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The British Consulate at Takow
No. 6 of Night Attractions in Taiwan

The British Consulate at Takow

5.6
4.6/5
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The British Consulate at Takow is located on the picturesque Sizihwan Bay with its seamless blend of sea and sky. The name "Takow" originated from the Chinese pronunciation of the indigenous term for bamboo groves, which were abundant in Kaohsiung. Later, the Japanese deemed the name "Takow" inelegant and changed it to "Kaohsiung," pronounced as "taka-o" in Japanese, which closely resembles the original name. The British Consulate at Takow is perched on the picturesque Sizihwan Bay, divided into two sections: the hilltop residence and the consulate building below. The hilltop residence showcases post-Renaissance Baroque architecture, distinguished by its red-brick facade, bamboo-shaped downspouts, stone carvings, and arched designs. The first floor features a cultural gift shop, an observation deck, and a courtyard. From the observation deck, visitors can enjoy uninterrupted views of the sunset. The second floor houses an exhibition room, where models, historical maps, and multimedia displays intertwine to immerse visitors in Kaohsiung's rich 100-year port history. Visit the consulate residence in the afternoon to early evening and savor the sunset moments by West Lake.Kaohsiung · 4.5 km from downtown
Suzuka Circuit Park
No. 1 of Family-friendly Attractions in Kaohsiung

Suzuka Circuit Park

5.3
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Suzuka Circuit Park is located at SKM Park Outlets Kaohsiung Caoya. The park features two main themes: Mini Suzuka Circuit and Circuit Park. The Mini Suzuka Circuit is an internationally-standard karting track, a 1:10 scale replica of Japan's Suzuka International Racing Course, recreating the famous curves of professional racing tracks. The amusement rides at Circuit Park embody the spirit of Japan's Suzuka, showcasing various vehicle-themed attractions. Additionally, thrilling rides imported from Europe and America offer even more exciting experiences. Mini Suzuka Circuit, a scaled-down replica of Japan's Suzuka Circuit, recreates the classic figure-eight crossover tunnel, letting you experience the thrill of racing on the track. The carousel, an exquisitely dreamy five-loop merry-go-round, offers delightful rides filled with childlike joy, transporting visitors of all ages to a laughter-filled wonderland! Free fall offers thrilling horizontal rotation and vertical movement, providing an exhilarating acceleration dive while allowing you to enjoy panoramic views of the park. Ferris wheel with open-air cabins offers panoramic views of the park while letting you enjoy gentle breezes during your ride. The Ding Ding Tram, a classic European-style light rail tram made of wood, takes you from the entrance of Caoya Road through the romantic and elegant European town attraction area, finally bringing you to the joyful and surprising amusement park! Drift racers, experience the thrill of drifting! Complete the course to earn your license and discover the excitement of driving and racing. Kookyra Driving School offers a fun family experience where parents and children can drive mini cars together. Navigate through specially designed routes with various traffic signs while learning road rules and driving etiquette. Complete the tasks to earn a driver's license based on your achievement level!Kaohsiung · 6.9 km from downtown
E-DA Theme Park
No. 14 of Family-friendly Attractions in Taiwan

E-DA Theme Park

5.1
4.6/5
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E-DA theme park will launch a spectacular new summer event, "Dinosaur adventure in Troy," starting July 15, 2026. Set in Taiwan's only Greek-themed amusement park, this event creates a prehistoric adventure across time and space. Giant animatronic dinosaurs will make a stunning appearance, with the 20-meter-wide triceratops family as one of the highlights, transporting visitors into a lifelike dinosaur world. During the event period, six interactive experiences will be launched simultaneously, including "Dino feeding show," "Little paleontologist," "Dino Ferris wheel," "Flight theater: Jurassic adventure," "Brachiosaurus water show," and "Mythical creature photo spot." Combining amusement rides, themed performances, and family exploration, it creates an educational and entertaining summer adventure perfect for the whole family. In July and August, the limited-time event "Water battle in Greece" will be launched, featuring a storyline where mythical beasts break through the gates of time and dinosaurs accidentally enter the Greek kingdom. Visitors of all ages are invited to join the guardianship mission, escorting the dinosaurs back to their original world through thrilling water battles. Guests can not only interact closely with the dinosaurs but also immerse themselves in a story-driven summer adventure, creating unforgettable family memories while enjoying the fun of water play. This summer, E-DA theme park connects the season with three major features: "dinosaur theme × Greek water battle × family interaction." From spectacular performances and interactive experiences to refreshing water play, it meets the entertainment needs of families, students, and travelers of all ages, creating a buzzworthy summer festival for everyone to enjoy.Kaohsiung · 14.8 km from downtown
Love River
No. 11 of Night Attractions in Taiwan

