Shopping is one of Hong Kong's main draws, and the range runs from street markets where you bargain for watches and clothing to international luxury malls where the prices are fixed and steep. The city levies no sales tax, which makes it competitive for electronics and certain luxury goods.
Street Markets
The Temple Street Night Market in Yau Ma Tei (open from 7pm) has watches, electronics, clothing, and hardware alongside fortune tellers and street food stalls. Ladies' Market on Tung Choi Street in Mong Kok is a long stretch of stalls selling bags, clothing, toys, and accessories; open noon to 11:30pm. Stanley Market on the south side of Hong Kong Island sells silks, Chinese artwork, and curios in a more relaxed setting; open 10:30am to 6:30pm. The Jade Market at Kansu Street in Yau Ma Tei is worth a look, though buying jade requires some knowledge — see the Practical Information section.
Malls
Harbour City in Tsim Sha Tsui is one of the largest malls in Asia, with over 700 shops and restaurants across several interconnected buildings along Canton Road. IFC Mall in Central and Pacific Place in Admiralty cover the luxury end. Citygate Outlets at Tung Chung (near the airport and Disneyland) sells discounted international brands.
For electronics and computers, Sham Shui Po in Kowloon is far better than the tourist-facing shops on Nathan Road. The Golden Computer Arcade and Apliu Street flea market are where locals go.
Markets worth seeing even if you don't buy
The Flower Market on Prince Edward Road West is extraordinary — a dense run of wholesale flower shops open from early morning, busiest around Lunar New Year. The Goldfish Market on Tung Choi Street is a Hong Kong oddity: dozens of shops selling aquarium fish and accessories, since keeping fish is considered auspicious.