Escape the city and discover picturesque lakes and lush wetlands in Niaosong District. There are several parks and nature reserves to explore, as well as family-friendly attractions like a baseball stadium and science museum. Day trip to Kaohsiung City to visit top-tier museums, galleries and art centres.
Things to do in Niaosong District
Stretch your legs on the walking trails that loop around Chengging Lake. You’ll walk through native forests and beautiful Chinese gardens. Take a breather in the Freedom Pavilion and enjoy a buffet lunch at the lakefront resort. Climb the spiral staircase up Zhongxing Pagoda. At 43 metres tall, it commands sweeping views over the lake and surrounding forests. The Bridge of Nine Turns spans across the lake and features a series of sharp, right-angle turns.
Enjoy fresh air and beautiful scenery in the Old Railway Bridge & Wetlands Ecological Park. The park protects a lush wetland ecosystem and is a sanctuary for local birdlife. Stroll across the historic railway bridge and enjoy snacks, ice cream and cold drinks from street stalls.
Spot more than 80 species of birds, including black-crowned night herons, mallard ducks, and little egrets, at Niaosong Wetland Park. Boardwalks wind through the wetlands and take you past emerald-green lakes are filled with reeds and water lilies.
Cheer on local teams at Chengqing Lake Baseball Stadium. The atmosphere on game days is fun and family-friendly, with cheerleaders and larger-than-life mascots. Fill up on hot dogs, hamburgers and other baseball classics.
Learn about space exploration, robotics, weather systems and more at the National Science and Technology Museum. The museum is enormous and can easily occupy an entire afternoon. Try on VR headsets, discover how typhoons form and attend a screening at the 3D theatre.
Getting around Niaosong District
Taxis are a fast and affordable way to get around Niaosong District. The district is a 30-minute drive from Kaohsiung City and one hour from Tainan City. Kaohsiung International Airport is a 30-minute drive away.