Yau Ma Tei Travel Guide
Kowloon
Visit Yau Ma Tei
Popular places to visit
Temple Street Night Market
Bargain hard for jade, listen to Chinese Opera, have your fortune told by a bird, and enjoy claypot rice in Hong Kong’s favorite nighttime market.
Sky100
Admire the city and harbor views from this panoramic viewpoint and then travel back in time to periods in Hong Kong’s history via virtual reality exhibits.
Elements Shopping Mall
During your trip to Kowloon, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Elements Shopping Mall. Amble around this culturally rich area's waterfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
International Commerce Centre
Unbeatable city, harbor and sunset views await at Hong Kong’s tallest skyscraper, which is also the location for a spectacular sound and light show.
Jade Market
During your trip to Kowloon, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Jade Market. Amble around this culturally rich area's waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.
West Kowloon Cultural District
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by West Kowloon Cultural District in Kowloon. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
TramOramic Sightseeing Tour plus 2-Day Tramways Ticket
Stone Spa Relaxing Zone (1 Hour) (Free visit Japan Toys Museum)
Top hotels in Yau Ma Tei
Eaton HK
Good location, clean room, nice staff and so many famous restaurants nearby
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong
The staff was helpful and attentive. The room was outstanding. The restaurant service was lacking. The staff was inattentive and slow. I had to leave my seat to get the attention of the manager
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Casa
The staff are good room are a bit small but I don’t expect much in HK location are great a lots of restaurants around love it 👍👍👍👍
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Nathan Hotel
Clean and neat
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
W Hong Kong
Great experience. We stayed only for 1 night but the moment we checked in, we were greeted by Wes who was very enthusiastic. He offered us drinks while we checked in, upgraded our room and very overall very pleasant. The room was also very comfortable. We especially loved the unique way the curtains ...
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Roca Guesthouse
Blanket smell of pee, pillow smell bad
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Yau Ma Tei
Yau Tsim Mong
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are a few things travellers love about Yau Tsim Mong. Check out Temple Street Night Market or Elements Shopping Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Kowloon Station to get around town.
Kwun Chung
Kwun Chung might not have many top sights, but Temple Street Night Market and Kowloon Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Jordan
Gourmet restaurants sacred temples and top sights from Temple Street Night Market to Shanghai Street – discover Jordan, a destination also famous for its shopping.
West Kowloon
Shopping, waterfront views and restaurants are just a few things travellers like about West Kowloon. Sights like Elements Shopping Mall and Sky100 are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Kowloon area at Kowloon Station.
Tsim Sha Tsui
The captivating waterfront views and popular shops are just a few highlights of Tsim Sha Tsui. Make a stop by The One or Miramar Shopping Centre while you're exploring the area.
King's Park
While King's Park isn't home to many top sights, Temple Street Night Market and Shanghai Street are some notable places to visit nearby.