THE 10 BEST Hong Kong Museums
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History Museums
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A Kung Ngam
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Tsim Sha Tsui
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Hong Kong Island
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Central District
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What travellers are saying
- Angela CWashington DC, DC266 contributionsLearned a lot about Hong Kong history despite the temporary exhibition. Found it interesting and helpful, but looking forward to when the new exhibition is unveiled.Written 13 April 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Journey011088767601 contributionEddie Wong (I hope I remembered his name right) was a great guide, really brought the place to life and explained the history of the house, down to the minute details. He was tolerant of our loud and crying baby, and was helpful. My wife and I sincerely enjoyed our experience at this small and quaint museum. The museum is along a nice walk / hike, so if you're in the area definitely make a detour to drop by the Hakka house.Written 27 May 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- BradJillHong Kong, China157,307 contributionsThe Hong Kong Science Museum is one of best family attractions in Kowloon. It is located along Science Museum Road just across from the Hong Kong Museum of History in TST East. Opening hours are 10am to 7pm (weekdays) and 10am to 9pm (weekends), closed on Thursdays. Entry fee is HK$20 per person (free for children under 4).
The museum is spread out over 4 floors and includes 5-6 themed areas around Natural Science, Earth Science, Climate, Motion, Magnetism, Sound and Light. There is a Palaeontology themed gallery under preparation presently that will open later in 2022.
Within the various galleries there are over 750 exhibitions, over 500 being interactive and children friendly, providing several hours of interesting activities, hands-on activities and learning experiences for the little ones. There is also a 4-storey, 22 metre tall Energy Machine as well which can be viewed and enjoyed from all levels when it has been activated.
The Science Museum has a gift shop on the ground floor and a small seating area with a handful of tables and drink machines. Otherwise, there are no eateries inside. The good news, you are just a few minutes away from quite a few casual and fast-food restaurants and coffee shops at the Science Museum Path at New Mandarin Plaza just south of the museum.
In short, the Hong Kong Science Museum is a fun place for families, especially during the hot summer months when trying to avoid the heat and rain. It is a good venue for anyone looking for air-conditioned place to spend a few hours, entertaining children as well as adults with a general interest in science.Written 24 June 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - WestLakeLaowaiHangzhou1 contributionNot closed at all. Currently there is an awesome Bruce Lee exhibition based on memorabilia from his wife’s collection. Worth it for this alone.Written 7 May 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- schmidtmgSwitzerland1,027 contributionsThe HK Art Museum was refurbished extensively over a number of years and reopened in its current form in 2018... the permanent exhibits have been reduced in number, but the section on calligraphy and Chinese scrolls is still there. I did not find the section on jades during my last visit. The temporary exhibit on the work of Joan Miro was very well done and a delight to visit. Unfortunately, the HK Art Museum bookshop has gone - and that is a great pity, as it was a treasure trove....Written 3 May 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ECWorldHong Kong, China2,678 contributionsRenovated recently. Probably the exhibited information modified to better reflect the current political climate (lol) but the centerpiece of the museum ie the fortifications and the military equipment used in HK's coastal defense in WW2 remain unchanged. Well worth a visit, particularly for military enthusiasts. Even for the casual visitor, the site offers great views of the eastern part of Kowloon. If you take the MTR, you can spot the row of ship builders near the water front on the way - unfortunately most of them have been repurposed.Written 13 May 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Raphael FDakar, Senegal178 contributionsGood collection, buy the way we didn't know the Asian artists ( but it's ok).
We are all right for this experience.
We advise 2 hour for visit.Written 23 December 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - globaltravellerworldGrasse, France406 contributionsA MUST visit when coming to Hong Kong! The unsuspecting name does not reveal the true importance and value of this museum. It describes vividly the more than 300 years of trade between the West and China - especially the European trade with China via Hong Kong. We can learn that there is nothing new to this world - todays trade and relationship issues and mutual benefits for both worlds have not much changed in principle - all that changed is technology and media. We can learn from this museum that trade between the western world and China is mutually beneficial since hundreds of years - so we can truly relax a little bit in our overexcited times and refrain from getting carried away with the different political systems in place. It's does not matter on either side - Let's learn a bit from history and how we are in the end all just humans who want to have a decent good life ! this museum is very educational and teaches is us daily life in the "old times" and you will be surprised how close it is to the "new times" that we live in. Spend 2 hours there BUT GO ON WEEKENDS when volunteers are there to explain you details - otherwise you will not capture the essence of the trade history and how it relates to today's world. THE guides are very knowledgeable and competent and extremely friendly and helpful. A privately run Museum - my respect.
Absolutely worth a visit.Written 12 December 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - BradJillHong Kong, China157,307 contributionsThe Hong Kong Culture Centre is situated along the Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade in the Kowloon Peninsula. Completed in 1989, this is a large complex with a 2000 seat concert hall, 1700 Grand Theatre, smaller Studio Theatre, Exhibition gallery as well as multiple exhibition foyers.
The venue is used throughout the year for world-class concerts, theatre and musical productions, opera, dance and drama performances which you can reserve at the ticketing box office (open from 10am to 9:30pm daily) or reserve through the URBTIX website.
