Yanchao District
Kaohsiung
Visit Yanchao 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.
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.
Love River
Walk along the banks of Kaohsiung’s cultural core, where you will find a night market, a harbor and scenic parks.
Things to do
Top hotels in Yanchao District
Lakeshore Hotel Tainan
Beautiful hotel and so close to everything.
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Shangri-La Far Eastern Tainan
I couldn't find the room service menu in my room.
Reviewed on Jan 6, 2026
Grand Hi Lai Hotel
Service is great! View is great But the room is a bit small. Other than that, everything is great.
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
U.I.J Hotel & Hostel
Decor is nice and modern. The only thing I would change is the bathroom glass. One can se
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Kaohsiung Marriott Hotel
Excellent property. Member's Lounge and B9 breakfast buffet were excellent. Attached to a mall with lots of food options as well.
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
HOTEL COZZI Zhongshan Kaohsiung
Clean room, full amenities, the staff service is impressive by locating our missing jacket and sent to our next hotel in Taipei. Really appreciated
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Yanchao District
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.
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.
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.
Luzhu District
While Luzhu District isn't home to many top sights, Singda Harbor and Lovers Wharf are some notable places to visit nearby.
