Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, Hong Kong

Name: Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts
Address: 1 Gloucester Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong, China

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Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, Hong Kong

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The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts is a provider of tertiary education in Hong Kong. Located near the north coast of Wan Chai on Hong Kong Island, the main campus also functions as a venue for performances. Apart from the main campus in Wan Chai, Bethanie, the site of the institution's Landmark Heritage Campus in Pok Fu Lam, has housed the School of Film and Television since 2007. ()

Local name: 香港演藝學院 Established: 1984 (40 years ago)Coordinates: 22°16'49"N, 114°10'12"E

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1 Gloucester Road, Wan Chai中西区 (湾仔)Hong Kong China

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Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Causeway Bay, Pacific Place, The Landmark, Prince's Building.

0.8 miE
Shopping, Shopping district
Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
20 min walk • Causeway Bay is known as one of the most vibrant shopping districts in Hong Kong, China. Nestled on the island's northern shore, this energetic area is a hub for fashion enthusiasts, gadget lovers, and bargain hunters alike.
~1970 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre, Office
Pacific Place, Hong Kong
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Hong Kong's bustling Admiralty district, Pacific Place stands as a premier shopping centre, offering an unrivaled blend of luxury, contemporary lifestyle, and family-friendly amenities. With over 711,000 square feet of retail space, this upscale...
0.8 miW
Shopping, Shopping centre, Building
The Landmark, Hong Kong
20 min walk • The Landmark, often referred to as "The Landmark Mandarin Oriental," is a beacon of luxury and sophistication in the heart of Hong Kong's bustling Central district. This mixed-use skyscraper is not only an office tower but also a premier shopping and dining...
0.7 miW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Prince's Building, Hong Kong
19 min walk • Prince's Building is an office tower with a six-level shopping centre, known as Landmark Prince's. Located along the western side of the southern section of Statue Square in Central, Hong Kong near Central station, the building is connected to Alexandra House and Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong by pedestrian bridges.
0.5 miSE
Shopping, Market, Farmer's market
Wan Chai Market, Hong Kong
12 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Hong Kong, Wan Chai Market offers a vibrant and authentic experience for those eager to dive into local culture. This traditional wet market, a staple of daily life in this dynamic city, provides a sensory feast for both residents...
~1780 ftS
Temple
Hung Shing Temple, Hong Kong
9 min walk • Hung Shing Temples or Tai Wong Temples are temples dedicated to Hung Shing Tai Wong. Hung Shing temples have been widely built in southern China, especially Guangdong province and in Hong Kong.
~1840 ftNE
Square
Golden Bauhinia Square, Hong Kong
9 min walk • The Golden Bauhinia Square is an open area in Wan Chai, Hong Kong. The square was named after the giant statue of a golden Bauhinia blakeana at the centre of the area, situated outside the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, where the ceremonies for the handover of Hong...
~1210 ftNE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Hong Kong
6 min walk • The Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre is one of the two major convention and exhibition venues in Hong Kong, along with AsiaWorld–Expo. It is located in Wan Chai North, Hong Kong Island. Built along the Victoria Harbour, it is linked by covered walkways to nearby hotels and commercial buildings.
~1400 ftW
Park, Playground, Garden
Tamar Park, Hong Kong
7 min walk • Tamar Park is an urban park in Admiralty, Hong Kong covering around 17,000 square metres with the design concept of 'perpetual green'.
0.7 miW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Hong Kong Visual Arts Centre, Hong Kong
19 min walk • The Hong Kong Visual Arts Centre is located in Hong Kong Park, at 7A Kennedy Road above Central, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong. It was opened by Leung Ding-Bong, then chairman of the Urban Council, on 28 April 1992. The centre encourages local art creation.
~1350 ftSE
Park, Football, Basketball court
Southorn Playground, Hong Kong
7 min walk • Southorn Playground is a sports and recreational ground in Wan Chai, Hong Kong. It comprises a football pitch, four basketball courts, and a children's playground.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts open?

Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts is open:

Monday 8 am - 8 pm
Tuesday 8 am - 8 pm
Wednesday 8 am - 8 pm
Thursday 8 am - 8 pm
Friday 8 am - 8 pm
Saturday 8 am - 8 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts?

Nearby attractions include Hong Kong Arts Centre, Hong Kong (2 min walk), Revenue Tower, Hong Kong (4 min walk), Hong Kong Police Headquarters, Hong Kong (5 min walk), Wan Chai District, Hong Kong (5 min walk).

How to get to Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts by public transport?

The nearest stations to Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts:

Bus

The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts • Lines: 720A (2 min walk)
Fenwick Street • Lines: 260, 307, 720A (3 min walk)

Tram

Arsenal Street • Lines: 上環 (西港城) → 筲箕灣 Western Market →, 北角 → 石塘咀 North Point → Shek Tong, 堅尼地城 → 筲箕灣 Kennedy Town → Shau K, 堅尼地城 → 跑馬地 Kennedy Town → Happy, 石塘咀 → 北角 Shek Tong Tsui → North, 石塘咀 → 銅鑼灣 Shek Tong Tsui → Cause, 筲箕灣 → 上環 (西港城) Shau Kei Wan → We, 筲箕灣 → 堅尼地城 Shau Kei Wan → Kenned, 跑馬地 → 堅尼地城 Happy Valley → Kenned, 銅鑼灣 → 石塘咀 Causeway Bay → Shek To (6 min walk)
Fenwick Street • Lines: 上環 (西港城) → 筲箕灣 Western Market →, 堅尼地城 → 筲箕灣 Kennedy Town → Shau K, 堅尼地城 → 跑馬地 Kennedy Town → Happy, 石塘咀 → 北角 Shek Tong Tsui → North, 石塘咀 → 銅鑼灣 Shek Tong Tsui → Cause (6 min walk)

Metro

Wan Chai • Lines: Isl (7 min walk)
Admiralty • Lines: Isl, Sil, Twl (8 min walk)

Ferry

Wan Chai Ferry Pier (12 min walk)
Central Pier 5 • Lines: Cheung Chau - Central (22 min walk)

Train

Garden Road (18 min walk)
Kennedy Road (21 min walk)