Kaohsiung
Taiwan · KaohsiungTW
City in southern Taiwan
Kaohsiung, officially Kaohsiung City, is a special municipality located in southern Taiwan. It ranges from the coastal urban center to the rural Yushan Range with an area of 2,952 km2 (1,140 mi2) making it the largest city in Taiwan by area. Kaohsiung City has a population of approximately 2.72 million people. It is Taiwan's third most populous city and the largest city in southern Taiwan.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 2,721,500
- Coordinates
- 22.616, 120.313
- Timezone
- Asia/Taipei
- Elevation
- 9 m
Overview of Kaohsiung
Set in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, Kaohsiung is a big-city destination. Its resident count stands at approximately 2,721,500. Which matters when you decide how long to stay. Kaohsiung is strongest on nature, water sports and culture. Its northern-hemisphere position decides when the high season falls.
Things to do in Kaohsiung
Nature in Kaohsiung
(21)Kaohsiung's nature entries include Beaches, Caves, Countryside, Desert and Forest. All of it is drawn from Kaohsiung's recorded activities. That is 21 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Water Sports in Kaohsiung
(19)Under water sports, Kaohsiung is tagged with Bodyboard, Canoeing, Diving, Jet Skiing and Kayaking. In all, 19 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for Kaohsiung.
Culture in Kaohsiung
(18)Our data lists Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Art Galleries, Bridges and Castles as culture options here. The full list runs to 18 activities. Straight from the activity profile stored for Kaohsiung.
Adventure in Kaohsiung
(13)Under adventure, Kaohsiung is tagged with Abseiling, Adventure, Adventure Parks, Amusement Parks and Boat Rides. In all, 13 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for Kaohsiung.
Sports in Kaohsiung
(10)Kaohsiung records Biking, Golf, Hiking Trails, Horse Trails and Hunting under sports. All of it is drawn from Kaohsiung's recorded activities. That is 10 tagged options in total, so there is room to pick and choose.
Nightlife in Kaohsiung
(8)For nightlife, expect Casinos, Clubs, Disco, Events and Festival. In all, 8 activities are recorded in this category. This reflects only what is documented for Kaohsiung.
Wellness in Kaohsiung
(6)The wellness shortlist for Kaohsiung: Farms, Ranches, Spa, Therms and Turkish Baths. Everything listed here comes from what Kaohsiung is actually tagged with. Altogether 6 options are tagged here.
Family in Kaohsiung
(4)Under family, Kaohsiung is tagged with Aquariums, Playgrounds, Water Parks and Zoo. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Kaohsiung.
Shopping in Kaohsiung
(2)Our data lists Food and Shopping as shopping options here. Plan them together and you have a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Kaohsiung.
More to do in Kaohsiung
(2)Kaohsiung's other activities entries include Fishing and Secret. All of it is drawn from Kaohsiung's recorded activities. Small in number, simple to combine into one outing.
Best time to visit Kaohsiung
June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Snow activities belong to December to February. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
Getting there & around
Long-distance travel plus local networks make Kaohsiung straightforward to reach and cross. Time zone: Asia/Taipei.
Similar destinations
Places near Kaohsiung that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kaohsiung known for?
- Kaohsiung, in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, is best known for nature, water sports and culture. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 2,721,500 residents.
- What can you do in Kaohsiung?
- Recorded activities in Kaohsiung include Beaches, Caves, Countryside, Desert and Forest. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- When is the best time to visit Kaohsiung?
- June to September brings the conditions water activities need. Choose April to June and September to October for hiking without the heat or the crowds. Snow activities belong to December to February. Culture, dining and nightlife hold up in every season.
- Where is Kaohsiung located?
- Kaohsiung is located in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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