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Enjoy the best of art and culture in hong kong’s up-and-coming culture hub of west kowloon.

Hong Kong is filled with hidden gems at every corner and there are plenty of destinations awaited to be explored. If you wish to immerse yourself in art, local culture and cuisine to heritage and history, West Kowloon will be the best place to visit.

The charm of West Kowloon and surrounding artsy neighbourhood in Hong Kong

It’s no secret that Hong Kong offers many exciting destinations to visit and the West Kowloon Cultural District is one of them.

Famously known for being the art and culture hub of Hong Kong, the emerging neighbourhood connects the traditional craftsmanship, historic buildings, authentic dining and shopping experiences in the city to the new bustling energy of an international art and culture district.

In an effort to promote this up-and-coming neighbourhood, The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) recently launched a “West Kowloon” neighborhood campaign, after featuring popular promotions “Old Town Central” and “Sham Shui Po – Every Bit Local” in the  “Hong Kong Neighbourhoods” campaign.

The programme brings to light the district’s rich heritage and vibrant street life in Yau Ma Tei and Jordan along with  two new world-class museums – M+ and the Hong Kong Palace Museum as well as other museums in the West Kowloon Cultural District (WKCD), including Hong Kong Museum of Art (HKMoA).

Established in 1962, HKMoA is the first public art museum in the city, now custodian of an art collection of over 17,000 items, including sculptures, paintings, teaware, and calligraphy, representing the unique cultural legacy of Hong Kong's connection across the globe.  Running along the Kowloon side of Victoria Harbour, the stylish building covers 10,000 sq m of exhibition space, with 12 high-ceiling galleries and plenty of onsite dining options.

As art is inseparable from life, the West Kowloon neighborhood program also builds a bridge between the local life of the bustling communities of Yau Ma Tei and Jordan, which are home to many historical architecture sites, time-tested stores and traditional craftsmanship, and the artistic lure of the WKCD.

Throughout the continuous evolution and revitalization, the neighborhood has numerous astonishing experiences for the public and visitors to uncover. The campaign will draw people from across the city to rediscover it from new perspectives to drive in-depth local tourism and stimulate economic activities in the neighborhood while international borders are not fully opened.

If you are planning to visit the up-and-coming cultural district, here are some exciting places you should visit.

Located in the heart of WKCD area, Freespace is Hong Kong’s newest centre for contemporary performances and has been built to push boundaries and promote creative exchanges. If you are looking to experience art in new ways, Freespace houses The Box, Hong Kong’s largest black box theatre, a perfect venue for experimental theatre and events, as well as multipurpose venues called The Room and The Studio, which are used for everything from workshops to exhibitions. You can also immerse yourself into fun entertainment and local delicacies at a nearby bar by having craft beers, cocktails, bar bites, and live music performances.

Hong Kong Cultural Centre

Continue your exploration of arts and creativity along the harbourfront by visiting the Hong Kong Cultural Centre. Widely recognised for its photogenic façade, the multipurpose venue has long served as the foremost destination for cultural entertainment since its opening in 1989. Don’t miss a chance to catch a live performance, from ballet shows to theatre productions.

Meaning ‘food, art, and music,’ FAM combines cultural experiences with contemporary Chinese dining into one potent mix. Immerse yourself into the Art Deco vibe at this open-air restaurant with light installations and don’t miss a chance to enjoy the well-appointed interiors with plenty of sunlight and bold colours that will leave you with a plethora of Instagram-worthy photos. If you wish to have an amazing dining experience, FAM offers an incredible 180-degree view of Victoria Harbour and the grass lawn of Museum Drive. The best way to enjoy this restaurant is dining al fresco to appreciate their modern fusion interpretations of Chinese cuisine.

Xiqu Center

Located on a 13,800 m² site of Canton Road and Austin Road West in the West Kowloon Cultural District, Xiqu Center is the city’s premier venue for Chinese Opera.

Known for its iconic façade – worth admiring for its interlocking pattern and undulating silhouette when the sunset reflects off of it – the venue features a 1,100-seat main theatre, public leisure space, 2,000m² of training and education facilities, a 120-seat seminar hall, rehearsal rooms and practice areas.

The area also incorporates theatre, arts, education, and public space in one place where visitors can enjoy an array of performances and musical concerts, ranging from folk and Chinese opera music to chamber music and choral performances. 

Artistic endeavours at Xiqu Centre don’t just come in the form of performances, either; the elaborate costuming and make-up of its versatile performers are awe-inspiring as well, providing the perfect platform to educate new generations and out-of-towners on the cultural heritage of this traditional art form. The Tea House Theatre Experience is designed to ease new audiences into Cantonese opera, serving dim sum and tea during performances for a fun and engaging experience.

To enjoy the best view of the vibrant city of Hong Kong, Sky100 will be the best spot to visit. Located on the 100th floor of the International Commerce Centre, sky100 is an observation deck like no other in Hong Kong. The deck offers a stunning 360-degree panoramic view of Hong Kong from a greatly elevated perspective. The sights stretching across Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, and beyond should be mesmerising enough, but should your attention wander, there are also other attractions to keep you entertained, such as interactive multimedia exhibits, a virtual reality station, and AR photo-taking.

Dubbed as the highest bar in the world, Ozone is located on the 118th floor of Ritz-Carlton hotel. Offers picturesque scenery and unique dining experience, the bar is predominantly blue-hued to match the sky outside the floor-to-ceiling windows, with an outdoor terrace to venture out onto. On cloudy days, the top of the ICC disappears from sight and visitors will find their city views shrouded with mist, giving a slightly ethereal vibe. In addition to its breathtaking panoramic view, guests can also enjoy lounge music, mixologist cocktails, Asian-style tapas, and Japanese specialities. End you adventurous journey here and dance the night away.

