Top Ten Parks In Hong Kong: The Hong Kong Greeters Guide

It may come as some surprise to those familiar with Hong Kong’s famously frenetic bustle, but Hong Kong is home to some truly exceptional public parks. Perfect for whiling away a few hours, we’ve picked out ten of our favourite spots – all of which offering something a little bit different. So, whether you’re looking for a dose of urban chill, some fascinating history or space for sports, read on for Hong Kong Greeters’ guide to the city’s top ten parks.

Hong Kong Island’s Best Parks

Hong Kong Park

Hong Kong Park

Stretching across eight hectares of prime Central real estate, Hong Kong Park sits on the site of the colonial-era Victoria Barracks garrison. Its colonial past is evidenced in its buildings, which include ex-married quarters residence Cassels Block, now accommodating the Hong Kong Visual Arts Centre, and the picturesque Museum of Teaware at Flagstaff House. Aside from its colonial-era architecture, you’ll find a well-equipped multi-level children’s playground, a pretty central lake teeming with koi, a tropical plant conservatory, and the Edward Youde Aviary. This 3,000 square metre netted space is home to 70 bird species, and is guaranteed to charm the entire family, from excitable toddlers to surly teens.

Address: 19 Cotton Tree Drive, Central Hong Kong

Getting there: Admiralty MTR, C1 exit

 

Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens

Hong Kong Zoological Gardens

Nestled in Central’s upper slopes across Garden Road, the Hong Kong Zoological and
Botanical Gardens has been a firm favourite since 1864. Spilt in half by Albany Road, the Old Garden’s main draws are is its grand central fountain garden, flamingos and painstakingly grown hothouse flowers. Meanwhile, the New Garden features both mammal and reptile houses, where you’ll find playful gibbons, industrious meercats and sleepy sloths enjoying stunning cityscape views. A great hop-off point from the Peak Tram is heading out for a full day of adventure.

Address: Albany Road, Central, Hong Kong

Getting there: Peak Tram, MacDonnell Road station

 

Victoria Peak

Peak Galleria PlaygroundAlready the site of some of Hong Kong’s most breath-taking views, The Peak also boasts some truly lovely parks – ideal for a breather to escape the crowds! The prettily-lawned Victoria Peak Gardens was once the grounds of the Hong Kong Governor’s summer home and has since been reclaimed as a public park, offering sweeping views over Hong Kong’s southwestern side. Meanwhile, Mount Austin Playground is an attractive British-style garden with plenty to offer the younger members of the family. Another picnic-friendly lawn opens to a large play space complete with climbing frames for kids to enjoy while  parents relax on the Victorian-style wrought-iron benches nearby. A little closer to the action, the revamped Peak Galleria Playground offers children with energy to burn plenty to keep them busy! Climbing frames, balance beams and puzzle walls keep kids busy – look up to enjoy the stained-glass effect from the shadow roofs above.

Address: 118 Peak Road, The Peak, Hong Kong

Getting there: Peak Tram, Peak Tower Station or Bus 15 from Central Star Ferry pier

 

Quarry Bay Park

Fireboat Alexander GranthamHead east along the Island Line to enjoy a wide-open waterfront space with plenty of play equipment and some Hong Kong history thrown in for good measure! This two-zone park features basketball and tennis courts, a rare-in-HK cycle track, and well-maintained changing facilities. It also features one of Hong Kong Island’s biggest and best playgrounds,packed with ramps, frames, beams, swings, slides… you name it and they have it. The Park also has an extra-special attraction in the form of the Fireboat Alexander Grantham. This retired fire service vessel patrolled Victoria Harbour for 50 years, keeping the city’s busy shipping port safe and operational before its eventual retirement in 2002. It was permanently relocated to Quarry Bay Park in 2006 to act as an exhibition venue, and now offers a fascinating – and free of charge – insight into Hong Kong’s 20th century maritime history.

Fireboat Alexander Grantham

Address: Hoi Tai Street, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong

Getting there: Tai Koo MTR Station, exit E1 or Quarry Bay MTR Station, exit B1

 

Kowloon’s Best Parks

Kai Tak Cruise Terminal Park

Kai Tak Cruise Terminal ParkFor something completely different, how about a day exploring what was once considered
one of the world’s most challenging airport runways? Designed by Foster+ Partners and
built on the site of the old Kai Tak Airport, Hong Kong’s shiny new cruise terminal building runs the length of the old runway, jutting into Victoria Harbour and offering a whole new perspective on this city from its rooftop park. As well as those showstopping views across Hong Kong Island and Kowloon, this quirky park has plenty of space for kids to run, along with large lawns, a splash-pad water play area in which to cool off, and comfy benches – arrive later in the day to enjoy the sunset before grabbing a bite downstairs at one of the cruise terminal’s restaurants.

