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Seek adventure and step out of the city and into some of HK’s best parks, museums, beaches, attractions and islands.
ArtisTree is a multi-purpose venue that allows different art programmes with a particular focus on performing arts in Hong Kong. The venue was introduced to Taikoo Place in 2008 with the goal of making diverse arts and cultural events accessible to local communities. The new ArtisTree has been signed as a platform for the emergence
Carre d’artistes is an art gallery in Central that is devoted to making art accessible to all. Specializing in painting, it is an ambitious, generous project that respects the artists involved. Because they believe that contemporary art is not exclusively for the elite, the gallery participates in the discovery of contemporary art and provides quality
Large library in Causeway Bay with excellent selection of books in English, plus children’s toy library and multi media equipment.
A beautiful complex of wooden temples, built without using a single nail! Surrounded by skyscrapers, but utterly peaceful and tranquil, feel transported out of Hong Kong and into a different time.
David Zwirner’s first outpost in Hong Kong occupies an Annabelle Selldorf-designed space. Leo Zu and Jennifer Yum direct the gallery. The Hong Kong space is preceded by three gallery spaces in New York and one in London. Zwirner is a German art dealer who has consistently ranked in highly as an important figure in contemporary
Dr Sun Yat-sen made it his life’s work to overthrow the Qing Dynasty and establish the Republic of China. The museum gives a comprehensive overview of his life and career of and Hong Kong’s vital role in the reform movements and revolutionary activities in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
A former fire ship that has been restored and now stands on dry land in Quarry Bay Park. Kids will love exploring the boat and the views across to Kowloon are fantastic. Closed on Tuesdays except public holidays.
Housed in a colonial building dating back to 1840 and in the grounds of Hong Kong Park, this museum specialises in the collection, study and display of tea ware. Worth a visit to have a look at both the building as well as the collection.
A museum covering aspects of Hong Kong’s history and heritage and set in a former British army barracks.
The city’s first children’s museum, the Children’s Discovery Museum welcomes children ages 10 and under to explore, create and express themselves through play. Some days are open schedule where you can visit at any time, and other days there are fixed session times with a set number of tickets, designed to help prevent overcrowding. The
Shows prison life from the time of punishment to the current philosophy of rehabilitation. Take the children and see cells, stocks and gallows and that a life of crime definitely doesn’t pay! Closed on Mondays.
This Museum details Hong Kong’s rich maritime history and strategic geographical position.
Holds one of the most impressive collections of Chinese Art in the world. Exhibits rotate but include artefacts, calligraphy and antique treasures. Closed on Thursdays.
Something a bit different, but this 19th century British Fort was an important battlefield during the 1941 Battle for Hong Kong. There are great views and it’s well maintained and preserved, showing 600 years of Hong Kong’s history of coastal defence. Closed on Thursdays.
Houses numerous collections relating to Hong Kong’s History. Definitely worth a visit and is next door to the Science Museum so both can be done in a day.
Examines the historical development of medical sciences in Hong Kong including the relationship between Chinese and Western medicine.
Situated in the middle of skyscrapers, this oasis of green is a lovely escape from the city. The ornamental lake, kids playgrounds and well tended gardens make this a lovely city park with popular with locals and tourists. The views are fabulous and the aviary is really worth a visit to see up close beautiful