Note: The Hong Kong Arts Festival is held during the early months each year. Numerous large scale performances take place at the Hong Kong Culture Centre as part of this important annual programme.Written 8 April 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - ManuelTaipei, Taiwan3 contributionsFirst time time to visit the space museum and I liked the place but maybe not so much for couples. I rather prefer more open spaces and this was very dark.Written 4 February 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- BradJillHong Kong, China157,307 contributionsThe Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Center is located in the middle of Kowloon Park in two of the old Whitfield Barracks which occupied this location in the 20th century prior to the creation of the park. This heritage building is now the location of a pretty good little museum and information centre covering the topic of Hong Kong archeological history. Opening hours are 10am to 6pm daily (closed on Thursdays). Entry is free.
What you will find here are a main gallery describing general archeology and heritage sites around Hong Kong as well as three smaller galleries with a focus on artefacts from the Pre-historic times, Han and Ming Dynasties. There are interesting human remains, pottery, tools and other items of interest from these various time periods as well as helpful information description what you are seeing and where the discoveries were found or unearthed around Hong Kong.
The Discovery Centre now has a small exhibition setup to describe the damage to the old Duddell Street gas lamps that occurred during Super Typhoon Mangkut as well as the restoration efforts that went into restoring this popular historic attraction on Hong Kong Island. There is also a nice outside courtyard area and you'll find maps and brochures related to important heritage and archeology sites and related self-guided tours you can try around Hong Kong.
In the end, while less important than the Hong Kong History Museum in TST East and Hung Hum area, the Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre is a great use of the historic Whitfield Barracks and good place to spend a 20-30 minutes if planning to spend time in Kowloon Park.Written 21 September 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - TheOExpress🏴🇭🇰Hong Kong, China4,360 contributionsBut they don’t, sadly. Still, this is a diverting if small museum to wander round for a bit, set aside from a really interesting area of the NT. Lots of information and some old trains here too.Written 13 July 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- LeonhknyHong Kong, China13,101 contributionsA steady walk up to Fei Ngo Shan is like a heavenly path to the unknown paradise. Kowloon's second most famous mountain (perhaps behind Lion's Rock) is a landmark for local couples. While the often-steep climb may be frightening, the view atop, whether be clear sky or misty wilderness is impressive. Although the viewing point is accessible by car, a journey on foot is more rewarding.Written 23 January 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mairwen1United Kingdom8,655 contributionsThe tea museum won’t be for everyone and is a small, niche museum. It’s housed inside the lovely old, colonial Flagstaff House (1846), a very stately white house, which is the oldest colonial building still standing in Hong Kong. Even if you don’t go inside, it’s worth strolling through the grounds of Hong Kong Park, past it.
Entry is free and it has recently re-opened after closing during the covid 19 restrictions. Some sections are still closed, like the children’s playroom.
The entire collection is only small with 8 separate rooms but the displays are well supported with good information on tea making ceremonies and traditions. Signs are in both English and Chinese.
Some teaware dated back to 11th century BC. I found it astonishing to think that 3000+ years ago, people were brewing a cuppa, using these sophisticated, decorative bowls and ewers.
The blue and white Ming dynasty china was extremely delicate and beautiful but I was equally intrigued by the rustic Yixing earthenware, with teapots and cups that imitated tree trunks and featured realistic looking grasshoppers and toads.
There’s a small, good quality but expensive gift shop near the entry.
Afterwards allow some time to wander through Hong Kong Park, past the waterfall, ponds and aviary.Written 15 June 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Debbie TBrisbane, Australia721 contributionsWe didn’t know about this place. Our 8 and 12 year old had a great time which was fantastic as it was a rainy day and kept them busy. Most of the photo opportunities were free with a couple you had to pay the professional photographer as you couldn’t take a picture yourself. The professional shots were expensive but well done.Written 9 March 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Hong Kong
- These places are best for museums in Hong Kong:
- Hong Kong Museum of History
- Hong Kong Science Museum
- Hong Kong Heritage Museum
- Madame Tussauds Hong Kong
- Hong Kong Maritime Museum
- These are the best places for kid-friendly museums in Hong Kong:
- Sheung Yiu Folk Museum
- Hong Kong Museum of History
- Hong Kong Maritime Museum
- Hong Kong Heritage Museum
- Hong Kong Science Museum
- These are the best places for couples seeking museums in Hong Kong:
- Sheung Yiu Folk Museum
- Hong Kong Museum of History
- Hong Kong Maritime Museum
- Hong Kong Heritage Museum
- Madame Tussauds Hong Kong
- These are the best places for groups seeking museums in Hong Kong:
- Sheung Yiu Folk Museum
- Hong Kong Museum of History
- Hong Kong Maritime Museum
- Hong Kong Science Museum
- Madame Tussauds Hong Kong
- These are the best places for budget-friendly museums in Hong Kong:
- PMQ
- Sheung Yiu Folk Museum
- Hong Kong Museum of History
- Hong Kong Maritime Museum
- Hong Kong Heritage Museum