Alian District Travel Guide
Kaohsiung
Visit Alian 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 the children 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.
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.
Dream Mall
During your trip to Kaohsiung, you can do some window-shopping at Dream Mall. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the art scene in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Top hotels in Alian District
Lakeshore Hotel Tainan
Great room and comfort. Breakfast was world class.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Shangri-La Far Eastern Tainan
We had a very comfortable stay at the Shangri-La. The room was really spacious, and we had a terrific view. The front desk and concierge staff were very gracious and helpful. Also, we had New Year’s Eve dinner at the hotel’s Shanghai Pavilion at the top of the hotel. Our waiter (who I think is the ...
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
U.I.J Hotel & Hostel
Wonderful experience. Clean and comfort room. Bonus point: The hotel offered paid guided walking tour visiting local artisans. Really enjoyed visiting and chatting with the artisans with many being the 3rd or 4th generation running the business. They also offer paid class on how to make a local traditional ...
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
HOTEL COZZI Zhongshan Kaohsiung
Breakfast was good. Great location.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Grand Hi Lai Hotel
Everything from staff, facilities, food, cleanliness, location 5* wonderful
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
FX Hotel Tainan MinSheng Road Branch
It’s a newer hotel with sizable room. Staffs speak English and courteous.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alian District
Luzhu District
While there might not be top attractions in Luzhu District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Singda Harbor and Lovers Wharf.
Gangshan District
While in Gangshan District, you'll enjoy the theatres. Catch the metro at Kaohsiung Medical University Gangshan Hospital Station to see top sights like Shadowgragh Museum while you're in the area.
Yanchao District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Yanchao District and surrounding area, you can visit 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.
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.
