Love River

Kaohsiung


Love River was once an open sewer and it has seen a remarkable transformation in recent years. The waters flow clean and the bankside promenades with their benches, shady trees and outdoor cafes are popular hang-outs for both locals and visitors.

You can cruise along the river on boat rides (25-minute rides are NT$150, and run from 3pm to 10pm on weekdays, and 9am to 10pm on Saturday and Sunday). There are two piers: Ren'ai Pier and Guobin Pier.

Transportation

  • mrt: Yanchengpu

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