Kaohsiung City Centre Travel Guide

Kaohsiung

A crowded street at night with neon signs and billboards.
A bustling street food market with various food stalls and signs in a foreign language.
A seafood display with various types of shellfish and meat, including shrimp and squid, arranged on trays.
A modern cityscape with tall skyscrapers and a clear blue sky.
A crowded street at night with neon signs in various colors.

Stay near popular Kaohsiung City Centre attractions

A crowded street at night with neon signs and billboards.

Liuhe Night Market

7.8/10 (2,200 reviews)
Get a sense of the tastes, sounds and smells of Taiwan in this buzzing night market full of stalls selling local delicacies.
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Things to do

Maritime Kaohsiung Lotus Pond, Cijin Island and Love River Cruise

Maritime Kaohsiung Lotus Pond, Cijin Island and Love River Cruise

£48
per adult
Maritime Kaohsiung Lotus Pond, Cijin Island and Love River Cruise
Take a walk through this otherworldly terrain and feel the mysterious power of nature carved over the years—it's like stepping onto the surface of the moon itself.

Kaohsiung Cultural Day: TourMoon World, Hakka Lei Cha DIY, Pier-2

£54
per adult
Kaohsiung Cultural Day: TourMoon World, Hakka Lei Cha DIY, Pier-2
Kaohsiung: Private Walking Tour with a Local

Kaohsiung: Private Walking Tour with a Local

£63
per adult
Kaohsiung: Private Walking Tour with a Local
Hang out with locals in Kaohsiung

Kaohsiung Private Walking Tour with a Local

£63
per adult
Kaohsiung Private Walking Tour with a Local
Dragon and Tiger Pagodas

Private Classic Kaohsiung Day Tour

£163
per adult
Private Classic Kaohsiung Day Tour
Private Tour Tainan Siraya Nature and Culture

Private Tour Tainan Siraya Nature and Culture

£137
per adult
Private Tour Tainan Siraya Nature and Culture
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Top hotels in Kaohsiung City Centre

Chateau de Chine Hotel Kaohsiung

Chateau de Chine Hotel Kaohsiung

4 out of 5
No.43, Daren Rd. Kaohsiung
The price is £60 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
£60
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kaohsiung. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Excellent services at lobby and front desk."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Chateau de Chine Hotel Kaohsiung
Grand Hi Lai Hotel

Grand Hi Lai Hotel

4.5 out of 5
No.266, Cheng-kung 1st Rd. Kaohsiung
The price is £92 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
£92
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kaohsiung. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"first time to stay at Grand Hi Lai Hotel, Front desk is very helpful and nice. I'm very happy that the hotel is willing to meet my request."

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026

Grand Hi Lai Hotel
HOTEL COZZI Zhongshan Kaohsiung

HOTEL COZZI Zhongshan Kaohsiung

4 out of 5
No. 260, Zhongshan 2nd Road Kaohsiung
The price is £88 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
£88
9 Jul - 10 Jul
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Very nice hotel right next to a subway exit. Beautiful views from the breakfast area on the 30th floor. Breakfast buffet was great. Helpful, friendly staff. Rooms clean and nice. Laundry machines available. We would definitely stay here again next time we are in Kaohsiung."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026

HOTEL COZZI Zhongshan Kaohsiung
InterContinental Kaohsiung by IHG

InterContinental Kaohsiung by IHG

5 out of 5
No. 33, Xinguang Rd Kaohsiung
The price is £147 per night from 15 Jul to 16 Jul
£147
15 Jul - 16 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kaohsiung. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (545 reviews)
"The entire stay was amazing. The staff, the restaurants and the location. Perfect place to stay. Close to both LRT and MRT."

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026

InterContinental Kaohsiung by IHG
Han Hsien International Hotel

Han Hsien International Hotel

4.5 out of 5
No. 33, Sihwei 3rd Road Kaohsiung
The price is £66 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£66
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kaohsiung. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"We had a great time at the hotel. The staff were very helpful and welcoming. We were able to check in quickly."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Han Hsien International Hotel
Airline Inn - Kaohsiung Station

Airline Inn - Kaohsiung Station

3 out of 5
No.33, Jianguo 3rd Rd. Kaohsiung
The price is £34 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
£34
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kaohsiung. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,243 reviews)
"Loved all the hotel . Location, Laundry A/c and as much as you can eat at breakfast . Thank you great stay"

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Airline Inn - Kaohsiung Station
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Where to stay in Kaohsiung City Centre

Find the best Kaohsiung City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A traditional Chinese pavilion by a waterfront with modern buildings in the background.

Zuoying District

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.

A colorful stained glass ceiling with geometric patterns and a central column.

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.

A modern skyscraper with a unique architectural design, surrounded by other buildings and a clear blue sky with clouds.
Photo by Amy Zhang
Open Photo by Amy Zhang

Lingya District

Noted for its shopping and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Lingya District. Top attractions like Kaohsiung Cultural Center and Love River are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Wukuaicuo Station or Lingya Sports Park Station to see more of the city.

A brick building with arched windows and a statue in front.
Photo by WEI, WAN-CHEN (page does not exist)
Open Photo by WEI, WAN-CHEN (page does not exist)

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.

A traditional altar with intricate carvings and a lion statue.
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Open Photo by 愛高雄 (page does not exist)

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 Love River and National Science and Technology Museum, and jump on the metro at Houyi Station to get around the city.

Kaohsiung City Centre Travel Guide

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