How to spend a day in Mongkok - Get ready to spend your dreamy vacay!

When in Hong Kong, you should not miss visiting this buzzing area in the Kowloon district! Mongkok is popular for its trendy dining venues, street markets and shopping malls. This is an ideal hotspot for those in search of a happening Hong Kong holiday. Here’s a guide to spend a day in Mongkok.

The Ladies Market

This market is popular as the fashion market in Kowloon. This is a popular place to buy affordable fashion goods in Hong Kong. Who would like to burn a hole in their pocket while holidaying? This will be an ideal option to do some quality shopping. It is an open-air market that runs the length of Tung Choi Street in Mongkok. Be it whether you purchase something or not, a leisurely walk along the market itself is a satisfying activity. Either side of the streets is lined with stalls selling jewellery, bags, clothes and shoes. You will also come across plenty of street food stalls and local coffee shops selling deep-fried squids, curry fish balls and wonton noodles. The quality of items may vary from shop to shop therefore, be prepared to bargain. Vendors most of the time start with inflated prices. You do not want to feel ashamed to bargain because haggling is a must-do here. Your aim should be to have the 50 per cent offer lower than its first offer. A small smile and politeness go a long way in bargaining. There are many budget hotels in Hong Kong the likes of Dorsett Mongkok giving easy access to shopping destinations.

Sneaker Street

If you are on a budget and looking for a new pair of sneakers, this will be an ideal place to pay a visit. This popular street is located next to the Ladies Market and it is home to clothing and sports equipment. The street stretches over several blocks therefore, technically it is not a typical street market. Hunt down and pick up branded sneakers, Reebok, Adidas, Nike, you name it. It is a knowing fact that the worldwide sneaker culture grows exponentially. You will find most of the latest trends, special or rare editions amongst the shoes which are being sold here. Apart from Fa Yuen Street, the stores are extended to adjacent stores such as Soy Street, Shantung Street and Nelson Street. Once visited you will understand that this is literally heaven of sports shoes. A must-do for sneakerheads and shopaholics! Cultural experience, local food tasting and sneaker shopping, Sneaker Street provides an all-in-one solution. Prices of sneakers here will be quite competitive depending on the model. New arrivals usually have 10% discounts while previous hot stocks will have 30-60% discounts.

Me and George

Relatively an old store located in Tung Choi Street, this store is particularly popular among locals and tourists alike. Thrift stores are a common scene in Mongkok. Even though it is all about second-hand clothing, the attires are in good condition. You can find vintage apparel from countries such as Korea and Japan at reasonable prices. It will be interesting to try out some of the factory-rejects from China. What makes it very much irresistible here is undoubtedly the affordable prices. Spend some time digging through the piles of clothes and racks to find something you prefer. If shopping in high-end malls is not your thing, head over to Me and George and awaken the shopaholic in you.

Langham Place Shopping Mall

Mongkok is not all about street markets and thrift stores, there is many more to indulge you in a memorable retail therapy. Langham Place Shopping Mall is one such place offering a luxury shopping experience. It is located in the heart of Mongkok and it is one of Hong Kong’s creative shopping malls. Covering a total land area of 56 000 square metres, this architectural complex has fifteen floors. This mall also functions as a commercial and business complex and it includes a five-star hotel with a swimming pool on the roof, Langham Place Hotel and an office tower occupying 59 floors. There are more than 200 shops in the mall selling brands such as Muji, H&M and other inexpensive local brands.