Address: 33 Shing Fung Road, Kai Tak, Kowloon

Getting there: Minibus 86 from Kowloon Bay MTR station (Telford Plaza)

 

Kowloon Walled City Park

Kowloon Walled City Park

Kowloon Walled City Park was opened in 1995 on the site of what was once a walled
garrison-city but that was later to gain infamy as Hong Kong’s hotbed of crime. In the period following World War Two, this lawless former tenement area became known for its drug dens, organised crime and thriving unlicensed dentistry industry. Happily, these days the former no-go district is a delightful Qing Dynasty-inspired park that features eight themed floral walks, pretty pavilions and fascinating indoor and outdoor exhibition areas that breathe colour into the park’s darker side.

Address: Kowloon City, Kowloon

Getting there: Sun Wong Hoi MTR station (2021), bus 1 from Tsim Sha Tsui Star Ferry pier

 

West Kowloon Art Park

West Kowloon Art ParkPart of the landmark West Kowloon Cultural District development, the two-kilometre-long West Kowloon Art Park will eventually link up to Tsim Sha Tsui to create a world-class
waterfront walkway. For now, the park offers a pet- and family-friendly harbourfront space with plenty of space for families to cycle, scoot and run unhindered. The lawned Nursery Park and Art Park are ideal for ball games and picnics, while a good selection of cafes and restaurants are on hand to keep peckish families happy. Hire a SmartBike from the kiosks near the entrance, and explore the entire site, which includes the striking M+ Pavilion exhibition space, Freespace, the city’s largest black box theatre venue, and of course those iconic Hong Kong harbour views.

Address: West Kowloon Cultural District, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon

Getting there: Kowloon MTR Station, Exit E4

 

Po Kong Village Road Park

Po Kong Village Park
Anyone who has spent time in Hong Kong’s parks will already be familiar with the litany of
rules that specify no cycling, skating or scooting… in fact, it can sometimes feel as though
the city’s parks are designed to be as fun-free as possible! Happily, Po Kong Village Road
Park is designed for families who love freewheeling, with a generous kilometre-long elevated cycle track, separate learner-friendly cycle area for kids who are still a little wobbly on wheels, and a skatepark complete with ramps, dips and kerbs galore for practicing those tricks and flips. And that’s not all – three separate areas are jam-packed with play equipment, while you’ll also find excellent football, rugby and cricket facilities here, including practice nets. Add in a shady amphitheatre and a fascinating exhibition of photovoltaic power, complete with wind turbine, and you have a full day out to enjoy here.

Address: 140 Po Kong Village Road, Diamond Hill, Kowloon

Getting there: Diamond Hill MTR station, then minibus 19M

 

The New Territories’ Best Parks

Ma On Shan Park

Ma On Shan Park
Located along the edge of the Tolo Harbour, this five-and-a-half-hectare park features an interesting display that details the Ma On Shan’s history as a mining town. Entering the park, there is a pleasant circular lawn bordered by a spacious picnic area, floral garden and a number of shaded pavilions that are ideal for escaping the mid-day sun. One of the park’s main attractions is its fun maze garden, which along with the well-designed playground, is an enduring hit with children. For a full day of fun, combine with a visit to the adjacent Ma On Shan public pool, a sprawling complex of pools, slides, fountains. On the opposite side of the park, there is even a small paddling beach, known as Wu Kai Sha Pebbles beach, the choice is yours!

Address: 12 On Chun Street, Ma On Shan, New Territories

Getting there: Ma On Shan MTR station, exit A

 

Siu Lek Yuen Road Adventure Cycling Arena

Hong Kong Shatin Bicycle TourAnother one that’s ideal for keen cyclists, Sha Tin’s Siu Lek Yuen Road Playground offers an adventure cycling course for proficient bikers, along with a children’s cycling track for beginners to cut their teeth. The course is packed with ramps, loops, twists and turns that promise to sharpen skills while fulfilling the need for speed – you can even cycle at night as the course is floodlit. Those not wishing to join the two-wheeled revolution can opt for a more sedate day enjoying the bowling green, and you’ll also find tennis courts, play equipment and plenty of plant life to explore.

