
3 Feb - 4 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kaohsiung. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 13 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)
Everything from staff, facilities, food, cleanliness, location 5* wonderful

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Grand Hi Lai Hotel
Kaohsiung Marriott Hotel

Kaohsiung Marriott Hotel

5 out of 5
Gushan District Longdesin Rd 222 Kaohsiung
The price is 3.982.801 ₫ per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
3.982.801 ₫
4.600.135 ₫ total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kaohsiung. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 8 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Clean spacious room, great amenities, excellent attentive staffs

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Kaohsiung Marriott Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Tale of Butterfly

The Tale of Butterfly

2 out of 5
No.92-5, Chaoyuan Kaohsiung
Stay at this campsite in Kaohsiung. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Jian Shan and Jiuxionglin Shan are located nearby.
去的時候剛好遇到寒流,但熱水溫度與水量相當充足。 自助吧結合當地食材做創意料理,也相當美味。 環境舒適貼心,也有免費出借桌遊供消遣。

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2021

The Tale of Butterfly
Travelhome Service Apartment

Travelhome Service Apartment

4 out of 5
No.21, Xinguang Rd Kaohsiung
Stay at this aparthotel in Kaohsiung. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Love River and Central Park are located ...
Good Location, free wifi, great pricing, air conditioning, fridge/freezer and quiet rooms

Reviewed on 6 Dec 2019

Travelhome Service Apartment
Statt de Vallee - Campsite

Statt de Vallee - Campsite

2 out of 5
No. 130-72, Heping Rd. Kaohsiung
Stay at this campsite in Kaohsiung. Enjoy free parking, a conference centre and an airport shuttle (surcharge).
Statt de Vallee - Campsite
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Kaohsiung

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

A great place to visit, friendly, safe and amazing food.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

hot weather but a lot of place for sighseeing and good food

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Go to Cijin Island.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Although the government is clearly trying very hard to improve English proficiency and accessibility (you will find that public museums etc. generally have highly proficient staff), speaking some Mandarin will improve your experience.