Dubbed as Hong Kong’s up-and-coming culture hub, West Kowloon has everything for everyone to enjoy. Whether you are an art vulture, architecture enthusiast or a passionate foodie, you will never run out of things to do in this vibrant district. 

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Your neighbourhood guide to the West Kowloon Cultural District

Header image courtesy of West Kowloon Cultural District (Facebook)

The name “West Kowloon Cultural District” comes up on the news every now and then, but it’s not always accompanied by much detail. Many questions remain, such as, “Is it open yet? What is there to do? Where is it exactly, even?” Fear not—our neighbourhood guide to the West Kowloon Cultural District will cover everything you need to know as you plan your summer merrymaking in Hong Kong.

A brief history

It all started a surprising two decades ago in 1996 when a survey conducted by the Hong Kong Tourism Board discovered that tourists found Hong Kong lacking in cultural opportunities. The city’s first Chief Executive Tung Chee Hwa agreed, and proposed the establishment of the West Kowloon Cultural District in his 1998 policy address, aiming to elevate Hong Kong as an arts and culture hub.

However, the ambitious project was repeatedly stalled over the years because of planning, financial, and design problems. In the end, the government decided to build up the district in separate phases instead of working on the entire 40 hectares of reclaimed land all at once. While future venues that are still under construction include two art museums, a dance centre, a convention centre, and more, there’s already plenty to do at the District now. So pack your bags and take the MTR to either Kowloon Station or Austin Station; after a few minutes’ walk, you’re set for a full day of unwinding at the Cultural District.

Things to see & do

Bask in the stunning sea view and relax at the sprawling, green heart of the Cultural District. At Art Park and the adjacent waterfront promenade, you can enjoy a picnic, go jogging, walk your dog, and cycle along on one of their shared bikes, but you can also play frisbee, ball games, skateboard, and fly a kite—a rarity for Hong Kong parks. Didn’t pack lunch? There’s also a slew of bars, cafés, and restaurants nearby, as well as a pet-friendly café that serves chips and ice cream for dogs. If you’re lucky, you might catch a street performance, too! Lastly, finish the day by admiring the gorgeous sunset over Victoria Harbour.

Art Park , West Kowloon Cultural District, 18 Museum Drive, Tsim Sha Tsui

Nursery Park

Near the Art Park is the smaller Nursery Park, which doubles as a tree nursery and testing grounds for plants to be grown in the Art Park in the future. Whether it’s salt-tolerant waterfront plants, seasonal woodland plants, shade-tolerant urban plants, or Southeast Asian orchards, all types of plants can be found in this small plant lover’s paradise. Feel free to call (+852) 2200 0778 or email [email protected] ask for a guided tour of the park or just picnic and admire seasonal colour changes of the plants at the park.

Nursery Park , West Kowloon Cultural District, 18 Museum Drive, Tsim Sha Tsui

“Growing Up” Pavilion

Next to the Nursery Park is a building you might’ve seen before in people’s photoshoots on Instagram. Well, wonder where it is no more. Named “Growing Up” because it symbolises how Hong Kong is nurturing its arts scene in the West Kowloon Cultural District, the pavilion is the winning design out of 300-plus entries in the first Hong Kong Young Architects & Designers Competition. The pavilion offers a gorgeous sea view in addition to being a highly photogenic spot with its layered design of distinctive lines and soothing timbre.

“Growing Up” Pavilion , West Kowloon Cultural District, 18 Museum Drive, Tsim Sha Tsui

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Don’t be fooled by its drab, utilitarian exterior—as the city’s new hub for all types of contemporary performance, Freespace is bursting with creativity. The collection of spaces that is Freespace includes the largest black box theatre in Hong Kong, convertible studios, and multipurpose rooms, as well as a small bar and performance space that regularly hosts the best from the local music scene. Take a look at their events page to see what kinds of musical, theatrical, or artistic performances and exhibits are on at the moment.

Freespace , West Kowloon Cultural District, 18 Museum Drive, Tsim Sha Tsui | (+852) 2200 0217

Opening on 12 November 2021 , M+ is a brand-new museum of visual culture in the West Kowloon Cultural District and is expected to house artworks and multimedia displays from the twenty and twenty-first centuries across its 17,000 square metres of exhibition space, cinemas, lecture theatres, and performance spaces. Replete with gift shops and cafés for browsing and refuelling, M+ additionally boasts an advantageous public roof terrace, offering stunning views of Victoria Harbour and the Hong Kong skyline. The new construction will replace the M+ Pavilion, a temporary home for exhibitions while M+ is still under constriction.

M+ , West Kowloon Cultural District, 18 Museum Drive, Tsim Sha Tsui

Xiqu Centre

Separated from the other facilities by a swathe of construction sites on the other end of the promenade is the Xiqu Centre, Hong Kong’s premier venue for Cantonese opera and traditional forms of Chinese theatre—in fact, its name is a transliteration of the Chinese term for Chinese opera (戲曲).

Step through the main entrance of the sleek building (shaped to resemble parted stage curtains!) and drop in on guided tours, talks on Chinese culture, cultural craft workshops, and, of course, to watch a performance of Cantonese opera. Xiqu Centre also boasts a signature Tea House Theatre Experience , a 90-minute showcase of various vocal and musical styles specifically designed to enlighten those new to Cantonese opera.

