Taiwan travel guide
What to see in Kaohsiung
The big city of the south, with Lotus Pond, dragon and tiger temples and art by the harbour.
Updated 18 October 2026 · How we make our guides
- 5 must-see places
- Best time: from March to June and from November to January
Kaohsiung highlights
The places you can’t miss. In the app we sort them by day and close to each other.
- Lotus Pond
The Dragon and Tiger Pagodas.
- Pier-2 Art Center
Art in former warehouses.
- Formosa Boulevard Station
The Dome of Light.
- Cijin Island
Seafood and a beach.
- Fo Guang Shan
A great Buddhist monastery.
Day trips from Kaohsiung
We take you straight to the best-rated tour on GetYourGuide, with its reviews and dates.
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When to travel to Kaohsiung
The months with the fewest warnings to travel to Kaohsiung are from March to June and from November to January. If you can, avoid October (golden week).
- Jan no warnings
- Feb with warnings
- Mar no warnings
- Apr no warnings
- May no warnings
- Jun no warnings
- Jul with warnings
- Aug with warnings
- Sep with warnings
- Oct with strong warnings
- Nov no warnings
- Dec no warnings
- February
Lunar New Year (approximate dates)
Millions of people travel at this time: trains and flights are full and expensive, and many shops and restaurants close for several days.
What to do: Book transport weeks in advance and expect closures for the first three days.
- from July to September
Typhoon season
In July, August and September typhoons can pass through: transport and outdoor attractions close for a day or two.
What to do: Leave a flexible day and check the local weather warnings.
- from July to September
Typhoons
From July to September typhoons can arrive and stop trains and flights for a couple of days.
What to do: October, November and spring are the best times.
- October
Golden Week
From 1 to 7 October the whole of China travels: the Great Wall, the Forbidden City and the trains are packed.
What to do: If you can, move your trip by a week; if not, book tickets in advance and visit first thing in the morning.
Where and what to eat
To eat like a local: a night market. The dishes you can’t miss are in the Taiwan guide.
Frequently asked questions about Kaohsiung
What to see in Kaohsiung?
Lotus Pond, Pier-2 Art Center, Formosa Boulevard Station, Cijin Island and Fo Guang Shan.
What to see in Kaohsiung in one day?
Don’t miss Lotus Pond, Pier-2 Art Center, Formosa Boulevard Station, Cijin Island and Fo Guang Shan. To split it into days and areas without crossing the city back and forth, the Bagintravel app plans your trip in a minute.
What’s the best time to travel to Kaohsiung?
The months with the fewest warnings to travel to Kaohsiung are from March to June and from November to January. If you can, avoid October (golden week).
What day trips can you take from Kaohsiung?
Kaohsiung.
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Guide reviewed 18 October 2026. Places, areas and seasons: the same data the Bagintravel app uses. Sources and method.