Travel guide

Kaohsiung

Taiwan's sunny harbour city

🗓️ Best time: October–April💰 Budget · ~$65/day📍 Taiwan

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About Kaohsiung

A relaxed southern port city of a revitalised harbour, colourful dragon-and-tiger temples, one of the world's most beautiful metro stations, and superb night markets.

⭐ Things to do in Kaohsiung

Lotus Pond dragon & tiger pagodasPier-2 Art CenterDome of Light metro stationCijin Island ferryLiuhe Night MarketFo Guang Shan Buddha MuseumCijin black-sand beachWeiwuying arts centre

🍽️ What to eat in Kaohsiung

Signature local dishes worth seeking out.

Danzai noodlesMilkfish belly soupNight-market seafoodBubble tea

✈️ Know before you go

🚕 Getting around

Metro, light rail, and harbour ferries; bike-friendly.

💡 Local tip

Ferry to Cijin Island for a seafood lunch and a walk along the black-sand beach.