Sham Shui Po

Kowloon

Sham Shui Po
Sham Shui Po
Sham Shui Po
Sham Shui Po
Sham Shui Po

Mouthwatering street food and street markets dedicated to everything from haberdashery to toys make this one of Hong Kong’s most authentic Chinese neighbourhoods.

Sham Shui Po is a major budget shopping and dining hotspot of Kowloon and a place where you can experience the time-honored traditions of Chinese Hong Kong. Visit Sham Shui Po to shop at street markets lined with neon-lit shops while devotees say prayers at old temples. Breathe in the aromas of a thousand spices which permeate the air, and take a break from the busy environment at serene parks. See modern malls standing adjacent to typical tong lau tenement homes.

Whatever you’re looking for you’re likely to find it at one of the lively markets. Browse for all things related to electronic goods at the Apliu Street Market and shop for buttons, ribbons, zippers and more at the Haberdashery Market. Head to Fuk Wing Street for children’s toys, and haggle for clothes on Cheung Sha Wan Road. Everything from antique coins to budget fashion is available at the hawker stands on Pei Ho Street.

While exploring the streets you’ll have plenty of opportunities to satisfy your cravings for bona fide Hong Kong-style cuisine. Feast on bowls of steaming noodles, dim sum and stinky bean curd. Be sure to try cart noodles, which are fish and meat balls served with noodles smothered in curry sauce. Restaurants on Fuk Wa Street have something to satisfy almost all tastes.

Notice how the hectic pace of the area instantly slows down in the many parks and plazas. Nam Cheong Park and Sham Shi Po Park are great places to take a well-earned break. Watch local sports teams in action at Maple Street Playground and relax by the ponds of Tung Chau Street Park.

As well as the vibrant retail action, residents find time for religious devotion at temples such as Kwan Tai Temple and Tin Hau Temple. Visit the Lei Cheng Uk Han Tomb, an archeological site that suggests that people have lived here for over 2,000 years.

Public buses and trains connect Sham Shui Po with other neighborhoods in Kowloon and Hong Kong Island. Cheung Sha Wan, Sham Shui Po and Nam Cheong subway stations serve the area.


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Top hotels in Sham Shui Po

Harbour Grand Kowloon
Harbour Grand Kowloon
5 out of 5
20 Tak Fung Street, Whampoa Garden, Hunghom, Kowloon
The price is HK$685 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
HK$685
HK$787 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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! (1,009 reviews)
"The staff was very helpful."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Harbour Grand Kowloon
Royal Plaza Hotel
Royal Plaza Hotel
4.5 out of 5
193 Prince Edward Road West, Mong Kok, Kowloon
The price is HK$769 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
HK$769
HK$891 total
25 Jul - 26 Jul
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! (2,264 reviews)
"Nice hotel"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Royal Plaza Hotel
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 HK$1,135 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
HK$1,135
HK$1,315 total
9 Jul - 10 Jul
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 25 Jun 2025

New World Millennium Hong Kong Hotel
ibis Hong Kong Central And Sheung Wan
ibis Hong Kong Central And Sheung Wan
3.5 out of 5
No. 28 Des Voeux Road West, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
The price is HK$680 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
HK$680
HK$768 total
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Hong Kong Island. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,778 reviews)
"Generally hotel competitive if book early. If close to booking date, price jump and I would have good choice at the price. Transportation is convenient except it’s in the middle of 2 MRT stations which needs quite a walk. Food choice nearby is good. Hotel generally is ok but don’t like access to ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

ibis Hong Kong Central And Sheung Wan
Four Points By Sheraton Hong Kong, Tung Chung
Four Points By Sheraton Hong Kong, Tung Chung
4 out of 5
9 Yi Tung Road, Tung Chung, Lantau Island, Tung Chung
The price is HK$800 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
HK$800
HK$904 total
3 Jul - 4 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tung Chung. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,403 reviews)
"This was an oasis for me before the 20 hour travel day back to Chicago. I will do it again soon, great place"

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

Four Points By Sheraton Hong Kong, Tung Chung
Holiday Inn Golden Mile Hong Kong by IHG
Holiday Inn Golden Mile Hong Kong by IHG
4 out of 5
50 Nathan Road Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon
The price is HK$960 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
HK$960
HK$1,085 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Kowloon. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"My wife got bitten by some kind of bugs after woke up."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Holiday Inn Golden Mile Hong Kong by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Sham Shui Po

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Cheung Sha Wan

4/5(5 area reviews)

Unique features of Cheung Sha Wan include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Victoria Harbour or Dragon Centre while you're exploring the area.

Cheung Sha Wan
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Lai Chi Kok

Travellers enjoy Lai Chi Kok for its restaurants and gardens. Consider checking out Dialogue In The Dark while you're in the area.

Lai Chi Kok
Mong Kok featuring a city, street scenes and signage

Mong Kok

4.5/5(130 area reviews)

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

Mong Kok
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Tai Kok Tsui

4.5/5(49 area reviews)

Tai Kok Tsui is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Victoria Harbour and Olympian City Shopping Mall, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Kowloon.

Tai Kok Tsui
Yuen Po Bird Market featuring markets and flowers

Prince Edward

Prince Edward is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Sneaker Street and Grand Century Place.

Prince Edward
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Yau Tsim Mong

The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are a few things travellers 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


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