Address: 1 Siu Lek Yuen Road, Shatin, New Territories

Getting there: Shek Man MTR station, exit B

If there are any you think we have missed that are worthy of a mention, please get in touch info@hkgreeters.com.

Happy Valley’s History of Horses and Hearses

Happy Valley is Hong Kong’s original race course, have you ever thought about going to the races while you’re in town?  Horse racing is a big deal here and there are so many different ways to enjoy it.  We shared our top tips and the inside scoop with Hong Kong Hub in a recent article. We provided a breakdown of all the different ways to enjoy a trip to the races, whether you’re going as a couple or a group.  Our tips are useful for both the novice and the seasoned pro.  Find the link to the full article at the bottom of the post.

While we were researching the article we learned about Happy Valley’s History.

Why Happy Valley is Ironically Named

There are two racecourses in Hong Kong.  The original Happy Valley racetrack was founded in 1846 on what was the only flat land on Hong Kong Island.  Previously a malarial swamp, the naming of Happy Valley was ironic.  Many people fell victim to tropical maladies, meaning that Cemetery in Happy Valley, Hong Kong, ChinaHappy Valley was once anything but.  To this day there are cemeteries adjacent to the racecourse.  They serve as a reminder of the areas’ history.

It’s possible to visit the cemeteries.  There are a number of cemeteries all in close proximity including a Roman Catholic cemetery and a Muslim one. There are also Jewish, Hindu and Parsee ones too.  They date back to Hong Kong’s early days and are the resting place of many of the movers and shakers of times gone by.

Despite these not so happy beginnings, the racetrack has flourished since the swamp was drained.  Nowadays the track is surrounded by skyscrapers, which add to the atmosphere on race nights when they are lit up.

The newer Shatin racecourse in the New Territories opened in 1978.  This is the racecourse for the more serious racing fans.

Want to go to the races?  We’re here to help.

Happy Valley, Hong Kong, China- June 5, 2014: people betting horse races at Happy Valley racecourseIf you are interested in adding a trip to the races to your itinerary when visiting Hong Kong, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.  To find out more about Hong Kong’s darker side, enquire about our Sin City Tour.  Please note that as a rule our tours and outings are family friendly, however the racetracks are strictly for over 18’s and the Sin City tour is for over 16’s.  Therefore, if you are travelling with children, perhaps consider alternative evening entertainment, such as a trip to the Xiqu Centre to watch Cantonese Opera or visiting a night market and watching the light show as part of one of our night tours.

 

Horse Racing in Hong Kong: Get Your Pulse Racing at Happy Valley Racecourse

Mr Wong Wing-Pong’s A Sky Full of Gods and Buddhas

 

There are various spots in Hong Kong where you will encounter clusters of battered, bruised and once loved, but then discarded religious statues.  If you would like to see one, we recommend that you visit A Sky Full of Gods and Buddhas.  It is the most famous and well populated cache in Hong Kong.  We visited because we wanted to get the lowdown on what we have subtitled Wong Wing-Pong’s Quirky Retirement Home for Abandoned Deities.  We investigated the who, what, why, where and when on your behalf.  Read on to find out more about this intriguing spot.

Sky full of gods and buddhas in Waterfall Bay Hong Kong
Happy Buddha

Where to Find It

You must head to Wah Fu Estate’s Waterfall Bay.  You won’t be able to see much of the waterfall.  It’s much diminished since the days when passing trade ships and pirates stopped there for water supplies in bygone years.  Nevertheless, here, tucked away, you will find the quirky A Sky Full of Gods and Buddhas.

Look at a map of Hong Kong Island.  Find the West side of the Island and locate Pokfulam and Aberdeen.  You will see that A Sky Full of Gods and Buddhas and Waterfall Bay are somewhere in between.

What to Expect

You’ll encounter what could easily border on the kitsch, but is in fact quite a magical spectacle.  You’ll meet a colourful and rather jolly gathering of Gods and Buddhas.  We are pleased to report that all denominations are welcome.  You might notice that the small statues are cemented to the rocks and look out to sea.

Why Does it Exist

Traditionally in Hong Kong, we believe that any sort of religious figurine should never be thrown away.  We consider it bad luck.  Instead if we damage or break them, we often abandon them by the side of the road.  Over time one abandoned figurine may be joined by others creating small impromptu places of worship.  You never quite know where you will see them.

Sky Full of Gods and Buddhas Hong Kong
What a colourful and jolly gathering!

Who and How?

