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Kaohsiung, Taiwan

Top things to do in Kaohsiung

15 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Love River
Park & nature3.9

Love River

1,134 reviews

A scenic waterway with riverside parks, bike paths, and evening cruises, known for its romantic ambiance.

Dream Mall
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What is the most visited attraction in Kaohsiung?

Love River draws the most traveler reviews of anywhere we track in Kaohsiung, with 1,134 of them, rated 3.9 out of 5. Review volume is the closest honest proxy we have for how many people actually turn up, so it is what this list is ranked by.

Which place in Kaohsiung do visitors rate highest?

National Science and Technology Museum holds the highest rating in Kaohsiung among places with a meaningful number of reviews, at 4.3 out of 5 from 175 reviews. It is less busy than Love River, which is often exactly why it scores better.

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Dream Mall

368 reviews

One of Taiwan's largest malls features an indoor roller coaster and a giant Ferris wheel for thrill-seekers.

85 Sky Tower
Landmark3.7

85 Sky Tower

260 reviews

85 Sky Tower is a 378-meter skyscraper with an observation deck offering panoramic views of Kaohsiung.

Central Park (Kaohsiung)
Park & nature4

Central Park (Kaohsiung)

189 reviews

An urban oasis with ponds, art installations, and shaded paths, perfect for a leisurely stroll in the city center.

National Science and Technology Museum
Museum4.3

National Science and Technology Museum

175 reviews

Interactive exhibits on science, technology, and industry make this Kaohsiung museum a hands-on learning destination.

Dragon and Tiger Pagodas
Religious site3.3

Dragon and Tiger Pagodas

44 reviews

Iconic temple pagodas at Lotus Pond where visitors walk through a dragon's mouth and out of a tiger's for good luck.

Lotus Pond, Kaohsiung
Park & nature3.3

Lotus Pond, Kaohsiung

44 reviews

A scenic lake ringed by temples, pagodas, and walking paths, blending religious sites with natural beauty.

Shoushan (Kaohsiung)
Park & nature3.3

Shoushan (Kaohsiung)

44 reviews

A nature reserve with hiking trails and wild Formosan rock macaques, offering panoramic views of Kaohsiung.

National Kaohsiung Center for the Arts
Entertainment4.3

National Kaohsiung Center for the Arts

40 reviews

Taiwan's largest performing arts center, featuring a stunning curved architecture and both indoor halls and outdoor amphitheaters.

Museum
Museum

Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts

A modern art museum set in a sprawling sculpture park, featuring rotating exhibitions of Taiwanese and international artists.

Landmark
Landmark

Formosa Boulevard metro station

Formosa Boulevard station is home to the Dome of Light, the world's largest glass work, a stunning public art installation.

Museum
Museum

Former British Consulate at Takao

A hilltop colonial villa offering panoramic harbor views and exhibits on Taiwan's treaty-port era.

Museum
Museum

Pier-2 Art Center

A vibrant art district in converted warehouses along Kaohsiung's harbor, featuring contemporary exhibitions, massive murals, and creative shops.

Market
Market

Liouhe Night Market

Liouhe Night Market is famous for its seafood, street food, and lively atmosphere in Kaohsiung.

Museum
Museum

Kaohsiung Museum of History

Housed in a former city hall, this museum traces Kaohsiung's transformation from fishing village to modern port city.