Love River

4.8
4.7/5
672 reviews
The Venetian boat is Italy's iconic traditional rowing vessel, renowned for its distinctive design and exotic charm. Experience the authentic gondola ride without traveling abroad—available right here.KaohsiungLove River, listen to the boatman singing moving songs, as if you were in romantic Venice. Sit quietly with him/her in the small space of the gondola, enjoy the musical performance, admire the night view while cruising the Love River, and experience a different kind of emotion! Bring your family and friends along to capture unforgettable memories of a romantic Love River tour. A flight with breathtaking views, capturing the perfect moments from dusk till night. Hurry and bring your family and friends to experience it together! Take a moment to soak in the romantic atmosphere of Love River. Enjoy the scenic views along the way with a few close friends Spacious and comfortable atmosphere, offering you premium enjoyment that's noble yet affordable. Experience rich exotic charm without spending money abroad. Hurry and bring your family and friends to experience it together!Kaohsiung · 1.3 km from downtown
Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts
No. 4 of Best Things to Do in Kaohsiung

Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts

4.8
4.5/5
108 reviews
Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts is located in Gushan District, Kaohsiung, northeast of Shoushan Mountain, bordered by Zuoying District to the north, Sanmin District to the east, and the Love River flowing to the south. Originally a wetland area with scattered ponds known as Neiweipi, it was transformed into the first public art museum in southern Taiwan and has since become the most important art exhibition and promotion center in the southern region. In 2017, it was restructured as an administrative corporation under Kaohsiung's professional cultural institutions, continuing to cultivate local culture and collect works by Taiwanese artists. Annually, it supports emerging talents through initiatives like the "Kaohsiung Awards" and "KS Kaohsiung Experimental Field" open calls. Beyond curating thematic exhibitions and artist research showcases, it actively collaborates with museums worldwide to introduce diverse large-scale international exhibitions, offering the public a broader range of contemporary and modern art experiences.Kaohsiung · 2.4 km from downtown
Shoushan Zoo
No. 3 of Family-friendly Attractions in Kaohsiung

Shoushan Zoo

4.5
4.6/5
203 reviews
Kaohsiung City Shou Shan Zoo is located at No. 350 Wanshou Road, Gushan District, Kaohsiung, at the foot of Shou Shan Mountain. With its beautiful environment and spacious grounds, animals can live in conditions close to their natural habitats. Visitors can not only see animals from around the world here, but also learn about their ecological habits and conservation stories. From gentle small animals to majestic large mammals, each exhibit area is full of surprises and wonders, making you feel like you're in a vibrant, magical world of life. The zoo features multiple themed areas such as the Friendly Animal Zone, Grassland Animal Zone, Native Taiwan Zone, and Aquatic Animal Zone, each showcasing unique ecosystems and animal communities from their respective regions. Visitors can stroll through these areas to experience the atmosphere and charm of different regions while observing various animals up close, making it a rare ecological education experience. In addition to animal viewing, Kaohsiung City Shou Shan Zoo offers a children's petting zoo with Boer goat feeding experiences, allowing visitors to interact more intimately with the animals. Yamagataya allows visitors to peek into animal habitatsKaohsiung · 2.9 km from downtown
The Pier2 Art Center
No. 4 of Night Attractions in Kaohsiung

