Sightseeing in Tsim Sha Tsui

There’s a lot to do and see in this area of Tsim Sha Tsui. Take a look at our best sightseeing spots in this neighbourhood, from the iconic Museum of History to the splendid Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade, which is the best place to view Victoria Harbour and the Symphony of Lights.

1. Watching the Symphony of Lights spectacle at Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade

Of course, one cannot forget the famed Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade, which is freely accessible for everyone. The best time to visit Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade is at night, just before 8 PM. You’ll be mesmerized by the beautiful breeze from Victoria Harbour and the tall, dazzling skyscrapers on Hong Kong Island. At 8 PM every night, stay for the famous “Symphony of Lights”, a true Hong Kong classic attraction - a multimedia light show that’s been in operation since 2004! By the Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade, you can hear a beautifully-curated soundtrack, as the lights on iconic buildings on Hong Kong Island and Kowloon perform a harmonic spectacle, dancing with rhythm and finesse.

Symphony of Lights, Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade, near the Hong Kong Cultural Center

Time: 8pm nightly. The show lasts for about 10 minutes.

Address: Buildings both on Hong Kong Island and in Kowloon

Tel: +852 2508 1234

2. Exploring the city’s exciting heritage at the Museum of History

On 100 Chatham Road South, you’ll find the Hong Kong Museum of History, which will take you back to old Hong Kong, through the city’s iconic colonial past to the territory’s return to China in 1997. You’ll even get to walk through a stunning recreation of a century-old Hong Kong streets, lots of memorabilia and relics of the city’s heritage, and many rare photographs of the bustling metropolis' modern transformation. If you thought Tsim Sha Tsui shopping was all high-end luxury shopping malls, think again! You can’t go wrong with some of the most unique gift items at the Museum of History’s Souvenir, "The Hong Kong Story": Miniature Scenes Collection. For $470, why not pick a miniature Pak Tai Temple, or perhaps go for a Cantonese Opera Matshed Theatre at $575. It should be noted, however, that the museum is only open on Mondays to Wednesdays and on weekends too, but on the plus side, the admission fee is below HK$20!

100 Chatham Road South, Tsim Sha Tsui

MON to WED  10AM- 6PM

Weekends & Public Holidays 10AM- 7PM

Christmas & Chinese New Year 10AM- 5PM

Below HK$20

3. Check out the stunning architecture of the St. Andrew Church 

You’ll be spellbound by the beauty of the St. Andrew Church. The facade is meticulously designed with a touch of Victorian Gothic elegance. Inside, the classic, quaint church is home to an original stained glass presented by Sir Paul Chater which has been well preserved since its construction. Serene and lesser known to the public, you can expect a relaxing time here exploring the grounds of the St. Andrew Church and admission is free of charge.

138 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon

7:30am – 10:30pm Daily

(852) 2367 1478

Free Entrance

Shopping in Tsim Sha Tsui
It’s time to get your credit card out! Tsim Sha Tsui is home to a plethora of shopping sites, world-class malls and all kinds of fun knick-knacks that you can buy for cheap. Check out all these amazing shops, stores and malls, that boast everything from thrift shopping of Korean and Japanese labels to the best brands and malls in the world!

1. Harbour City

Harbour City is the first place to go, for some much-needed shopping sprees! Here, you’ll find a gigantic marble and glass-clad shopping center with some of the biggest brand names, from Zara to Lane Crawford and Louis Vuitton. Shop till you drop here but don’t forget that there are regular tourist promotions as well! Harbour City is a favourite among the travellers so head to their information desk, present your passport and collect a tourist coupon booklet!

Address: 3 Canton Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui
Hours: 10am–10pm daily

2. Mee and Gee

Tired of splurging? No longer interested in cookie cutter souvenirs? That’s fine, head over to Mee and Gee for some unique vintage thrift shopping, which is a rarity in Hong Kong. Mee and Gee is a vintage shop that sells unique find, knick-knacks and apparel from Korea and Japan. Here, you can find lots of cheap denim jackets, corduroy, accessories and all kinds of trendy workable pieces of clothing!

