Things to do in Kaohsiung

Highly recommend this museum for just about anyone. Great price for adults and free for seniors (65+) and elementary school kids. There are six floors of interactive exhibits for all ages AND virtually all of them are also in English. The IMAX film (~17 minutes) was also great! I went on a Tuesday with half of the elementary schools in the city so just a heads up as there were kids everywhere (loud and running around). Eat before or after as not many options and not good. Could easily spend all day there. Water refills stations and bathrooms throughout and exhibits were well done.

This escape room game is incredibly worth the price! The cards, posters, and cassette box we received after the game were all very high quality. The props, interactive equipment, and storytelling were all exquisite and thoughtfully designed, and the live NPCs were very professional! I have to give it an A+! Even though I hadn't seen this particular chapter before, I thoroughly enjoyed being immersed in it. The only downside was my own lack of intelligence, as I couldn't solve the puzzles quickly enough, haha.

The transportation is convenient, with many buses picking up and dropping off from different MRT stations and areas. I went from Zuoying, and it also passed by several E-Da affiliated hotels along the way. To enter E-Da World, you need to go through the outlet and up the floors. There are signs in the mall, so don't worry about getting lost. You can exchange your tickets at the ticket office with the QR Code, which is very convenient. There are many different kinds of amusement facilities inside, including thrilling roller coasters and 360-degree rotating facilities. There is also a building dedicated to amusement facilities for children, as well as claw machines and gashapon machines. There are both outdoor and indoor facilities. There are also parades on the weekends, and the performances are quite fun. There are not many restaurants, but the food is acceptable. The main thing is that there are not too many people, so you can play without much queuing, which is great.

If you have the money, I highly recommend this experience. If you have two people, it’s much cheaper as well (it was just me though). I’ve done this in Taipei and at EuropaPark theme park in Germany so it was cool to see the history of this this experience originated. Staff are friendly and speak English. Recommend using Klook and must book at least one day in advance (earlier spots are less busy). It’s a little out there location wise but I eventually found it.

Visiting the Nei-men Yeson Animal School was a truly unique experience. What sets this place apart is that, with the exception of the sloths, you can have zero-distance contact with all the animals with no time limits. There are very few zoos in the world that allow such a high level of interaction. ​The staff members are incredibly friendly and polite. They don't just facilitate the interaction but also provide fascinating educational insights about each species, which made the visit much more meaningful. ​The only downside is its remote location. If you choose public transport, the journey takes nearly two hours. I highly recommend taking an Uber or driving if your budget allows, as it will save you a lot of time and energy.

Our guide, Alisia, was excellent, providing a soft-spoken and friendly tour. She guided us in both Chinese and English, with 14 years of experience and a calm demeanor. She even sang for us, creating a wonderful atmosphere. We visited on a Sunday by bus and learned that the Hinoki (cypress) trees are truly massive, and Alishan is an incredibly vast mountain. Since it's an all-day journey, we recommend bringing snacks. Of course, there are food stalls available along the way.

The venue is clean and bright, and the facilities are well-maintained. The ball pit and sandpit, in particular, kept the kids entertained! The layout is very parent-friendly, making it easy to supervise without getting too tired. The staff are kind and friendly, and they regularly clean and sanitize, which makes me feel very comfortable bringing young children here to burn off some energy. It's conveniently located and has indoor climate control, making it a top choice for childcare on rainy days or hot summer days. It offers great value, and I'll definitely bring my kids back again!

I have to give it 5-stars based on value for your money. Seniors (65+) and primary school kids are free, and adults are less than $2! I paid extra for the little zoo tram as it was crazy hot, hundreds of school kids, and the monkeys are no joke! stole a water bottle right out of a boy’s hand in a big school group (ran off with it)! The best part was the water area, like a splash pad. Although older and rundown, it did the job of cooling us off. There’s 3 areas, with rain water coming from above, and two shallow areas maybe 1-4 inches of water. Animals weren’t too active due to heat/sun. Don’t recommend eating here as not many options, nor good quality.

The couple's package includes a box of crayons, an eraser, and a DIY marker set, but only one eraser DIY experience. So, if you bring two children, you'll need to purchase an additional DIY experience for $100, which also includes a gift of your choice. Otherwise, one child won't get to participate. As for the eraser experience, I felt it was a bit rushed. The staff told us to soak it in cold water for 3 seconds and then take it out for the next person, but the eraser hadn't cooled and set properly yet. It just reverted to its original shape when taken out. After touring the factory, there's also a shop where you can buy stationery. I heard that Fullerene's erasers are non-toxic and effective, so I bought some for my elementary school-aged nephew!