Hong Kong Space Museum
The Hong Kong Space Museum is a museum dedicated to promoting knowledge of astronomy and space science, and is one of the world's most advanced space science museums.…
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Key facts
- Admission
- Adults HK$10; free admission on Wednesdays
- Opening hours
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday: 13:00–21:00; Saturday, Sunday and public holidays: 10:00–21:00; closed on Tuesdays (except public holidays), the first day of Lunar New Year and the second day of Lunar New Year
- Time needed
- 2–3 hours
- Getting there
- 1. From Exit J of Tsim Sha Tsui East MTR Station, walk about 10 minutes along Salisbury Road; 2. Take the Star Ferry from Central or Wan Chai to Tsim Sha Tsui, then walk about 10 minutes
- Guidebook rating
- 3 / 5
From China Self Guided Travel 2025, page 2601. Open in Google Maps
About Hong Kong Space Museum
The Hong Kong Space Museum is a museum dedicated to promoting knowledge of astronomy and space science, and is one of the world's most advanced space science museums. It invites you to explore the mysteries of the universe. Its egg-shaped building is regarded as a cultural landmark of Hong Kong.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Hong Kong Space Museum cost?
Admission to Hong Kong Space Museum is Adults HK$10; free admission on Wednesdays, as listed in the 2025 guidebook. Prices can change; check the official channel before you go.
What are the opening hours of Hong Kong Space Museum?
Hong Kong Space Museum is open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday: 13:00–21:00; Saturday, Sunday and public holidays: 10:00–21:00; closed on Tuesdays (except public holidays), the first day of Lunar New Year and the second day of Lunar New Year.
How do I get to Hong Kong Space Museum?
1. From Exit J of Tsim Sha Tsui East MTR Station, walk about 10 minutes along Salisbury Road; 2. Take the Star Ferry from Central or Wan Chai to Tsim Sha Tsui, then walk about 10 minutes
How long should I spend at Hong Kong Space Museum?
Plan on 2–3 hours for Hong Kong Space Museum.
Where is Hong Kong Space Museum?
Hong Kong Space Museum is in Hong Kong, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, in the South China of China.
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