The best shopping malls in Hong Kong: Your ultimate guide

Airside officially opened its doors in September 2023. Designed by internationally acclaimed architecture firm Snøhetta, Airside is a 47-storey multi-complex developed by Nan Fung Group. It is made up of Grade A office floors and a 700,000sq ft shopping mall offering everything from restaurants and cafes to retail shops, entertainment venues – including a huge indoor surfing venue – and plenty of outdoor spaces. 

Located in West Kowloon above Kowloon Station, Elements is a convenient spot attached to the Airport Express, a plethora of apartments, as well as the ICC, the tallest building in Hong Kong. Shop till you drop at the wide range of luxury stores or make use of their indoor skating rink and Premiere Cinemas, which is said to be one of the largest cinemas in Hong Kong with 12 theatre houses. 

Harbour City sprawls along the Kowloon side of Victoria Harbour where you can catch the Star Ferry, walk along the Avenue of Stars, and explore Tsim Sha Tsui. Whatever you’re looking for, you’re likely to find it in Harbour City. From dining and shopping to hotels, this mall has all your bases covered for the perfect day out in Hong Kong. Be sure to check out the striking ‘Hong Kong’ display sign by French artist Camille Walala at the Ocean Terminal Deck, where you’ll be treated to an unobstructed view of Victoria Harbour. Even its car park has views for days!

K11 Art Mall (not to be confused with K11 Musea below) is a unique venue that often serves as a platform to showcase all kinds of pioneering artworks. Founded by Adrian Cheng in 2008, the art mall collaborates with the non-profit K11 Art Foundation to bring innovative projects and out-of-the-box exhibitions by our local creative talents.

Dubbing itself the ‘Silicon Valley of Culture’, K11 Musea is a behemoth along the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront. Apart from a huge variety of shops – from luxury and beauty brands to kids and lifestyle stores – there’s also an amazing selection of world-class restaurants and casual eateries to choose from. But unlike any other malls in the city, this harbourside landmark is also decked out in artworks of all shapes and sizes. Even the peacock-shaped kids’ playground looks like a giant art installation. K11 Musea also regularly hosts various art and cultural activities where creative minds from Hong Kong and around the world come together for some of the most fascinating showcases in the city. Come for the shopping, stay for the art.

Spend some time exploring the bustling area of Mong Kok at Langham Place. With so much to offer, this mall is packed with great shopping for any budget – if you’re bored, you’re simply not looking hard enough. Keep your eyes open for the mall’s events and performances as you might catch one of your favourite performers on stage. We’d recommend taking the long 45-metre escalator to the top floors and winding your way down so you don’t miss the smaller independent stores.

As you can tell from the name, this shopping mall is seriously mega. Boasting 1.1 million sq ft and spanning 19 stories, the mall houses an international-sized ice rink that has hosted Olympic qualifiers and local figure skating contests, a massive IMAX cinema, and more than 60 stores. To make things even easier for you, there are free shuttle buses running between the mall and Kowloon Bay MTR Station. 

One of the largest malls in Mong Kok, this spot is super convenient to get to as it’s connected to the Mong Kong East MTR station. Browse through the diverse mix of stores and restaurants or take a break in the UA Cinema or IMAX theatre and catch a movie. There’s even an outdoor playground for the little ones.

Opened in 2017 along the iconic Sneaker Street in Mong Kok, The Forest is a nature- and sports-themed shopping destination that sells a comprehensive range of the latest sports-related products in a sustainable environment with ample greenery. Inspired by Tokyo’s trendy Daikanyama district with cute narrow alleys, vibrant shopping spots, and lots of greenery, browse through the 50,000-sq-ft, three-storey mall while taking in the ‘fresh air’ (it is Mong Kok after all). 

No weekend plans? Trek out to Tung Chung and the Citygate Outlets for a wide range of designer discounts you won’t find anywhere else in Hong Kong. From Burberry and Ralph Lauren to Nike and Vans, you can check off everybody on your Christmas list with one visit to this discount heaven. 

Just next door to City University, Festival Walk is a convenient store to browse through whether you live in the area or are going to study. Relax at the various mall cafes or shop your day away with a wide range of stores and famous fashion brands that would keep any fashionista happy. And if you’re looking to work up a sweat, swish around on the massive ice rink!

Head out to New Town Plaza at the heart of Sha Tin. It’s the perfect spot to grab a bite with friends and family or to satisfy some much-needed shopping therapy. Want to bring your fur baby along? Sure thing! Visit the outdoor pet park and let them run wild. New Town Plaza is also one of the busiest shopping malls in the New Territories thanks to the huge bus terminal below the mall, so you’re bound to find a suitable route that will take you to and from various destinations.

Attached to Tseung Kwan O MTR station, PopCorn is a stylish hub for those who want to do a bit of retail therapy or catch the latest Hollywood flick. A mall is not complete without a good selection of food and snacks, and PopCorn is no exception with its range of restaurants and cuisines suited to any palate.

Located atop Tai Wai MTR Station, The Wai – built as part of MTR’s Rail plus Community concept – opened its doors in July 2023. The four-storey complex spans a total of 650,000 sq ft, housing nearly 150 stores ranging from fashion and beauty to electronics and home goods, along with various dining options offering cuisines from around the world. The Wai also features Hong Kong’s largest indoor bicycle parking lot, a six-house cinema, and over 50,000 sq ft of outdoor green space. 

If you’re ever all the way up in Yuen Long, stop by Yoho Mall to get your shopping and dining fix in a fashionable and comfortable setting. The complex also welcomed the addition of Yoho Mix and Yoho Plus in June 2024, offering over 400 shops and restaurants for locals and visitors. Don’t forget to keep up to date on the mall’s events and offerings for shopping and dining deals you won’t be able to pass up.