Kowloon

Travel Guide

Kowloon
Kowloon
Kowloon
Kowloon
Avenue of Stars showing a bay or harbor, night scenes and a monument

Browse shops offering an amazing variety of goods and admire dramatic views over iconic Victoria Harbour in this busy, colorful, neon-lit district of Hong Kong.

Kowloon is a lively district located across the harbor from Hong Kong Island. The area is home to some of Hong Kong’s biggest shopping areas, an exciting nightlife scene and a number of museums. Enjoy the spectacular views across the water to Hong Kong Island, join crowds of shoppers exploring malls and markets and then take a break in beautiful Kowloon Park.

The bustling Tsim Sha Tsui area is the heart of Kowloon, where you’ll find hotels geared toward a range of budgets, as well as restaurants, shopping centers and some excellent museums. Browse the tightly packed shops selling jewelry, electronics, souvenirs, clothes and just about every other imaginable item, along Nathan Road.

Escape the crowds at Kowloon Park, one of the largest public parks in Hong Kong. Spanning 33 acres (13 hectares), this picturesque park features well-manicured pathways, a pretty Chinese pagoda and a lake that’s home to a colorful group of flamingos. Visit on Sundays to see free kung fu demonstrations and a small arts fair.

Take the kids to the Hong Kong Science Museum, which features fun, hands-on exhibits dedicated to physics and chemistry. The Hong Kong Museum of Art is a must-see attraction, offering an impressive exhibit of Chinese antiques as well as a rotating collection of almost 15,000 other items.

Go for an evening walk along the Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade, a pedestrianized strip that offers superb views of the Hong Kong skyline. At night, Hong Kong puts on a dazzling sound-and-light show called the Symphony of Lights, which is projected on more than 40 buildings on both sides of the harbor.

Visit one of Hong Kong’s most popular temples, Wong Tai Sin, and shake fortune sticks, known as chim, onto the ground to foretell your future. Also worth exploring is the Chi Lin Nunnery, where there is a tranquil garden dotted with lotus ponds, bougainvillea and bonsai trees.

Kowloon is located across Victoria Harbour from Hong Kong Island. Get there by taking the city’s efficient Mass Transit Railway (MTR), or the ferry.

See a different side of Hong Kong in this vibrant district.

Where to stay in Kowloon

Tsim Sha Tsui which includes a fountain and a city

Tsim Sha Tsui

4/5(64 area reviews)

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Tsim Sha Tsui. Make a stop by Kowloon Mosque and Islamic Centre or K11 Art Mall while you're exploring the area.

Tsim Sha Tsui
Mong Kok which includes cbd, a city and signage

Mong Kok

4.5/5(12 area reviews)

Mong Kok is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Langham Place Mall and Nathan Road Shopping District.

Mong Kok
Temple Street Night Market showing night scenes and markets as well as a family

Jordan

Travelers to Jordan praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Temple Street Night Market and Jade Market.

Jordan
Kwun Tong showing night scenes and a city

Kwun Tong

Unique features of Kwun Tong include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by apm Shopping Mall or Kwun Tong Promenade while you're exploring the area.

Kwun Tong
Hung Hom which includes street scenes and night scenes

Hung Hom

Wonderful Worlds of Whampoa and Hung Hom Promenade are top sights in Hung Hom, and you should be sure to explore the captivating waterfront views. Hop aboard the metro at Whampoa Station or To Kwa Wan Station to see more sights in the area.

Hung Hom
Hong Kong SAR which includes a city and a bridge

Yau Tsim Mong

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are a few things travelers love about Yau Tsim Mong. Check out Temple Street Night Market or Elements Shopping Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Kowloon Station to get around town.

Yau Tsim Mong
Harbour Grand Kowloon
Harbour Grand Kowloon
5 out of 5
20 Tak Fung Street, Whampoa Garden, Hunghom, Kowloon
The price is P8,612 per night from Jul 11 to Jul 12
P8,612
P9,731 total
Jul 11 - Jul 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Kowloon. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful."

Reviewed on Jun 29, 2025

Harbour Grand Kowloon
New World Millennium Hong Kong Hotel
New World Millennium Hong Kong Hotel
5 out of 5
72 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East, Kowloon
The price is P8,612 per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
P8,612
P9,731 total
Jul 3 - Jul 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kowloon. Enjoy free WiFi, 5 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"An excellent place to stay. Very friendly and polite staff and great rooms"

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025

New World Millennium Hong Kong Hotel
Royal Plaza Hotel
Royal Plaza Hotel
4.5 out of 5
193 Prince Edward Road West, Mong Kok, Kowloon
The price is P6,532 per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
P6,532
P7,381 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Kowloon. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,265 reviews)
"Excellent staffs services"

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

Royal Plaza Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Modena by Fraser Hong Kong
Modena by Fraser Hong Kong
3.5 out of 5
18 Ashley Road Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Kowloon. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Ocean Park ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (31 reviews)
"Location is really good"

Reviewed on Jun 12, 2025

Modena by Fraser Hong Kong
Epoch Hotel
Epoch Hotel
2.5 out of 5
123 Tung Choi St,, Kowloon
Stay at this aparthotel in Kowloon. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Ocean Park and Nathan Road Shopping District ...
7.8/10 Good! (27 reviews)
"Location is great, between Mongkok East and mongkok mtr. Many shops nearby. Opposite is Fa Yuen municipal building which has a market and library. However, the place is rather dated and needs more tender loving care. The room does not seem that clean, dusty curtains and stained wallpaper. There is ..."

Reviewed on May 5, 2025

Epoch Hotel
Serene Smart Stay
Serene Smart Stay
2.5 out of 5
253-255 Temple St,, Kowloon
Stay at this apartment in Kowloon. Enjoy free WiFi and climate control. Popular attractions Ocean Park and Temple Street Night Market are located nearby.
7/10 Good! (2 reviews)
"Great value. Wish the owner respond to text communication. Very private and clean rooms. Great value and super convenient location."

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2025

Serene Smart Stay
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Kowloon

3.9
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
30
5 - Excellent 39%
4 - Good
25
4 - Good 32%
3 - Okay
13
3 - Okay 17%
2 - Disappointing
3
2 - Disappointing 4%
1 - Terrible
6
1 - Terrible 8%

4/5 - Good

Jayr

Nice

5/5 - Excellent

Ronaldo

We always enjoy Kowloon and HK in general.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Convenient place to be in Hongkong

1/5 - Terrible

Verified traveler

just find better hotel...

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

A nice place for shopping

2/5 - Disappointing

Verified traveler

the only convenient was the MTR was near the our place.