According to urban legend, a gentleman name Mr Wong Wing-Pong started to collect any statues he came across.  If he could he would fix them up.  He added them to what was a modest pre-existing cache of figurines.

Over time the number of statues has grown.   Mr Wong Wing-Pong started to tend the site keeping it neat and burning incense.  It continues to grow and now people bring unneeded and unwanted statues here directly.  Correspondingly, more and more people are coming to visit.  Maybe you have a damaged statue you’d like to add to the collection?

 

Based on second hand information, we believe that Mr Wong Wing-Pong was still maintaining the site in 2016.  If he is still active, he will now be in his late 80’s.  It’s unclear to us who currently maintains the site.    Regardless, we are thrilled that this unusual, rather charming and Instagram friendly legacy continues for you to enjoy.  Please let us know if you happen to meet Mr Wong Wing-Pong or the current curators and we can update our information.

 

 

Hong Kong Police Tales and Tiger Tails

As Hong Kong’s population has expanded, many of the Hong Kong’s original police buildings became too small to meet the city’s growing needs.  In recent years, some of the old buildings have  given a new lease of life.  Subsequently, many have undergone revitalisation.  Such projects have seen these buildings becoming museums, creative hubs or supermarkets.  Here are our top  Hong Kong Police attractions for you to visit.

Hong Kong Police Station in Tai Po, now a small museum, woman holding a board in cell.

Continue reading “Hong Kong Police Tales and Tiger Tails”

Family Friendly Hong Kong Restaurants

Hong Kong is a dining Mecca, offering every conceivable cuisine with something to suit all tastes and all pockets. However, finding truly family friendly restaurants is not always a straightforward task. As parents we know that hungry children do not make for a good day our, so  together a list of fun and family friendly Hong Kong restaurants in town to make your time here go smoothly.

Family Friendly Restaurants Hong Kong Island

Zuma

Not to be confused with either the Spanish word for juice or the former South African president, this Zuma offers Japanese food.  The best time to go is for Sunday brunch.  There’s a soft play area and kids under 10 eat free.

Zuma, Landmark Level 5 &6, 15 Queen’s Road, Central +852 3657 6388

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The Flying Pan

Hong Kong’s The Flying Pan has two locations.  Hearty all day breakfasts and generous portions are their calling card.  You kids will go bananas for their pancakes and quirky retro decor.  Grown-ups, you’ll surely appreciate their bottomless coffee to get you through a day of wrangling your kids whilst exploring Hong Kong.

Find them at:

G/F 9 Old Bailey Street, Central or 1F/L David House, 27-39 Lockhart Road, (Enter on Fenwick), Wan Chai

Dan Ryan’s Chicago Grill

This one’s a crowd-pleaser, with American style dining and three locations across Hong Kong.  High chairs and balloons are readily available. The Kowloon Tong branch at Festival Walk has a train track, and buffalo on the wall, easily missed by adults but always spotted by the kids!

Locations include: Tsim Tsa Shui, Kowloon Tong and Hong Kong Island.

Dragon Noodles Academy

Watch your dragon noodles being hand pulled in the open kitchen.  Quite literally a feast for the eyes.  The kung-fu decor is eye catching and families are welcome.

Des Voeux Road Central, Central

Izumi

Although this is a chain of Japanese curry restaurants, you’ll find the food at Izumi is not too spicy. Kids will love the anime themed decor and the generous portion sizes should fill the hollowest of legs.

Crystal Jade

Dim Sum Hong Kong ToursHong Kong and dim sum are intimately connected.  Dim sum is Cantonese for ‘touch the heart’ offering small portions of delicious treats.  Traditionally, eating dim sum is a family affair here in Hong Kong and is often a leisurely group dining experience washed down with plenty of tea. Crystal Jade is a popular dim sum chain operating in a number of locations throughout Hong Kong. Check out their restaurant locator to find your nearest branch.

 

Bubba Gump

Famous for shrimp and award winning baby back ribs, these guys have got surf and turf down pat.  With 44 locations world wide and loosely themed on the Forest Gump movie, it’s not going to be an authentic Hong Kong experience.  However, the big draw has to be the location. Perched on the Peak, be sure to book early to bag a window seat with panoramic views over Victoria Harbour.  There is a dedicated kids menu, but you’ll find the adult menu will appeal to older kids with bigger appetites.

