Ultimate things to do in Tsim Sha Tsui

Rated as one of the 50 'places of a lifetime,' by National Geographic. This Star Ferry is the starting of the out of the world experience in the city. This ferry ride attracts lots of visitors every day. Visitors enjoy the captivating beauty of the Hong Kong skyline and scenic beauty spread across both sides of the harbour. Though it is working since the late 1800s, it is still the most reliable and preferred means of transportation between Hong Kong Island and Kowloon. This ride by green and white-coloured stalwart ships leave the passenger spellbound in just 10 minutes of the ride. On top of that, it cost only 25 cents.

Timings: 6:30 am - 11:30 pm

Tel: 852 2367 7065

Website: www.starferry.com.hk

Address: Star Ferry Pier, Kowloon,

Another mind-blowing experience that waits just before entering the Tsim Sha Tsui is the Aqua Luna II. This enticing 45-minute evening Symphony of Light cruise charms its passengers with complimentary drinks. It also rides them to the extraordinary views of the city's night light show. The dancing laser beams when crosses with the charming spotlights across the skyscrapers, the views are just awesome.

Tel: (852) 2116 8821

Timings: Weekdays: 9:30 am – 10:30 pm (GMT 8),

Weekends & Holidays: 11:00 am – 10:30 pm (GMT 8)

The picturesque promenade along the eastern seaside of Tsim Sha Tsui is one of the most visited places in Hong Kong It comprises of numerous statues, handprints, and displays portraying the history of Hong Kong film industry. This spectacular construction is an inspiration from Los Angeles's Hollywood Avenue of Stars and pays tribute to the Hollywood of the east.

The place has a 19 feet giant bronze statue of Hong Kong Film Awards which amazes the visitors with its tranquil. The presence of figures of famous superstars of Hong Kong like Bruce Lee etc. And the statement of the film shooting also offers a memorable experience for the visitors. The Avenue has embedded plaques with names and handprints of the Hong Kong film stars in chronological order. It presents a comprehensive exhibition of the history of this vibrant industry.

The place also attracts visitors for its various enticing exhibitions, arts, and cultural shows. The show depicts the performance of overseas institutions, local musicians, dancers, and theatre artists. This Avenue of stars is not only about the film industry but lets the visitors fall in love with the fascinating beauty of the Victoria Harbour.

Timings: 24 hours

Address: Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon

Website: www.avenueofstars.com.hk

The perfect place to experience the beauty and serenity of the largest downtown green spaces of the Tsim Sha Tsui. This Kowloon Park lets you escape from the hoopla of the bustling city and presents the grandeur views of bird watching. The middle of the park has a built-in pond which is another home to beautiful flamingos, exotic parrots, and cockatoos. The place attracts visitors for its weekly (Sunday) lion dance performances and martial arts demonstrations. The attractions do not require any money to be paid and are free for visitors.

If you want to indulge in some physical activities, there are soccer fields, a swimming pool and a health centre too for the visitors. And after spending quiet time in the park, fill your palate with delicious burgers and ice creams available at the McDonald's situated in the same building. Also, the largest Kowloon Masjid and Islamic Center (the Kowloon Mosque) stands nearby. Mosques here is another attraction for visitors as it displays the historical architecture of Hong Kong.

Address of Kowloon Park, 22 Austin Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Tel: 852 2724 3344

Timings: Mon-Sun: 5:00 am - 12:00 am

Address of Kowloon Mosque, 105 Nathan Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon;

Tel: 852 2724 0095

The Tsim Sha Tsui promenade is a hub for several massive museums, performance facilities, and art centres. You could explore the art, culture, and history of the city at the museums or galleries present in the town. An array of museums like the Hong Kong Museum of Art, Museum of Space, Museum of Science and 3 D Museum, etc. The galleries (K11 Art Mall) and live performances at Hong Kong Cultural Center attract the visitors as well. It has heritage structures which entice the visitors by the magnificent displays and shows.

