Xizi Bay %s Qijin Kaohsiung One-Day Fun Guide
Last updated 2026-09-25 — When you visit the vibrant and energetic port city of Kaohsiung, how do you want to spend your time? Indulging in delicious food, enjoying beautiful scenery, or going for a leisurely bike ride? No matter what you choose, heading to the areas around Xizi Bay and Qijin will allow you to not only experience...
Text / MOOK Travel Life Network, compiled and reported by Chen Guanxin
A cool sea breeze brushes against your face, making a relaxing port city holiday hard to leave behind. (Photo provided by David Chen)
Qihou Lighthouse & Qihou Fort
Known as a landmark building in the Qijin area, the Qihou Lighthouse is a third-grade historical site. In the ninth year of the Guangxu reign during the Qing Dynasty (1883 AD), British technicians were hired to build a Western-style lighthouse on Qihou Mountain. The tower is white, and in front of it stands a Western-style white-walled office that has a history of nearly a hundred years. It displays instruments once used at the lighthouse, photos, and location maps. The lighthouse is located atop Qihou Mountain, the highest point in Qijin.
This “Majestically Guarding the South” Qihou Fort was completed in 1876, primarily to defend against enemies approaching from the sea. Together with the “Heroically Guarding the North Gate” in the Xizi Bay area, it forms a pair of visible and hidden forts. Although the fort never ended up being used for actual combat purposes, it may be the first Sino-Western hybrid fort in modern Chinese history to fully adopt Western techniques while blending both styles.
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Qihou Lighthouse
Address: No. 34, Xiamian Lane, Qijin District, Kaohsiung City
Phone: 07-571-5021
Hours: 09:00–16:00
Qihou Fort
Address: On Qihou Mountain, Qijin District, Kaohsiung City
Phone: 07-571-6624 #304
During the Japanese colonial period, the Japanese began rebuilding the lighthouse in 1916 to expand the Port of Kaohsiung, completing the current structure in 1918. (Photo provided by Moleskine Editorial Department)
Starry Tunnel
The Starry Tunnel is a tunnel in Qihou Mountain that connects downtown Qijin with the entrance dike of Kaohsiung Port’s First Harbor. This ancient tunnel has been transformed into a starlight tunnel for cyclists to ride through, linking unique sights such as the Qihou Lighthouse, Qihou Fort, and coral reef formations. Inside the tunnel, look up to see an artificial galaxy of stars, adorned with night light paintings and decorations made from driftwood and phosphorescent stones, creating a truly romantic atmosphere.
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Location: Follow the straight path of Miaodian Road, Qijin District, Kaohsiung City, to the end
Inside the tunnel are zodiac constellations painted with night lights. You can search for your own and your friends’ signs—it’s quite fun. (Photo provided by Moleskine Editorial Department)
Miaodian Road (Qijin Tianhou Temple)
Miaodian Road is the liveliest street in Qijin. Seafood restaurants line the street here and extend all the way to Zhongzhou Third Street and the Coastal Park. Each restaurant has large aquariums in front where you can pick fresh seafood and have it cooked on the spot. Additionally, aside from historic buildings representing both Eastern and Western faiths, many large public artworks have been integrated into the area as part of art-focused street initiatives.
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Address: No. 93, Miaodian Road, Qijin District, Kaohsiung City (Qijin Tianhou Temple)
Phone: 07-571-2115
Hours: 05:00–22:00 (Qijin Tianhou Temple)
The current appearance of Qijin Tianhou Temple was renovated in 1948 with funds raised by devotees, yet it still retains its original simple and classic charm. The temple houses a rich collection of cultural relics, including an ancient bronze bell cast in 1886. (Photo provided by Moleskine Editorial Department)
Hai Zhong Bao Live Seafood Shop
By noon, you're probably getting hungry. If you visit Qijin and don't try some seafood, that would be a real pity. Among the many seafood shops on Miaolian Road, the most established one is Hai Zhong Bao Live Seafood. The owner couple has been in the seafood business for over 30 years. To thrive in this highly competitive and compact area for so long, they rely not only on absolutely fresh seafood but also on the owner’s unique cooking style. Garlic paste and homemade pickled vegetables are two of their secret weapons—and their garlic shrimp is truly something else!
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Address: No. 66, Miaolian Road, Qijin District, Kaohsiung City
Phone: 07-572-1658
Hours: 11:00 AM – 9:30 PM
To cater to market conditions, Hai Zhong Bao also offers dishes priced at NT$100 each. However, this doesn’t really showcase their true cooking skills. It’s better to check the menu and order directly to enjoy the authentic flavors of Qijin. (Photo provided by MK Editorial Department)
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