Tai Kwun, Hong Kong

#280 among attractions in Hong Kong

Museum, Art gallery

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Facts and practical information

Tai Kwun, or the Former Central Police Station Compound includes three declared monuments in Central, Hong Kong: the former Central Police Station, the Former Central Magistracy and the Victoria Prison. Surrounded by Hollywood Road, Arbuthnot Road, Chancery Lane and Old Bailey Street, the compound underwent a heritage revitalisation and reopened to the public on 29 May 2018 as "Tai Kwun", a centre for heritage and arts. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 22°16'52"N, 114°9'15"E

Address

10 荷李活道 Hollywood RoadHong Kong China

Contact

+852 3559 2600

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Tai Kwun – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Man Yee Building, World-Wide House, Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens, Chater House.

~1080 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Building
Man Yee Building, Hong Kong
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Hong Kong's Central district, Man Yee Building stands as a beacon of modern commerce and shopping in this bustling city. This shopping center is a blend of retail luxury and convenience, offering a variety of shopping and dining options across...
~1410 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Building
World-Wide House, Hong Kong
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Hong Kong's bustling Central district, World-Wide House is a hub for both shopping enthusiasts and expatriates seeking a slice of home. This shopping center, strategically located at 19 Des Voeux Road Central, is an essential destination for...
~1400 ftSE
Zoo, Garden, Park
Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens, Hong Kong
7 min walk • Nestled amidst the bustling metropolis of Hong Kong, the Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens offer a serene and enchanting escape to nature lovers and families alike. This verdant oasis, located on the northern slope of Victoria Peak, is among the oldest...
~1370 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Building
Chater House, Hong Kong
7 min walk • Chater House is an embodiment of modern architectural elegance in the heart of Hong Kong, China. This sleek office building is a notable feature of the city's skyline and is situated in one of the most bustling districts of Hong Kong.
~1320 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre, Building
The Landmark, Hong Kong
7 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...
~1060 ftN
Shopping, Market, Historical place
Central Market, Hong Kong
6 min walk • Central Market, a quintessential historical landmark nestled in the bustling city of Hong Kong, offers a unique glimpse into the region's rich cultural heritage. Originally established in 1842, it stands as one of the oldest and most iconic markets in the city, having...
~1040 ftE
Shopping, Shopping centre
LHT Tower, Hong Kong
6 min walk • LHT Tower or Luk Hoi Tong Building is an office building and shopping mall at 31 Queen's Road Central, Central, Hong Kong. It is directly adjacent to MTR Central station. It was opened in November 2011.
~1310 ftNW
Market, Shopping
Bridges Street Market, Hong Kong
7 min walk • Bridges Street Market is located at No. 2 Bridges Street, at the corner of Shing Wong Street, in Sheung Wan, Hong Kong. It is a Bauhaus style market building, originally opened in 1953, and scheduled to be renovated and open in 2018 as a news museum.
~1080 ftW
Artifacts of founding father Sun Yat-sen
Dr Sun Yat-sen Museum, Hong Kong
6 min walk • The Dr Sun Yat-sen Museum is a museum in Central, Hong Kong. It is located in Kom Tong Hall, at 7 Castle Road, Central. After the preparation work undertaken by the Hong Kong Museum of History, the museum was opened on 12 December 2006, so as to commemorate the 140th birthday of the influential Chinese statesman.
~810 ftSE
Museum, Art museum, Bars and clubs
Fringe Club, Hong Kong
4 min walk • The Fringe Club is a not-for-profit arts organisation. Its mission is to help emergent artists, promote Hong Kong artists abroad through cultural exchange and overseas touring, and conserve and develop Hong Kong cultural heritage.
~850 ftS
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Hong Kong
5 min walk • The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception is a late 19th-century English Gothic revival church that serves as the cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong. It is located in the Mid-Levels area of the city at 16 Caine Road.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Tai Kwun?

Nearby attractions include Victoria Prison, Hong Kong (1 min walk), Former Central Magistracy, Hong Kong (1 min walk), SoHo, Hong Kong (3 min walk), Lan Kwai Fong, Hong Kong (4 min walk).

How to get to Tai Kwun by public transport?

The nearest stations to Tai Kwun:

Bus

Tai Kwun • Lines: 22, 22S, 40M, 8 (2 min walk)
Hollywood Road • Lines: 22, 22S, 8 (2 min walk)

Tram

Pottinger Street • Lines: 北角 → 石塘咀 North Point → Shek Tong, 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)
Pedder 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 (7 min walk)

Metro

Central • Lines: Isl, Twl (8 min walk)
Hong Kong • Lines: Ael, Tcl (10 min walk)

Train

Kennedy Road (11 min walk)
Garden Road (11 min walk)

Ferry

Central Pier 5 • Lines: Cheung Chau - Central (15 min walk)
Star Ferry Pier (32 min walk)