Discover the cultural heart of Hong Kong along the world-famous Central–Mid-Levels Escalator. For seasoned travelers moving past typical tourist spots, Old Town Central offers a rich mix of colonial heritage, world-class dining, cutting-edge art galleries, and vibrant nightlife.

Key Attractions and Activities in Old Town Central

• Old Town Signatures & Local Flavors: Savor classic Cantonese street dining at open-air dai pai dongs, sample fresh market produce, or stop at historic temples nestled among bustling streets.
• Heritage & Living History: Walk the granite stone steps of Pottinger Street, discover colonial architecture and arts at Tai Kwun (a revitalized heritage police and prison complex), and view classic tong lau shophouses alongside the Dr Sun Yat-sen Museum.
• Art, Boutiques & Antiques: Stroll past vivid murals and galleries along Hollywood Road, browse artisan boutiques and design studios at PMQ, scour curio shops on Upper Lascar Row (Cat Street), and wander through quiet creative enclaves like Wing Lee Street and Tai Ping Shan Street.
• World-Class Food & Cocktails: Enjoy fine dining at Michelin-starred venues, traditional dim sum parlors, local bakeries, and award-winning speakeasies tucked into historic alleyways.

Interactive Exploration: Old Town Central AR Web App

Navigate Central’s hidden alleys with an interactive AR-enabled web experience featuring motion-activated stops and local audio stories:

• Yuen’s Tailor: Bonny Yuen shares insights from over 55 years of bespoke craftsmanship.
• Kinsman: Co-founder Gavin Yeung showcases modern cocktails crafted with traditional Cantonese spirits.
• Kung Lee Herbal Tea Shop: Fourth-generation owner Ben Tsui covers traditional herbal jelly and fresh sugar cane juice heritage.
• Glocal Mahjong: Cecilia Chan highlights the craft behind custom, modern mahjong keepsakes.

Limited-Time Perks & Exclusive Cocktails

• Collectible Street Sign Pins: Spend HKD 200 or more in a single same-day transaction at participating merchants (including Central Market, Tai Kwun, and PMQ) to redeem one of five limited-edition Hong Kong street sign pins.
• Old Town Exclusive Cocktails: Taste Central-inspired drinks crafted across 14 neighborhood cocktail bars, including Asia’s 50 Best Bars honorees such as COA, Montana, The Opposites, The Savory Project, and Tell Camellia.
• Old Town Walking Maps: Grab an official neighborhood map at visitor touchpoints to find hidden routes and historic highlights.

Quick Visitor FAQ

Where is Old Town Central?

Old Town Central spans the historic district along and around the Central–Mid-Levels Escalator, stretching from Central down through Sheung Wan.

How to get there?

Take the MTR to Central Station (Exit D2) or Hong Kong Station, then walk toward Queen’s Road Central to connect directly with the Central–Mid-Levels Escalator.

Visit Hong Kong Tourism Board’s page to start planning your Old Town Central journey!