Heritage of Mei Ho House
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About this place
Built inside the last surviving 1950s Mark I H-shaped resettlement block, the Heritage of Mei Ho House is a privately run museum that displays the evolution of public housing and grassroots community life in Hong Kong from the 1950s to the 1970s. Families can walk through highly immersive exhibits, explore recreated nostalgic living spaces, and help children understand the historical roots of local life.
Things to know
Stroller Friendly
The venue is fully accessible with lifts, ramps, and accessible toilets, making it highly stroller-friendly.
Beat the Heat
Because the exhibition is indoor and well air-conditioned, it makes an excellent, free rainy-day activity or a place to escape the summer heat.
Flexible Exploration
Families can explore at their own pace. There is no pressure to follow a tour, but children who enjoy storytelling may like the free public tours.
Combine with Garden Hill
Right behind the hostel is a path leading up to Garden Hill. If your kids are old enough to climb stairs, head up at sunset for a beautiful panoramic view of Kowloon.
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Location & getting there
Getting here
From Sham Shui Po Station Exit B2, walk along Pei Ho Street, through the pedestrian subway, turn left, and go up the Berwick Street ramp (5 to 10 minutes). Alternatively, from Shek Kip Mei Station Exit A2, walk along Woh Chai Street, turn left on Pak Tin Street, and go up the ramp (10 to 15 minutes).
Take routes 2D, 6D, or 104 to Woh Chai Street; routes 2B, 2E, 2F, 86, 86A, 86C, 87B, 214 to Nam Cheong Street; routes 72, 81 to Tai Po Road; or route 6, 6C to Pei Ho Street.
Direct driving is not advised as there is no onsite parking. Drivers can park at the nearby Shek Kip Mei Estate Car Park on Woh Chai Street, which is a 3-minute walk away.
Taxis can drop off passengers directly at the main entrance ramp of the hostel.
Paved and accessible walking paths lead to the venue from both Sham Shui Po and Shek Kip Mei MTR stations.
Parking fees
| HK$21per hour | Private Cars (07:00 to 23:00) |
| HK$155listing | Daily Max Rate per 24 hours |
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Are there interactive elements for kids, or is it mostly just reading panels?
Do we need to book a guided tour?
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