# Stanley (赤柱)

Hong Kong, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region · South China, China · Guidebook rating: 3/5
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## Key facts

- **Admission:** Adults HK$198; children and seniors HK$128 Mid-Levels Escalator: the world's longest outdoor covered escalator, 800 metres long, which appeared in Wong Kar-wai's film Chungking Express. Riding it, you can see the everyday life of Hong Kong's people all around you.
- **Opening hours:** All day; the escalator runs in one direction only: downhill 6:00–10:00; uphill 10:15–24:00
- **Time needed:** 2–4 hours
- **Getting there:** Take the MTR to Central Station, Exit C, walk straight along Des Voeux Road, turn left onto Zubili Street (租庇利街), and walk about 10 minutes
- **Good for:** Architecture, Photography

## About Stanley

Stanley Peninsula is breezy with sea winds, and features historic temples, a lively open-air market and a bar street. Chinese and Western cultures blend harmoniously here, making it a colourful and beautiful seaside town.
The landmark Murray House retains its classical Victorian architectural style, with old-fashioned chandeliers and ceiling fans, giving the feeling of having stepped back in time. Whether you want to shoot a retro film here or find a restaurant to savour the past, it is a good choice.

## Tips from the guidebook

- There are plenty of snacks here, so you can eat your fill.

### One-Line Recommendation

Sky100 Hong Kong Observation Deck: This is the highest indoor observation deck in Hong Kong. By day, you can look down over Victoria Harbour and gaze out toward Victoria Peak, with expansive, spectacular views; at night, the neon lights sparkle, creating a wonderfully romantic atmosphere.

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Source: China Self-Guided Travel 2025 (《中国自助游》, Tianjin Science & Technology Press, Aug 2024), p. 2609. Prices, hours and transport details are as printed in the August 2024 edition and may have changed. Always confirm with the venue before you travel.
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