The Pier2 Art Center

4.3
4.7/5
952 reviews
The Pier-2 Art Center is situated on the bank of the Love River in Kaohsiung City, next to Kaohsiung Port. "Pier-2" refers to the second pier, which was originally a port warehouse for storing fishmeal and sugar. In 2000, the Kaohsiung government rebuilt it to form a well-known art exhibition area in Kaohsiung City. The park is dotted with a large number of cute, avant-garde tall dolls, one of the most eye-catching is a yellow Transformers doll, this is the one appeared in the May Day "DNA concert". In addition, there is a railway story museum next to the Art District, where you can see ancient steam locomotives.Kaohsiung · 3.2 km from downtown
Kaohsiung Stadium
No. 8 of Best Things to Do in Kaohsiung

Kaohsiung Stadium

4.2
4.5/5
17 reviews
Longteng Stadium is an open sports stadium with 40,350 seats, which can be increased to 55,000 according to the situation. It is an international sports venue with the first-level certification standard of the International Association of Athletics (IAAF) and the first-level construction standard of the International Association of Athletics (IAAF). , is also the world's sports field with 1MPW (million watts) of solar power generation capacity (the stadium roof is composed of up to 8844 pieces of glass compressed solar photovoltaic panels). The opening and closing ceremonies of the 2009 World Games were held in this venue. In the later period, such as Mayday, well-known Taiwanese singers such as Zhang Huimei once held large-scale concerts here.Kaohsiung · 6.9 km from downtown
Science and Technology Museum, Kaohsiung
No. 4 of Family-friendly Attractions in Kaohsiung

Science and Technology Museum, Kaohsiung

4.2
4.8/5
191 reviews
The Science and Technology Museum, Kaohsiung is located on Jiuru 1st Road in Kaohsiung. It is an applied science-themed museum featuring 18 permanent exhibition halls covering various interactive themes such as machinery, transportation, space, cooking, health, environmental education, and children's science. Both adults and kids can learn and experience science through interactive displays, making it an ideal family-friendly destination for scientific exploration. The permanent exhibition hall at the Science and Technology Museum, Kaohsiung integrates technology and humanities, promoting science education through interactive and life-oriented approaches. "Space Flight Exploration" showcases the Martian surface atmosphere through large-screen projection mosaic technology, presenting the evolution of flight with integrated light sculpture aesthetics. Augmented reality connects interactions, offering an experience of advanced international space exploration. The 4D dynamic space flight theater inspires dreams of space exploration, combining physical elements with multimedia electric control film technology to showcase Taiwan's space research and development capabilities. "Hope and Future: Typhoon Morakot Memorial" highlights the progress and advancements made in the decade following the disaster, systematically showcasing new concepts and achievements in disaster prevention and relief from various sectors in recent years. This aims to raise public awareness of disaster risks and promote a culture of safety and resilience. The "Return to Morakot - Immersive Theater" experience allows visitors to vividly relive the typhoon's impact on August 8, 2009 through a 14-minute film. The first year-round snow activity park in southern Taiwan offers thrilling experiences like snow tubing and sledding. Kids can fulfill their snowman-building dreams in the play area, while the three-level climbing exploration zone provides endless fun. The newly upgraded "Hot Snow Paradise Kids Ski Park 2.0" features refreshed interiors and updated interactive facilities, offering unique snow activities for all to enjoy. Get creative in the snow sculpture zone, building snowmen and various shapes while occasional snowfall creates a magical winter wonderland atmosphere. Experience the thrill of skiing for the first time in our fun ski zone, sliding down a 4-meter-high slope on specially designed snow tubes and sleds. Both adults and kids will be hooked on this exhilarating adventure that keeps them coming back for more! The climbing exploration area features two themed climbing facilities—ice fields and jungle—with a three-level design that includes various climbing nets, obstacles, gentle slopes, and passageways to challenge children's motor planning and integration skills. It helps develop their spatial awareness, physical coordination, muscle endurance, and fosters a sense of adventurous exploration. Reminder: Socks are required to experience the climbing exploration area. Guests without socks can purchase them at the counter! Toddler activity experience set, a paradise for little ones, featuring impact-resistant soft fabric design to ensure safe play for your baby. Interactive 3D walls and maze channel designs to train children's logical thinking. Perfect for group play! Flip the tiles, four sides in total, to form different patterns. Get hands-on and help your child develop image recognition and integration skills.Kaohsiung · 2 km from downtown
Fo Guang Shan Buddha Museum

