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 People
often don’t realize that Kaohsiung has a lot to offer to tourists.
There are many amazing historical and natural sites to see, as well as
amazing food, shopping, and interesting culture. Many of
the places down south aren’t represented as well in English as other
sites in Taipei, which is why we want to help everyone realize what a
great place it is. I lived in Kaohsiung for three years and it was like
living in paradise every day (I wish I still lived there). Below I will list some of the best places in Kaohsiung that I have visited. I will be sure to update this blog as I visit more places (and take more photos) later. When to go? Kaohsiung is great year round, but it can get a little hot in the summer, and Typhoon season and the heavy rain season last from about May to October. If you are afraid of the heat and rain then you can visit during winter when the temperatures are mild and the climate is dryer. How to get around in Kaohsiung? By Scooter/Car: As always, we recommend renting a scooter as the best way to see Taiwan. Getting around in a car is also a convenient option as there is plenty of parking pretty much everywhere in this less crowded county. Looking for scooter rental in Kaohsiung? You can check out Klook here or KKday here to search for options. You can check also out our scooter rental guide here. If you are looking for car rentals, you can search Qeeq here, KKday here, or Klook here. You can also check out our car rental guide here. By Public Transport: You can also a great deal of Kaohsiung by taking the MRT, light rail, train, inter city bus, local bus, taxi, or bicycle (U-bike rental). You can book tickets to travel to Kaohsiung via inter-city bus on Klook here. You can book tickets to Kaohsiung via high speed rail (HSR) on Klook here or KKDay here. Book tickets via the normal train (TRA) on Klook here. You can also book a Kaohsiung Travel pass here. By Bicycle: Cycling is the best way to enjoy Taiwan's landscapes if you have the time and energy. Looking for bicycle rentals in Taiwan? You can search on KKday here and search for tours on Klook here. You can also check out our Taiwan cycling guide here. Accommodation We have stayed at and recommend Chao She Hotel (you can book on Agoda here, Booking.com here, Hotels.com here, or Expedia here) IHI Sanduo Travel Hotel (you can book on Agoda here, Booking.com here, Hotels.com here, or Expedia here), and Mingli Hotel (you can book on Agoda here, Klook here, or Hotels.com here) which are three inexpensive and high quality choices in downtown Kaohsiung. I also have stayed at and recommend Kaohsiung Meinong Rabbit Paul Homestay B&B (you can book on Agoda here, Booking.com here, or Trip.com here), a quiet B&B in rural Meinong, and Chengching Lakeside Resort (you can book on Agoda here, Booking.com or Trip.com here)and the Grand Hotel Kaohsiung (you can book on Agoda here, Booking.com here, Hotels.com here, or Expedia here) which both offer breakfast buffet and free entrance into Chenqing Lake Park. I have also stayed at the 85 sky tower which offers great views of the city; you can search for rooms in the 85 sky tower on Agoda here, Booking.com here, Hotels.com here, Expedia here, or Trip.com here). Find out more about where to stay in our Taiwan hotels guide or search for the best hotel deals in Taiwan here. We recommend booking through Agoda here, which provides the best quality selection of accommodation on the islands. You can also book Wifi and SIM cards for Taiwan on Gigago here. Need travel insurance? Compare prices on Insubuy here. Tours: You can find more tours and activities in Kaohsiung such as Pier 2, Meinong Hakka Museum, Hamasen Railway Museum, Suzuka Circuit Park, i-Ride Kaohsiung Visual 5D Flying Theater, National Science and Technology Museum , Senya Village Restaruant, Austin Land, Ski School Indoor Ski Slope, and many more on Klook here or KKday here. Just to let you know, if you book using the links above, we get some commission at no cost to you, and you can help support our blog. You can click here to receive $5 USD on your first Klook purchase. Map: You can see a map of all the places that we will visit in this blog above. In this blog, we will visit the following places:
 Maolin
District of Kaohsiung City is an amazing outdoor paradise and my
favorite place in Taiwan. In this mountainous district of Kaohsiung, you
can find waterfalls, streams, hot springs, butterflies, aboriginal
culture, and great views, all by the roadside! Popular activities
include swimming, hot spring bathing, river tracing, camping, and
