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.
Kaohsiung Cultural Center
Enjoy an outing to Kaohsiung Cultural Center during your stay in Kaohsiung. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
TESL Kaohsiung eSports Arena
Catch an event at TESL Kaohsiung eSports Arena during your trip to Kaohsiung. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Glory Pier
After visiting Glory Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kaohsiung. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Guanghua Night Market
During your trip to Kaohsiung, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Guanghua Night Market. Amble around this culturally rich area's waterfront or experience its art scene.
Holy Rosary Cathedral
Find out about the history of Kaohsiung with a stop at Holy Rosary Cathedral. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
Things to do
Alishan Join-in Day Tour from Kaohsiung (Incl. Park Entrance)
Kaohsiung Cultural Day: TourMoon World, Hakka Lei Cha DIY, Pier-2
Kaohsiung: Private Walking Tour with a Local
Kaohsiung Private Walking Tour with a Local
Top hotels in Lingya District
Just Sleep Kaohsiung Zhongzheng
Han Hsien International Hotel
Hotel Sunshine
"Friendly staff with excellent service, clean room and very good breakfast buffet..8-) The hotel has a laundry room which is a big plus. Nearby Kausiung Metro station is convenient, similar to the one in Taipei, but in a smaller scale."
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Kindness Hotel Glory Pier
Kindness Hotel Sanduo Shopping District
"Clean room, friendly and helpful staff, good breakfast. Had they let me check in earlier, it would’ve been perfect."
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
85 Cape Suites
"Great view. Nice owners"
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
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 Liuhe Night Market and Central Park.
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.
