Comprehensive Guide to Famous Movie Shooting Locations in Hong Kong

As "Hollywood of the East," many classic movie scenes in Hong Kong are filmed in characteristic streets, buildings, or natural landscapes. Below is a must-visit list for movie enthusiasts, covering transportation, nearby attractions, and precautions:

1. Monster Building (Jardine’s Lookout Megastructures)

• Movie Connection: The stunning dense building cluster scene in Transformers 4.
• Address: No. 1026 King’s Road, Jardine’s Lookout, Hong Kong Island.
• Transportation: Exit A at Jardine’s Lookout MTR Station, about a 5-minute walk.
• Recommended Activities: Take upward shots of the iconic "E"-shaped atrium and experience the unique "concrete jungle" pressure of Hong Kong.
• Precautions: These are residential buildings, please keep quiet and avoid disturbing residents.

2. Chungking Mansions

• Movie Connection: The inspiration for Wong Kar-wai’s Chungking Express, showcasing the vibrant street atmosphere of multicultural integration.
• Address: Nos. 36-44 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon.
• Transportation: Direct access from Exit D1 at Tsim Sha Tsui MTR Station.
• Recommended Activities: Experience South Asian cuisine restaurants, but it is recommended to visit during the day and avoid staying late at night.
• Precautions: The internal environment is relatively complex; take care of your personal belongings.

3. Central-Mid-Levels Escalator

• Movie Connection: The escalator that Tony Leung passes daily in Chungking Express.
• Address: From Des Voeux Road Central to Garden Road in Mid-Levels, Central.
• Transportation: Exit C at Central MTR Station, walk along Des Voeux Road Central.
• Recommended Activities: Explore galleries and cafes in SoHo District along the way, and enjoy the collision of urban life and art at dusk.

4. Temple Street Night Market

• Movie Connection: Classic filming location for gangster movies such as The God of Cookery (Shi Shen) and Infernal Affairs.
• Address: Temple Street, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon.
• Transportation: Exit C at Yau Ma Tei MTR Station, 3-minute walk.
• Recommended Activities: Visit food stalls and fortune-telling booths at night, taste claypot rice and curry fish balls.
• Precautions: The night market can be crowded; be cautious with your valuables. Some stalls only accept cash.

5. Stone Steps Street (Pottinger Street)

• Movie Connection: Retro stone staircase scenes in Lust, Caution and Infernal Affairs.
• Address: From Hollywood Road to Connaught Road Central, Central.
• Transportation: Exit D2 at Central MTR Station, 8-minute walk.
• Recommended Activities: Take photos in retro style and explore antique shops nearby.

6. Times Square, Causeway Bay

• Movie Connection: The bustling district where rival gangs confront each other in the Young and Dangerous series.
• Address: No. 1 Bowrington Road, Causeway Bay.
• Transportation: Direct access from Exit A at Causeway Bay MTR Station.
• Recommended Activities: After shopping, visit local delicacy spots like "Rong Kee Noodle Shop".

7. Victoria Peak

• Movie Connection: Classic panoramic views of Victoria Harbour featured in Cold War and Spring Flowers, Autumn Moon.
• Transportation: Take bus No. 15 from Central Pier No. 8, or take the Peak Tram (it is recommended to book tickets in advance).
• Recommended Time: Climb the mountain one hour before sunset to capture the breathtaking transition between day and night over the harbor.

8. Shek O Village

• Movie Connection: The classic scene between Stephen Chow and Maggie Cheung in King of Comedy.
• Address: Shek O Road, southeastern part of Hong Kong Island.
• Transportation: Exit A3 at Shau Kei Wan MTR Station, transfer to bus No. 9 to the terminal stop.
• Recommended Activities: Stroll among colorful little houses and Shek O Beach, and enjoy the slow-paced life of a fishing village.

Practical Suggestions

1. Transportation: Purchase an "Octopus Card" for convenient use on the MTR and buses; use "Uber" or "HK Taxi" apps for car services.
2. Navigation: Download "Google Maps" or the local app "MTR Mobile" to look up routes.
3. Safety: Some old districts have insufficient lighting at night, it is recommended to travel in groups.
4. Language: Basic English communication is generally无障碍, but learning simple Cantonese phrases (such as "M goi" / thank you) will make you more popular.