Sanmin Travel Guide
Kaohsiung
Popular places to visit
Kaohsiung Medical University
Explore the campus of Kaohsiung Medical University as part of your travels around Kaohsiung. While in this culturally rich area, find time to visit its shops.
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.
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
Kaohsiung Cultural Day: TourMoon World, Hakka Lei Cha DIY, Pier-2
Top hotels in Sanmin
Airline Inn - Kaohsiung Station
Very good
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Hotel Midtown Richardson Kaohsiung Boai
Very small rooms. Gets very noisy from adjacent rooms. AC doesn’t work as expected. Breakfast is strictly okay.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Kindness Hotel - Kaohsiung Main Station
Nice hotel
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Hotel King's Town
I was concerned as a reviewer commented on the room not matching the pictures, which I find true so far in the Asian countries I’ve been to and feared this would be the same. While the room did not match the picture, it wasn’t a bad room and overall I had a good experience with this hotel. It was ...
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Kindness Hotel Juemin
The only thing I would complain about was the mosquito issue during our stay. Otherwise, it was an excellent place to stay—the breakfast and supper were great, the staff provided outstanding service, and the hotel even offered free laundry facilities, including washers and dryers.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Watermark Hotel Kaohsiung Station
The location was flawless- right next to the train station. The breakfast was really good.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sanmin
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.
Lingya District
Noted for its shopping and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Lingya District. Top attractions like Kaohsiung Cultural Center and TESL Kaohsiung eSports Arena 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 Central Park or Liuhe Night Market 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 Kaohsiung Fisherman's Wharf.
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 Kaohsiung Music Center are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Yanchengpu Station or Penglai Pier-2 Station to see more of the city.