Xiqu Centre , 88 Austin Road West, Tsim Sha Tsui | (+852) 2200 0217

West Kowloon Station

Right beside the Cultural District is the West Kowloon Station, the terminus of the Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Hong Kong Express Rail Link, more commonly referred to as the high-speed rail. The station’s interior is already an architectural marvel by itself, with its wavy, arching white ceiling, but the building’s most notable aspect is the green plaza surrounding and atop the station. Climb the elegantly named Sky Corridor, before unwinding among the lush greenery on the rooftop sightseeing deck and soak in a panoramic view of the Victoria Harbour from a brand-new, elevated angle. And though the station is closed until further notice at the moment because of Covid-19 travel restrictions, it’s certainly worth checking out another day.

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After running around the park with your favourite pooch, treat yourselves to a light meal at the pet-friendly café Hooman. Their menu features a selection of creative hot dog combinations named after different dog breeds, with the option to build your own hot dog if you fancy. On the side, try their decadent creamy truffle fries ($78), the healthier acai & mixed berries yoghurt parfait ($68), or the refreshing lemon espresso tonic ($58). The café also sells ice cream for dogs from Hugo & Celine with flavours such as Lickin’ Liver and Happy Herring —feed your pup some and he’ll be ever grateful towards his favourite hooman.

Hooman , Shop GF07, Art Park, West Kowloon Cultural District, 18 Museum Drive, Tsim Sha Tsui | (+852) 6749 0777

Rest Coffee Gin

Rest Coffee Gin distinguishes itself amongst cafés not only because it’s a café by day and a bar by night, but also because they don’t have a drink menu. Instead, the shop invites customers to step in smell the various coffee beans sourced from around the world before picking a brew for a more personalised and highly customisable experience. The same goes for the tea leaves and matcha powders they offer as well. When the sun sets, customers may choose from almost a hundred different types of gin paired with any one of eight different kinds of tonic, all to be enjoyed along classy mains include the grilled Ibérico pork blade shoulder ($178) and the A3 Wagyu beef cutlet sandwich ($318).

Rest Coffee Gin , Shop GF04, Art Park, West Kowloon Cultural District, 18 Museum Drive, Tsim Sha Tsui | (+852) 2697 8938

Luxuriate in an artisanal meal of fusion Asian-French cuisine after your long day out. Highlights include their sweet and briny sea urchin risotto ($398) and the firm and juicy grilled French duck breast in jasmine maltose ($328), though those who wish to try the whole range of what PANO has to offer may want to opt for the expertly balanced 10-course tasting menu ($1,188). Dine on starters such as the beautifully presented applewood-smoked organic broccoli royale with Hokkaido sea urchin and aromatic mains like the allspice maltose French pigeon with shallot purée all while s oaking up the glistening waters and views of Victoria Harbour from their alfresco seating and floor-to-ceiling windows.

Pano , Shop 1, 1/F, Art Park, West Kowloon Cultural District, 18 Museum Drive, Tsim Sha Tsui | (+852) 2361 9600

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Of course there’s going to be a Cantonese dim sum place in Hong Kong’s Cultural District! Continue the cultural immersion at FAM (囍公館), where you can pick from a wide selection of traditional Cantonese dishes and dim sum, some endowed with a modern twist. Whether it’s the velvety boneless Sichuan chicken fillet with chilli oil, artichokes & spring onion ($168), or the ingeniously plated deep-fried turnip cake ($78), you can’t go wrong with kicking back and enjoying a few shared plates of Cantonese food here.

FAM (囍公館) , Shop GF01–03, Art Park, West Kowloon Cultural District, 18 Museum Drive, Tsim Sha Tsui | (+852) 2866 3667

Lau Bak Freespace Livehouse

On the ground floor of Freespace is a continuation of the building’s performance-centred vision, as the Lau Bak Freespace Livehouse is a bar, restaurant, and music venue all rolled into one. Sip on craft beers and signature cocktails as you watch live music performances by some of the best from the local music scene and check out their fusion dinner menu as well, including the intriguing cabbage farfalle with tom yum kung ($128) and their hearty weekend brunch menu, featuring the Instagrammable all-day breakfast ($148).

Lau Bak Freespace Livehouse , Freespace, West Kowloon Cultural District, 18 Museum Drive, Tsim Sha Tsui | (+852) 2868 4333

Café Bohème

Feast on artisanal pizzas while gazing out across the harbour at Café Bohème! Their signature prosciutto di Parma pizza ($158)—in which the crisp yet fluffy dough is topped with fresh arugula and generous slices of prosciutto—is a must-try, and so is their Reine pizza ($148), featuring Italian baked ham and basil leaves. The seaside restaurant also provides a few salads for a healthier option, as well as Italian desserts such as the curious Nutella & banana pizza ($88).

Café Bohème , Shop GF06, Art Park, West Kowloon Cultural District, 18 Museum Drive, Tsim Sha Tsui | (+852) 5322 7969

WabiSabi Coffee • Kissa

This homely Japanese coffeehouse is a great pit stop for those who feel like grabbing a bite of Japanese sweets or affordable Japanese-Italian fusion dishes. Notable mains include the umami-laced spaghetti with saikyo miso salmon ($88), and snacks include the unique deep-fried chicken skin gyoza ($68 for eight pieces). Kick back and appreciate this cosy corner’s Japanese and Western café aesthetics.

WabiSabi Coffee • Kissa , Shop GF05, Art Park, West Kowloon Cultural District, 18 Museum Drive, Tsim Sha Tsui | (+852) 5282 8432

Ngai was born and raised in Hong Kong and is currently studying at university in the United States. You can find her wandering around the city, experimenting with egg recipes and nerding out about the news.

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How to Explore Hong Kong’s West Kowloon Cultural District and Peng Chau Island

One of the things that keeps me coming back to Hong Kong is the number of worlds stretched out right in front of you. You can take in a show at the new M+ Museum in bustling West Kowloon. Less than an hour later you can be admiring a temple decorated in shades of fiery red and gold alongside a beautiful beach on Peng Chau Island. Here w e explore the famed harbour town from city to beach.

