Alian District
Kaohsiung
Visit Alian 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 your family 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.
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 coffeehouses while in the area.
Dream Mall
During your trip to Kaohsiung, you can enjoy retail therapy at Dream Mall. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the art scene in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Kaohsiung: Private Walking Tour with a Local
Top hotels in Alian District
Lakeshore Hotel Tainan
Clean room, helpful staff, great location. would recommend and would stay again
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
Shangri-La Far Eastern Tainan
I couldn't find the room service menu in my room.
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Grand Hi Lai Hotel
Everything from staff, facilities, food, cleanliness, location 5* wonderful
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026
U.I.J Hotel & Hostel
Decor is nice and modern. The only thing I would change is the bathroom glass. One can se
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
HOTEL COZZI Zhongshan Kaohsiung
Breakfast was good. Great location.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Just Sleep Kaohsiung Zhongzheng
The room is spacious and clean. Worth staying
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alian District
Gangshan District
While in Gangshan District, you'll enjoy the theaters. Catch the metro at Kaohsiung Medical University Gangshan Hospital Station to see top sights like Shadowgragh Museum while you're in the area.
Yanchao District
While Yanchao District isn't home to many top sights, E-DA Themepark and E-DA Outlet Mall are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Renwu District
If you're spending some time in Renwu District, Chengcing Lake Scenic Area and Guanyin Mountain are top sights worth seeing.
Dashu District
Dashu District is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like E-DA Themepark and E-DA Outlet Mall.
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.
