Kaohsiung

Kaohsiung is one of the biggest and busiest areas of Taiwan, and a hub of the island’s economy. Built around the port, the city is fast becoming a shopping and dining destination to rival Taipei. The skyscrapers in the city centre are reaching higher and higher and more and more people are discovering the historical and cultural gems in the area.

The main attraction in Kaohsiung is the Love River – also called the ‘Thames of Kaohsiung’. The river runs through the town for more than 12 km and there’s a number of great cafés, shopping areas and sightseeing spots along its banks. There’s a lot to do here, ranging from shopping and adventure outings to trying out the interesting cuisine.

What to see & do in Kaohsiung

Where & what to eat in Kaohsiung

Dining in Kaohsiung is an opportunity to enjoy both great local dishes and high-quality international offerings. Being a major trading port, it should be no surprise that so many national cuisines are represented around the city, including Italian, Greek, Mexican, Indian and plenty of others. The coastal location also makes the Kaohsiung dining scene a seafood-centric one. The shores of Cijin Island and the banks of the Love River are lined...

10 Best Real Local Food in Kaohsiung
Local dishes in Kaohsiung are generous, tasteful and fair in price, reflecting the generous and straightforward temperament of Kaohsiung's inhabitants. Milkfish congee (shi mu yu zhou) and fish ball soup (qi yu wan tang) are typical seafood snacks of Kaohsiung....
10 Best Restaurants in Kaohsiung
Many of the best restaurants in Kaohsiung are known for their large portions and varied menus. You can enjoy seasonal...
5 Best Restaurants in Kaohsiung
Kaohsiung is home to some of the best authentic Taiwanese restaurants, as well as a wealth of great international offerings....

Where to shop & what to buy in Kaohsiung

Kaohsiung’s shopping scene has a lot in common with Taipei’s, with both world-beating malls and interesting night markets to choose from. The choice of malls and departments stores, in particular, is very impressive. Dream Mall dominates the scene, not least because it’s among the largest malls in Asia, with so many facilities and attractions that it’s practically a small town in its own right. Taiwan is famous for its markets, and...

10 Best Places to Go Shopping in Kaohsiung
Kaohsiung offers many choices of shopping destinations. Various business districts are in fierce competition to attract consumers with distinctive features. There are several large shopping malls in Kaohsiung City where you can buy international brands, such as E-Da Outlet Mall...
5 Best Shopping in Kaohsiung
Shopping in Kaohsiung is nearly as varied and exciting as it can be in Taipei, with a great choice of malls and markets. As with anywhere in Taiwan, night markets are the stars of the show, with great bargains and...

Where to go & what to do at night in Kaohsiung

Nightlife in Kaohsiung is very nearly on the same level as that of Taipei, with similarly high-end lounge bars, a few lively clubs and cool live music spots. Some of the top spots even belong the brands which built their reputation in Taipei. With that reputation now extending into Kaohsiung, you can expect to find big-name DJs and bands bringing the evening to life from time to time. Of course, it’s...

5 Best Nightlife in Kaohsiung
Kaohsiung has a wide variety of pubs, discotheques, and nightclubs to offer to the fun loving and hardcore party-going visitor. But all of us know that the key to having a great time is to know where the party’s at,...
10 Best Nightlife Experiences in Kaohsiung
Kaohsiung is very beautiful at night, and there are plenty of things to do after dinner. If you'd like an evening stroll in beautiful surroundings, Central Park or Singuang Pier offers a view of the coastline in the starlight, along...

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Kaohsiung Information
Kaohsiung is one of the most important cities of Taiwan, with its 11 districts, a dense population and strategic location in southwest Taiwan. It became even more prominent after hosting 4,800 athletes from 105 countries attending the 2009 World Games. The city, sunny and beautiful throughout the day, comes alive at night with its innumerable food stalls and night markets. The...
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