Hong Kong Island's TOP 4 major shopping areas, Hong Kong Island shopping guide

There are plenty of great shopping opportunities on Hong Kong Island, a larger area that is home to dozens of stores, shopping malls and markets that sell everything from the mundane to the fancy, sports equipment, sleepwear and more.

Hong Kong Island's modern shopping malls often offer bargains year-round, but especially during the annual holidays. Many areas are usually accessible by subway and bus, so these shopping venues are all within easy reach of each other.

1. Hollywood Road



Main Features: Food, Nightlife, Shopping

Hollywood Road in Hong Kong stretches from Sheung Wan to Central, and is home to the historic Man Mo Temple and the old Central Police Station (now Tai Kwun). The bustling Cat Street on Upper Lascar Row is a great place for shopping. This popular flea market is where the largest number of antique shops are gathered. Almost everything is available and sold here, from ancient Chinese handicrafts, Ming-style vases to furniture and paintings. Many late-night cafes, cocktail bars and trendy restaurants are lined up on Hollywood Road, so it is still very lively after midnight.

Location information: Hollywood Road, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong

2. New Horizons Outlet Mall



Feature: Shopaholics

Horizons Hong Kong is an outlet mall located in Aberdeen. The 25-storey building is home to around 100 designer outlets, including well-known brands such as Armani, Ralph Lauren, Yves Saint Lauren, Tod's, Replay, Paul Smith, Diesel and Lane Crawford. Discounts vary greatly depending on the store and the season, ranging from 30% to over 80%. Horizons Hong Kong is located in Ap Lei Chau, approximately 5 km south of The Peak, Hong Kong.

Location: 2 Lee Wing Street, Ap Lei Chau, Hong Kong
Opening hours: 10:00 - 20:00 daily
Tel: +852 2554 9089

3. Prada Outlet



Feature: Shopaholics

Prada Hong Kong offers discounts on handbags, clutches and accessories from the high-end brand. Many items are around 50% off the original price, but this varies by item and season. You can get better prices on out-of-season fashion items, such as winter clothes in the summer and beach accessories during the New Year. Prada Hong Kong also sells items from sister brand Miu Miu. Most people line up from the early morning, hoping to be the first to grab the latest products.

Location: 18A South Horizons Road, South Horizons, Ap Lei Chau, Hong Kong
Opening hours: Monday 12:00 - 19:00, Tuesday to Sunday 10:30 - 19:30
Tel: +852 2814 9576

4. Western Market



Feature: Shopaholic

Western Market in Sheung Wan is a carefully renovated Edwardian-style building that has been in existence since 1906. There are several Chinese handicrafts and cloth shops in Western Market, while the Western District is famous for small Chinese-style shops selling dried seafood and Chinese herbal medicines. Western Market is also one of the oldest existing market buildings in Hong Kong and was listed as a statutory monument in 1990. There is also a well-known restaurant in the Western Market building, and people hold weddings and banquets here all year round.

Location information: Western Market, 323 Des Voeux Road, Sheung Wan, Central, Hong Kong
Opening hours: 10:00 - 00:00 every day