Jiaxian District Travel Guide
Kaohsiung
Visit Jiaxian 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.
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.
Love River
Walk along the banks of Kaohsiung’s cultural core, where you will find a night market, a harbor and scenic parks.
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.
Things to do
Tainan Romantic Escape: Qipao Experience & Love Match Ceremony
Kaohsiung Cultural Day: TourMoon World, Hakka Lei Cha DIY, Pier-2
Alishan Join-in Day Tour from Kaohsiung (Incl. Park Entrance)
Kaohsiung: Private Walking Tour with a Local
Kaohsiung Private Tour - Discover Local Hidden Gems
Tainan Romantic Escape: Qipao Experience & Love Match Ceremony
Top hotels in Jiaxian District
Seeking - Alishan Sunrise
"This property feels more like a youth hostel than a proper hotel. The house is clean, the staff is friendly and helpful, and the breakfast buffet offers a nice variety of Taiwanese dishes. However, arriving by public transport means a steep uphill hike. Rooms are bare-bones: just a floor mattress ..."
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Hotel Indigo Alishan by IHG
"The hotel was spotlessly, clean, the pool and hot tub on the rooftop were wonderful, particularly when you watch the sunrise. The rooftop bartender was engaging and entertaining, very fun. The staff at check-in and check out efficient, kind, and delightful."
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Applause In The Mountain
"There were some ants in the room, but other than that, everything was wonderful"
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Tea Cloud Guest House
Hotel Cham Cham
"Perfect for family"
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Sky of the Elephant at the Gap
Other neighbourhoods around Jiaxian District
Liugui District
While visiting Liugui District, you might make a stop by sights like Zhutou Shan and Gangzi Shan.
Maolin
While visiting Maolin, you might make a stop by sights like Maolin Butterfly Trail and Purple Butterfly Valley.
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.
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.
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.