hiking. For our full guide to Maolin, click here. Please note I have also finished blogs about Maolin Village, Wanshan Village, Duona Suspension Bridge, and Duona Village (click the links to see each individual blog). Qijin Island 旗津  Qijin
Island (aka Cijin Island or Chijin Island) has one of the most
accessible sandy beaches to any urban area in Taiwan. Besides the nearly
10 Km stretch of sandy shores, the island also has an old street with
tasty snacks, a seafood market, a lighthouse, an ancient fort, a star
tunnel, a shell museum, and much more. It is one of the most popular
destinations in Kaohsiung and definitely worth a trip...(read more) We have stayed at and recommend Chao She Hotel, IHI Sanduo Travel Hotel, and Mingli Hotel which are three inexpensive and high quality choices in downtown Kaohsiung. You can book tickets to travel to Kaohsiung via inter-city bus on Klook here. Cheng Ching Lake 澄清湖  Cheng
Ching Lake (aka Cheng Cing Lake or Ching Qing Lake) in Kaohsiung is one
of the most beautiful parks in Taiwan. Much of the lake is full of
traditional Chinese gardens and architecture. Because of its size, it
cannot be properly appreciated by only going there for one afternoon;
there are simply too many things to see and do there. In this blog, we
will provide you a detailed virtual tour of the entire lake...(read more) I also have stayed at and recommend Chengching Lakeside Resort and the Grand Hotel Kaohsiung which both offer breakfast buffet and free entrance into Chenqing Lake Park. Lotus Pond 蓮池潭  The
Lotus Pond in Zuoying District of Kaohsiung is one of the most
beautiful scenic areas in Taiwan. Much of the lake is full of
traditional Chinese temples, gardens, and architecture. Because of its
size, it cannot be properly appreciated by only going there for one
afternoon; there are simply too many things to see and do there. In this
blog, we will provide you a detailed virtual tour of the entire
lake...(read more) You can book water sport activities at the Lotus Pond on Klook here or KKday here. Tianliao Moon World 田寮月世界  Out
in the foothills of former Kaohsiung County are tropical badlands,
hills of easily eroding material that makes the landscape look so unique
that you must think that it's on the moon. In the summer of 2014 the
Foreigners in Taiwan team took a journey to this park in Tianliao which
showcases these hills with trails and beautiful scenic views, and 4
years later here is the blog. It's definitely a strange landscape
especially for Taiwan, and is worth a visit especially if you want to
get some unique photos. You can also see some nearby mud hot springs...(read more) Looking for a hotel? Find out where to stay in our Taiwan hotels guide or search for the best hotel deals in Taiwan here. Ruifeng Night Market 瑞豐夜市  Ruifeng
Night Market (aka Rueifong Night Market) is currently the largest and
most crowded night market in Kaohsiung, and in my view the best. It is
located right next to the Kaohsiung Arena MRT station, making it a
convenient place for tourists to visit. Here you can find every kind of
traditional Taiwan night market food you could ask for, such as fried
squid, fried octopus balls, papaya milk, milk tea, and chicken and beef
steak, as well as games, clothes, and other shopping...(read more) Qishan Old Street 旗山老街  Qishan
Old Street is a large a popular historical street in Qishan District of
Kaohsiung City. Originally a major industrial hub for sugar cane during
the Japanese era, now it is a quite agricultural town in rural
Kaohsiung. It is one of the best old streets in Taiwan for its many
agricultural products and snacks, as well as the many well preserved
historical buildings in the area...(read more) Liuhe Night Market 六合夜市  Liuhe Night Market (aka Liuhe Tourist Night Market) is the oldest and perhaps most popular night market in Kaohsiung. It is located right next to the Formosa Boulevard MRT station, making it a convenient place for tourists to visit. Here you can find every kind of traditional Taiwan night market food you could ask for, especially fried chicken, squid, shrimp, and crab, as well as dried pork. Also Liuhe is very pedestrian friendly and you do not have to fight crowds here...(read more) Xingda Harbor Seafood Market 興達港觀光漁市  The
Xingda Seafood Market (aka Xingda Tourist Fish Market, Hsinta Harbor
Fish Market or Qieding Fish Market) is a large seafood market in Qieding
District of Kaohsiung. You can find just about any kind of fresh
seafood here, including sashimi, whole fish, shellfish, squid, etc.,
along with other traditional Taiwanese snacks. Also, the market is known