WEST KOWLOON CULTURAL DISTRICT (WKCD)  

Photograph: Courtesy Hong Kong Palace Museum

This is the newest area of Hong Kong, built on reclaimed land in storied Victoria Harbour over the past few years. The district is believed to be one of the largest public projects in the world, with 17 cultural venues and a central park. It’s also home to new, world-class museums, the Hong Kong Palace Museum and the M+. The latter is said to be Asia’s first global museum of contemporary visual culture. The Hong Kong Palace Museum will focus on Chinese art and culture and is slated to open mid-2022. The WKCD also includes one of the world’s most strikingly modern designs in the Xiqu Centre, which stages Chinese opera performances. The building features a tall, wavy, metallic exterior with thousands of aluminum ribs.   

Inside the Xiqu Centre performing arts centre in West Kowloon. Photo by Valeriy Eydlin/Shutterstock

You enter and find yourself under waves of brilliant white, thin panels and a giant, red and white coloured light fixture that’s meant to mimic a grand chandelier. It’s truly one of the most spectacular bits of architecture you’ll ever see. The WKCD has quickly become the cultural and artistic centre of Hong Kong, a place enjoyed by locals and visitors alike. Not only is the district a hip and happening region of its own, but the views of central Hong Kong and the peaks of Hong Kong Island are astonishing. You’ll catch amazing sunsets from the west side of the district.  Designers here have created plenty of open space, with wide expanses of deep green lawn, folding wooden chairs to relax on, as well as palm trees and deciduous trees. It’s less than one kilometre from the ferry dock in Tsim Sha Tsui to the WKCD. You also can take public transit to the West Kowloon station, itself an architectural masterpiece.  The West Kowloon Cultural District also includes parts of two great Hong Kong neighbourhoods; Jordan and Yau Ma Tei. Jordan is home to Hong Kong’s famous night market, where you can find everything from watches to antiques. There also are a plethora of casual food stalls. Yau Ma Tei is home to carefully crafted historic buildings such as the Yau Ma Tei Theatre and the Tong Lau building on Shanghai Street.     

STAY: The W Hotel is a stylish, five-star property in West Kowloon. It’s connected to the Elements shopping mall and has t he highest outdoor swimming pool in Hong Kong . The Eaton Hong Kong is a bright, clean, convenient hotel on Nathan Road in the Jordan neighbourhood. It’s rated four-stars and also is eco-certified. I had a great stay there on my last visit.  

Braised Sea Cucumber with Pomelo Peel and Dried Shrimp Roe in Supreme Sauce. Photo by the Ritz Carlton

EAT: Located on the 102 nd floor at the Ritz Carlton, Tin Lung Heen serves up authentic Cantonese cuisine, including dim sum. The views of Hong Kong and Victoria Harbour are truly spectacular.  

PENG CHAU ISLAND  

Peng Chau’s picturesque, C-shaped beach of Tung Wan Bay, is a popular spot among visitors – particularly Instagram enthusiasts.

This horseshoe-shaped island is a tiny little slice of old-style Hong Kong, with a pretty beach, casual seafood restaurants and fascinating temples. You know you’re in a different place than Kowloon when you get off your boat and find dozens of folks scattered about on old plastic chairs, playing mah jong or other games. Some locals have donated exercise bikes, which residents and visitors can use to work off a big lunch in a shady spot overlooking the sea. There are no cars allowed on the island, so this is a wonderful spot for a getaway.   

The island was once home to buzzing factories that made porcelain and other materials. They’re mostly closed now, but make excellent Instagram photo material. Explorers will find small art galleries scattered about the island, as well. Lung Mo Temple is built across the road from crescent-shaped Tung Wan Beach, which makes sense when you understand that Lung Mo is a Chinese goddess of water. Tin Hau Temple has a bronze bell that dates to the 1700s. Take the gentle hike to the top of 96-metre-high Finger Hill and enjoy the view of Ngan Chau Tsai Pavilion, an open-air affair with a graceful green roof. Try a walk down a short path to the right of the pavilion for great views of orange-hued rocks along the water. Another great Instagram spot is Tai Lei Island, a tiny drop of an island that’s connected to Peng Chau by a short bridge. There’s a small beach with a rock that looks like a turtle emerging from the ocean. Peng Chau’s small markets teeming with locals, coffee and tea shops, and more, keep it buzzing. “Peng Chau,” says Hong Kong tour guide Olivia Tang, “has many goodies packed in a small box.”  

Photo courtesy of Hong Kong Tourism

Explore : One of the coolest places to check out on Peng Chau is the Fook Yuen Leather Factory, an historic building erected in the 1930s. Today’s owners have transformed the grounds into a wildly colourful “secret garden,” with odd, fascinating displays made up of old chairs, bicycles, and even a yellow submarine.  

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The Best Things to Do in Kowloon, Hong Kong

Kowloon is often considered to be the more authentic and edgier side of Hong Kong . It may be the most densely populated area, but with this comes a curious mix of old and new culture, and a diverse host of attractions to explore. Here are Culture Trip’s recommendations for where to eat, drink and visit.

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Eat street food in Mong Kok

Mong Kok shopping area , which covers a labyrinth of narrow streets packed with shops and stalls, offers a wide range of street food at wallet-friendly prices. The top choice is deep-fried sticky tofu, famed for its pungent odour that spreads for miles; the crunchy skin and tender fillings will win you over. Other popular options include curry fish balls, siu mai (pork and prawn dumplings), egg waffles and sweet egg tarts. If you get thirsty after these street snacks, give bubble tea (sometimes known as pearl milk tea) a try. The bubbles, or pearls, refer to chewy tapioca balls which add an interesting texture to this local speciality drink. The majority of street food stalls are scattered on Sai Yeung Choi Street, Dundas Street, Fa Yuen Street and Soy Street.

