Qiaotou District
Kaohsiung
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.
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.
Central Park
Watch the exceptional water dances that take place several times a day at Water Square in the center of this green park.
Things to do
Top hotels in Qiaotou District
Lakeshore Hotel Tainan
Beakfast was the best I ever have had, huge, but mostly for asian people but I (european) could find a lot to eat. I travel alone so the size of the room was ok I had a dubble bed, perhaps for 2 persons it is too small. I like that tre room had a balcony. The pool is big. The lobby is beatiful. No ...
Reviewed on 26 Mar, 2026
Shangri-La Far Eastern Tainan
Good size room and beds.
Reviewed on 29 Mar, 2026
Grand Hi Lai Hotel
Great!
Reviewed on 27 Mar, 2026
City Suites - Kaohsiung Chenai
great breakfast.
Reviewed on 28 Mar, 2026
Kaohsiung Marriott Hotel
There was no hot water for showers on 3/16/2026 in room 5018.
Reviewed on 17 Mar, 2026
Chateau de Chine Hotel Kaohsiung
The location is excellent and it’s very easy to take public transportation to other places. The staff are very nice and courteous, which made the stay pleasant. The room was clean, although it was smaller than expected. One nice bonus was the VIP lounge access before check-in, which was a great place ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar, 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.