for high quality knives. It is definitely worth a trip if you are in
the area...(read more) Renwu Roast Duck 仁武烤鴨  Renwu
Roast Duck is a delicious roast duck place in Renwu District,
Kaohsiung. It opens every day except Tuesday from 2:00 pm to 8:00pm. You
can choose to either sit in the restaurant or get takeout. The wait for
the restaurant is usually long, and so is the takeout line. There are
tons of people waiting in line for this place every day...(read more) Dengyuan Chicken Leg Rice 鄧園雞腿飯  There
are many amazing rice box (biandang or bento) shops in Kaohsiung. but
my favorite is Dengyuan. This is because it is unlimited Winter Gourd
tea and soup, the portion sizes are large, and the meat and vegetable
choices are amazing. I can truly say this is the place that converted me
to Taiwanese food. It was the first time I actually enjoyed eating a
biandang. Sanma Stinky Hot Pot 三媽臭臭鍋  Sanma
is a "small hot pot" restaurant chain that has locations all over
Taiwan. But the best Sanma locations are in Kaohsiung, where pretty much
every location has free rice, soda, and ice cream. The price is only
about 120 NT per pot. Axia Oyster Omelette 阿霞蚵仔煎  Axia
Oyster Omelette is the best Oyster omelette I have ever tasted in
Taiwan. It sits right behind Kuangchi Palace Temple on Qijin
Island. This oyster omelet is the best because it is so
crispy. The dough is fried super crispy and dry, like you are eating the hard shelled taco of oyster omelets. You can book tickets to Kaohsiung via high speed rail (HSR) on Klook here or KKDay here. Monkey Mountain (Shoushan) 壽山  Monkey
Mountain (officially Shoushan, aka Chaishan 柴山 and other names) in
Gushan District of Kaohsiung City, is one of the most easily
accessible trails in Kaohsiung with perhaps also the best views of the
city. You are sure to see wild monkeys here. It should be on the
top of your list of places to visit in Kaohsiung...(read more) The Love River 愛河  Kaohsiung's
Love River is a riverside park, following the most important river
through the city. It is a great place for cycling or taking a
stroll. I have also been to the
Love River Dragon Boat Races, which are held between Kaohsiung Bridge
and Zhongzheng Bridge in downtown Kaohsiung. These races were cool
because at night the boats lit up with LEDs. It was pretty fun to watch.
There were also a ton of people and a ton of stalls selling food and
random stuff all around. You can book a boat ride along the Love River on Klook here. Wushanding Mud Volcanoes 烏山頂泥火山  Ever
want to see an active volcano up close? You can at the mud
Volcanos in Wushanding Nature Preserve, Yanchao District of Kaohsiung.
These spew out mud all day, which piles up and then gets washed away by
rain. It is a unique and beautiful geological oddity worth visiting.
These are the largest and most concentrated mud volcanoes in
Taiwan. ...(read more) Fo Guang Shan (Buddha's Light Mountain) 佛光山  Fo
Guang Shan (aka Buddah Light Mountain, Buddah's Light Mountain, or
Buddha Memorial Center) is a Buddhist sect based in Dashu District of
Kaohsiung. The headquarters in Dashu feature the largest Buddhist
monastery in the country along with a 8 pagodas, a large pyramid, huge
sitting buddha statue, and Buddha museum. The massive complex can fill a
tourists itinerary for more than a day, and is TripAdvisor's top ten tourist landmarks in Taiwan...(read more) Kaohsiung 85 Sky Tower 高雄八五大樓  The Kaohsiung 85 Sky Tower is the tallest and most recognizable building in southern Taiwan. The tower is shaped like the character "高" (as in 高雄 aka Kaoh siung or gao xiong), to represent the city of Kaohsiung and show Chinese symbolism through architecture. The observatory level open to visitors provides excellent views of the city. The tower can also been seen most anywhere in Kaohsiung, making it truly the symbol of the city...(read more) You can book a room with a view in the 85 sky tower here. Weiwuying 衛武營  Weiwuying,
also known as the National Kaohsiung Center for the Arts, is a
performance arts center in Fengshan District of Kaohsiung City. It is
the largest arts venue under one single roof in the entire world. It has
the largest pipe organ in Asia. It was also named as one of the top 100
places in the world by Time Magazine. The arts center also sits
next to Weiwuying Metropolitan Park. It is a must see spot for any
foreign tourist visiting Taiwan...(read more) You can also book Wifi and SIM cards for Taiwan on Gigago here. Taiwan Sugar Museum 橋頭糖廠  The Taiwan Sugar Museum (aka Qiaotou Sugar Factory/Refinery) is
a historical sugar refining Factory in Qiaotou District of Kaohsiung
City. It was the first sugar factory in Taiwan and lasted nearly a
