Located on the Southern Coast of China, the city of Hong Kong is famous for its beautiful harbor, breathtaking architecture and futuristic financial district. Yet Hong Kong is also home to some of the best shopping facilities in the East. From trendy boutiques and sprawling markets to luxury designer stores, Hong Kong boasts a range of shopping areas that cater for all tastes and budgets. Read on for some of the best places to shop in Hong Kong, so that you know where to browse the racks and pick-up some incredible clothes and gifts on your next trip to the Pearl of the Orient.
Frequently mentioned on top ten lists as the ultimate place to shop in Hong Kong, Causeway Bay is plastered with a huge array of shops, departments stores and markets. This is where you will find SOGO, which is the largest department store in Hong Kong, as well as the Times Square Shopping Mall which has a whopping 230 shops spread out over 16 floors. The shopping center is also a great place to sample some local cuisine or watch a movie. Wander the shop-lined streets to find hidden gems like independent fashion retailers for some hip and young clothing. You can get to the Causeway by taking the MTR to Causeway Bay.
Another popular shopping destination is that of Mongok. Mongok is an area that is known for being the most densely populated area (square meter for square meter) in the world. Amongst the crammed walkways you will find hundreds of market stalls that are overflowing with products such as electronic items, flowers, tourist souvenirs and Chinese fashion. Prices are cheap, just remember to bargain politely before making a purchase. There is also a large electrical outlet store called Mongkok Computer Center, which provides a great spot to pick up affordable computers and related accessories. You can get to Mongkok by taking the MTR and getting off at the Mongkok stop.
If you’re looking for some high-end fashion boutiques that wouldn’t look out of place in London or Paris then you should head to Hong Kong’s Central District. Here you can find world famous brands such as Luis Vuitton and Harvey Nichols. Lane Crawford luxury department store also offers a host of designer garments for the fashion conscious traveler. Check out Shanghai Tang for some beautiful fashion pieces that are popular with Honk Kong’s in-crowd. Jewelery-lovers can shop at De Beers, Larry Jewelery, Pianegonda and Tiffany and Co. The area is also home to the Michelin Star Restaurant, Caviar Gaspia, which is located inside of the Mandarin Oriental Hotel. Central has its own MRT stop which puts you right near to the heart of the shopping action.
After a long day browsing the rails and snapping up some beautiful garments and gifts you can relax and unwind with a pampering treatment or massage at a spa. Hong Kong has some exclusive massage centers which are highly-rated and provide the perfect tranquil oasis so you can relax and unwind away from Honk Kong’s bustling streets. Happy shopping!
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