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Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre

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Yau Tsim Mong

Open now· closes 6:00 PM

Directions

Best for ages

2–12 years

Setting

Indoor/Outdoor

Typical visit

1 to 2 hours

Parking

N/A

Get in touch

Phone

(852) 2208 4488

Website

www.amo.gov.hk/tc/visitor-centre/heritage-discovery-centre/index.html

enquiry@amo.gov.hk

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About this place

Housed in the beautifully restored Blocks S61 and S62 of the former British military Whitfield Barracks (circa 1910), the Hong Kong Heritage Discovery Centre is a public cultural hub managed by the Antiquities and Monuments Office (AMO). Families visit to explore Hong Kong’s archaeological and built heritage through interactive galleries, enjoy thematic exhibitions, and let children participate in hands-on learning activities in a relaxed, park-surrounded setting, all with free admission.

Things to know

Budget-Friendly

Entrance to the permanent exhibitions and temporary thematic exhibitions is 100% free.

Interactive Stamp Stations

Make sure to grab a blank postcard at the entrance. Kids can explore the venue to locate different self-stamping corners and complete their own souvenir postcard.

Outdoor Playground Access

Directly outside the museum building within Kowloon Park, kids can burn off energy at the children's playground featuring a dinosaur-style play area and a maze garden.

Stroller Accessibility

The historical colonial barracks have been thoroughly modernized to include accessible ramps, elevators, and wide flat walkways, making it easy to navigate with a stroller.

Facilities & amenities

Near MTR

Free Entry

Stroller Friendly

Air-Conditioned

Indoor

Opening hours

Monday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

WednesdayToday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

ThursdayClosed

Friday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Sunday10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Location & getting there

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Address

Haiphong Road Kowloon Park, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong

Public transport

MTR Tsim Sha Tsui Station · 4 min walk

Guide

Getting here

By MTR

Take the MTR to Tsim Sha Tsui Station and use Exit A1. From there, it is a very brief 3 to 4 minute walk straight into Kowloon Park to reach the Centre. Alternatively, you can use Jordan Station and enter Kowloon Park via Austin Road.

By Bus

Numerous bus routes stop along Nathan Road, Canton Road, and Kowloon Park Drive. The China Hong Kong City bus terminus on Kowloon Park Drive is roughly 130 meters from the Centre. Green Minibus routes 62S and 610S also stop nearby.

By car

Private cars cannot enter the pedestrian areas of Kowloon Park. Drivers must park at nearby public facilities, such as the Kowloon Park Sports Centre car park (accessed via Austin Road) or commercial parking lots at China Hong Kong City or Harbour City.

By Walking

Paved, stroller-friendly paths lead directly to the Centre from the main Kowloon Park entrances on Nathan Road (near Park Lane Shopper's Boulevard), Haiphong Road, or Austin Road.

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Good to know

Is there an admission fee to enter the center?

No, admission is completely free for all visitors.

What is there for young children to do inside?

Beyond viewing the models, children love the interactive touch-screen games, multimedia displays, and a special postcard stamp-hunting activity where they find four stamping corners throughout the building.

Is the venue stroller and wheelchair accessible?

Yes. Although it is a Grade I historic building, it has been fitted with modern ramps, escalators, and lifts to ensure full accessibility for strollers and wheelchairs.

Is there a cafe or restaurant inside the Centre?

While the venue features a beautiful outdoor courtyard and a patio area originally designed for an outdoor cafeteria, there is no major restaurant directly inside. However, the Centre is situated in Tsim Sha Tsui, meaning countless family-friendly restaurants, local eateries, and snack options are just a short walk away.

How long should we plan to spend there?

Most families spend between 1 to 2 hours exploring the exhibits. However, you can easily turn it into a half-day trip by spending the rest of your time enjoying Kowloon Park's playgrounds, aviary, and gardens.