Dedicated to the Taoist God of healing, Wong Tai Sin Temple is home to three of China’s main religions: Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism. Icons of gods from the three faiths are worshipped here, including Guanyin (Bodhisattva of Compassion) from Buddhism, Yu Di (the Jade Deity in Taoism) and Confucius himself. Rumoured to make every wish come true, Wong Tai Sin Temple receives hordes of visitors every day. Worshippers who pray here can learn their fortune via a process called Kau Kim, in which they shake a bamboo cylinder, receive a written message and consult a soothsayer to interpret its meaning. Why not head in and try your luck?

Meet macaques in Kam Shan Country Park

Many think of Hong Kong as just a concrete jungle, but this region is mostly made up of unspoiled countryside, making the area a great place for hiking. Located in the north of Kowloon, Kam Shan (also named monkey hill) is famous not only because of its picturesque scenery but also because of its vast population of macaques. Take the 1.5-hour walk to the top, where you can admire the monkeys and a wide variety of flora.

Visit museums in Tsim Sha Tsui

The Tsim Sha Tsui promenade is a popular spot for visitors, but not all travellers are aware of the multitude of museums in the vicinity. The Hong Kong Science Museum, Space Museum, History Museum and Art Museum are all located in Tsim Sha Tsui . Those looking for an interactive experience should opt for the Space Museum or Science Museum – both filled with games. Meanwhile, the Art Museum and History Museum are the perfect place for calmer cultural reflection.

Head to the top of Hong Kong’s tallest building

Marvel at the views from the observation deck located on the 100th floor of Hong Kong’s tallest skyscraper, the International Commercial Centre (ICC) located in West Kowloon . This 360-degree indoor observation deck offers sweeping views of the iconic Hong Kong skyline, Victoria Harbour, the Kowloon Peninsula and Tai Mo Shan in the background. Sky100 is located two floors below The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong.

Taste local life in Sham Shui Po

Sham Shui Po is where you’ll find the last living vestiges of “old Hong Kong”. Rare examples of Lingnan architecture line the streets, which give a sense that the city’s rapid development just happened to skip past this neighbourhood. At Apliu Street Flea market visitors can pick up bargain electronic goods and antique trinkets. Don’t miss the chance to see the Sham Shui Po Wet Market either, where traditional foods like salty fish, country egg and dried shrimp fill the stalls.

Travel Across Victoria Harbour By Star Ferry

After exploring Tsim Sha Tsui, why not continue your journey in Central Hong Kong? From the pier at the end of the promenade, catch the iconic Star Ferry over to the island side of the city for some seriously impressive views. The 10-minute journey will give you plenty of time to take in (and/or take photos of) the skyline on both sides of the city’s harbour. But the best thing about this crossing? It costs less than $1 (7.85 Hong Kong dollars) for the crossing. So if you miss anything the first time round, you just jump on again.

Explore Temple Street Night Market

Just a 15-minute walk from Mong Kok metro station, Temple Street comes alive after sunset as traders, street performers and fortune tellers gather and set up shop. This famous night market is a great opportunity to experience local culture and traditional craftsmanship, and buy lots of souvenirs, including antiques, jade, clothing, tea ware and electronic gadgets.

Chi Lin Nunnery and Nan Lian Garden

Chi Lin Nunnery was built in 1934 and is the world’s largest handmade wooden building. The temple is held together with a complex system of interlocking wooden beams; not a single nail was used in the construction process. The lotus pond here is surrounded by lush foliage which creates a peaceful environment for relaxation and meditation. Travellers can also take a walk in the Nan Lian Garden.

Stroll along Hong Kong’s Hollywood Walk of Fame

Located next to the breathtaking Victoria harbour, the Avenue of Stars is Hong Kong’s answer to the Hollywood Walk of Fame. The path is lined with handprints of famous Chinese film stars, commemorative plaques and movie memorabilia. And there’s also a life-size bronze statue of Bruce Lee.

Visit the site of the notorious Kowloon Walled City

Kowloon Walled City Park was originally a Chinese military fort. However, after Hong Kong was leased to Britain in 1898, it became a lawless enclave, a city within a city, where many criminals flocked. Buildings inside the Walled City were constructed illegally and by 1990, the Walled City contained 50,000 residents within its six-acre borders. From the 1950s to the 1970s, it was controlled by local gangs and had high rates of prostitution, gambling and drug abuse. The slum was finally demolished in 1993 and reopened in 1995 as a beautiful Chinese-style garden. Some historical artefacts from the Walled City, including its yamen building (a space formerly used for government administration) and remnants of its South Gate, have been preserved there.

Enjoy a cocktail with “that” view in Tsim Sha Tsui East

All the best bars and clubs in Kowloon are concentrated in Tsim Sha Tsui East. Each bar and club has its own unique feature or theme. Some are decorated as Shanghai in the 1980s, some boast live band performances, while others offer amazing views of the Hong Kong skyline at night. Eyebar in the iSquare mall has outdoor seating for balmier evenings. Aqua Spirit, located on the 30th floor of Peking Road Shopping Arcade, offers an uninterrupted vista through floor-to-ceiling windows in a sophisticated setting.

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Kowloon is a major part of Hong Kong's urban area. There, you can admire the breathtaking Victoria Harbour scenery, shop on some of the busiest avenues in the world, and find some places you have seen before in movies and dramas.

Follow me as we explore 10 of the top experiences in Kowloon and learn what you can expect if you visit.

