Yau Tsim Mong District Unmissables
Yau Tsim Mong District serves as the commercial and cultural core of Kowloon. This selection features colonial landmarks like the 1915 Clock Tower and the Victorian-era 1881 Heritage, alongside the interactive Hong Kong Science and Space Museums. The area spans the 'Golden Mile' of Nathan Road to the Sky100 observation deck. Culinary highlights include Michelin-starred dim sum at Tim Ho Wan and traditional Cantonese desserts, while the neon-lit Temple Street and Tung Choi Street markets provide a look at local street commerce and evening dining hubs like Knutsford Terrace.
A Temple Street
This street market, located on the street named after the Tin Hau Temple, is a special one because it stays open long into the night.
B Sky100
This observation deck is situated on the 100th floor of the tallest building in Hong Kong (and one of the tallest ones in the world) -…
C Nathan Road
The oldest road in Kowloon, also called the "Golden Mile". Although the road is around 3.6 kilometers long, it will take you hours to cross…
D Harbour City
One of the largest mega-malls in Asia, located in Hong Kong’s Kowloon district.
E Kowloon Park
This very well maintained park dotted with public art is perfect for relaxation, strolling or people watching.
F Tung Choi Street
Representative shopping district stretching approximately 1260 meters, featuring specialized sections for fashion and pet supplies. The area includes a 160-meter northern stretch dedicated to aquatic life and a southern section known for affordable clothing and accessories.
G Tim Ho Wan
The cheapest Michelin restaurant in the world. You can surely recognize it from a distance as there's usually a long queue of people waiting…
H Former Kowloon-Canton Railway Clock Tower
The clock tower was raised in 1915 as part of the Kowloon-Canton Railway station, which opened a year later.
I Portland Street
This popular retail street is also well-known for its red-light district serving mostly to the locals.
J Hong Kong Science Museum
Operating since 1991, this wonderful museum is full of interactive exhibits, games, and set-ups that will help you and your kids understand…
K Hong Kong Space Museum
The museum houses a planetarium (located in the egg-shaped dome), the Stanley Ho Space Theatre, OMNIMAX projector room, and a vast…
L Hong Kong Museum of History
The museum boasts informative and intriguing exhibitions devoted to archaeology, ethnography and the moved history and colonial heritage of…
M Australia Dairy Company
A must do if you want to get acquainted with Hong Kong-style eating. Come here for breakfast or dinner and don't be put off by the queue!
N The Sweet Dynasty
This place is a must do for anyone who would like to taste real Cantonese desserts. Dim sum is served here as well.
O Knutsford Terrace
Tucked away, this small terrace pedestrian street is full of restaurants and bars that are open and busy well into the night.
P Former Marine Police Headquarters Compound
Built in 1884, the building used to serve as the marine police headquarters.
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