10 Sights & Landmarks in Central That You Shouldn't Miss

May 18, 2021 Emerita Lamoureux

Delectable dim sum, floating islands, and a one-of-a-kind skyline are just some of Hong Kong’s unique features. Get an eyeful of traditional Chinese architecture in Ngong Ping village, then take the tram to the tippity-top of Victoria Peak for unparalleled views. The rocks and gentle hills of Nan Lian Garden will bring you inner peace, as will a calming cup of tea in a Stanley café. Become one with everything at the Chi Lin Nunnery, a serene Buddhist complex.
Restaurants in Hong Kong

G/F, 24 Upper Station Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong China +852 2858 0103 [email protected]
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

Pottery Workshop Gallery Hong Kong

2. Hong Kong Monetary Authority

55th Floor, Two International Finance Center, Hong Kong China +852 2878 1111 http://www.hkma.gov.hk/eng/about-the-hkma/hkma-information-centre/hkma-information-centre.shtml
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4.5 based on 48 reviews

Hong Kong Monetary Authority

Reviewed By Rehman5000 - Colombo, Sri Lanka

The free public observation floor is on the 50th floor. It consists of a mini-museum, and almost 180° views of the city and bay. Definitely worth a visit, if you are tight on time. No photos allowed in the office/entrance areas, and you must wear a tag at all times (which should be returned when leaving).

3. Tai Kwun

No.10 Hollywood Road, Hong Kong China +852 3559 2600 [email protected] http://www.taikwun.hk/?utm_source=tripadvisor&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=TA
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4.5 based on 260 reviews

Tai Kwun

Tai Kwun is Hong Kong’s Centre for Heritage and Arts — a cultural destination for inspiration, stimulation and enjoyment. We aspire to offer the best heritage and arts experiences, and to cultivate knowledge and appreciation of contemporary art, performing arts and history in the community. Tai Kwun invites all visitors on a journey of discovery that unites multiple genres of arts, heritage, culture and lifestyle in Hong Kong. Here, visitors will discover the rich heritage of the site through the thematic exhibitions and immersive public programmes that explore Hong Kong’s history and culture, alongside a multitude of vibrant and inclusive contemporary art presentations and performing arts offerings all year round.

Reviewed By FOL-1003 - Berlin, Germany

...... cultural center with many different places and houses and two new buildings by damous architects. We liked the Museum if Modern Art

4. Tai Kwun - Centre for Heritage and Arts

10 Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong China https://www.taikwun.hk/zh/
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

Tai Kwun - Centre for Heritage and Arts

5. HSBC Main Building

1 Queen's Road Central HSBC Central Plaza, Hong Kong China +852 2544 0081
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4.0 based on 261 reviews

HSBC Main Building

HSBC Main Building is a headquarters building of The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation. The building can be reached from Exit K of Central MTR Station and facing Statue Square.

Reviewed By Mairwen1

The two large bronze lions that normally guard the front of the HSBC building disappeared during 2020 for repairs but they are now back and re-installed. Their names, Stitt and Stephen were an in-joke in the 1920s. The roaring lion on the left, was named after A.G. Stephen, Chief Manager of HSBC in 1920. On the right is Stitt, named after G. H. Stitt, Manager Shanghai HSBC. They have been a familiar fixture since the 1930s.Traditionally, people stroke the lions’ paws and noses for luck and prosperity. In fact the lions themselves have been pretty lucky. First, they survived the Japanese invasion during WWII, with only a few shrapnel wounds (you can still see the scars or dents in Stephen’s back). Next they were ripped out and sent off to Japan, earmarked to be melted down for scrap metal. Good timing intervened and the war ended so they narrowly escaped this fate. Even so, they may have still been lost if it hadn’t been for an observant and discerning American sailor who recognised the lions in an Osaka dock in 1945. They were safely returned home to Hong Kong.

6. Lan Kwai Fong

Central, Hong Kong China +852 2623 6536 [email protected] http://www.lankwaifong.com/
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4.0 based on 1,521 reviews

Lan Kwai Fong

The main party street on the island, packed with bars.

Reviewed By natlscales - Columbus, United States

The place is safe, fun, amazing. You can get 10 shots for $20 US dollars! Hard Rock Cafe is in the center and is a great place to chill. The cops are cool and no issues what so ever. You can buy your drinks at 7 Eleven and walk around. Open until 6am.. Beware: Taxi drivers will try to screw you on cab fares. Only pay what the law requires, if they don’t comply, tell them you’ll call the local authorities.

7. St. John's Cathedral

No.4-8 Garden Road, Central District, Hong Kong China +852 2523 4157 http://www.stjohnscathedral.org.hk/chi/home.html
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4.0 based on 260 reviews

St. John's Cathedral

Reviewed By yasmineb548

Central quiet location for contemplation and thought. Services are even provided in Tagalog on weekends, as well as English and Cantonese. The gift shop is a great place to buy Christmas charity cards. Next door, there is Castaways, a charity shop connected to the building which is a wonderful place to find treasures! We bought a perfect condition 1970s HK Monopoly set for $50.

8. The Center

99 Queens Road Central, Hong Kong China
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4.0 based on 52 reviews

The Center

73-floor Skyscraper Built In The Late 1990s

9. St. Joseph's Church

37 Garden Road, Hong Kong China +852 2522 3992 https://www.catholicheritage.org.hk/en/catholic_building/st_joseph_s_church_garden_road/index.html
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4.0 based on 14 reviews

St. Joseph's Church

10. International Finance Centre

1 Harbour View Street, Hong Kong China http://www.ifc.com.hk/
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4.0 based on 217 reviews

International Finance Centre

A prominent landmark on Hong Kong Island, IFC consists of two skyscrapers, the IFC Mall, and the 55-storey Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong. Tower 2 is the second tallest building in Hong Kong, behind the International Commerce Centre in West Kowloon.

Reviewed By Col20 - Greater Sydney, Australia

2 ICF is the tallest building on Hong Kong Island. The Observation Deck on the 55th floor is free. You need to show your passport to obtain a Visitor's Pass to be allowed access. The Hong Kong Monetary Information Centre is located on the 55th floor. There is an interesting exhibition about money in Hong Kong. I did not realise that 3 institutions issue the local currency - each institution issuing differently designed bank notes. There is a fabulous large art work depicting Hong Kong Harbour made completely from coins - it looks very special. There are also many interactive games about banking and banking security.

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