1. Shopping in Tsim Sha Tsui

Tsim Sha Tsui is one of the most bustling shopping areas in the world, with stores and malls selling popular brand-name goods from all over the world.

First visit Harbour City on Canton Road. This is one of the largest shopping malls in Hong Kong, covering an area of over 2 million square feet and gathering together over 700 stores, 50 restaurants and 2 theaters.

Or walk along Nathan Road, an avenue filled with popular brand-name stores and palatial malls. Some nearby streets, like Salisbury Road, are also good for shopping.

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2. Visit Victoria Harbour in the Avenue of Stars

The Avenue of Stars is at the south of Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon. It is one of the best places for observing the scenery of Victoria Harbour and the Hong Kong skyline. It's a good place to rest after shopping.

If you like Hong Kong movies, be sure to find here the palm-print tablets of famous Hong Kong movie stars and directors like Bruce Lee, Jackie Chan and John Woo.

For a pleasant and romantic experience, walk along the avenue with the one you love, watching the sun sink slowly beneath the horizon and the city being lit again by neon lights.

3. Ride on the Star Ferry

The Star Ferry is a popular boat ride enjoyed by visitors and local people alike for over 100 years. The ferry takes you from Kowloon to Hong Kong Island, and vice versa. It takes you out of the busy streets for a while and provides relaxing views of Victoria Harbour.

If you have more free time, you are recommended to try the Star Ferry's scenic tour. The boat departs from Tsim Sha Tsui Pier, sails around Victoria Harbour for an hour and then returns. It provides a good opportunity to enjoy the harbor scenery and the skyline.

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4. Enjoy Tasty Food in Ashley Road

Anywhere in Kowloon, you can easily find a restaurant within ten minutes' walk. If you like sweet and refreshing delicacies, Kowloon may be just the palate-paradise for you.

Ashley Road near Nathan Road is a gourmet's delight. Here you can try local dim sum – different kinds of bite-sized food – as well as dishes from Japan, Korea, India or Thailand. If Asian food is not for you, you'll probably also be able to find some dishes from your home country.

5. Celebrate Tin Hau's Birthday in a Tin Hau Temple

The 23rd day of the third lunar month (April 27, 2019 or April 15, 2020) is the birthday of Tim Hau, the goddess of marine protection worshiped by Hong Kong fishermen. Although fishing is no longer as common as it used to be, the celebration is still convened every year.

There are about 70 Tin Hau Temples in Hong Kong. The one in Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon, is one of the largest. In addition to being able to enjoy the celebration, the historical buildings, bells and tablets draw you closer to local people's lives and worship.

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6. Walk Around Temple Street

After visiting the Tin Hau Temple in Yau Ma Tei, don't forget to visit Temple Street nearby. Unlike the luxury shopping streets in Tsim Sha Tsui, Temple Street is regarded as a night club for Hong Kong citizens. Various interesting goods and tasty foods are sold there at reasonable prices.

Shops and stalls open at nightfall and sell goods like men's clothes, handicrafts, tea sets, jade jewelry or cheap electronics. Since many of the goods are preferred by males, Temple Street is also called "men's street".

Temple Street is also a famous filming site. If you like Hong Kong movies, do visit here to find some impressive movie-settings, or to taste some dishes enjoyed by the film-characters.

7. Explore "Women's Street" in Mong Kok

Mong Kok is another popular shopping street, with large malls, specialist shops and open-air stalls all in the same place. From the most expensive jewelry to the cheapest objects, you can find everything you want, depending on your budget.

Mong Kok has a "women's street", analogous to the "men's street" in Yau Ma Tei, where you can find women's clothing, cosmetics, decorations and household supplies.

Some other streets, like "sneaker street", "golden fish street" and "flower street", are all worth a visit. They are interesting just to walk around, even if you don't buy anything.

8. Make a Wish in Wong Tai Sin Temple

Wong Tai Sin Temple is one of the most famous Taoist temples in Hong Kong. It was built in honor of Wong Tai Sin, a kind doctor who saved the lives of many people.

Local people believe that if they make a wish to Wong Tai Sin, it will soon come true. You are welcome to pick up some free joss-sticks in the temple and make a wish, just like the local people.

Every noon-time, students of Wong Tai Sin gather in the main hall for sacrificial activities. The temple is the only place in Hong Kong where you can host Taoist weddings. If you are lucky enough, you will have an opportunity to see a whole Taoist wedding ceremony.

9. See Movie Settings at Yau Ma Tei Fruit Market

Yau Ma Tei Wholesale Fruit Market was first established in 1913. It still looks the way it used to. Decades ago, it was the largest wholesale fruit market in Hong Kong and Kowloon.

The market site is famous among Hong Kong movie fans because it used to be a stomping ground for Hong Kong mafia, and many mafia-themed movies were filmed here.

Today, there are no more mafia here, but fading signboards, old buildings, rusted door frames and fragrant fruit take people back in their imaginations to some classic Hong Kong movies.

10. Visit Art Studios in Cattle Depot Artist Village

The Cattle Depot Artist Village is located at No. 63 Ma Tau Kok Road, Kowloon. It is not a famous attraction, for many Hong Kong people hardly know the place.

It used to be a real cattle depot, established in 1908. Closed in 1999, the red brick building was rented to some young artists, and gradually became an artists' village, with over 20 artistic teams.

Unless there are performances or shows, the village is quiet and peaceful. You may walk around the art studios and try communicating with local artists. The old buildings provide some good backgrounds for photographs.

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14 Best Things to Do in Kowloon

What is kowloon most famous for.

