Kowloon Attractions

What to See in Kowloon

Kowloon has a lot going for it in terms of attractions. With a working harbour and many tourist attractions, the scene is set for many busy days and nights taking in the sights, sounds and smells of this bustling destination. Kowloon has many unique facets to it and districts to discover, shopping haunts to explore, new dishes to try out and many, many unusual photograph opportunities. Take your time and plan ahead.

A Symphony of Lights

This is the world's largest permanent light and sound show according to the Guinness World Records and includes 44 buildings on both sides of Victoria Harbour (and incidentally the light show setup cost 44 million HK dollars). The show creates an all-round vision of coloured lights, laser beams and searchlights performing a stunning, unforgettable spectacle synchronised to music and narration. There are five main themes — Awakening, Energy, Heritage, Partnership and the finale, Celebration. To best view the show, take a harbour cruise or another good vantage point for this performance is next to Bruce Lee's statue at the Promenade's Avenue of Stars near the New World Centre. The 14-minute show is a must-see while in Hong Kong. 20:00 nightly, weather permitting.

The Lei Cheng Uk Han Tomb Museum

This museum is located on Tonkin Street, a short walk from the Cheung Sha Wan MTR Station. The Museum is composed of an Eastern Han dynasty brick tomb and an exhibition gallery. The tomb was 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. Though it is closed to public for conservation reasons, visitors can still glimpse of the interior of the tomb through the glass panel at the Entrance Passage.

The Jade Market in Yau Ma Tei

Jade is important to the Chinese. The Chinese written character for this precious commodity means a combination of 'beauty' and 'purity'. The stone is associated with long life and good health and is smooth and cooling to the touch. Located on Kansu and Battery streets, the Jade Market is a collection of around 400 stalls offering jade pendants, rings, bracelets, carvings and ornaments. Open from 10:00 – 17:00, the market is also the main gathering place for buyers of this fine stone who today still communicate with secret hand signals when making a purchase. Nearby is Jade Street, located on Canton Road between Kansu Street and Jordan Road, where shops operate from 10:30 – 14:30.

Man Mo Temple

Hong Kong's oldest and most important temple was built in 1840 and is named after its two principal deities: Man, the god of literature, who is dressed in red and holds a calligraphy brush; and Mo, the god of war, wearing a green robe and holding a sword. Funnily enough, Mo finds patronage from both the police force and triad secret societies. Two ornately carved sedan chairs in the temple were once used during festivals to carry the statues of the gods. There are giant incense coils hanging from the ceiling, purchased by temple-goers and these burn as long as three weeks.

Opening Hours: Daily 08:00 – 18:00

Sik Sik Yuen Wong Tai Sin Temple

Covering 18,000sqm and located in a tranquil natural setting remote from the nearby bustle of the city, the Sik Sik Yuen Wong Tai Sin Temple is, apart from being an important religious centre, a scenic attraction full of beautiful traditional buildings. This is where locals come to let their requests be known to the gods. Here, you will find the Unicorn (Confucian) Hall where Confucius is worshipped, Three Saints Hall, the Archives Hall, the Earthly Fountain, the Yue Hing Shrine where the Buddha of the Lighted Lamp is worshipped, the Bronze Pavilion (females not allowed entrance), and the colourful Good Wish Garden, lavishly decorated with many exotic examples of Chinoiserie. There is a small entrance fee.

Opening Hours: 09:00 to 16:00, closed Mondays.

Mong Kok Markets

Yuen Po Street Bird Market

Many beautiful birds can be seen here at this Chinese-style market, as well as a selection of traditional bird-keeping paraphernalia. Located on Yuen Po Street, the market contains some 70 songbird stalls as well as interesting courtyards and moon gates.

Opening Hours: 17:00 – 20:00

Flower Market

The Flower Market is a veritable jungle of exotic and colourful blossoms, lucky houseplants and sweet scents, all featured in more than 50 shops. Before Chinese New Year, families flock here to buy auspicious plants to celebrate the most important festival on the lunar calendar. Located on Flower Market Road.

Opening Hours: 07:00 – 19:00

Goldfish Market

Hong Kong citizens believe that aquariums bring luck and natural beauty to their apartments. This specialist market is the preferred source for goldfish and other exotic fish of every shape, size and colour. You can also buy aquariums, corals and aquatic ornaments here. Located on Tung Choi Street.

Opening Hours: 10:30 – 22:00

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