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.
Kaohsiung Arena
Catch an event at Kaohsiung Arena during your trip to 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.
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
Alishan Join-in Day Tour from Kaohsiung (Incl. Park Entrance)
Kaohsiung Cultural Day: TourMoon World, Hakka Lei Cha DIY, Pier-2
Classic Kaohsiung Day Tour: Fo Guang Shan x Lotus Pond x Pier-2
Top hotels in Alian District
Lakeshore Hotel Tainan
Overall, the stay was fine, but not great. We had two rooms, one for us + kids, the other for sister in law. No major issues with our room but sister in law's room toilet leaked - that's why overall 3 stars. Pros: Great location Nice, spacious rooms (notwithstanding leaky toilet) Price/value was ...
Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026
Shangri-La Far Eastern Tainan
1.The room was spacious, comfortable, and clean. However, the sofa bed was not very comfortable to sleep on. 2.The lounge happy hour service was excellent, with staff assisting in preparing delicious cocktails. Unfortunately, the hot food selection was somewhat lacking and could be improved. 3.The ...
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
Chateau de Chine Hotel Kaohsiung
Room is clean and spacious. The location of the hotel is very good, there are many restaurants in the area and close to metro station. Museum of History is only 300 meters away. Staff are very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026
Grand Hi Lai Hotel
The hotel wasn't terrible. There is a huge language barrier as not a lot of their staff speak english which caused huge problems booking, with the restaurants in the hotel and a general understanding however i will say thst the staff that did speak english were amazing. I just found it strange they ...
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026
Kaohsiung Marriott Hotel
Great breakfast and condition, gym should be 24 hourse
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
Silks Place Tainan
Parking is safe and easy. Hotel staffs are nice and friendly, but the only thing needs to be adjusted will be tissue i the room. There’s no tissue placed for people staying in the room.
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alian District
Luzhu District
While Luzhu District isn't home to many top sights, Singda Harbor and Lovers Wharf are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Qiaotou District
Check out the museums while you're in Qiaotou District. Hop on the metro at Ciaotou Sugar Refinery Station and Cingpu Station to see top sights like Taiwan Sugar Museum and Jiujiawei.
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.