hundred years. Now it has been converted into a museum and
cultural center, and is one of the most popular attractions in the
area...(read more) Shoushan Zoo 壽山動物園  The
Shoushan Zoo (aka Kaohsiung City Shoushan Zoo) is the second largest
zoo in Taiwan, and at the same time has an extremely affordable price of
only 40 NT per adult. If you have time you should definitely stop by
and visit this zoo, if not for anything else but to see popular animals
including Formosan black bear,, African elephants, Bengal tigers,
Siberian tigers, mini horses, African lions, and orangutans...(read more) You can book discount tickets to the Shoushan Zoo on KKday here. Formosa Boulevard Station Dome of Light 美麗島站光之穹頂  Formosa
Boulevard Station has been named the second most beautiful MRT station
in the world. It includes the largest glass piece of artwork in the
world, which covers the roof and pillars in the central part of the
station. Did I mention it's an MRT station? Yeah. Some people like to
take selfies here...(read more) Zuoying Old City of Fengshan 左營鳳山舊城  The
Old City of Fengshan in Zuoying is the oldest walled city on the island
of Taiwan. It has survived rebellions, raids, and changes of power, and
now stands as a well preserved monument to the past, from when the Qing
Dynasty ruled western Taiwan. It is definitley worth a visit on your
trip to Kaohsiung...(read more) Historic Fengshan New City 鳳山縣新城  Fengshan
County New City in Fengshan District of Kaohsiung is not new, but it
was the new rebuilt city after the old city of Fengshan in Zuoying was
destroyed in a rebellion. It now stands as a monument to the past with
only one surviving city gate and three batteries, from when the Qing
Dynasty ruled western Taiwan. The old city sits in a pedestrian shopping
area and is a nice place for a stroll. It is definitely worth a visit
on your trip to Kaohsiung...(read more) Looking for scooter rental in Kaohsiung? Click here or here to search for options. If you are looking for car rentals, you can also search here. Former British Consulate at Takao 打狗英國領事館  The
former British Consulate at Takou in Kaohsiung is over 150 years
old, spanning a long and complex history in Taiwan. Originally built by
the British, it was taken by Japan, then used as a weather observatory
by the ROC, and in 2003 it was converted into a museum. Now it is a
popular tourist destination, with great views of Kaohsiung Harbor and
Xiziwan....(read more) You can book discount tickets to the British Consulate on Klook here or on KKday here. Zuoying Confucious Temple 高雄左營孔子廟  The
Zuoying Confucius Temple (aka Kaohsiung Zuoying
Confucius Temple) is a large Confucius Temple in Taiwan. It
sits near the beautiful Lotus Pond, and is surrounded by countless other
temples in the area. Today it is an important place for Confucian
learning and a popular tourist attraction in Kaohsiung City. ..(read more) Kaohsiung Qishan Confucius Temple 高雄旗山孔子廟  The
Kaohsiung Confucius Temple (aka Qishan Confucius Temple) is
the largest Confucius Temple in Taiwan. It was built over the
former Qishan Shinto Shrine. Today it is an important place for
Confucian learning and a popular tourist attraction in former Kaohsiung
County. ...(read more) Old Fengshan City Confucius Temple Chongsheng Shrine 鳳山舊城孔子廟崇聖  The
Old Fengshan City Confucius Temple Chongsheng Shrine in Zuoying,
Kaohisung dates back to the 17th centruy and is the second oldest
Confucious Temple in Taiwan. The temple has survived typhoons, revolts,
and allied air raids. Now only a part of it sits in the middle of an
elementary school yard....(read more) Book tickets via the normal train (TRA) on Klook here. Gaoping Old Iron Bridge 高屏舊鐵橋  The
Gaoping Old Iron Bridge (aka Lower Tamsui River Iron Bridge 下淡水溪鐵橋) is a
disused railway bridge across the Gaoping River, formerly connecting
Kaohsiung to Pingtung. The bridge was retired in 1987 in favor of a new
electrified bridge, and the center section of the bridge was washed away
during Typhoon Haitang in 2005. At the time of construction, it was the
longest bridge in Asia and the first overland pathway created between
Kaohsiung and Pintung. Originally planned to be torn down, it was saved
by concerned residents on both sides of the river and now stands as a
monument to the past...(read more) Jingyuan - Airport Café and Recreational Farm 淨園農場及機場咖啡廳  Jingyuan
(aka Jing-Yuan Leisure Farm or Air Coffee) is a unique Taiwanese style
holiday destination. It claims to have the only open air restaurant in
Taiwan that literally borders an airstrip, so you can sip coffee and
watch large commercial airplanes take off and land right next to you.
