Cijin Ferry Station Reopens, Blending Heritage and Tourism

　After nine months of renovation, Kaohsiung's Cijin Ferry Station（旗津輪渡站）has reopened just in time for the busy summer season. The redesign blends heritage with modern resilience, preserving the terminal's signature black roof while adding six Japanese seismic dampers for earthquake safety. Its exterior has been restored using tiles resembling the original glazed extruded bricks, preserving the building's historic character while improving its durability and weather resistance. Inside, travelers can relax in expanded waiting areas with multilingual signage and clearer, sun-shaded pathways. The second hall features a tourist information desk and displays of regional crafts, making the ferry terminal a gateway to Cijin's culture and to Kaohsiung's maritime identity.

　Visitors can exit the terminal and walk along Miaocian Road to the Tunnel of Stars. The illuminated murals and a gentle ocean breeze offer a welcome escape from the summer heat. The tunnel opens to coastal views and a path to the century-old Kaohsiung Lighthouse, one of the area's most photographed landmarks.

　After enjoying the scenic views along the Chijin coastline, be sure to visit Ocean Bakery, conveniently located next to the lighthouse. Don't miss their signature croissant soft serve. Alternatively, unwind at High Chill Café（海秋咖啡）with a charcoal-roasted coconut Americano or a refreshing Sicilian coffee while taking in the ocean views.

　As night falls, take the ferry back across Kaohsiung Harbor. The illuminated Cijin Ferry Station stands out along the shoreline, marking the end of the day's journey and serving as a clear reminder of its renewed role as both a transport hub and a gateway for visitors.

旗津輪渡站新貌 開啟海岸輕旅行路線
文/蘇宇翎  

　　盛夏的高雄港灣，海風吹拂，渡輪載著旅人駛向全新的旗津輪渡站。歷經九個月改造，這座港灣門戶不僅提升結構安全與旅運服務，更融入地方創生與觀光機能，成為旗津海岸旅程的全新起點。
　　輪渡站保留經典黑色屋頂意象，採用日本制震技術，設置六處制震壁，兼顧耐震與空間使用；外觀則以仿射出磚釉面瓷磚修復，重現歷史質感，同時提升耐候性。站體同步優化候船空間、旅客動線，新增遮陽棚及多國語言指引，打造更友善的旅遊入口。第二候船室提供旅遊資訊及文創商品展售，讓人能深入認識旗津的人文魅力。
　　循著廟前路可抵達涼爽的星空隧道，夜光彩繪與海風吹拂隔絕了炙熱暑氣；穿越隧道後，壯闊海景展現旗津迷人的自然風光。再往前登上百年高雄燈塔，港灣景致盡收眼底，也是熱門拍照景點。
　　賞景之餘，不妨到燈塔旁的「OCEAN BAKERY」品嘗招牌可頌霜淇淋，或到「海秋咖啡」點一杯火烤椰子美式、西西里咖啡，在海景相伴下享受悠閒時光。
　　當夜幕降臨，返程渡輪緩緩駛離，回望閃耀的輪渡站映照港灣，也為這趟旗津夏日輕旅行留下美好回憶。