Shanlin District
Kaohsiung
Visit Shanlin 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.
Love River
Walk along the banks of Kaohsiung’s cultural core, where you will find a night market, a harbor and scenic parks.
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.
Things to do
Top hotels in Shanlin District
Shangri-La Far Eastern Tainan
At the first glance, u might think the hotel is old and thus might have doubts booking this hotel. But trust me, the location of the hotel is great. The interior of the room is great. Highly recommend
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
E-Da Royal Hotel
Great place to relax, the room is spacious, clean, and quiet. My kids love their pool.
Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025
CHECK inn Select Tainan YongKang
Beautiful interior design; close to the National Museum of Taiwan history; restaurants within walking distance; helpful and efficient staff.
Reviewed on Nov 25, 2025
Evergreen Plaza Hotel Tainan
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Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
The Place Tainan
Excellent service from staff. Everything’s perfect except that the wifi signal is a bit weak :)
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
Just Sleep Tainan Hushan
Fabulous
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Shanlin District
Liugui District
While visiting Liugui District, you might make a stop by sights like Zhutou Shan and Gangzi Shan.
Bolai
Check out nearby sights like Sishe Shan while you're spending some time in Bolai and the surrounding area.
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.
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.
Luzhu District
While Luzhu District isn't home to many top sights, Singda Harbor and Lovers Wharf are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
