Hong Kong’s Best Street Markets & Night Markets 2024
Here are what I believe are the best markets in Hong Kong including the popular tourist markets plus local markets and what you can get there, how to get there, and some essential buyer tips.
Visiting a market, even without the intention of buying anything, has long been a must-do on a Hong Kong trip and it’s the same in 2024. They are vibrant and eclectic places, along with being lots of fun, especially as you haggle with the characterful local traders and mingle with the locals.
At most of these markets, you will need to bargain, some of the prices quoted on first asking are simply outrageous, but you’ll quickly learn that with a firm resolve, a charming smile, and some friendly banter, you can get a big discount on first quoted prices. That said, there are a few stalls lately that are putting price signs on their goods, which is generally an indication that there’s no bartering to be had, but you can always try!
If your time in HK is limited or you’re not big on shopping, then I would suggest visiting Temple Street Night Market, Fa Yuen Street Market, and Ladies Market, all conveniently located in the Mong Kok area and they are jam-packed with t-shirts, bags, curious, fashion jewelry, some electronic gadgets and loads more.
Food and markets always go together and you’ll find lots of top eateries around some of these places. See the full reviews for guides on where to eat nearby.
1. Temple Street Night Market
As one of the liveliest night markets in Kowloon, Temple Street Night Market is the place to find all kinds of cheap clothes, local snacks, watches, accessories, and household items. It is HK’s most iconic market and after its revitalization in late 2023, it’s back to its best. There is of course also the temple to visit about halfway along the route, and the street food stalls here are popular too. View the full review here.
Address: Temple Street, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon
Hours: 4 PM – 12 AM (some stalls open earlier)
How to get there: MTR Jordan Station or Yau Ma Tei Station.
2. Apliu Flea Market and Sham Shui Po District
This is where the locals shop, it’s certainly not the place where you’ll find luxury brands (or copies thereof) but the place has a real buzz to it, and the market features lots of trinkets and curios new and used, and fashion. Some stalls are as marked, some you can and should haggle. The area also offers loads of wholesale clothes shops along with, haberdashers, bead stores, and the Golden Computer Arcade and the Golden Computer Centre are right there too. Toy Street is also nearby. View the full review here.
Address: Apliu St, Sham Shui Po.
Hours: 10 AM – 8 PM (approximate)
How to get there: MTR Sham Po Station is located right in the middle of all the action.
3. Fa Yuen Street Market
This is another place where locals shop and here you can find lots of everyday goods in the stalls and the surrounding shops inc fashion and gadgets. Mostly marked prices. The market is relaxed and has a local feel, and there are lots of great local snacks and food to be had in the area. It’s also near to the Bird Market and Flower Market. Read More
Address: Fa Yuen Street, Mong Kok
Hours: 10 AM – 8 PM (approximate)
How to get there: MTR Prince Edward
4. Ladies Market
accessories, bags, backpacks, household items, souvenirs, and more. While it opens around midday, it really gets going in the late afternoon. You really need to bargain here. View the full review here.
Address: Tung Choi Street, Mongkok, Kowloon
Hours: 11:30 AM – 11:30 PM
How to get there: MTR Mong Kok Station, exit D3
5. Stanley Market
Stanley Market is not as large as it once was but still contains stalls selling art, unique clothing, cheap toys, souvenirs, and the like. What makes it worthwhile is the nearby beach, Murray House, ocean views, and a small temple. There is also a small modern mall here. The downside, it takes 45 min to get there, while the upside is that it’s a beautiful scenic and also cheap bus ride. View the full review here.
Address: Stanley, Hong Kong Island
Hours: 10:30 AM – 6 PM
How to get there: Take bus 6, 6x, 66, 260 (operated by CityBus and NWS) to Stanley Village
6. Antique Street (Hollywood Road) and Cat Street
Also known as Upper Lascar Row, Cat Street and Hollywood Road make for a popular market area in Hong Kong. If you want to buy some Chinese antiques and collectibles here is a must-go place. In the past there was a common joke about this street, if you have something stolen, you would almost certainly find it for sale back in Cat Street! For trinkets and a few antique shops head to Upper Lascow Row and antiques (or replicas!) stroll down Hollywood Road. Read More
Address: Lascar Row Street, Sheung Wan.
Hours: 11 AM – 5 PM
How to get there: MTR Sheung Wan Station, exit A2 and walk around 400m.
