Wan Chai District, Hong Kong

Name: Wan Chai District
Address: Hong Kong, China

#379 among attractions in Hong Kong

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Wan Chai District is one of the 18 districts of Hong Kong. Of the four on Hong Kong Island, it is north-central, and had 152,608 residents in 2011, a fall from 167,146 residents in 2001. The district has the second-highest educationally qualified residents with the highest-bracket incomes, the second-lowest population and the third-oldest quotient. It is a relatively affluent district, with one in five persons having liquid assets of more than HKD 1 million. ()

Alternative names: Area: 3.94 mi²Coordinates: 22°16'44"N, 114°10'21"E

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Wan Chai District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Causeway Bay, Times Square, Pacific Place, Wan Chai Market.

0.6 miE
Shopping, Shopping district
Causeway Bay, Hong Kong
16 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.
0.6 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Times Square, Hong Kong
16 min walk • Nestled in the bustling district of Causeway Bay, Times Square Hong Kong stands as a testament to the city's reputation as a shopper's paradise. This towering shopping centre and office complex is a beacon for both locals and tourists seeking a premium retail...
0.5 miW
Shopping, Shopping centre, Office
Pacific Place, Hong Kong
13 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...
~1690 ftS
Shopping, Market, Farmer's market
Wan Chai Market, Hong Kong
9 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...
~1410 ftS
Temple
Hung Shing Temple, Hong Kong
7 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.
~1950 ftS
Museum
Hong Kong House of Stories, Hong Kong
10 min walk • Hong Kong House of Stories, formerly Wan Chai Livelihood Place, is a museum of Hong Kong Culture and society. The museum is located in the Blue House in Wan Chai, Hong Kong. The museum provides Kong stories with movies, concerts, and exhibitions.
~1100 ftN
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.
~750 ftS
Park, Football, Basketball court
Southorn Playground, Hong Kong
4 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.
0.5 miSE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Queen Elizabeth Stadium, Hong Kong
13 min walk • The Queen Elizabeth Stadium is an indoor sport facility on the Morrison Hill in Wan Chai, on the Hong Kong Island of Hong Kong. First opened in 1980, it has a 3,500-seat arena, gymnasia, squash and badminton courts, and a multi-purpose hall.
~1860 ftS
Memorial, Vernacular architecture
Blue House, Hong Kong
9 min walk • Blue House refers to a 4-storey balcony-type tenement block located at 72-74A Stone Nullah Lane, Wan Chai, Hong Kong. It is named after the blue colour painted on its external walls.
~1850 ftW
Park
Harcourt Garden, Hong Kong
9 min walk • Harcourt Garden is a small urban park in Admiralty, Hong Kong, constructed in the mid-1990s. To the east of the park is the Hong Kong Police Headquarters while to the west is Admiralty bus station.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Wan Chai District?

Nearby attractions include Revenue Tower, Hong Kong (2 min walk), Immigration Tower, Hong Kong (2 min walk), Victoria, Hong Kong (3 min walk), Hong Kong Arts Centre, Hong Kong (3 min walk).

How to get to Wan Chai District by public transport?

The nearest stations to Wan Chai District:

Bus

Immigration Tower • Lines: 260, 307, 40M, 720A, 722, 967X, 969X (1 min walk)
O'Brien Road • Lines: 49S (2 min walk)

Metro

Wan Chai • Lines: Isl (3 min walk)
Admiralty • Lines: Isl, Sil, Twl (12 min walk)

Tram

O'Brien Road • 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 (5 min walk)
Luard Road • 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 (5 min walk)

Ferry

Wan Chai Ferry Pier (10 min walk)
Star Ferry Pier (27 min walk)

Train

Garden Road (22 min walk)
Kennedy Road (24 min walk)