Sanmin Travel Guide
Kaohsiung
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Creole Queen Historic Battlefield Cruise
Top hotels in Sanmin
Airline Inn - Kaohsiung Station
Nice hotel with excellent staff and service as well as breakfast. The only downside was the area was not as clean as other areas in Kaohsiung.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Hotel Midtown Richardson Kaohsiung Boai
Staff are friendly and spacious room , the only mishap is the bathroom and shower is separated . Overall is very nice . 45 mins away from airport so kudos
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Kindness Hotel - Kaohsiung Main Station
Friendly staff, breakfast buffet was pretty good, conveniently located next to station
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Kindness Hotel Juemin
This is our third time staying at this hotel and the first time we stayed with a child. They were very accommodating with provided a crib and bathtub for our baby. There is even a UV drying rack for bottles downstairs. We also find the laundry very helpful and easy to use.
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025
Delton Hotel
Pros: 1.Location is quite near MRT station (5 mins walk from hotel) 2. 12 mins walk to liuhe night market and Houyi shopping area 3. Hotel is clean 4. Price includes breakfast which is simple as there is limited dinning area near the hotel Cons: 1. Not much dinning options near hotel
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Kindness Hotel Houyi Jiuru
Super friendly and accomodating staff. Less than 10 min walk fom Kaoshsiung station. Breakfast buffet is extensive. Food is prepared with fresh ingridients but the taste could be little improved. You can have free ice cream, coffe & tea, and cereal all day long. Free to use laundry machine & drier ...
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sanmin
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.
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.
Lingya District
Noted for its shopping and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Lingya District. Top attractions like Kaohsiung Cultural Center and Glory Pier are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Wukuaicuo Station or Lingya Sports Park Station to see more of the city.
Cianjin District
Shopping and coffee shops are highlights of Cianjin District. Make a stop by Liuhe Night Market or Central Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Cianjin Station to get around town.
Gushan District
Gushan District is a destination travellers like for its shopping, and you might hop aboard the metro at TRA Museum of Fine Arts Station Station or Hamasen Station to explore sights like Shou Shan Zoo.
Yancheng District
Noted for its art galleries and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Yancheng District. Top attractions like Pier-2 Art Center and Love River are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Yanchengpu Station or Penglai Pier-2 Station to see more of the city.
