Chinese calligraphy, traditional costumes and paintings shine a light on the preserved customs and old-world side of life on Hong Kong Island.
Silk garbs, traditional Chinese dress and jewelry are among the highlights of the stalls of Stanley Market. It is the ideal bazaar to browse for souvenirs, before taking a break at one of the many restaurants and cafés. Get a glimpse into the local culture by chatting with vendors and people-watching.
Take shelter from the scorching sun beneath the covered part of this street market. Peruse the various souvenir stores and stalls for exotic items, such as bamboo birdcages and items displaying traditional Chinese characters. Have your name spelled out in elegant calligraphy on a colorful shirt or carved stamp.
Purchase handmade Chinese linen in the form of handkerchiefs and home goods. Silk is used for handbags and other accessories. Compare the latest fashion trends to the traditional garments on display in the clothing stalls. Electronics stores with all types of gadgets and trinkets make up much of the rest of the bazaar.
While you’re in Stanley, learn about this old fishing village by visiting its temples, as well as the Hong Kong Correctional Services Museum and Murray House, an 1844 building that was moved from Central and rebuilt here.
Continue your shopping trip at the Stanley Plaza mall and relax on the sandy strand overlooking Stanley Bay. Arrive in June to watch the annual Dragon Boat Race from the beach.
The market is open year round every day, while each stall has its own individual hours. Most begin trading in the morning and close as dusk falls. Arrive in the morning to miss the crowds.
Stanley Market is located in the Stanley district on the southern coast of Hong Kong Island. It is right next to the Stanley Promenade and Stanley Bay. Reach the area via an exciting ride on a double-decker bus over narrow winding roads from the Central district.
Explore the surroundings for other attractions such as the Old Stanley Police Station, the To Tei Temple and the Tai Wong Temple.
