Hong Kong’s renowned skyline is a magnificent, widely-celebrated landmark among locals and visitors – and deservedly so. But delve a little deeper into its diverse, dynamic neighbourhoods and you will discover a lesser-known world of contemporary culture and classical tradition; of exceptional food experiences and lively night spots.
Old Town Central
If you like your vibrant modern art hubs to rub shoulders with exquisite old buildings, Old Town Central is the district for you.
This collision of ages is exemplified perfectly in Tai Kwun, a huge former police station turned arts and heritage centre. Within the galleries and spaces of this staggering neoclassical structure you’ll find contemporary art exhibitions alongside an array of talks, workshops and performances. The complex is also home to a number of the neighbourhood’s hippest bars, such as Behind Bars and Dragonfly, and award winning restaurants such as Aaharn, The Chinese Library and The Dispensary.
From galleries and art spaces to street installations, Tai Kwun is a cultural must-explore
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Stay on the historical path and take time to wander up Tai Ping Shan Street, in the PoHo area, where the intriguing dusty red walls of Kwong Fook I Tsz temple and the glittering gold carvings in the Kwun Yum Tong temple are nestled amid the tea houses and vintage stores. Head around the corner to swap spirituality for street art at nearby Hollywood Road, where murals depict everything from huge Koi Carp to Charlie Chaplin.
Head up Tai Ping Shan Street and you’ll find the dusty red walls of Kwong Fook I Tsz temple
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If all this ambling has left you hankering for some authentic Cantonese snacks, join the locals and head to a dai pai dong. Grab a tomato noodle soup with crispy buns from the ever popular Sing Heung Yuen or a classic egg tart from the original Tai Cheong on Lyndhurst Terrace. As the sun sets, go all out with highballs, sake and small plates at Fukuro in Elgin Street.
Stroll among the street art in Shelley Street where incredible murals unfurl en route
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Sham Shui Po
One of the best ways to really get to know a destination authentically is through its markets. With that in mind, you’re going to want to visit Sham Shui Po in the northwest of Kowloon.
Head to Sham Shui Po to enjoy authentic shops and markets and get a feel for Hong Kong life
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