KW2, Kaoshiung Port Warehouse No.2

KW2, also known as Kaohsiung Port Warehouse No. 2, is a remarkable example of urban revitalization, transforming a historic port warehouse into a vibrant cultural and culinary destination. Originally constructed during the Japanese colonial period, this warehouse has been meticulously restored to preserve its historical essence while embracing modern functionality.  Situated along Kaohsiung’s bustling harbor, KW2 offers visitors a unique blend of experiences. The ground floor hosts an array of boutique shops and art galleries, showcasing local artisans and providing a platform for Taiwan’s creative talents. As you ascend to the upper levels, a diverse selection of restaurants and cafés awaits, each offering panoramic views of the harbor—a perfect backdrop for both casual meals and special occasions.

A huge warehouse with tons of shops and some restaurants inside. Next to the port for ferry departure/ arrival. you may get ticket from the ticket centre or at the time when you get on the ferry.

Lovely little food and shopping area. My friend and I came on a weekday during the day, so the ferries outside were running. We had a nice stroll around KW2, stopping for gelato, a quick meal, and a little shopping. The building is modern with plenty of seating to relax!

Nice place to get a ferry to Cijin island,.kick back and enjoy sunset with a cold Taiwanese craft beer.

Not much crowded at night and good for taking a stroke to enjoy the breeze.

The warehouses were redesigned into a leisure park where you can come for a walk, have something to eat, shop for some cute stuff in the stores, or just watch the sea and the ships. I love this park for there are some amazing restaurants and special shops which you can spend some time here. Recommend you to come. :)

Very attractive place to shop, to eat, or to enjoy a moment of harbor view. Several garden around this old warehouse area with tropical themed. A lot of stores inside the house available for day or evening time. Broad harbor view sitting in front of house full of seats and stairs bring you to stay for nice happy hours.

Once a port store yard, this abandoned warehouse has been transformed into a business hub by the local Taiwanese apart from acting as a tourist attraction. I won't said is the best the local Kaohsiung has to offer by the concept of making used of worn-out buildings and restructuring it to offer the local community space to generate income is somewhat fascinating. The choices may be few as compared to mega shopping malls but it helps to offer locals a business opportunity and at the same time employment opportunities for the local community in a win win situation. Buy Taiwanese products without converting the currency to match the price is fairly acceptable but if you have the tendency to convert then it could favour or not in your favour depending on the exchange rate. The restructuring and the rebuilding has added a structural uniqueness making the blending a form of it's own engineering beauty. The ideal location of this Art pier manage to capture certain degree of ambiguity for tourist to enjoy and the picturesque views generates a photo stop over for tourist to enjoy the serenity it has to offer. Come give yourself a chance to savour the chance to enjoy a fusion of modern culture abroad.