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.
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.
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.
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
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
Kaohsiung Private Tour - Discover Local Hidden Gems
Kaohsiung: Private Walking Tour with a Local
Top hotels in Lingya District
Just Sleep Kaohsiung Zhongzheng
Han Hsien International Hotel
Hotel Sunshine
"Friendly staff with excellent service, clean room and very good breakfast buffet..8-) The hotel has a laundry room which is a big plus. Nearby Kausiung Metro station is convenient, similar to the one in Taipei, but in a smaller scale."
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
Kindness Hotel Glory Pier
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
Kindness Hotel Sanduo Shopping District
"Clean room, friendly and helpful staff, good breakfast. Had they let me check in earlier, it would’ve been perfect."
Reviewed on Apr 25, 2026
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 SKM 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.