7. Jade Market and Jade Street
If you love jewelry, then this is the place for you. Particularly if you like jade. As the largest outdoor market in Kowloon, Jade Market is a jewelry wholesale and retail area. The market houses more than 400 booths, selling various kinds of jade pendants, rings, and other jewelry. View the full review here
Address: Kansu and Battery Streets, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon.
Hours: 10 AM – 4 PM
How to get there: MTR Yau Ma Tei Station, Exit C.
8. Mong Kok Computer Market
Several floors of stalls selling everything PC- related. It’s kinda like a pokey vertical maze featuring 70 retailers offering an extensive selection of notebooks, computer products, electronics, and accessories. Read more.
Address: 8 Nelson St, Mong Kok
Hours: 10 AM – 10 PM (some stores open at 11 AM)
How to get there: MTR Mong Kok Exit E2 and walk down Nelson St
9. Wan Chai Computer City
Again, several floors of stores with all things computer-related literally bulging off the shelves. Lots of notebooks, tablets, PC gear, gaming gear, PC accessories, and some camera gear. Read More
Address: 130 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai
Hours: 10 AM – 9 PM
How to Get there: MTR Wan Chai Station Exit A4
10. Golden Computer Centre
Several floors of shops selling everything computer-related. This is near to Ap Liu Street listed earlier so be sure to combine the two. There is also a used computer market nearby. Read More
Address: 146 – 152 Fuk Wa Street, Sham Shui Po, Hong Kong
Hours: 12:30 PM – 8:30 PM
How to Get there: MTR Sham Shui Po Exit D2
11. Jardine’s Crescent Market
A smaller street market with a mix of fashion, gadgets, and gifts, but mostly women’s fashion. Read More
Address: Jardine’s Crescent, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong Island
Hours: 11 AM – 7 PM (some later)
How to get there: MTR Causeway Bay Station, Exit F
12. Flower Market
Fresh flowers and plants abound, photographers love it! If you are looking for fresh flowers at a fair price then likely you will too. This is a great market to visit in the early morning while the other markets are yet to open. Read More
Address: Flower Market Road, Prince Edward, Kowloon
Hours: 7 AM – 7 PM
How to get there: MTR Prince Edward Station, Exit B1 OR MTR Mong Kok East Station, Exit C.
13. Yuen Po Bird Market
Located within a Chinese-styled garden the park is a relaxing escape from the bustle, if you’re a bird lover you’ll be in heaven. Read More
Address: Yuen Po Street, Prince Edward, Kowloon
Hours: 7 AM – 8 PM
How to get there: MTR Prince Edward Station Exit B1
14. Goldfish Market
Not just goldfish, you’ll also find reptiles and lots of other wondrous life forms! Read More
Address: Tung Choi Street North, Mong Kok, Kowloon
Hours: 10:30 AM – 10 PM
How to get there: MTR Prince Edward Station, Exit B2 OR MTR Mong Kok East Station, Exit C
15. Tai Yuen Street (Toys Street)
If you’re looking for children’s toys then you’ll probably want to check this street out. View the full review here
Address: Tai Yuen Street, Wan Chai, Hong Kong Island
Hours: 11 AM – 7 PM
How to get there: MTR Wan Chai Station Exit A3
16. Fa Yuen Street (Sneakers Street)
Very near to Ladies Market so be sure to combine the two. Lining either side of the street is sports shoe store after sports shoe store. There are several official brand outlets too and a new sports/outdoor gear mall. Read More
Address: Southern end of Fa Yuen Street, Mong Kok, Kowloon
Hours: 11 AM – 11 PM
How to get there: MTR Mong Kok Station, Exit D3
17. Business Card Market/Chop Alley
It seems like everyone in Hong Kong has a business card, as you are in Hong Kong now, visiting the Business Card Market and asking them to design one for you is a must-do thing. Many stalls sell and personalize traditional Chinese seals or Chops (a stamp carved from stone).
Address: Man Wah Lane, Sheung Wan
Hours: 11 AM – 6 PM some stores close on Sundays
How to get there: MTR Sheung Wan Station
Map of the Best Hong Kong markets
Stanley, Hong Kong
九龍 Hong Kong
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Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
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Sham Shui Po, Hong Kong
Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
Prince Edward, Hong Kong
Prince Edward, Hong Kong
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Wan Chai, Hong Kong
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Sham Shui Po, Hong Kong
香港島 Hong Kong
Mong Kok, Hong Kong
Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
*First published Aug 3, 2013, updated Jan 2020, and Feb 2024.
