Top 10 Markets in Hong Kong That You Must Visit

A burst of culture and colour, the vibe filled with happiness galore – Hong Kong is one of the most loved places in the People’s Republic of China. It is known as the Special Administrative Region and houses nearly 18 districts of the country. Renowned for Disneyland, Hong Kong is a place that you should visit at least once in your lifetime. What’s more interesting about Hong Kong is that it has the most number of skyscrapers in the world. The city is home to the second-largest sitting statue of Lord Buddha, the Tian Tan Buddha and preserves the ancient culture and tradition through various festive celebrations and stunning architecture. Along with the traditional beauties, Hong Kong is also touted as an entertainment and shopping hub, with several markets for tourists to shop from.

Shop Your Heart Out at Hong Kong Markets

The markets in Hong Kong are the right choice for picking up fashionable clothes, quirky and elegant jewellery, souvenirs, etc., that too at quite low-priced rates. That said, for tech-savvy tourists, Hong Kong markets have electronics that can be bought at discounted prices. The shops in these HK markets stock local items along with designer goods; however, some shops also stock fake goods, so you have to be very careful while shopping. The city has markets for every style and taste, which is why it is known as the shopper’s paradise. These Hong Kong markets are usually crowded, so you have to be prepared for a bit of jostling; believe us, the jostling will be worth it.

Top 10 Markets in Hong Kong that You Should Visit 

Now that we have intrigued you enough about Hong Kong’s markets, here is the list of the top 10 markets in the city that you must visit without a miss: –

1. Ladies’ Market

Though the name is ‘Ladies Market’, you can find both ladies and men’s items and goods there. It is located in Tung Choi Street and stretched at a length of a kilometre. The market sells feminine goods, men’s apparel, watches, home furnishing, Chinese curios, cosmetics, etc., which you can purchase at fairly discounted prices. You can also visit the Ladies’ Market in Hong Kong at night to enjoy the sparkling vibe of the street.

Location of the market: Tung Choi Street, Mong Kok, Hong Kong

Timings: 12:30 PM – 12 AM 

2. Jade Market and Street

In Chinese culture, Jade (gemstone) is said to be associated with fortune, health, and longevity. And the Jade Market in the Yau Ma Tei Street is touted as the place you should visit for bringing in some good luck in your life. This HK market has over 100 shops that sell jade stones, jewellery made of jade, like – earrings, bracelets, and rings. Adding to this, you can also find jade figurines and carvings that you can purchase as souvenirs for your friends or home décor in this market in Hong Kong. While shopping at the Jade Market and Street, have a keen eye for the texture and colour; an original decent piece will feel cool to touch with an intense green hue. The hue may range from lavender to orange sometimes.

Location of the Jade Market: Yau Ma Tei, Kansu Street, Hong Kong

Timings: 11 AM – 5:30 PM (Sunday Holiday)

3. Fa Yuen Street Market

Known as the ‘Sports Shoe Street’ or the ‘Sneaker Street’, the Fa Yuen Market has over 50 shops selling shoes of all sizes and from all brands. Amazing, isn’t it? This market in Hong Kong is located in Fa Yuen Street in Mong Kok and is a paradise for sports shoe lovers. Right from quirky sneakers to comfortable running shoes to sturdy basketball shoes – the Fa Yuen Market has them all. You can find shoes from top-notch brands to local brands and can buy your favourite pair at affordable prices.

Location of the market: Fa Yuen St, Mong Kok, Hong Kong

Timings: 10:30 AM – 11:00 PM

4. Jardine’s Crescent Market

An open market where you can find fashionable brands for teens, adults, and everyone else, Jardine’s Crescent Market is located in Causeway Bay. The shops in this market pretty much sell the same brands and items as they are generally bought from mainland China in bulk. However, the prices may differ and you have to bargain to get your favourite item at a good price. Though the street market in Hong Kong is open all through the day, the best time to visit the Jardine’s Crescent Market would be in the evening.

Location of the Jardine’s Crescent Market: 16-36 Jardine's Crescent, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong

Timings: 11 AM to 9.30 PM (daily)

5. Temple Street Market

One of the largest night markets in Hong Kong, the Temple Street Market attracts thousands of visitors with its holistic range of goods and a vibrant aura. The street is wider than the other markets in the city, making it much easier for you to roam and shop at your convenience. You can find clothes, local art and souvenirs, electronics, and much more. There are plenty of food shops located in the Temple Street Market, where you can relish Hong Kong’s delicious street food in this market. This market also has small stalls for Tarot Card reading; if you wish to know your fortune, you can visit these stalls, located in this market in Kowloon.

Location of the market: Temple Street, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Timings: Every day from 2 PM to midnight

6. Flower Market

One of the prettiest looking streets in Hong Kong, the Flower Market is for all the garden and nature lovers. It houses fresh flowers, potted plants, garden supplies, etc., in abundance. You can find a range of gorgeous roses to elegant orchids, in different colours. The Flower Market is crowded on Chinese New Year and Valentine’s Day and is also a recommended night market in the city for a beautiful walk to remember. Make sure to add this market to your Hong Kong travel package.

Location of the market: Flower Market Road, Mong Kok, Hong Kong 

Timings: 7 AM – 7 PM (daily)

7. Ap Liu Street Market

An apt flea market in Hong Kong for tech-geeks and gadget lovers, Ap Liu Market is located in Sham Shui Po and is lined with shops that sell new and second-hand gadgets, electrical appliances, computer parts, and much more. In this electronic market in Hong Kong, you can also find other items like toys for children, clothing and watches, antiques, etc., in the Ap Liu Street Market. There is a Golden Computer Arcade near the market; you can visit this place to explore more gadgets.

Location of the Ap Liu Market: Sham Shui Po, Hong Kong

Timings: Every day from 12 PM – 12 AM

8. Stanley Market

Located in the quaint seaside village of Stanley in Hong Kong, Stanley Market is famous for its array of branded clothing, jewellery, home furnishings, souvenirs, accessories, and other oriental knick-knacks. The market also has a good collection of silk garments and traditional Chinese attires, which you can buy at low-priced rates. Stanley Market houses several eateries where you can enjoy Chinese delicacies while relaxing with the cool breeze of the sea dashing against your face.

Location: Stanley Municipal Services Building, 6 Stanley Market Rd, Stanley, Hong Kong

Timings: 10 AM – 7 PM (Mon-Sun)

9. Tai Yuen Market

Located in Wan Chai, Hong Kong, Tai Yuen Street Market is known as Toy Street, as it is renowned for classic toy stores line-up. From stuffed bears to other soft toys, from Marvel/D.C figures to anime toys, this market has it all. It is an ideal place for shopping for kids, where character-related stationeries can also be found. Kids simply love the Tai Yuen Market, Hong Kong and adults too, go back on a journey to their childhood.

Location: Vanville, Tai Yuen St, Wan Chai

Timings: 10 AM – 7:30 PM (every day)

10. Cat Street Market

Located in Hollywood Road, Cat Street is famous for housing collections of antiques. It is also known as Lascar Row and antiques predating to the Ming Dynasty, terracotta statues, pieces of jade, Mo statues, revolution propaganda posters, and so on found here. You can also shop for silk items, wooden handicrafts, and embroidered clothes in Cat Street Market at low prices.

Location of the Cat Street Market: Upper Lascar Row, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong

Timings: 11 AM – 7 PM (Closed on Sundays).          

Hong Kong, the town of skyscrapers and skylines, is a Shoppers Heaven where you can shop everything at very low and discounted prices. Along with street shopping, there are a lot of other places to visit in Hong Kong and the city’s street foods are also a hit. Make sure that you don’t miss that!

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