Street Markets

From the quirky to just plain weird, Hong Kong offers a plethora of street markets unlike any other city in the world. Each of these are best seen on foot in Mong Kok, Kowloon:

Goldfish Market: Red fish, blue fish, one fish, two fish—anything and everything fish-related can be found on Tung Choi Street (Mong Kok, Kowloon). Fish, which have long been a source of good luck in Chinese tradition, can be purchased from one of the dozens of stores on this street. Most shops are open each day from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.

Flower Market: Located on Flower Market Road (Mong Kok, Kowloon) this street is full of fresh bulbs and bouquets of every color possible. The varieties range from exotic blossoms to regular houseplants, but even the smaller, cheaper arrangements make for a great addition to your hotel room. Normally open daily from 7:00 am to 7:30 pm.

Yuen Po Street Bird Garden: There’s no mistaking the flapping or chirping sounds. This market, situated on Yuen Po Street (Mong Kok, Kowloon), is open daily from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm and offers some 70 bird stalls that showcase songbirds, budgies and parakeets. There are numerous cages available, ranging from antiques to impressively modern designs, as well as such bird-friendly products as tiny porcelain watering bowls.