This massive six-story building provides enormous space for the display of an exciting blend of art and nature. The building has widely placed paintings, plants, and installations on each floor. This allows local artists to exhibit their eye-catching work. The mall also houses an array of outlets selling beauty, fashion, and lifestyle products.

Timings: 10 am- 10 pm

Address: 18 Hanoi Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong

Tel: 85231188049

The biggest performance facility in Tsim Sha Tsui boasts of a large concert hall and a massive theatre. It has a seating capacity of over 2000 people. The place has offered various spellbound shows and exhibitions. Like Cantonese opera and international orchestra which leave the visitors in awe of the performances. And even if you visit the place during the Center's off-hours, you can enjoy free displays or art exhibitions.

Timings: 9 am –11 pm daily

Address: L5, Auditoria Building, Hong Kong Cultural Center, 10 Salisbury Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon;

Tel: 852 2734 2009

The biggest attraction for space activities make people curious. This dome-shaped building in Tsim Sha Tsui proves to be the best place to solve all the queries at one place. This building not only works as a planetarium but exhibits the presentations related to the astrology. The place amuses the visitors with its next to real experiences of being in space, surrounded by different celestial objects and planets.

Timings: Sun-Sat 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

Address: 10 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Tel: 85227210226

The perfect place to explore outstanding facts about the history of Hong Kong and South China. You can do this through the varied and distinguished collection of preserved articles. This museum, along with displays, also helps in preservation, research work. It interprets well about the diverse culture and traditions of the country to its visitors.

Timings: Monday, Wednesday to Friday: 10 am - 6 pm

Saturday, Sunday and public holidays: 10 am - 7 pm

Address: 100 Chatham Rd S, Kowloon

Tel: 852 2724 9042

An ideal place to learn more about science through more than 500 interactive exhibits. The place lets the visitors explore more about science on their own and enjoy the fun ways of learning. The museum also houses the world's largest device, the Energy Machine. The DC-3 aeroplane is another big attraction of the museum. This aeroplane was the first domestic airliner and is exhibited in the museum.

Timings: 10 am-9 pm

Address: 2 Science Museum Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui East, Hong Kong

Tel: 852 2732 3232

Build-in 1915; this is the only remnant of the old Kowloon Railway Station. This one of the oldest landmarks of the city is 44 meters high. It presents a magnificent view of ancient time’s architecture. It is in between the HK Cultural Center and the Star Ferry Pier and is very easily reachable.

Address: Star Ferry Pier, Kowloon Point, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon

The shopping scene of the city starts as soon as you leave the Star Ferry. The city offers its visitors an array of high-rise malls along with streets dedicated to shopping outlets and most attracting custom tailoring shops.

Tsim Sha Tsui is not only for branded shopping but also has numerous shops retailing local artefacts, local brands and even custom tailoring at Nathan Road. The street is worth visiting for budget shoppers. It amuses all the visitors with its lively ambience and iSQUARE, K11 and The One like elegant malls. Another in the sequence is Canton Road, which houses Hong Kong's most prominent and biggest shopping malls. Also, the street has attractions like Tsim Sha Tsui Center and Empire Center, which have plenty in the offer for foodies too.

The largest and the most famous mall in Hong Kong houses more than 450 stores selling all top-notch International brands. This massive mall also has two cinemas and several eating outlets to fill the palate after splurging big on the shopping.

Timings: 10 am to 10 pm

Address: 3-27 Canton Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon

Tel: 852 2118 8666

This mini-mall of Tsim Sha Tsui is famous for its local collection. The collections are mainly of Hong Kong, Korea, and Japan. The place lets the visitors shop till you drop even without burning a hole in their pocket. The stores here have collections that are cheap and best. The stores here can beat the experience of shopping in big malls. Best time to visit the mall is between 4 pm and 8.30 pm when mostly all the shops are open.

Timing: 3 pm to 9 pm

Rise Fashion Arcade, 5-11 Granville Circuit, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon

This Tsim Sha Tsui branch is another shopping paradise for buying latest top-notched brand's collection. It also houses the stores who sell local souvenirs representing Hong Kong's tradition and cultures. Besides, the stores also offer discounts and deals to woo their customers. The mall features an array of delectable and drinks spots to meet the needs of foodies too.

