Lingya District
Kaohsiung
Visit Lingya District
Popular places to visit
85 Sky Tower
Gaze at the panoramic views of Love River, Lotus Pond and the rest of the city in this skyscraper that is home to large department stores and a hotel.
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.
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
Classic Kaohsiung Day Tour: Fo Guang Shan x Lotus Pond x Pier-2
Kaohsiung: Private Walking Tour with a Local
Private Tour Tainan Ancient Capital and Wushantou Reservoir
Private Tour Alishan Culture and Ecology from Kaohsiung
Kaohsiung Cultural Day: TourMoon World, Hakka Lei Cha DIY, Pier-2
Top hotels in Lingya District
Han Hsien International Hotel
Just Sleep Kaohsiung Zhongzheng
Hotel Sunshine
Not applicable
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Kindness Hotel Sanduo Shopping District
85 Cape Suites
Great view. Nice owners
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026
New Rise Hotel
The rooms are old and dusty. Rusted toilet basin, rusted fridge, dusty bed sheets and dusty floor. If you have allergies, would be better to avoid.
Reviewed on Sep 20, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Lingya District
Sinsing District
Spend some time visiting places like Dome of Light while getting to know Sinsing District, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Sinyi Elementary School Station or Formosa Boulevard Station to see more of the area.
Kaohsiung City Centre
Enjoy the popular shops in Kaohsiung City Centre. Liuhe Night Market is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Formosa Boulevard Station or Sinyi Elementary School Station to see more of Kaohsiung.
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.
Fengshan District
The museums and parks are just a few things visitors like about Fengshan District. National Kaohsiung Center for the Arts and Fongshan Cingnian Night Market are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Fongshan Station or Fongshan West Station to get around the larger area.
Cianjin District
Shopping and coffeehouses are highlights of Cianjin District. Make a stop by Central Park or Liuhe Night Market while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Cianjin Station to get around town.
Cianjhen District
The museums and parks are just a few things visitors like about Cianjhen District. Dream Mall and Suzuka Circuit Park are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Kaisyuan Jhonghua Station or Cianjhen Star Station to get around the larger area.
