Central & Western District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Lan Kwai Fong
During your trip to Hong Kong Island, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Lan Kwai Fong. Amble around this vibrant area's waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Soho
During your trip to Hong Kong Island, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Soho. Amble around this culturally rich area's waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.
University of Hong Kong
Walk around the campus at University of Hong Kong as part of your travels around Hong Kong Island. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Pacific Place
During your trip to Hong Kong Island, you can enjoy retail therapy at Pacific Place. Amble around this vibrant area's waterfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Mid-levels Escalators
You can learn about the history of Hong Kong Island with a stop at Mid-levels Escalators. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this vibrant area.
The Peak Tram
Enjoy an outing to The Peak Tram during your stay in Hong Kong Island. Amble around this culturally rich area's waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Top hotels in Central & Western District
ibis Hong Kong Central And Sheung Wan
It’s seen better days . Only positives - staffing very friendly dealing with hordes of people, Starbucks (!), great place to just drop things off and venture into city, great place to take photos. Otherwise, I booked a city view (windows were dirty), elevators were hit and miss (my elevator card ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Island Shangri-La, Hong Kong
We had a fabulous 3 night stay at this hotel. Location and facilities were excellent but the best thing about it was the wonderful staff. Customer service was off the scale. If I come back to HK, I wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again!
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Motto by Hilton Hong Kong Soho
Dash Living on Queen's
My towels were changed everyday and bed was made often.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong
The property is a little old and lacking in power sockets, but other than that, the experience was great. Very impressed by how quickly the phone is answered when we called for reception – Practically instantaneous, the few times I called.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Bishop Lei International House
Bishop Leo Int is definitely bang for your buck. A regular bus to HK station and there are some good local restaurants at the top of the escalator coming up from central.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central & Western District
Sai Ying Pun
Known for its ample dining options and captivating waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Sai Ying Pun. You can visit top attractions like Tai Ping Shan Street and Victoria Harbour, and jump on the metro at Western Street Tram Stop or Eastern Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Sai Wan
The waterfront views and restaurants are a few things visitors like about Sai Wan. Check out Victoria Harbour while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Shek Tong Tsui Terminus Tram Stop or Whitty Street Depot Tram Stop to get around town.
Sheung Wan
Sheung Wan is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Tai Ping Shan Street and Hong Kong - Macau Ferry Terminal. See more of Hong Kong Island by jumping on the metro at Macau Ferry Terminal Tram Stop or Western Market Tram Stop.
Kennedy Town
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Kennedy Town. Top attractions like Victoria Harbour and Hong Kong Yalizhou Bridge are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Kennedy Town Terminus Tram Stop or Davis Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Mid-Levels
Restaurants, shopping and gardens are some highlights of Mid-Levels. Make a stop by Tai Ping Shan Street or Hong Kong Zoo and Botanical Gardens while you're exploring.
Admiralty
The island views, captivating waterfront views and popular shops are notable features of Admiralty. Make a stop by Pacific Place or Hong Kong Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Cotton Tree Drive Tram Stop to get around town.
