Temple Street, located in Yau Tsim Mong, Kowloon, also known as Men’s Street, was once a famous entertainment district in Hong Kong. It has now become a well-known night market and venue for the common people in Hong Kong, retaining much of the old Hong Kong charm and local atmosphere. Tourists enjoy coming here to savor seafood stalls, claypot rice, and other delicacies, searching for a taste of Hong Kong’s past. The evening is when Temple Street comes alive, with neon lights flashing and dance halls catching the eye.
The Temple Street Night Market stretches 600 meters, selling clothing, glasses, watches, toys, coins, accessories, old photos, old paintings, and more. There are also many counterfeit and fake stalls where bargaining is appropriate.
The roadside food stalls of Temple Street are a significant feature, with every shop packed with people. Seafood is recommended, particularly the salted shrimp. Additionally, Temple Street’s Xingji claypot rice and spicy crab are worth trying.
For those who want to try local snacks, one can simply stand by the roadside and chew on skewers of beef balls, fish balls, and egg waffles. If tired, one can find a dessert shop to rest and have a bowl of sweet soup to relieve fatigue.
The market is open all year round, accessible 24/7. Essential tips:
1. Temple Street was an early entertainment area in Hong Kong, so there are many counterfeit and fake products. Tourists should be cautious when purchasing items.
2. Seafood stalls average cost: around 200 HKD per person; snacks average cost: around 50 HKD per person.
