Kaohsiung Harbor Museum, Kaohsiung

Name: Kaohsiung Harbor Museum
Address: Kaohsiung, Taiwan

#48 among attractions in Kaohsiung

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The Kaohsiung Harbor Museum is a museum in Gushan District, Kaohsiung, Taiwan dedicated to the preservation of artifacts on the development of Port of Kaohsiung. ()

Local name: 高雄港港史館 Established: 2002 (23 years ago)Coordinates: 22°37'6"N, 120°16'44"E

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Kaohsiung Harbor Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Former British Consulate at Takao, Pier-2 Art Center, Holy Rosary Cathedral, Cihou Fort.

0.8 miW
Amusement, Amusement park
Former British Consulate at Takao, Kaohsiung
20 min walk • The Former British Consulate at Takao is a historical landmark nestled in the vibrant city of Kaohsiung, Taiwan. This elegant Victorian-style building, dating back to the 19th century, stands as a testament to the rich history of foreign influence in Taiwan.
~1130 ftNE
Amusement, Amusement park
Pier-2 Art Center, Kaohsiung
6 min walk • Pier-2 Art Center, located in the vibrant city of Kaohsiung, Taiwan, has emerged as a beacon of creativity and cultural exchange. Once a neglected warehouse area, it has been transformed into a dynamic amusement park of art and culture, breathing new life into the...
0.8 miE
Historic building with Gothic elements
Holy Rosary Cathedral, Kaohsiung
22 min walk • Nestled in the heart of the bustling city of Kaohsiung, Taiwan, the Holy Rosary Cathedral stands as a beacon of faith and a testament to architectural beauty. This Roman Catholic cathedral, with its distinctive red-brick facade and twin spires, has been a spiritual...
1 miW
Historic fort with harbor and city views
Cihou Fort, Kaohsiung
27 min walk • Perched on the rugged hills of Kaohsiung, Cihou Fort stands as a historical sentinel overlooking the Taiwan Strait. Built in the late 19th century during the Qing Dynasty, this fortification was an integral part of Taiwan's coastal defense system, designed to protect...
0.9 miW
Lighthouse, Vernacular architecture
Kaohsiung Lighthouse, Kaohsiung
24 min walk • The Kaohsiung Lighthouse, also known as the Cihou Lighthouse, stands as a historical beacon in the vibrant city of Kaohsiung, Taiwan. This iconic structure has been guiding vessels through the Taiwan Strait since its construction in 1883 during the Qing Dynasty.
0.8 miSW
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Chi Jin Mazu Temple, Kaohsiung
20 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Kaohsiung, Taiwan, the Chi Jin Mazu Temple stands as a beacon of cultural and spiritual heritage. This temple is dedicated to Mazu, the Chinese sea goddess, who is believed to protect fishermen and sailors, and it plays a vital role in...
0.6 miNW
Museum
Kaohsiung Wude Hall, Kaohsiung
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0.8 miNE
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Kaohsiung Museum of History, Kaohsiung
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~1600 ftNW
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Takao Railway Museum, Kaohsiung
8 min walk • The Takao Railway Museum in Kaohsiung, Taiwan, is a testament to the rich history of rail travel in the region. This museum, a haven for train enthusiasts and history buffs alike, offers an immersive journey through the evolution of the railway system in Taiwan.
~950 ftN
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Hamasen Museum of Taiwan Railway, Kaohsiung
5 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Kaohsiung, Taiwan, the Hamasen Museum of Taiwan Railway stands as a testament to the rich history of the island's rail transport. This cultural hub offers visitors a chance to delve into the evolution of Taiwan's railway system, which...
0.6 miNW
Temple
Gushan Daitian Temple, Kaohsiung
16 min walk • The Gushan Daitian Temple or Hamasen Temple is a temple in Gushan District, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.

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Which popular attractions are close to Kaohsiung Harbor Museum?

Nearby attractions include Hamasen Museum of Taiwan Railway, Kaohsiung (5 min walk), Kaohsiung Museum of Labor, Kaohsiung (7 min walk), Takao Railway Museum, Kaohsiung (8 min walk), Port of Kaohsiung, Kaohsiung (9 min walk).

How to get to Kaohsiung Harbor Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kaohsiung Harbor Museum:

Light rail

Penglai Pier-2 • Lines: 高雄環狀輕軌 (逆行), 高雄環狀輕軌 (順行) (5 min walk)
Hamasen • Lines: 高雄環狀輕軌 (逆行), 高雄環狀輕軌 (順行) (8 min walk)

Bus

LRT Penglai Pier-2 Station • Lines: 248, E05, 橘1B (5 min walk)
Hamasen Bus Transfer Station (6 min walk)

Metro

Sizihwan • Lines: O (11 min walk)
Yanchengpu • Lines: O (14 min walk)