Overview
Liuhe Night Market is Kaohsiung's main night market, stretching about 600m and operating since the 1950s — around 70 years of history. About 138 stalls open daily from 5 PM, with the most famous specialties being grilled seafood (shrimp, lobster, oysters) fresh from Kaohsiung Harbor, Shaoxing wine chicken (shao xing ji), and the city's signature Dagang papaya milk. Direct access from MRT Formosa Boulevard Station makes it easy to reach, and stalls also serve Taiwanese desserts, lamb skewers, oyster omelets, pineapple cakes, and more. Many stalls provide English menus for international visitors. Free admission. Directly at MRT Formosa Boulevard Station, Exit 11.
Travel Tips
Seafood stall prices fluctuate by market — confirm the price before ordering. The Dagang Papaya Milk flagship is near the market entrance.
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to Kaohsiung, Taiwan from Seoul (ICN).
Korean Passport · Visa
Check visa rules for Taiwan on the Korean MOFA travel advisory site before flying — visa-free, visa-on-arrival or e-visa rules change often. Keep at least 6 months of passport validity.
Flight from Incheon (ICN)
Compare direct and connecting flights from Incheon (ICN) to Kaohsiung on Skyscanner or Google Flights. Early-morning departures from Korea are usually the cheapest option.
KRW ↔ Local Currency
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Korean Community · Korean Food
Many cities have an active Korean community in Kaohsiung with Korean restaurants, mini-marts, and Korean-speaking guides. Search Naver Cafe or KakaoTalk open chats for "Kaohsiung 한인" before you go.
Attractions near Liuhe Night Market
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Things to Do in Kaohsiung
Cijin Island Beach Cycling
Rent a bike on Cijin Island and ride the coastal bike path past Cijin Lighthouse, Cihou Fort, the beach park, and the seafood street with harbour views.
Liuhe Night Market Food Crawl
Feast at Kaohsiung biggest night market on seafood, danzai noodles, papaya milk, and steak. Seafood BBQ and tropical fruit juice are standout picks.
Fo Guang Shan Temple Experience
Visit the world largest Buddhist memorial for the awe-inspiring 108m Buddha statue, free guided tours, and an on-site vegetarian buffet.