Visit Qiaotou District
Popular places to visit
Pier-2 Art Center
Peruse fascinating works to learn about Taiwan’s edgy art scene in the dystopian setting of abandoned warehouses by the sea.
Liuhe Night Market
Get a sense of the tastes, sounds and smells of Taiwan in this buzzing night market full of stalls selling local delicacies.
E-DA Themepark
Bring the children to E-DA Themepark and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Kaohsiung. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Central Park
Watch the exceptional water dances that take place several times a day at Water Square in the center of this green park.
Love River
Walk along the banks of Kaohsiung’s cultural core, where you will find a night market, a harbor and scenic parks.
Fo Guang Shan Buddha Memorial Center
You can find out about the history of Kaohsiung with a trip to Fo Guang Shan Buddha Memorial Center. You can enjoy the cafes while in the area.
Things to do
Top hotels in Qiaotou District
Lakeshore Hotel Tainan
Good meal
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Shangri-La Far Eastern Tainan
At the first glance, u might think the hotel is old and thus might have doubts booking this hotel. But trust me, the location of the hotel is great. The interior of the room is great. Highly recommend
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Grand Hi Lai Hotel
good hotel
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
U.I.J Hotel & Hostel
Quirky cool place with super staff, lovely lounge coffee area with outside terrace, and great location.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
HOTEL COZZI Zhongshan Kaohsiung
Great location, nice rooms and great breakfast spread.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Kaohsiung Marriott Hotel
Room was very large and spacious for a 2 double bed room. Bathroom had an open window to the bedroom but you can put the shade down for privacy. The breakfast buffet had alot of choices including bacon and scrambled eggs and french toast for the american preferences. I choose the chinese congee with ...
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Qiaotou District
Nanzi
Check out the monuments while you're in Nanzi. Hop on the metro at Nanzih Technology Industrial Park Station and Houjing Station to see top sights like Jiujiawei and Mount Banping.
Gangshan District
While in Gangshan District, you'll enjoy the theatres. Catch the metro at Kaohsiung Medical University Gangshan Hospital Station to see top sights like Shadowgragh Museum while you're in the area.
Zuoying District
Get to know Zuoying District and its many features like its mountain views and restaurants. You might want to explore sights like Dragon Tiger Tower and Lotus Pond, and you can jump on the metro at Ecological District Station or Zuoying High Speed Rail Station to get around the city.
Renwu District
If you're spending some time in Renwu District, Chengcing Lake Scenic Area and Guanyin Mountain are top sights worth seeing.
Sanmin
Well liked for its museums and art galleries, Sanmin is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like National Science and Technology Museum and Love River, and jump on the metro at Houyi Station to get around the city.
Luzhu District
While there might not be top attractions in Luzhu District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Singda Harbor and Lovers Wharf.
