Xiaogang Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
Central Park
Watch the exceptional water dances that take place several times a day at Water Square in the center of this green park.
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.
Activities
Kaohsiung Departure - Alishan National Park Day Tour
Our pick of the best Xiaogang Hotel Deals
Kaohsiung International Plaza
Good room, great for the money, super close to the airport and good staff. Would recommend. It’s not close to the center though so if we needed to explore the city more, this is a bit out of the way. We needed to be close to the airport so this was perfect
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
O House Hotel
A bit far from train station but the overall hotel environment is okay
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Chateau de Chine Hotel Kaohsiung
good
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Grand Hi Lai Hotel
Room was clean. Service was excellent. Nice hotel. The buffet breakfast was superb.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
HOTEL COZZI Zhongshan Kaohsiung
Room was spacious, breakfast was a good spread.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Kaohsiung Marriott Hotel
Beautiful hotel, very clean, friendly, and helpful staff. Highly recommended. Added benefit having E Sky Mall connected to hotel. Will be our first choice for all of our future stays when visiting Kaohsiung.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Xiaogang
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.
Fengshan District
The museums and parks are just a few things visitors like about Fengshan District. National Kaohsiung Center for the Arts and Weiwuying Metropolitan Park 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.
Lingya District
Noted for its shopping and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Lingya District. Top attractions like Kaohsiung Cultural Center and Weiwuying Metropolitan Park are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Wukuaicuo Station or Lingya Sports Park Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