Also there is a zoo with hippos, lions, llamas, and other animals. In
addition there is a large playground, mini train, campground, and
multiple restaurants on the grounds. ...(read more) Looking for a hotel? Find out where to stay in our Taiwan hotels guide or search for the best hotel deals in Taiwan here. Dream Mall 夢時代
Kaohsiung's
Dream Mall in Qianzhen District of Kaohsiung is the largest shopping
mall in Taiwan. In addition to the most space of any mall in Taiwan, it
also has a theme park on its roof, with a Ferris wheel. It is accessible
from Kaisyuan MRT station. Eda World 義大世界
Eda
World was the first outlet mall created in Taiwan. It also features an
amusement park with roller coasters, a Ferris wheel, cinemas, an ice
rink. and a golf course. It is a fun day trip and there are a few resort
hotels nearby. You can book discount E-DA theme world tickets on Klook here or on KKday here.  Qiaotou Old Street (aka Xiaodianzai Street 小店仔街) is
a historical street in Qiaotou District of Kaohsiung City. Originally a
major industrial hub for sugar cane, now it is a quiet agricultural
town in rural Kaohsiung in the shadow of the nearby Qiaotou Sugar
Factory. It is not a super touristy old street, but has some well
preserved historical buildings nearby...(read more) Fengshan Reservior 鳳山水庫  Fengshan
Reservoir in Kaohsiung lies on the top of Fengshan Mountain in Xiaogang
District of Kaohsiung, and is a nice area to relax and enjoy views of
the surrounding area...(read more) Gangshan Skywalk 岡山之眼  Gangshan's
Skywalk Bridge (aka Xiaogangshan Skywalk Park) is a tourist attraction
in Gangshan District of Kaohsiung, which features great views of
Agongdian Reservoir and norther Kaohsiung City. The bridge is
in the shape of a violin, and there is constant music playing here. If
you visit Kaohsiung, this place should definitely be on your list...(read more) Kaohsiung Metropolitan Park 高雄都會公園  Kaohsiung
Metropolitan Park in Nanzi District is my favorite city park in Taiwan.
It features long green grass hills, lots of sidewalks and places to
rest, and because it sits on a hill it has great views of the
surrounding area, and of the sunrise and sunset. It's a great place to
exercise and relax if you are in the area...(read more). Looking for scooter rental in Kaohsiung? Click here or here to search for options. If you are looking for car rentals, you can also search here. Best View of Kaohsiung: Dongzhaoshan 高雄最好的風景：東照山  Where
is the best view of the third biggest city in Taiwan? Some may say it
is the 85, or Shoushan, but actually I think that the best view can be
found at Dongzhaoshan Coffee in Dashu District...(read more) Places we missed:
You can find more tours and activities in Kaohsiung on Klook here or KKday here. Thanks for reading and be sure to visit Kaohsiung soon. For more places to visit, check out our full travel guide to Taiwan here. 0 Comments Your comment will be posted after it is approved. Leave a Reply. | Author 作家I
am an American expat who has extensive experience living, working, and
traveling in Taiwan. In my day, I had to learn many things about Taiwan
the hard way. But I have come to learn that Taiwan is one of the best
places in the world for Foreigners to live. This blog
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