Hong Kong offers an incredible variety of unique souvenirs. Here are 10 souvenirs we recommend for your consideration to bring home from your trip.
1. MTR Keychains or Magnets (HK$20–50)
Cute, colorful, and iconic mini replicas of Hong Kong’s subway trains or station signs.
Where? MTR station souvenir kiosks.
2. Bamboo Calligraphy Bookmarks (HK$15–40)
Handwritten Chinese characters or poetry, these bookmarks are very representing Chinese cultural.
Where? Man Mo Temple stalls or PMQ artisan shops.
3. Hong Kong-Themed Postcards (HK$5–20 each)
Vintage skyline shots, old street scenes, or neon signs. The are affordable and lightweight, and easy to frame.
Where? Any Bookstore, ladies market, temple street vendors.
4. Miniature Tian Tan Buddha Statue (HK$30–80)
A tiny replica of the Lantau Island’s famous Big Buddha.
Where? Ngong Ping Village (Lantau) or Temple Street Market.
5. Chinese Knot Bracelets (HK$15–50)
These red thread bracelets symbolize luck and prosperity.
Where? Wong Tai Sin Temple stalls, Ladies’ Market (Mong Kok) or temple street.
6. Bamboo Steamers (Mini Size) (HK$40–100)
A cute, functional mini steamer used for dim sum—great for kitchen decor!
Where? Shanghai Street (Yau Ma Tei) or Wan Chai Market.
7. Plastic “Dai Pai Dong” Sign Coasters (HK$20–50)
Replicas of Hong Kong’s iconic neon street food stall signs.
Where? G.O.D. (Goods of Desire) or PMQ gift shops.
8. Hong Kong Stamps (HK$10–50)
Collectible and ultra-lightweight with themes of Hong Kong.
Where? Hong Kong Post Offices (Central GPO has the best selection).
9. Paper Lantern Ornaments (HK$15–40)
Tiny foldable paper lanterns in red or gold. They are also for Mid-Autumn Festival decoration.
Where? Sham Shui Po market or Joss paper stalls.
10. “Ding Ding” Tram Replica (HK$50–100)
A mini metal or wooden model of Hong Kong’s iconic double-decker trams.
Where? Ladies’ Market.
Bonus: Free Souvenirs!
- Octopus Card (keep the HK$50 deposit card as a Hong Kong MTR subway memento)
- MTR Route Maps (pick up at stations)
- Museum Tickets (e.g., Hong Kong Museum of History)
Tips for Bargain Hunters:
- Ladies’ Market (Mong Kok) and Temple Street are best for bargain, always ask for a cheaper price.
- Tourist areas like Victoria Peak are generally more expensive than other places.
- Convenience stores sometimes have cheap HK-themed toys and magnets.