Some of the best things to do in Kowloon include galleries, museums and live performance venues. An extension of Hong Kong Island, Kowloon is a sprawling area of land on the tip of mainland China that was ceded to Britain in 1860. 

With multiple transport links, it’s just as convenient to visit Kowloon’s most fascinating sites as it is to get around Hong Kong Island. Plus, this is where you will find many of the city's most iconic shopping markets. We have collected the best attractions in Kowloon and listed them below.

What are the best things to do in Kowloon?

The avenue of stars.

The Avenue of Stars is a promenade located along the waterfront in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong. Like the Hollywood Walk of Fame, it celebrates those who have made great contributions to the local film industry. Each of the 100 plaques has the handprint and autograph of the celebrity it represents. Special lights on the floor make the avenue sparkle at night. A series of film-related sculptures are ideal to take photos with, using Victoria Harbour as a glamorous background.

Location: Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade

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Symphony of Lights

This nightly spectacle is a riot of colourful lasers synchronised with music and takes advantage of Hong Kong’s wonderful cityscape. In total, 44 buildings are part of the 14-minute show, which takes place at 8pm every night. It’s shamelessly touristic and if it’s your first time in Hong Kong you will no doubt want to witness this most famous of skylines lit up with colour. 

You can watch the show from the boardwalk on the water’s edge, or go classy by finding a high vantage point at one of Kowloon’s rooftop bars. 

Open: Daily at 8 pm

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Temple street night market.

Temple Street Night Market is the largest market in Hong Kong so it’s a firm fixture on the shopping itineraries of most visitors to Hong Kong. You’ll find all sorts here: clothes, bags, shoes, watches, DVDs, home furnishings and plenty of souvenirs. It gets going around sunset and lasts until around 11pm. Never accept the first price as bargaining is all part of the fun at Temple Street Night Market.

Location: Temple St, Jordan, Hong Kong

Open: Daily from 5 pm to 11 pm

Wong Tai Sin Temple

Wong Tai Sin Temple is a beautifully preserved complex in Kowloon. Peaceful and charming, the 18,000 sqm temple is located in Wong Tai Sin and is dedicated to the 3 major religions in China – Taoism, Confucianism and Buddhism.

Besides the grand hall, main attractions include Three-Saint Hall, the Taoist temple and the Nine Dragons Wall. Also, there are a lot of historical inscriptions inside. The main temple was built according to traditional Chinese architecture, which includes red pillars and a gold roof.

Location: 2 Chuk Yuen Village, Wong Tai Sin, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Open: Daily from 7 am to 5.30 pm

Phone: +852 2327 8141

Jade Market and Jade Street

Jade Market is a collection of traders all dealing in fashion jewellery, ornaments, rings, pendants, anything made from the semi-precious stone jade, in fact. The street next to the undercover market houses a whole row of shops and traders dealing in jade and other precious stones.

The quality of the jade is usually reflected in the price, and although the purest green stones are very expensive, it’s also possible to pick up some rather inexpensive items, typically yellow or brown jade. Jade Market is closest to MTR Yau Ma Tei Station.

Location: Jade St, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Open: Daily from 9 am to 6 pm

Hong Kong Cultural Centre

The Hong Kong Cultural Centre hosts a regular bill of performances, including music concerts, European and Chinese opera, ballet and theatre.

World-famous artists visiting Hong Kong will likely play here so it’s worth checking which performances are coming up before you visit. Inside there is the main concert hall, 2 theatres, and an exhibition gallery. Some smaller performances are also free to enter, especially in the afternoon.

Location: 10 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Phone: +852 2734 2009

Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre

This is a cultural museum for fans of history, providing detailed information about Hong Kong's past. Exhibits look at the changing face of transport, work and prehistoric artefacts found on archaeological digs.

To accompany the exhibits there are documentaries and models. Located in Kowloon Park, visitors can have a walk around the green expanse before or after a tour through Hong Kong’s history and culture. The museum is walking distance from MTR Tsim Sha Tsui. Entry is free.

Location: Kowloon Park, Haiphong Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon

Open: Friday–Wednesday 10 am to 6 pm (open until 7 pm on weekends)

Phone: +852 2208 4400

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Hong Kong Science Museum

The Hong Kong Science Museum is a great example of a modern, interactive museum that is educational, enlightening and a lot of fun for all ages. As you enter you will see the impressive sight of a full-size DC3 aeroplane suspended from the ceiling but inside are plenty more ways to impress visitors. Lie on a bed of pins, see how renewable energy can charge your phone or see how our lives could be transformed by recycling plastics.

There is a total of 18 different sections or galleries to discover and the vast majority of the museum is very ‘hands on’. You can even play a giant game of mouse trap! Dusty display cabinets and longwinded lectures have been thrown away and in its place are live demonstrations, experiments and computer exhibits which you can play and interact with.

Location: 2 Science Museum Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Open: Monday–Wednesday and Friday from 10 am to 7 pm, Saturday–Sunday 10 am to 9 pm

Phone: +852 2732 3232

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Hong Kong Space Museum

Popular with children and teenagers, this high-tech museum features one of the most advanced planetariums and interactive models in the world, explaining the basics of space exploration. You can even go weightless through a flywire exhibition and the Hall of Solar Science allows close observation of the sun.

The Space Museum also offers a number of interactive rides including a virtual paraglider and an actual multi-axis chair like the ones used to train astronauts. The Space Theatre shows 7 movies each day, highlighting space travel, the natural world, and even sports. 

Open: Monday and Wednesday–Friday from 1 pm to 9 pm, Saturday–Sunday from 10 am to 9 pm

Phone: +852 2721 0226

Kowloon Park

Kowloon is primarily an urban and built-up environment so it's odds on that you and your children will soon find yourself needing a bit of greenery. Kowloon Park, a beautiful green spot in the city, offers a wide selection of free activities for the kids to let off some steam, such as a swimming pool, a games area and an outdoor sculpture park. 

