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Local Transport

Get to each corner of the Citywith all kinds of mass transportation

To experience the daily lives of Kaohsiung locals, you can take the MRT, LRT, or a bus, or rent a public bicycle simply with your iPass or EasyCard. There are also easier ways to experience the City’s unique charms, such as taking a Kaohsiung sightseeing bus (double-decker bus) or water recreation facilities.

Category

Kaohsiung Metro

高雄Metro

Currently, there are two routes, the red line and orange line, which meet at Formosa Boulevard Station. Trains operate at 5-10 min intervals. In order to provide passengers with a nice riding environment, smoking, eating and drinking are strictly prohibited in the station or on the train.

  • +886-7-7938888
  • 07:00-23:00
Timetable
Must-Visit Stations

Kaohsiung MRT stations are also unique tourist attractions. Central Park Station integrates sunshine and greenery into its architecture; and you should not miss The Dome of Light at Formosa Boulevard Station.

Formosa Boulevard Station
Formosa Boulevard Station
Light Rail Transit

高雄Light Rail Transit

Kaohsiung’s light rail was launched with a design based on environmental comfort and urban planning, resulting in unique stations with special characteristics: Neiwei Arts Center Station, Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts Station, Heart of Love River Station, Cianjhen Star Station, Cruise Terminal Station, Love Pier Station, Hamasen Station, Gushan Station, etc. These stations provide new options for commuting residents and sightseeing visitors, and have become notable mobility landmarks in the city.

  • From 6:30–22:00 daily. Trains arrive every 10 minutes during peak hours and every 15 minutes during off-peak hours.
Important Information

The ticket machine only sells one-way tickets; prepare enough change when purchasing the tickets.

City Bus

高雄City Bus

Besides regular buses of the main routes, there are also sightseeing buses, community shuttles and MRT shuttles. With high service frequency and reasonable fares, these buses provide passengers with a comprehensive service network.

  • +886-7-7497100 / +886-928-462188
Mileage Zone Fare

The fares of the city bus are charged based on mileage zones. Tap an applicable card against the card reader when getting on and off the bus. If one forgets to tap the card when alighting, the card will be locked.

Mileage Calculation: The trip equal to or shorter than 8 km will be charged for one mileage zone; the trip longer than 8 km will be charged for 2 zones.

Regular Ticket: NTD 12/zone

Kaohsiung Sightseeing Bus

高雄Kaohsiung Sightseeing Bus

Kaohsiung Sightseeing Bus, with the open top design, provides different choices of seat areas, including an air-conditioned area, an open top area and a semi-open sofa area. Furthermore, audio guide services in English, Japanese, and Korean are available. After choosing a seat you prefer, just sit tight and wait for Kaohsiung’s attractive views to unfold before you.

Fares

Adults:NTD 300

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City Bus

高雄Public Bicycle

YouBike is one of the best ways to visit the hidden attractions in Kaohsiung City. After registering your iPass or EasyCard on YouBike’s website or App, you can rent a YouBike on the street and start exploring the City freely.

Water Tour

City Center Ferry

高雄City Center Ferry

It is the major transportation means between Kaohsiung and Cijin. By taking the ferry that is full of quaint charm, you will get to taste the delicious seafood and visit the old street in Cijin, experiencing this rare specialty of Kaohsiung tourism.

Route Information
  • Kaohsiung Port Warehouse No. 2 (KW2)─Cijin

    Boarding Location:KW2 and Cijin Ferry Station

    Operating Days (Subject to Official Website Updates)

    Weekdays:13:00 - 16:30

    Weekends & Holidays: 13:00 - 19:30

  • Gushan─Cijin

    Boarding Location::Gushan Ferry Station and Cijin Ferry Station

    Trip Duration:5 minutes

  • Cianjhen─Zhongzhou

    Boarding Location:Cijin Ferry Station and Zhongzhou Ferry Station

    Trip Duration:15 minutes

Where to Take the Ferry
  • Gushan Ferry Station

    +886-7-5514316

    Location
  • Zhongzhou Ferry Station

    +886-7-8413048

    Location
  • Cijin Ferry Station

    +886-7-5712542

    Location
  • Xinguang Ferry Station

    +886-7-3320998

    Location
  • Cianjhen Ferry Station

    +886-7-8413048

    Location
  • KW2

    +886-7-5318568

    Location
Cultural Cruise

高雄Cultural Cruise

There are 5 routes connecting Kaohsiung City’s 3 must-visit attractions, namely The British Consulate at Takow, the Pier-2 Art Center and Hongmaokang Cultural Park, taking passengers to experience the local history, arts and culture.

Gondola

高雄Gondola

Inspired by Venetian gondolas, the gorgeous Love Gondola will give you a trip of the Love River’s history and ecology and allow you to admire the riverside scenery from different angles.

  • +886-908-103866
  • 16:00–23:00 (open year-round, except during the Dragon Boat Festival competition and on Lunar New Year’s Eve)
Boarding Location

Intersection of Hedong Rd. and Minsheng Rd., Qianjin District, Kaohsiung City

太陽能船(愛之船)

Love River Solar-Powered Love Boat

One should not miss the experience of sailing on Love River under the blue sky. Since the route of Love River will take you through the bustling areas of the City, when night falls, the Love Boat sails along the riverfront neon lights. Listening to the interpretation of the enthusiastic tour guide, you will be able to feel the romance belonging only to this harbor city.

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