Yanchao District Travel Guide
Kaohsiung
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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.
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 cafes while in the area.
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 Yanchao District
Lakeshore Hotel Tainan
Great room and comfort. Breakfast was world class.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Shangri-La Far Eastern Tainan
It’s a bit disappointing been a five star hotel. The only thing is it’s close to the train station but the pool, service and room are not as good as other 5 star hotels
Reviewed on 17 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
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Other neighbourhoods around Yanchao District
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.
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 there might not be top attractions in Luzhu District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Singda Harbor and Lovers Wharf.
Zuoying District
Get to know Zuoying District and its many features like its mountain views and restaurants. You might want to explore sights like Dragon Tiger Tower and Lotus Pond, and you can jump on the metro at Ecological District Station or Zuoying High Speed Rail Station to get around the city.