Timings: 10 am to 9 pm

To have Tsim Sha Tsui 's ultimate shopping experience you should visit the shopping streets or custom tailors present in the city. Canton Road is the most famous street. The street offers luxurious products, including Gucci, Fendi, LV, Chanel, and gives competition to high-end malls.

On the other hand, Nathon Road tempts shoppers with diverse shopping experiences. It has in store the luxury Japanese department store Seibu along with big malls like The Mira, K11 or The One. The presence of outlets of SASA, the Chow Tai Fok Jewellers, tailors, and boutiques make it worth visiting. Sam's tailor is one of the most famous tailors in the area with clientele reaching to Bill Clinton. It is another place of interest for visitors.

Sam's Tailor, Burlington Arcade, 90-94C Nathan Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon; 852 367 9423

It is a building with an array of facilities. Like guesthouses, restaurants, bistros, garment shops, and foreign exchange agencies. It is known for being one of the cheapest accommodation options in Hong Kong. Not only this, the place offers some of the affordable Indian and African restaurants. The restaurants are the favourite among the locals.

With its diverse culinary scene, the city got its name from Gourmet paradise. It houses an unlimited number of food options to suit every budget and taste. Here, visitors can enjoy the diversity in cuisines with roadside stalls to fine dining restaurants. The city diverse food culture comprises of Cantonese, British, Japanese, Korean, and Southeast Asian cuisines and has something for everyone.

A perfect place to enjoy the delicacies of Turkey, Russia, Italy, and Japan at one spot.

To enjoy the Inter-Continental delicacies while in Tsim Sha Tsui, these two restaurants happen to be the best. Not only with the delicacies, these charms the visitors with the excellent service and panoramic views of the harbour.

Address: Nobu, InterContinental Hong Kong, 18 Salisbury Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon; 852 2721 1211

This is the Hong Kong's iconic and only Nordic restaurant serving delicacies from 5 Nordic countries. The countries are Finland, Iceland, Norway, Denmark, and Sweden.

Address: FINDS, the Luxe Manor, 39 Kimberley Rd., Kowloon; 852 2522 9318

A perfect place to enjoy the authentic local cuisine. This Tsim Sha Tsui 's Cantonese cuisine haven is not only three-Michelin-starred but serves the best of the food varieties and services.

Address: T' sang Court, The Langham, 8 Peking Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon; 852 2132 7898

The nightlife of the city is as dazzling as the light show at the harbour. It comprises of several bars, pubs, and restaurants serving drinks with good music.

There is a restaurant which is one of the most favourites among locals and tourists. Alfresco restaurant cum bars which stay open till 6 am on weekends. All Night Long and Assembly are part of this terrace area. They stand on top of the list of modern bars with exclusive snacks and cocktails.

Assembly, G-1/F, Mira Cube, 6 Knutsford Terrace, Tel: 2723 6588

All Night Long, 9 Knutsford Terrace, Tel: 2367 9487

This rooftop bar is also an excellent place to enjoy the hookahs too. It also has the benefits of private cabanas which amaze the visitors with its vibrant twinkling lights on the trees.

Vibes, 5/F the Mira Hong Kong, 118 Nathan Road, Tel: 2315 5999

Aqua Spirit is the 30th-floor incredible bar. This bar offers not only the great cocktail experience but also the fascinating views of the city's skyline and Victoria Harbour.

Aqua Spirit, Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, Tel: 85234272288

Another bar of Tsim Sha Tsui with great views and good cocktails. Its rooftop lets the visitors enjoy the beauty of Kowloon Park and the harbour during midnight.

Wooloomooloo Prime, 21/F the One, 100 Nathan Road, Tel: 2870 0087

Tsim Sha Tsui is the heart of Hong Kong with bustling city life. Shopping arcades, street food joints, fine dining restaurants plus bars, heritage structures, parks, museums, and beautiful waterfront, it is a perfect place to visit for its beauty, culture, heritage, diverse culinary, and non-stop shopping.