Bubba Gump, Shop 304 & 305, Level 3, The Peak Tower, The Peak, Hong Kong

Bubbha Gumps Victoria Peak

Family Friendly Restaurants Kowloon

We’ve already detailed Izumi, Crystal Jade and Dan Ryan’s in the Hong Kong Island section, but all have outlets in Kowloon.

Yum Cha

There are various locations across Hong Kong, with two restaurants in Kowloon. This restaurant is famous for their iconic buns with facial features which are just a small selection of the novelty dim sum available at Yum Cha,. Kids will also devour the pineapple pastries shaped like birds and served in bird cages, piggy shaped char siu buns and hot dogs, as well as a delicious a la carte menu. For added fun, guests can put on giant “bao” heads for optimal photo taking opportunities!

Novelty dim sum Yum Cha Tsim Sha Tsui

Locations include: Tsim Sha Tsui, Mong Kok, Central and Causeway Bay.

Hutong

Hutong is renown for excellent views and great food.  If you’re looking for family friendly dining, their weekend Feng Wei brunches are a great option. In addition to delicious Chinese food, Hutong offers brunchtime activities that will keep the kids occupied. The activities vary from week to week and could include anything from dim sum making to calligraphy or from fan painting to puppetry. Although this is best suited to families with older children, it’s worth noting that under 12’s dine free.

28/F, One Peking, Tsim Sha Tsui +852 3428 8342

Dockyard

The beauty of dockyard is that it’s cashless and there is something for everyone. Download the app and then select what you want from the various food kiosks. Kids want burgers? No problem. You want Thai food?  No problem. Your friend wants a salad?  Easy. Everything will be delivered to your table, basically it’s an upmarket version of a food court with table service. If you don’t want the hassle of working out how to split the bill with other families, you order independently from your app and it’s all done automatically. Highchairs are available. If there is live music, choose seats away from the stage so that you can still enjoy conversation. After you’ve had a bite, catch the nightly light show from the Hung Hom promenade outside.

Dockyard, Level 1, 38 Hung Luen Road, Hung Hom Bay, Kowloon +852 2252 5228.

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Family Friendly Dining New Territories

Zak’s, Discovery Bay, Lantau

This family friendly restaurant offers sea views and plenty of space for growing legs to run around. Additional bonus is that you can redeem a free ferry ride back to Hong Kong Island. If you’re there at the right time, you should be able to see the Disneyland fireworks.

Zak’s, Shop G04, Block A, Discovery Bay Plaza, Discovery Bay, Lantau Island +852 3018 0189.

Sai Kung Square, Sai Kung

Hong Kong’s seaside town of Sai Kung has a small central square dotted with restaurants. Older children can dip in and out of eating and play in the square.  There will always be someone to play with, a new friend to make, leaving parents to enjoy a more leisurely dining experience.

TikiTiki Bowling Sai Kung

With a range of dining and drinking options combined with family-friendly bowling, you’ll be bowled over by this fun option.  Probably unsuitable for small babies due to noise levels.  For further information on the myriad options available, visit TikiTiki’s website.

Meraviglia, Science Park

Meraviglia family friendly italian restaurant in Science Park Hong KongHidden away in Science Park, Meraviglia offers Italian food. It’s on the pricey side, but does have a nice play areas (both indoor and outdoor).  Small children will need to be supervised as the play area adjoins an artificial lake. The restaurant is close to the cycle path that runs between Shatin and Tai Po, there is also a lovely wide promenade to take a stroll after lunch. Look out for the Guan Yin statue across the harbour.

Meraviglia, S040 G/F Lakeside 2, No. 10 Science Park West Avenue, Hong Kong Science Park, Phase 2, Pak Shek Kok, Shatin, New Territories +852 2210 7168.

The Salted Pig, Shatin

Hidden away on the top floor of New Town Plaza, the Salted pig serves up generous portions and family friendly sharing platters. With a couple of quirky plastic pig murals on the wall and silly porcine themed plates, the one that states “I like pig butts and i cannot lie” is sure to raise a titter from older kids.

Opposite the restaurant is a rooftop garden.  It’s closSalted Pig Restaurant Shatin Hong Kong Family Friendlyed during bad weather, but otherwise it’s a handy option for kids to let off some steam while their waiting for their food.  We even spotted a rooftop miniature golf course, but we think you’d need to bring your own clubs and balls.

After lunch take a stroll through Sha Tin park, head to the Heritage museum or if you have tots, drop by Snoopy World, a small and free theme park just outside New Town Plaza mall.

