Ladies’ Market, Hong Kong
If you’re planning to take a trip to Hong Kong, one of the attractions that you should check out is Ladies’ Market. It’s one of the many markets in the territory, and it’s worth a visit if you want to buy some souvenirs for your friends back home or shop for low-cost but attractive clothes for yourself. It’s also a must see if you want to immerse yourself in the Hong Kong culture and interact with the locals.
Where Is It Located?
Ladies’ Market is actually the southern portion of Tung Choi Street, which is located in Mong Kok, Kowloon, between Fa Yuen and Sai Yeung Choi Streets. The northern part of Tung Choi Street is locally known as Goldfish Street because most of the sellers in the area sell animals (including goldfish, hence the name) as well as plants and pet supplies.
What to Expect
Ladies’ Market consists of hundreds of shops and stalls that sell a wide range of fashion items for women including clothes, handbags, belts, and watches as well as earrings, necklaces, and other kinds of fashion jewelry that are made of various stones and beads. It’s important to note that Ladies’ Market isn’t just for women since many shops also offer numerous products for men, so the guys in your group will enjoy browsing through the market. There are also tourist products like “I Love HK” T-shirts, Buddha statuettes, silk fans, and silk embroideries, all of which make great souvenirs for your friends and family.
Ladies’ Market gets going after lunch until midnight. Don’t count on seeing the market in full swing before noon; the only things you’ll see are shop owners setting out their wares and preparing their stores. It’s better to visit other attractions early in the morning then setting out for Ladies’ Market after you’ve had lunch. Try to drop by in the evening; the bright lights in the shops and along the street create a festive atmosphere and contribute to an enjoyable shopping experience.
Once the market gets going, take the time to browse through the stalls before deciding what to buy. Even when you find something that catches your eye, try to haggle with the shop owners before parting with your money. More likely than not, you’ll end up getting a discount when you haggle and save a substantial amount on the souvenirs you’ll buy!
Ladies’ Market doesn’t only sell clothes and other fashion finds since many stores also offer food. There are food stalls that noodles and other street food as well as small cafes and restaurants that specialize in local dishes. So, when you get hungry from all your shopping, you can easily grab a bite to eat. Some stalls sell fresh fruit and Hong Kong delicacies, so you can stock up and enjoy fresh produce and delicious treats and enjoy them when you get back to your hotel.
Booking Your Hong Kong Trip
Ladies’ Market is just one of the many attractions you can visit when you spend your vacation in Hong Kong. So what are you waiting for? Book your Hong Kong holiday package now and start planning your trip!