Lingya District Travel Guide
Kaohsiung
Visit Lingya District
Popular places to visit
85 Sky Tower
Gaze at the panoramic views of Love River, Lotus Pond and the rest of the city in this skyscraper that is home to large department stores and a hotel.
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.
Things to do
Private Tour Shore Excursion in Kaohsiung City
Top hotels in Lingya District
Just Sleep Kaohsiung Zhongzheng
The room is spacious and clean. Worth staying
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Han Hsien International Hotel
Yes
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hotel Sunshine
All staff are very nice :)
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Kindness Hotel Sanduo Shopping District
Great stay
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025
Kindness Hotel Glory Pier
Staff are friendly and helpful. Very nice surroundings. Good restaurants around.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
New Rise Hotel
Reasonable size room. No free parking available. Acceptable stay
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Lingya District
Sinsing District
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Sinsing District. If sightseeing is on the list, Dome of Light is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Sinyi Elementary School Station or Formosa Boulevard Station to see more of the area.
Kaohsiung City Centre
Travellers love Kaohsiung City Centre for its popular shops, and you can see more of Kaohsiung by jumping on the metro at Formosa Boulevard Station or Sinyi Elementary School Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Dome of Light and Liuhe Night Market.
Sanmin
Well liked for its museums and art galleries, Sanmin is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like National Science and Technology Museum and Love River, and jump on the metro at Houyi Station to get around the city.
Fengshan District
The museums and parks are just a few things visitors like about Fengshan District. National Kaohsiung Center for the Arts and Fongshan Cingnian Night Market are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Fongshan Station or Fongshan West Station to get around the larger area.
Cianjin District
Shopping and coffee shops are highlights of Cianjin District. Make a stop by Central Park or Liuhe Night Market while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Cianjin Station to get around town.
Cianjhen District
The museums and parks are just a few things visitors like about Cianjhen District. Dream Mall and Suzuka Circuit Park are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Kaisyuan Jhonghua Station or Cianjhen Star Station to get around the larger area.
