Sighseeing places for cultural lovers to explore in Pearl of the Orient, where modern meets tradition
Hong Kong’s West Kowloon offers a blend of modern art, ancient history and scenic harbour views for a charming holiday. Home to the West Kowloon Cultural District (WestK), Hong Kong’s largest cultural area, it features state-of-the-art museums, architecture and performing arts centres. This place is ideal for culture enthusiasts, architecture lovers, luxury seekers and urban travellers who want a sophisticated, walkable city break without losing touch with local traditions.
Yau Ma Tei Police Station: A Cinematic Journey
The Old Yau Ma Tei Police Station, a preserved 1922 pre-war building, has been transformed into an immersive attraction celebrating Hong Kong’s iconic police and crime films. Visitors can step inside a reimagined cinematic environment, exploring recreated sets and experiencing the action-packed world of classic Hong Kong cinema firsthand.
Admission: HK$30 (RM15)
Ozone
Ozone is the world’s highest rooftop bar. Sitting on the 118th floor of Hong Kong’s ICC tower, Ozone serves up views of the Hong Kong skyline alongside premium drinking and dining in slick interiors. The menu here features classics such as martinis and negronis, along with signature cocktails featuring Asian twists. There is also a selection of Asian-inspired tapas, sushi and sashimi. During the day, Ozone offers an elevated afternoon tea, and on weekends, there is a decadent brunch with plenty of champagne – and a live DJ.
Admission: Minimum spending of HK$500 per guest
M+
Contemporary art museum dedicated to collecting, exhibiting and interpreting visual art, design and architecture, moving image and Hong Kong visual culture of the 20th and 21st centuries. M+ features 33 galleries alongside a Learning Hub, Moving Image Centre, Research Centre and Roof Garden, among other event and programming spaces. The M+ Facade is one of the largest LED screens in the world, showcasing commissioned artworks on the Hong Kong skyline every evening.
Standard admission: HK$190
Hong Kong Palace Museum
Showcasing over 900 priceless treasures from the Palace Museum and other important cultural institutions around the world. Many of them are on display in Hong Kong for the first time, while others have never been shown to the public before. The museum regularly presents special exhibitions featuring Chinese art and culture, as well as art and treasures from other parts of the world.
General admission: HK$70
Big Bus Tour
Hong Kong bus tours provide the perfect introduction to the city and good photo opportunities of iconic landmarks from the top deck. Hop on and hop off at over 20 conveniently located bus stops to visit top tourist attractions. Immerse in the history, culture and architecture of Hong Kong with entertaining and informative pre-recorded commentary, available in nine languages on all buses. Discover the city’s must-see sights across three different bus tour routes that travel to Kowloon, Stanley and Hong Kong Island.
Adult tickets: From HK$345
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