Hong Kong Museum Parent-Child Trip
This time I took my son to Hong Kong, we didn't go to Disneyland or Ocean Park, but visited many museums instead. We had a great time just the same, and here I'd like to share some tips.
First of all, upon arriving in Hong Kong, the first impression is that Hong Kong people are more enthusiastic than they were ten years ago. When we asked a young man who was jogging at night for directions, not only did he tell us how to get there, but he also waited for us at the next intersection, afraid that we would take the wrong path; when we went to the bank to change for small bills, since we didn't have a local bank account, the front desk lady went out of her way to communicate with the teller for us, so we could successfully get the change; at the restaurant, the cashier auntie warmly recommended dishes to us, and when we were leaving, she even said 'Have fun'. Throughout the trip, we spoke Mandarin and did not encounter the discrimination or unfair treatment mentioned online. The premise is that we also need to show our quality.
Back to the main topic , if you also want to take your child to leisurely stroll around Hong Kong and visit various museums, the following two tips are very important.
One, it seems that Hong Kong doesn't really try to make money off children, especially in terms of educational aspects. They have a museum pass (annual card system), which costs 100 Hong Kong dollars per year, allowing unlimited visits to all museums under the Leisure and Cultural Services Department (including the Space Museum, Science Museum, History Museum, etc.). Here comes the key point, do you think 100 Hong Kong dollars a year is not cheap? Let me tell you, this is an annual fee for a family of up to four people, do you still think it's expensive? You'll earn it back with just one visit , and you can also get a discount on souvenirs with the card. So how do you apply? Just fill out the application form on the Leisure and Cultural Services Department's website in advance, and then send an email to the museum where you want to pick up the card (must be collected within 15 days), or you can fill out the application form and print it out to handle it on site. We mainland tourists can also apply.
Two, the dome movie at the Space Museum is a must-see, but it's almost impossible to buy tickets on-site during holidays. We can buy tickets 7 days in advance on the Cityline ticketing website, and then go to the ticket counter with the confirmation barcode to exchange for tickets. When we were exchanging tickets, looking at the envious eyes of those tourists behind us who could only buy tickets for the next day or the day after, we felt a bit smug . Of course, it's also best to buy tickets for the Peak Tram and the Ferris wheel online in advance.
In summary, we had a particularly fun trip to Hong Kong these past few days.
Tsim Sha Tsui is one of the major tourist and shopping areas of Hong Kong, with famous Peninsula Hotel as a significant spot in the harbour side. Just right opposite from Peninsula is the Hong Kong Space Museum, even as a local, it’s a must go artistic and scientific space for both adult and kids. Exploring the museums from it’s architecture to space world and artsy lights.
wow…pretty cool…what an amazing space in Hong Kong museum. it’s gorgeous science of spacecraft. surely will recommend my friend to visit here someday.
The Hong Kong Space Museum is an iconic architectural landmark located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong. Designed by the renowned P&T Architects and Engineers Ltd., the museum's unique form resembles an egg-shaped dome, symbolizing the birth of the universe and the exploration of space, nested amongst the brutalist tiled exterior facades of the Hong Kong Cultural Centre and the Hong Kong Museum of Art.
A fascinating interactive museum that will pique the curiosity of both youngsters and adults. Most kids just twist knobs and mindlessly touch all the buttons they see, but if u are not too lazy to read and understand each display, u can introduce your child to the physics and chemistry of space. This location can motivate people to pursue scientific careers.
The rocket launch model of the Hong Kong Space Museum is great, testing the children's teamwork and control ability. My daughter stayed for an afternoon and still has a lot to remember.