In addition to the Sha Tin location, you can find The Salted Pig at Tsim Sha Tsui, Soho East and Lai Chi Kok.

Food Tours and Family Tours of Hong Kong

Did you know that here at Hong Kong Greeters we offer some great foodie tours.  We’d love for you to get in touch and find out more.  We offer street food tours to small intimate groups and also a Vegetarian Food and Culture tour which can accommodate more guests. We also run walking and car tours of Hong Kong. Our tours are primarily family friendly and the majority of our tour guides are all parents and know what it’s like to travel with young kids. Even better – under 16’s go free on our walking tours. Let us introduce you to family-friendly Hong Kong.

 

Guan Yin, Hong Kong’s Gigantic Hidden Gem in Tsz Shan

The Big Buddha ranks highly in all Hong Kong guidebooks. Rightly so, he is a splendid sight sitting atop his mountain welcoming thousands of visitors from all over the world.  We regularly visit him as an integral element of our popular Lantau Tour. However, did you know that there is another equally fabulous statue further North?  It’s at Tsz Shan Monastery in Hong Kong’s New Territories? Continue reading “Guan Yin, Hong Kong’s Gigantic Hidden Gem in Tsz Shan”

Explore Mongkok’s Markets

Hong Kong is famously a shoppers paradise.  Mongkok’s Markets are varied, interesting and provide a stark shopping contrast to the designer boutiques and glossy malls found nearby in Tsim Tsa Shui.  There is a variety of markets all located conveniently close together in Mongkok and any or all can easily be worked into one of our walking tours.  For more information about our various walking tours around Hong Kong, click here.

Yuen Po Bird Garden, also knows as the Bird Market

This friendly cockatoo came to say “hello” to Michelle on our tour of the Yuen Po bird garden Hong Kong today. The garden and market is located between Boundary Street to the north and the Flower Market to the south.  It has many bird species and bird paraphernalia to purchase, including anti-depressant bird feed for when your bird is not in full song!

Bird Garden Hong Kong, pet bird cage at Mongkok Markets
Bird Garden, Mong Kok, Hong Kong

Even if you’re not looking to buy a bird, the bamboo cages are quite striking and could be repurposed to make unusual lighting features for example.  If you are particularly interested in birds, do read our post about bird watching in Hong Kong.

The Flower Market

This consists of approximately two blocks of flower shops. A fragrant riot of colour will meet you.  If you want to enjoy this in peace, drop by in the morning.  It gets busier as the day goes on and is busier yet at weekends.  In the days leading up to Chinese New Year when it feels as if the entire population of Hong Kong comes to this small area to shop for plants and flowers for their homes.  So depending on your point of view this can be the best or worst time to visit.

Flower Market Hong Kong Peonies, explore Mongkok's markets.
Flower Market, Mong Kok, Hong Kong

 

The Ladies Market

This doesn’t really get going until around midday.  Mongkok’s Ladies Market is your one stop shopping street for cheap and cheerful souvenirs.  It’s a bit of a misnomer as it certainly not ladies-only.

From magnets, to t-shirts, chopsticks to tea sets and all sorts of quirky items, you can surely find a little something suitable for your nieces and nephews or your parent and friends.  Be sure to check the quality of glue, stitching etc as once bought you’ll struggle to find where you bought it.  Friendly haggling is encouraged, especially if you are the first customer of the day.

Explore Mongkoks Ladies Market Tours like this family.
Mong Kok Ladies Market, Hong Kong

The Goldfish Market

Whether you just want a run of the mill goldfish or something more exotic, this is the place to come.  Even if you’re not in the market for a fish, terrapin or crab, it’s a interesting sight.  Small shops display their wares in clear water filled bags.  There are also tanks, fish food and all manner of decorations (from plastic castles to small water plants) to customise your fishy friends’ home.

Goldfish Market Hong Kong explore Mongkok's markets.
Goldfish Market, Mong Kok, Hong Kong

Boundary Street

Okay, so this isn’t a market, but we thought it was worth a mention.  It’s a ruler straight street just beyond Mongkok’s bird market, delineating the boundary of land ceded to the British 1860.  South of the street was ceded in 1860 under British Colonial Rule, and land leases exist for up to 999 years. North of Boundary Street (what was termed New Kowloon and the New Territories), they will all expire on July 1, 2047, when the Basic Law’s “one country, two systems” arrangement is set to end. This seems to present a bit of a land crisis as this date draws nearer!!

So as you can see Mongkok’s markets offer a wide range of goods and all are family friendly.