Kaohsiung: Latest 2025 Travel Guide

🏙 Kaohsiung Travel Guide

📍 Must-visit tourist hotspots (selected)

1. Xizi Bay & Shaochuantou Park

   • One of the best places to watch the sunset, the sea and sky are one color, super romantic.
   • Editor’s tip: Go during sunset and take a stroll and take photos at the nearby Hama Star.

2. Cijin

   • The island, accessible by ferry, offers beaches, lighthouses, old streets and fresh seafood.
   • Editor’s tip: Renting a bicycle to tour the island is super comfortable, and the seafood is cooked to order.

3. Pier-2 Art Center

   • The cultural and creative park, transformed from an old warehouse, is filled with painted walls, installation art and exhibitions.
   • Editor’s tip: There are markets on holidays, perfect for hipsters to take photos and check in.

4. Lotus Pond

   • There are distinctive temple buildings such as the Dragon and Tiger Pagoda and the Spring and Autumn Pavilion, which are suitable for taking photos and cycling.

5. Love River

   • Kaohsiung's romantic riverbank, with lights and boat tours at night, is a great choice for couples' dates.

6. Fo Guang Shan Buddha Memorial Center

   • The majestic and magnificent Buddhist Cultural Park is free to visit.
   • Editor's Tip: The park is huge, so remember to wear comfortable shoes.

7. Formosa Boulevard MRT Station

   • One of the most beautiful MRT stations in the world, the "Dome of Light" stained glass is super spectacular.

🍜 Must-try food in Kaohsiung

1. Seafood (Cijin & Gushan Districts)

   • Fresh catches can be cooked directly, whether steamed, three-cup or grilled.

2. Duck Rice

   • A representative snack of Kaohsiung, the meat is tender and sweet, and it is even better with braised food.

3. Papaya milk

   • It is fragrant and smooth, and there are famous shops at Liuhe Night Market and Ruifeng Night Market.

4. rice cake

   • Glutinous rice with braised pork, peanuts and shallots is fragrant.

5. Sailfish Black Reel

   • Fish paste dim sum that is crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside is a must-try at the night market.

6. Gua Bao

   • The soft and chewy bun skin is filled with braised meat, pickled vegetables and peanut powder, and the sweet and salty combination is extremely addictive.

🚇 Kaohsiung Transportation Tips

• MRT : The Red Line and Orange Line can reach most attractions, with fares starting from NT$20.
• Bus : Cheap but less frequent, so it is recommended to use it in conjunction with the MRT.
• Light Rail : runs along the harbor scenic spots, suitable for slow travel and taking photos.
• Ferry : The Gushan-Cijin route is super cheap (about NT$15 one-way) and offers a sea view.
• YouBike : Shared bicycles, suitable for short-distance urban tours.

📅 Editor's personal itinerary suggestion (3 days)

• Day 1 : Pier-2 Art Center → Love River Night View → Liuhe Night Market
• Day 2 : Gushan Ferry → Cijin (Seafood Lunch + Island Cycling) → Xizi Bay Sunset
• Day 3 : Fo Guang Shan Buddha Memorial Hall → Lotus Pond Dragon and Tiger Pagoda → Ruifeng Night Market