7 of the Most Photogenic Spots in Hong Kong

Our unique list of the top seven Instagram spots in Hong Kong! We were lucky enough to spend five days in this cosmopolitan city. Here are what we believe to be the most Instagrammable spots in Hong Kong.

Dare I say it; Hong Kong is my favorite city in Asia. Now, that’s a big statement, considering there are so many great cities on this continent, like Hanoi, Bangkok, and Kuala Lumpur.  I went to Hong Kong not expecting a whole lot and left well, I left not wanting to leave. It’s a mad city with crazy-busy streets, sky-high buildings, stinking humidity, and Michelin-starred restaurants on every corner.

At night, the city comes alive it almost bursts with energy. This energy radiates from the pavements, and you can’t help but embrace the fast-paced nature of the city. As I’ve said, I love Hong Kong, and hopefully, this piece will make you fall in love with it, too.

Hong Kong is Instagram’s darling with many of the city’s landmarks swarmed with selfie-taking tourists, in this piece I’ll show you a couple of off-the-beaten-track spots that will be sure to up your Instagram game! Whether you have a layover in Hong Kong or you’re spending 2 days in Hong Kong or longer you’re sure to fit some if not all of these awesome places into your itinerary!

Most Instagrammable Spots in Hong Kong

1. Choi Hung estate, Choi Hung

Okay, so this one isn’t so off-the-beaten-track. Choi Hung estate and, in particular, its colorful basketball court is one of the most popular Instagram spots in all of Hong Kong. The buildings are actually council flats, and back in the 70s, the council decided to paint them all different colors to lift the resident’s spirits. I wonder did they foresee how popular it would become with tourists?

But mostly, I wonder how the residents feel about the hoards of tourists photographing their homes. If you do visit, please respect the fact that people live here. Be mindful of the local residents and try not to intrude on their privacy!

How to get here (from Jordan station) –

Hop on the Tsuen Wan Line (the red line) to Mong Kok station. Change to Kwun Tong Line (green line) to Choi Hung. Take exit C4 and then walk for 7 minutes to Choi Hung estate. Luckily, they have little signposts now pointing you in the right direction.

You will see a car park, go up the stairs next to the car park. The basketball courts are on top of this car park.

2. Monster building, Quarry Bay

Recognize this place? If you’ve seen Transformers: Age of Extinction, this building will look familiar. This is certainly one of the best Instagram spots in Hong Kong! And a lot less crowded than I expected.

Yick Cheong Building, or the Monster Building, as it’s been nicknamed by locals, isn’t actually a single building but a complex composed of five connecting structures. They were built during a population boom in the 60s to offer government-subsidized housing for low-income residents.

As amazingly-cool as it is this has been a little bit tricky for me to recommend as the locals have banned photographers from snapping here without a permit. They have even put banners around the shops on the ground floor. FYI – these had been taken down when we visited but they may be back up again. Just be warned if you do visit here soon, you may not be able to take photos. As always, be respectful of the locals – this is their home.

How to get here (from Jordan station) –

Hop on the Tsuen Wan Line (red line) to Admiralty Station, then hop on the Island Line (blue line) to Tai Koo Station. Get off at Tai Koo and take Exit B. The buildings are but a four-minute walk from here.

3. Catch the sunset from Harbour City carpark

Next up on your Hong Kong itinerary is a huge shopping mall (or more specifically the top floor of its car park!)

On the right evening, Hong Kong’s sunsets can be spectacular. And one of the best places to catch a glimpse is Harbour City mall in Tsim Sha Tsui. Right by the Victoria Harbour. There are many vantage points from Harbour City to capture the approaching dusk but our favourite was from the roof of the multi-storey car park. It’s also a great place to watch the Hong Kong light show.

4. Lok Wah South estate

Just off Chun Wah Road in Kwun Tong is Lok Wah South Estate, a series of public rental housing estates that are not much to look at save for a few fun & quirky elements. The colorful children’s playground has proven to be an excellent stomping ground for curious Instagrammers. And the roof of the parking garage is Lok Wah’s most photographed asset. The roof hosts turquoise-colored concentric circles that serve as both a bizarre subject and a fascinating backdrop.

How to get here (from Jordan station) –

Walk to Tsim Sha Tsui police station from here and get the 213x bus. Get off at Lok Wah South estate. Walk two minutes to the car park (at 70 Chun Wah Road)

5. See the neon signs on Nathan Road

No visit to Hong Kong would be complete without a snapshot of the city’s famous neon lights. Apparently, in the next few years the shops of Hong Kong are slowly making the transition to LED lights, which do not have the same magic as neon. Other than Nathan Road, you can photograph the glimmering lights of Hong Kong on Jordan Road, Tung Choi Street, and Lockhart Road.

6. Check out the various market stalls across Kowloon

There are hundreds if not thousands of market stalls scattered across Hong Kong. They remain a staple in everyday Hong Kong society and the locals use them to buy anything from meat to beauty products. Watch with fascination as locals and stall-holders barter over the price.

At night, you will get the best photos of these colorful and brightly lit stalls. Our favourite markets to photograph included Ladies Mile and Temple Street Night Market.

7. Hong Kong’s famed red taxis and buses

Again, no visit to Hong Kong could end without a photograph of the city’s famed red taxis. Oh, and the city’s oh so colorful buses. Catch both of these treasures throughout the city. FYI – photographing the taxi’s at a crossing when they’re all lined up seems to have the coolest effect for Instagram.

Thanks for Reading!

Phew, and that’s it, my top picks for the best instagram spots in Hong Kong! If you’ve visited Hong Kong what did you think? Would you add anywhere else to the list? I’d love to hear them – let me know in the comments below.

While you’re here, you may want to check out my other South East Asia blogs, like –

The Most Photogenic Places in Sri Lanka (A Unique Itinerary)

Our Honest Opinion of Sri Lanka (and the Best Things to Do)

The Ultimate One Month Itinerary for Vietnam!

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Last Updated on September 12, 2024 by snaphappytravel