Nightlife in Hong Kong
Most nightlife venues cluster around Central, especially Lan Kwai Fong and SoHo. Night-owls dress up for Club 97 and Dragon-I, or listen to live music at Fringe Club. The harbour view in Tsim Sha Tsui is Aqua Spirit's main attraction. Enjoy a Wednesday flutter at Happy Valley Racecourse. Cocktails and happy hours are offered at most clubs and bars, which generally stay open until dawn at weekends.
Bars
Expand all1. Aqua Spirit - Romantic harbour views
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Above its sister restaurant, glamorous Aqua Spirit in Tsim Sha Tsui has jaw-dropping harbour views, with most seats facing the huge windows. Its sofas and fringed screens are perfect for a romantic evening cocktail. DJs play nightly from 10.30pm.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
30/F, 1, Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon Hong Kong
Telephone
+852 3427 2288
2. Post 97 - People-watching wine bar
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Central's popular Post 97 has been a late-night institution since 1983, and is still wonderful for people-watching. A spacious bar with sofas, funky murals, decent food and huge windows, it reopened as a wine bar after renovations in January 2008.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
9, Lan Kwai Fong, Central, Hong Kong Island Hong Kong
Telephone
+852 2186 1817
3. Mes Amis - Unpretentious Kowloon bar
Show moreWith most decent bars in Kowloon, this branch of Mes Amis is a welcome addition to Tsim Sha Tsui. Busy yet unpretentious, the mixed crowd comes for its decent wine list, R&B music and packed ladies' night every Wednesday.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
15, Ashley Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon Hong Kong
Telephone
+852 2730 3038
4. Gecko - Jazzy wine bar
Show moreTucked away down a Central backstreet, candelit Gecko is the in-the-know locals' favourite, especially for its wine list and DJs. Sink into cosy sofas on weekday evenings with piano music or jamming sessions. Weekends get raucous with live jazz.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
LG Floor, Ezra Lane, Lower Hollywood Rd, Central, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong
Telephone
+852 2537 4680
5. Red - Outdoor terrace with a view
Show moreWhile many bars capitalise on harbour views, Red also has a huge terrace above Central's IFC shopping mall. Relax on huge sofas and sip cocktails with an after-work crowd that continues partying. The DJ plays jazz and funk nightly.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
4/F Two IFC, 8, Finance Street, Central, Hong Kong Island Hong Kong
Telephone
+852 8129 8882
6. Yumla - Trendy alternative-music crowd
Show moreYumla is a basement bar in Central that draws in the cool alternative-music crowd. Local and international DJs play an assortment of electro, hip hop, jungle, dubstep and more. Its regularly changing front is painted by local graffiti artists.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
Lower Basement, 79 Wyndham Street, Hong Kong Island Central, Hong Kong
Telephone
+852 2147 2383
Clubs
Expand all7. Pi - Chic nightspot
Show moreChic nightclub Pi is located 28 floors above ground in Hong Kong's skyscraper-studded Lan Kwai Fong district. Party people sip cocktails in low-lit lounges and dance to sultry R'n'B music. Arrive early for discounted drinks during Happy Hour.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
28/F, 8, Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong
Telephone
+852 2868 1162
8. Drop - Funky tucked-away club
Show moreA popular late-night dance club, tucked-away Drop in Central has a strict door policy, giving that exclusive feel. Small, stylish and minimalist, hip young professionals love the house music and top DJs. Martini and champagne are drinks of choice.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
B/F On Lok Mansion, 39-43, Hollywood Road, Central, Hong Kong Island Hong Kong
Telephone
+852 2543 8856
9. Dragon-i - Gorgeous party crowd
Show moreThis ultra-stylish bar in Central transforms from daytime civilised dim sum spot to celeb-loving club. Enter Dragon-i's oriental-minimalist decor for beautiful staff, cocktails and DJs playing hip-hop, R&B and deep house. Dress up to get past the discerning door staff.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
UG/F The Centrium, 60, Wyndham Street, Central, Hong Kong Island Hong Kong
Telephone
+852 3110 1222
10. Club 97 - Decadent dancing
Show moreLeading Hong Kong's nightlife scene, bijoux Club 97 in Central pulls in a sophisticated crowd and celebs. Its reputable local and international DJs play hot Latino, laid-back reggae, retro funk and R&B. Friday's Gay Happy Hour is legendary.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
9, Lan Kwai Fong, Central, Hong Kong Island Hong Kong
Telephone
+852 2186 1897
Entertainment
Expand all11. Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts - Talented students
Show moreIn addition to training the stars of the future, the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts hosts regular dance, drama and music performances. The complex in the Wanchai district has three theatres, a recital hall and an open-air amphitheatre.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
1, Gloucester Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong
Telephone
+852 2584 8500
12. Hong Kong Cultural Centre - Classical concerts venue
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With a concert hall plus two theatres and gallery, Hong Kong Cultural Centre on Tsim Sha Tsui's waterfront is the city's main arts venue. Regular performances are held by the excellent Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra and Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
10, Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon Hong Kong
Telephone
+852 2734 2009
13. Fringe Club - Multi-arts venue
Show more At the forefront of contemporary art, performance and music, Central's laid-back Fringe Club packs many events into its small space. The main bar has live bands every weekend and art exhibitions, plus a tiny theatre and fabulous rooftop bar.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
2, Lower Albert Road, Central, Hong Kong Island Hong Kong
Telephone
+852 2521 7251
14. Happy Valley Racecourse - Night at the races
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Gambling is a Hong Kong obsession, but even novices will love the races at world-famous Happy Valley Racecourse, held between September and June. The best views of the floodlit track and surrounding tower blocks are from the grandstand's eighth floor.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
2, Sports Road, Happy Valley, Hong Kong Island Hong Kong
Telephone
+852 2895 1523
15. Racks Billiards Club - Upmarket pool hall
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An upmarket pool hall, Central's Racks Billiards Club models itself on a tasteful Manhattan bar. Cocktails are served to well-heeled businessfolk and trend-setters who lounge on leather sofas using WiFi between shooting pool. It's members only but guests are admitted.Show this on mapE-mail this item
Address
M88, 7th Floor, 2-8, Wellington Street, Central, Hong Kong Island Hong Kong
Telephone
+852 2868 3762