71 Granville Road, Tsim Sha Tsui

+852 2808 1961

Mon-Sat, 12pm-2am; closed on Sun

3. 1881 Heritage

Just across the Star Ferry Pier, you can’t miss out on 1881 Heritage. This incredible edifice was built in 1884, as the Former Marine Police Headquarters of Hong Kong in Tsim Sha Tsui. Now, it’s been reconstructed and revamped as a luxury shopping complex. This is an amazing Instagram photo location, with stunning backdrops and amazing shopping opportunities to go with it. Expect to be stunned with a number of designers, including Tiffany and Co, Mont Blanc and Cartier!

Address: 2A Canton Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui
Opened: 1884
Hours: 7AM- 12AM
Phone: 2926 8000

Food in Tsim Sha Tsui

Hungry yet? Look no further than Tsim Sha Tsui for the best of Hong Kong food culture and some of the best eats you can get in the world. Small eateries, international cuisine, large fine dining restaurants- you name it, they have it! Check out some of the best eateries in this area.

1.  Sample authentic Korean cuisine on Kimberly Road

The bustling epicenter of Korean street food culture remains on Kimberley Street, more commonly known as Korea Town. This area of Tsim Sha Tsui in Hong Kong’s city centre has been transformed by a tightly-knit community from Korea since the 1960s and has quickly become a true foodie haven. Boasting authentic Korean cuisine, must-try restaurants include Lee Family Chicken, Chicken Hof & Soju and Red Chicken. Here, you’ll find everything from restaurants that serve fresh side dishes and Korean style tapas to Korean Food Mart, a supermarket that’s been in operation since 1995.

Kimberley Road, Tsim Sha Tsui

Recommended Restaurants: Lee Family Chicken hof & soju, Red Chicken

HK$100 – HK$200 (US$13 – US$26)

2. Explore famed nightlife in Hong Kong’s city center at Knutsford Terrace

When night falls in Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade, you have to pay a visit to Knutsford Terrace, just steps away from the main artery of shopping in the city centre along Nathan Road. This vibrant nightlife hub is host to a plethora of shops, restaurants, bars and clubs, serving up international cuisine, from Russian to Spanish and Japanese. It’s also a fantastic Instagram location during the day, with all its paved pedestrian walkways and stairs with pastel-colored walls which make for a picture perfect backdrop.

Knutsford Terrace, Tsim Sha Tsui

Recommended Bars: Assembly, All Night Long

HK$150 – HK$400 (US$19 – US$51)

3. Eat like a local through Tsim Sha Tsui Hong Kong and sample the famous Hong Kong “eggette”

The king of Cantonese street food has to go to the famous “eggette” or bubble waffles. As the name suggests, this classic Hong Kong snack is found all over the city center in Hong Kong’s Tsim Sha Tsui, but for the best of the best, you’ll want to find Mammy Pancake on Carnarvon Road, Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade. With a crispy outside texture and a fluffy inside, these special eggettes are made of eggs, sugar, flour and evaporated milk. Mammy’s Pancakes has a wide variety of eggettes, with flavours ranging from chocolate chip to a sesame and original eggette rendition.

G/F, Carnarvon Mansion, 8-12 Carnarvon Road, Tsim Sha Tsui

11:00am-11:00pm

HK$30 – HK$50 (US$4– US$6)

Stay with HOTEL ICON and explore the best of Tsim Sha Tsui Hong Kong!

Want to come to explore the best of Tsim Sha Tsui Hong Kong? Wondering where to stay? Book with Hotel ICON, a luxury 5-star hotel in the heart of Hong Kong. Located right in the heart of Hong Kong’s city centre in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hotel ICON houses hundreds of guest rooms and suites offering sweeping unobstructed views of Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade and Victoria Harbour. In addition, the hotel features over 100 masterpieces of art. It is committed to sustainability, offering guests 100% electric in house transportation. You’ll find museums, world-class shopping malls, many restaurants and all sorts of heritage tourist attractions within walking distance from HOTEL ICON.