There are plenty of paths for walking and lots of grassy spots for relaxing and taking things easy a little. The park also offers a lake, ponds, streams and classic Chinese gardens. 

Location: 22 Austin Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Open: Daily from 5 am to midnight

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Kowloon Walled City Park

One of the original walled cities in Hong Kong, Kowloon Walled City Park area has been preserved as a city park, complete with wonderful gardens, pavilions, sculptures and plenty of walkways. Although only the Old South Gate remains from the fabled Walled City, you can get a sense of these first settlers and their enclosed fortresses.

Nowadays the Walled City Park is a welcome change from the once-squalid neighbourhood. The design of the park is based on the Jiangnan garden style of the early Qing Dynasty. It is divided into 8 landscape features, with the Yamen, a 3-hall structure fully restored in its Qing Dynasty appearance at its centre.

Location: Kowloon City, Hong Kong

Open: Daily from 6.30 am to 11 pm

Phone: +852 2716 9962

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Hong Kong Museum of History

The Hong Kong Museum of History offers a fascinating insight into the metropolitan city-state. The museum's permanent exhibition consists of 8 galleries, which include immersive displays on Hong Kong’s prehistoric ecosystem, reproductions of rock carvings found at Big Wave Bay, and artefacts of stone, pottery and bronze dating back to the Neolithic period.

The Hong Kong Story is a fascinating and free permanent exhibition, detailing the origins of the city-state, from its time as a fishing village, through colonialization, right up to becoming one of the world’s largest centres of finance. The Hong Kong Museum of History also offers free interpretation guided tours and paper model-making workshops for visitors with visual and hearing impairments.

Location: 100 Chatham Road South, Tsim Sha Tsui East, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Open: Monday and Wednesday–Friday from 10 am to 6 pm, Saturday–Sunday from 10 am to 7 pm

Phone: +852 2724 9042

Lei Cheng Uk Han Tomb Museum

Lei Cheng Uk Han Tomb Museum is composed of an Eastern Han dynasty brick tomb and an exhibition gallery. The tomb was only discovered in 1955. According to the structure, calligraphy and content of the inscriptions on tomb bricks, it is believed that it was built in the Eastern Han dynasty (25 - 220 AD). The tomb was declared as a monument in 1988. 

Lei Cheng Uk Han Tomb Museum is located on Tonkin Street, a short walk from the Cheung Sha Wan MTR Station. Though the actual tomb is closed to the public for conservation reasons, visitors can still glimpse the interior through the glass panel at the Entrance Passage. Entrance is free and will take around 20 minutes to walk through this modest museum.

Location: 41 Tonkin Street, Sham Shui Po, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Open: Monday–Wednesday and Friday–Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm

Phone: +852 2386 2863

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HONG KONG TOURISM BOARD, HONG KONG ISLAND VISITOR CENTRE: All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (with Photos)

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Govt prepares for holiday arrivals

Secretary for Culture, Sports & Tourism Kevin Yeung (centre) chairs a meeting to co-ordinate the preparations for visitor arrivals during the Mainland’s Labour Day Golden Week.

The Culture, Sports & Tourism Bureau today convened a meeting to follow up on the preparatory work by various departments for the arrival of visitors to Hong Kong during the Mainland's Labour Day Golden Week, including crowd control management.

The meeting was chaired by Secretary for Culture, Sports & Tourism Kevin Yeung, with representatives from the Customs & Excise Department, Police, the Immigration Department, the Transport Department and district offices in attendance.

Representatives from tourism-related organisations including the Travel Industry Authority, the Tourism Board, the Travel Industry Council of Hong Kong and the West Kowloon Cultural District Authority, and from major tourist attractions and the hotel industry, also joined the session.

Mr Yeung said: “Government departments, relevant organisations and the trade will strengthen co-ordination and communication as well as enhance crowd management work to create a good travel experience for visitors and demonstrate the city's unique tourism appeal.”

During the Labour Day Golden Week, Police will make appropriate traffic arrangements if necessary, including arranging for public transport to use the designated dedicated lane at San Sham Road to travel to Lok Ma Chau/Huanggang Port.

In addition, the Inter-departmental Joint Command Centre will be activated to monitor the situation at each land control point as well as to maintain close liaison with Mainland counterparts and take contingency actions where necessary.

The Transport Department’s Emergency Transport Co-ordination Centre will operate 24 hours to monitor the traffic of different districts, including boundary control points and major stations, and implement response measures where appropriate.

The district offices will closely monitor the flow of visitors within their districts and strengthen management of the relevant spots with regard to the circumstances. Major tourist attractions will also put in place crowd control measures.

The Travel Industry Authority has reminded travel agents receiving Mainland inbound tour groups to stagger arrival times as far as possible and urged travel agents, shops and restaurants to implement measures for managing the order of visitors and coaches.

The authority will also deploy additional manpower to conduct inspection in districts where relatively more registered shops for inbound tour groups are located, and offer assistance to visitors and tourist guides to protect the rights of inbound tour group visitors.

Additionally, Customs will step up inspection of shops serving visitors to combat unfair trade practices. 

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Hong kong tourism board, hkwalls street art festival 2024.

Taking place in the heart of the city, HKwalls Street Art Festival welcomes international and local artists in Hong Kong to transform ordinary walls into original works of art across the Central and Western District to showcase their creativity and talent. HKwalls also hosts workshops, guided tours and artist’s talks around town. Photo 1–2 | © Daniel Murray Photo 3 | © HKWALLS & SINO

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23 March 2024 to 31 March 2025

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