Gangshan District
Kaohsiung
Visit Gangshan 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Classic Kaohsiung Day Tour: Fo Guang Shan x Lotus Pond x Pier-2
Kaohsiung: Private Walking Tour with a Local
Top hotels in Gangshan District
Lakeshore Hotel Tainan
The hotel condition was excellent. However the pool arrangements were bossy so we did not use it. My colleague used the sauna.
Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026
Shangri-La Far Eastern Tainan
This is an excellent hotel. Helpful staff, very comfortable rooms, great views, good location and good room service meals.
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026
Chateau de Chine Hotel Kaohsiung
Excellent
Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026
Kaohsiung Marriott Hotel
Room and food quality are good. However it’s quite unpleasant being refused to use the Gym for my 13 year old son. My son is already taller and stronger than me. It’s a ridiculous policy and I won’t visit again.
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
Grand Hi Lai Hotel
Amazing!
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026
City Suites - Kaohsiung Chenai
The room is clean, large, and very comfortable. The breakfast is terrific, great variety and high quality food and drinks. I would stay here next time when I come to Kaohsiung.
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gangshan District
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.
Luzhu District
While Luzhu District isn't home to many top sights, Singda Harbor and Lovers Wharf 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.
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.
Dashu District
Dashu District is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like E-DA Themepark and Fo Guang Shan Buddha Memorial Center.
