Recommended List of Museums and Art Galleries in Hong Kong

As an international city where Eastern and Western cultures converge, Hong Kong boasts abundant artistic and historical resources. Below is a selection of museums and galleries covering cultural, historical, artistic, and scientific themes suitable for tourists with different interests.

I. Culture and History

1. Hong Kong Palace Museum
2. Features: Newly opened in 2022, it exhibits over 900 precious artifacts from Beijing’s Palace Museum, covering themes such as calligraphy, painting, ceramics, and court life.
3. Address: No. 8 Museum Drive, West Kowloon Cultural District
4. Transportation: Exit C1/D1 at Kowloon Station of the MTR, transfer to free shuttle buses (every 10 minutes).
5. Ticket Prices: Standard ticket HKD 50, special exhibition ticket HKD 120 (reservation required via official website).
6. Opening Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday: 10:00-18:00; Friday, Saturday, holidays: 10:00-20:00 (closed on Tuesdays).

7. Tips: The rooftop viewing platform offers panoramic views of Victoria Harbor; it is recommended to allocate 3 hours for the visit.

8. Hong Kong Museum of History

9. Features: Through the permanent exhibition "The Story of Hong Kong," it immersively showcases the development process from prehistory to modern times.
10. Address: No. 100 Chatham Road South, Tsim Sha Tsui
11. Transportation: Walk 10 minutes from Exit P2 at Tsim Sha Tsui East Station of the MTR.
12. Ticket Prices: Permanent exhibition is free, special exhibitions cost approximately HKD 10-30.
13. Opening Hours: 10:00-18:00 (until 19:00 on weekends, closed on Tuesdays).

14. Tips: Suitable for family trips, with rich interactive installations.

15. Dr. Sun Yat-sen Museum

16. Features: Learn about Dr. Sun Yat-sen’s connection with Hong Kong, housed in a century-old Edwardian-style building.
17. Address: No. 7 Castle Road, Central
18. Transportation: Walk 15 minutes from Exit D2 at Central Station of the MTR.
19. Ticket Prices: Free
20. Opening Hours: 10:00-18:00 (closed on Tuesdays).

II. Art and Design

1. M+ Museum
2. Features: The first global contemporary visual culture museum in Asia, featuring collections in design, architecture, video art, and moving images.
3. Address: West Kowloon Cultural District
4. Transportation: Same as Hong Kong Palace Museum.
5. Ticket Prices: Standard ticket HKD 120, special exhibition ticket HKD 240 (can purchase tickets on-site).
6. Opening Hours: Tuesday to Thursday and weekends: 10:00-18:00; Friday: 10:00-22:00 (closed on Mondays).

7. Tips: The rooftop garden offers views of Victoria Harbor, while the underground hall is freely accessible.

8. Hong Kong Art Museum

9. Features: Hong Kong's largest art museum, housing Chinese calligraphy, ancient artifacts, and international contemporary art.
10. Address: No. 10 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
11. Transportation: Walk 3 minutes from Exit J at Tsim Sha Tsui East Station of the MTR.
12. Ticket Prices: Permanent exhibitions are free, special exhibitions cost around HKD 30.
13. Opening Hours: 10:00-18:00 (until 19:00 on weekends, closed on Thursdays).

14. Tips: The sea-facing side with floor-to-ceiling windows is a great spot for photography.

15. Tai Kwun Contemporary

16. Features: Transformed from a century-old police station complex, combining historical buildings with avant-garde art exhibitions.
17. Address: No. 10 Hollywood Road, Central
18. Transportation: Walk 10 minutes from Exit D1 at Central Station of the MTR.
19. Ticket Prices: Exhibition tickets range from HKD 60-120, the compound is free to access.
20. Opening Hours: 11:00-19:00 (some venues open until 23:00).
21. Tips: There are many popular restaurants and bars within the compound.

III. Science and Fun

1. Hong Kong Science Museum
2. Features: Over 500 interactive exhibits suitable for families to experience physical and scientific principles.
3. Address: No. 2 Science Museum Road, East Tsim Sha Tsui
4. Transportation: Walk 5 minutes from Exit P2 at Tsim Sha Tsui East Station of the MTR.
5. Ticket Prices: HKD 20 (free on Wednesdays).

6. Opening Hours: 10:00-19:00 (until 21:00 on weekends, closed on Thursdays).

7. Hong Kong Space Museum

8. Features: The hemispherical dome cinema screens astronomical science education films, and the exhibition area covers space technology and cosmic exploration.
9. Address: No. 10 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui (next to the art museum)
10. Transportation: Same as Hong Kong Art Museum.
11. Ticket Prices: Exhibition hall HKD 10, dome movie HKD 32-48 (ticket reservation required via official website).
12. Opening Hours: 13:00-21:00 (starts at 10:00 on weekends, closed on Tuesdays).

IV. Niche and Specialty Venues

1. Hong Kong Maritime Museum
2. Features: Displays the history of China's maritime trade and the development of Hong Kong's port, with top-floor views of the Central Pier.
3. Address: Pier No. 8, Central
4. Ticket Prices: HKD 30

5. Opening Hours: 9:30-17:30 (until 19:00 on weekends).

6. Hong Kong Film Archive

7. Features: Houses classic Chinese film reels and scripts, regularly hosting screening events.
8. Address: No. 50 Lei King Road, Sai Wan Ho
9. Ticket Prices: Free (screening events require tickets).
10. Opening Hours: 10:00-19:00 (starting at 12:00 on Sundays).

V. Practical Information

• Travel Suggestions:
• Purchase the "Museum Pass" (HKD 100 per week for adults), which allows unlimited entry to all venues under the Leisure and Cultural Services Department.
• Use the Octopus Card (Octopus) for public transportation, and some venue tickets can be paid by card.
• Language Support: All venues offer English guidebooks, and M+, the Palace Museum, etc., support multi-language audio guide rentals.
• Nearby Cuisine:
• West Kowloon Cultural District: ADD+ Restaurant (sea view Western cuisine), Cupping Room (specialty coffee).
• Tsim Sha Tsui: Macau Tea House (Hong Kong-style milk tea), Ichiran Ramen (Japanese flavor).