The Best Things To Do in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong

Located on the 30th floor of Peking Road Shopping Arcade, and with incredible floor-to-ceiling windows, Aqua Spirit offers stunning views of Hong Kong’s skyline and Victoria Harbour, with moody lighting and sophisticated decor. An alternative is Eyebar in Isquare, which has outdoor seating as well as the night views.

While the most famous nightlife spot in Hong Kong is Lan Kwai Fong, there is also a late-night hub across the harbour, on a small side street called Knutsford Terrace. This narrow lane is packed with al fresco bars, pubs, clubs and a wide range of international restaurants. Some bars stay open until six in the morning, so it’s the perfect place to go if you don’t want the night to end.

Located on the second floor of a building on Chatham Road is a large space devoted entirely to claw machines. There are all sorts of prizes to be won, from stuffed toys to snacks. Each attempt costs just 5 Hong Kong dollars and difficulty levels vary from easy to hard, but if you can’t face the prospect of going home empty-handed, you can pay more to guarantee yourself a prize.

The Kowloon Mosque and Islamic Centre is one of the most iconic landmarks in Tsim Sha Tsui. The site was established during the British colonial era, when Indian Muslims were serving in the British Army in Hong Kong. At the time, they were based in Whitfield Barracks, the former site of which can still be found in Kowloon Park. Just a short walk from the park on Nathan Road, the mosque mostly serves Sunni Muslims from Pakistan and Indonesia. Visitors are welcome to attend prayers as long as they are covered from neck to ankle.

Located at the end of Star Avenue near the Arts Museum, Salisbury Garden is an exhibition space and a peaceful patch of green. It’s a nice spot to sit and admire the beautiful harbour view; bring a picnic just before sunset and wait for the buildings and light installations to come to life.