Living museum experience through a historic district - Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon

The tour lasts 2 hours and 30 minutes

Available in English

Description

Yau Ma Tei is part of the Yau Tsim Mong District in Kowloon, Hong Kong. It is one of Kowloon's oldest areas, it seamlessly blends old-school, working-class Hong Kong with modern city life. Yau Ma Tei is known for its deep-rooted fishing culture, bustling markets, and traditional architecture. Also Yau Ma Tei is famous for the Tin Hau Temple, Fruit Market "Gwo Laan", Old Police Station, Jade Market and Jade Street, Cooked Food Hawker Bazaar, Temple Street Night Market. The name Yau Ma Tei means "place of oil and hemp", referring to its history as an anchorage for Tanka fishermen and sailors who repaired boats and sold oils. Without a doubt, you'll have your dinner at the last attraction's food street.

*** Remarks: At the tour end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between HKD140 to HKD200 (€10 and €20) per participant.

Guide: ANDY

PRO

Guiding since 2025

I was born in Hong Kong. A licensed Tourist Guide and Tour Escort, also a Certified Docent of the HK Docent Association. Familiar with various Hong Kong Scenic Spots, Traditional festivals and events, Local food, etc. Previously was a Scout Trainer and possess the Hiking/Campcraft Certificates. Familiar with the docent of the Hong Kong Geopark, City Walk tour, and experienced as a tourist guide for hiking routes in Hong Kong. Before retirement, I was an MBA, CPA, Certified Management Accountant, and worked as Group Treasurer in various HK-listed companies.

8 stops

2 hours and 30 minutes

Meeting point:MTR Yau Ma Tei Station Exit CI will be with a sign "Guruwalk Andy" on hand at 3pm and stand outside the subway station named Yau Ma Tei, Exit C (Man Ming Ln)Open in Google Maps →

Outside visit

Yau Ma Tei Fruit MarketYau Ma Tei Fruit Market (Gwo Laan). Visiting Gwo Laan is not just about shopping, but also it's about immersing yourself in a vital part of Hong Kong's local culture.

Outside visit

Former Yau Ma Tei Police StationBuilt in 1922, this former police station if one of Hong Kong's few remaining police stations built before the war.

Outside visit

Tin Hau Temple, Yau Ma TeiBuilt in the 19th-Century, the temple originally stood on the sandy waterfront, providing easy access for fishermen and boat dwellers to worship Tin Hau, the Goddess of the Sea.

8 stops

2 hours and 30 minutes

Meeting point:MTR Yau Ma Tei Station Exit CI will be with a sign "Guruwalk Andy" on hand at 3pm and stand outside the subway station named Yau Ma Tei, Exit C (Man Ming Ln)Open in Google Maps →

Outside visit

Yau Ma Tei Fruit MarketYau Ma Tei Fruit Market (Gwo Laan). Visiting Gwo Laan is not just about shopping, but also it's about immersing yourself in a vital part of Hong Kong's local culture.

Outside visit

Former Yau Ma Tei Police StationBuilt in 1922, this former police station if one of Hong Kong's few remaining police stations built before the war.

Outside visit

4.55

11 reviews

Professionalism

4.82

Entertainment

4.55

11 reviews

Professionalism

4.82

Entertainment

4.73

Communication

4.64

Quality

4.82

Route

4.73

Free tours don't have a fixed price. At the end, each person contributes to the guide the amount they consider fair based on their satisfaction. As a guideline, Guruwalk recommends between €15 and $50 per participant.

Accessibility

Suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Groups

Accepts bookings of up to 15 people.

Pets

Suitable for bringing pets.

Minimum attendees

Requires a minimum of 6 people to conduct the tour.

Additional costs

The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.

Free cancellation

If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.