24-Hour Fun in Kaohsiung, Taiwan ǀ Whirlwind Trip

Kaohsiung, Taiwan is a vibrant and bustling port city full of nature, culture and history. From action-packed watersports to local art installations, discover a unique side to Kaohsiung that you can experience in a 24-hour trip. Join our host Kevin Chang as he explores Taiwan’s largest port city and third-largest city, Kaohsiung. Uncover some hidden gems and highlights for intrepid travelers and get to know this city from different viewpoints. Kevin kicks off the adventure with a hike where you can truly experience Taiwan’s nature firsthand. Even if you’re not a “nature person” you won’t want to miss this opportunity as the end goal is not to be missed. Along the way, experience nature, Taiwan’s unique flora and fauna, and some treats of historical architecture. The first culinary adventure of the day crowns this hike accompanied by a gorgeous sea view. Something for thrill-seekers is up next, wakeboarding at Kaohsiung’s Lotus Pond. The theme must be clear by now, as a port city life here revolves around water from the sea to Lotus Pond, then onto Kaohsiung’s famous harbor. Experience the harbor and Kaohsiung’s sights from all angles with a cultural cruise, then head to Cijin Island where the historic Kaohsiung lighthouse is the perfect spot to take in the sunset. After the sun goes down, the fun doesn’t stop. Kaohsiung is rich in culture too. For those who want to soak up the atmosphere and check out some Taiwanese art, the Pier-2 Art Center is the place to go. Then it’s time to refuel with something extra special, before heading to the final stop. Kaohsiung has so much to offer for any kind of traveler. From nature to culture to history, there’s something for everyone to appreciate and enjoy. Plus, the food on offer is some of the best in the world. Are you curious for more travel tips? Stay tuned for more adventures from Whirlwind Trip Taiwan. 00:00 24 Hour Trip to Kaohsiung, Taiwan 00:44 Chaishan Mountain Hike 04:41 Satisfying Seafood Breakfast by the Sea 07:04 Wakeboarding at Lotus Pond 10:40 Kaohsiung Harbor Cruise 13:16 Ferry to Cijin Island 14:33 Kaohsiung Lighthouse and Sunset, Cijin Island 16:02 Kaohsiung Great Harbor Bridge Show 17:18 Pier-2 Art Center for Art and Culture 18:24 Special Taiwanese Style Art Installation 19:23 Late-Night Michelin Starred Snack, Braised Pork Rice 21:04 Special Nighttime View of Kaohsiung City #TaiwanTravel #TaiwanTravelGuide #StreetFood #VisitTaiwan #TaiwanPlus #FoodTravel #WhirlwindTrip #KaohsiungCity #HarborCity #CableWakeboarding #ExtremeSports #kaohsiung #KaohsiungCity #KaohsiungFood #KaohsiungTaiwan #CijinIsland #KaohsiungSeafood #KaohsiungMusicCenter #高流 #高雄 #高雄旅遊 #高雄一日遊 #高雄港 #旗津 ▁▁▁▁▁▁▁▁▁▁▁▁▁▁▁▁▁▁▁▁▁▁▁▁ 🔔 Turn on notifications to stay updated! Newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/taiwanplus/youtube... Website: https://www.taiwanplus.com/ 📱 Download our app: Android: https://bit.ly/3xg4mcz iOS: https://apple.co/3YKkgYh 🇹🇼 Curious about Taiwan’s culture? Planning a visit? Facebook: https://tw.plus/facebook Instagram: https://tw.plus/instagram 🌏 Want to stay up to date on the latest news from Taiwan and beyond? YouTube: @taiwanplusnews Facebook: https://bit.ly/3IgSInZ Twitter: https://tw.plus/twitter