Fo Guang Shan Buddha Museum

3.9
4.8/5
196 reviews
Located in Kaohsiung City, Fo Guang Shan is a famous Buddhist resort both at home and abroad, where a Buddhist University was established. The scale of the temple is magnificent. The Daxiong Hall, the Dabei Hall, the Dazhi Hall and the Dawan Hall are the four main buildings, which are located in the park. In addition, there are many golden Buddha statues with exquisite shapes.Kaohsiung · 19.5 km from downtown

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zshhansMarch 20, 2025
5.0
The British Consulate in Takao is located in Gushan District, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan. You can see the sea from the top of the consulate, and next to it is the National Sun Yat-sen University on weekends. The British Consulate in Takao is also one of the few attractions in Taiwan that requires tickets. Construction time: 1866 Location: Gushan District, Kaohsiung City, Taiwan Function: The official residence of the British Consulate during the Qing Dynasty Alias: Kaohsiung Historical Relics Museum Architectural style: Independent red brick and wooden corridor building

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notmaxpAugust 6, 2026
5.0
The staff and volunteers at the exhibition hall were so kind and friendly, thank you! 🙏🏻❤️ The ticket checkers at the entrance were also very friendly~

Suzuka Circuit Park

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Anonymous userAugust 6, 2026
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Great amusement to spend the day. Not too big, and most people usually go to the food court in the mall to eat, so thankfully re-entry is allowed via stamp.Saturday I think the park closes a little later then the weekdays, so there was also another show that was played outside.I can imagine during peak times this place will be packed, so enjoy it before it gets to that point.Best place would be more for couples or families.

E-DA Theme Park

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24 MarchDecember 30, 2025
5.0
Perfect, Serene Experience for Families and Seniors! This tour is incredibly elderly-friendly. I traveled with my mother, and she felt very comfortable throughout the trip. The service was homely, and the boat itself has plenty of seating with a stable, smooth ride. A huge highlight was the atmosphere—there was no loud, blasting music, making it a very serene way to enjoy the river. Our guide was very informative, sharing the interesting history of the Love River as we passed landmarks like the illuminated Kaohsiung Music Center and the Great Harbor Bridge.​Tip: If you are a couple looking for a private, romantic vibe, the gondolas might be better. But for families or those traveling with parents, the Love Boat is the perfect choice for a relaxing, educational tour

Love River

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Anonymous userSeptember 25, 2026
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Easily spent an hour wandering inside this museum. A peaceful space with wonderful culture. Strongly recommended!

Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts

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KittttttJuly 24, 2024
4.0
It depicts a mix of natural and constructed environments within the zoo, showcasing both the animal habitats and the facilities for visitors. The lush greenery visible in many of the images indicates that the zoo is set in a verdant, possibly forested area, which is fitting given its name "Shoushan," which likely refers to Shoushan mountain!

Shoushan Zoo

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Passion travellerNovember 8, 2025
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went during friday early evening but most exhibits, museums, cafes were closed. Maybe better to go in the morning or afternoon.

The Pier2 Art Center

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pingping321March 10, 2021
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A large-scale stadium in Kaohsiung was built for the 2009 World Games. The stadium looks like a winding dragon. The environment around the stadium is also good, like a big park!

Kaohsiung Stadium

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那日我遇見世界November 19, 2019
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This is the most interesting museum I have visited in Kaohsiung. Apart from the fact that there are not many people visiting, the tickets are cheap and the facilities are very good. You can play in this museum for more than 4 hours, and the exhibits are quite interesting.

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DGMTWJanuary 13, 2025
5.0
the most mindblowing temple in all Taiwanthe entire complex is divided into 3 “attractions” the most famous one is the fo guang shan buddha museum, which is where most visitors go which is the one with the giant buddha and the pagodasbut hen most visitors forget to visit also the dharma hall which is next to it, then way less visitors go to the fo guang shan main shrine which is the last one on the extreme left of the complexit will take roughly an entire day to visit all three places and seeing everything with calmif you want to take great pictures try to be there when they open

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