Tsim Sha Tsui

Overview

Tsim Sha Tsui is the cultural and commercial heart of Kowloon, packing world-class museums, luxury shopping, and one of the world's great waterfronts into a compact, walkable district.

Highlights

• Harbourfront Promenade: A continuous waterfront path with unbeatable skyline views.
• Museum Mile: Museum of Art, Space Museum, and Science Museum within walking distance.
• Nathan Road: The 'Golden Mile' of neon signs and electronics shops.

History

TST developed as a transport hub after the Kowloon-Canton Railway terminus opened in 1910. Land reclamation in the 1970s–80s created space for cultural venues.

Visitor Tips

• Evening: The district comes alive after dark with neon lights.
• Transport: Well connected by MTR, Star Ferry, and bus routes.
• Duration: 2–4 hours.