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Hong Kong Shopping Guide - Find where and what to shop and buy

TIME : 2016/2/24 13:50:57

Shopping in Hong Kong is a truly memorable experience. Keen shoppers are bound to find whatever they are hunting for in Hong Kong. Modern shopping centers jostle for space here with chaotic market places and traditional shops, meaning that there is plenty of variety available.

Visitors in search of souvenirs would do well to head to the market stalls on Cat Street near the Man Mo temple, where there are plenty of bargains to be found. Some of the most popular things to buy include bags, watches and tailored clothing, all of which can be found in the lanes in and around Li Yuen Street West and Li Yuen Street East.

Most is the shops here open at around 10am in the morning and close around midnight, meaning that bargain hunters will have no trouble finding somewhere to shop, no matter what time of day or night it is.


Hong Kong Shopping Locations


Causeway Bay in Hong Kong Island

Causeway Bay in Hong Kong Island Consisting of six main streets, Causeway Bay is the best place to shop for designer clothes and the latest fashions and accessories. Hong Kong tourist shoppers will find a number of large shopping malls here, while bargain hunters should visit Jardine's Crescent and Lee Garden Road.


Night Shopping at Temple Street Market in Kowloon, Hong Kong

The Temple Street flea market is located in Kowloon, Hong Kong. Shopping here starts at 16:00 and ends at midnight; this vibrant night market is a great place to pick up cheap goods such as clothes, watches and luggage. There are regular street performances here and vendors selling cheap and tasty meals. Simply take the MTR to Jordan Station and use Exit A to get here.

 


Electronics Shopping at Nathan Road Kowloon, Hong Kong

Located in the Kowloon district, this is a good place to buy electronics such as cameras and gadgets. This is also a popular place to buy designer watches at dramatically discounted prices. It is possible to take the MTR to Jordan Station, following Exit C.


Ap Liu Street Flea Market

Lovers of second-hand goods will want to take the time to browse through the large and chaotic Ap Liu Street flea market. This Hong Kong shopping destination open from noon until midnight, top buys here include antique watches, coins and electronic products.


Hong Kong Shopping Tips

Look for shops displaying a QTS (Quality Tourism Services) sign as this shows that their products pass annual quality checks. Bartering is the accepted practice at street markets, although prices tend to be fixed in shops and malls. Prices vary, so it is a good idea to shop around before buying.