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Tai Kwun
Attraction
4.4 (12858 reviews)
Large complex comprised of new & landmark buildings with art shows, antique stores & bars/eateries.
Tai Kwun, 10 Hollywood Rd, Central, Hong Kong
+852 3559 2600
Did You Know?
Central Police Station
Tai Kwun literally means 'The Big Station' in Cantonese and was originally the Central Police Station, Central Magistracy, and Victoria Prison complex.
Heritage Buildings
The site comprises 16 meticulously restored heritage buildings, showcasing different architectural styles from the mid-19th to early 20th centuries.
Award of Excellence
In 2019, Tai Kwun received the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation's highest honour, the Award of Excellence, for its outstanding revitalization efforts.
Contemporary Hub
Today, Tai Kwun has been transformed into a vibrant centre for heritage and arts, featuring galleries, performance spaces, shops, and restaurants, blending its historical past with a dynamic cultural future.
Highlights from Reviews
• historical preservation
The site beautifully preserves its original architecture and character as a former police station, magistracy, and prison, offering a unique historical experience.
• art and culture blend
Tai Kwun effectively merges historical buildings with modern art installations, contemporary exhibitions, and cultural events, appealing to a wide audience.
• free admission
Entry to Tai Kwun is free, including many exhibitions and often free guided tours, making it an accessible cultural destination.
• engaging exhibitions
The exhibitions, particularly those in the prison cells, are well-presented, informative, and engaging for visitors of all ages, including children.
• architectural beauty
The stunning restoration of colonial-era buildings alongside modern designs creates a striking balance and provides many aesthetic photo opportunities.
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