Gushan District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Gushan District
Popular places to visit
National Sun Yat-sen University
Enjoy the student vibe at National Sun Yat-sen University during your stay in Kaohsiung. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts during your trip to Kaohsiung. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Former British Consulate at Takao
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Former British Consulate at Takao during your travels in Kaohsiung. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Takao Railway Museum
The last train left the city’s oldest train station in 2008. Now, it is a museum devoted to telling the story of rail travel in Taiwan.
Caishan Natural Park
Spend hours hiking up this scenic mountain along a network of trails. Then enjoy the views and hot tea when you reach its peak.
Shoushan National Park
Explore the great outdoors at Shoushan National Park, a lovely green space in Kaohsiung. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Activities
Kaohsiung Departure - Alishan National Park Day Tour
Kaohsiung Departure - Chiayi Te Fu Ye Historical Walking Trail
Private Tour Shore Excursion in Kaohsiung City
Our pick of the best Gushan District Hotel Deals
Kaohsiung Marriott Hotel
There was no hot water for showers on 3/16/2026 in room 5018.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Royal Group Hotel Minghua Branch
Location very convenience
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Hotel R14
This is my go-to hotel where I treated as my home in Kaohsiung. Helpful staff, super convenient location (walk-to-everywhere), environment friendly amenities and minimalist yet artistic interior decor. Enjoy my stay every time and will definitely come back.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Park Lees Hotel
Very reasonable hotel , very clean. Very close to the night market
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
H2O Hotel
Guide Education Culture Hotel Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts
Very disgusting smell in bathroom
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gushan District
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
