Tsim Sha Tsui is part of the Yau Tsim Mong District in southern Kowloon. Located at the tip of the Kowloon peninsula, Tsim Sha Tsui lies on Victoria Harbour, across from Central. The view from its beautiful waterfront promenade is a familiar Hong Kong sight and a photographer's dream.

Due to the high density of hotels and its great shopping, the bustling crowds of Tsim Sha Tsui are a mix of different ethnicities. Often referred to as a 'tourist ghetto', the beginning of Nathan Road is situated in Tsim Sha Tsui. Lined with large billboards and neon lights, luxury hotels, shops galore and fast food stalls and known as the 'Golden Mile of Kowloon', this is an area that never sleeps.

Tsim Sha Tsui is a pastiche of regal colonial buildings, solar powered commercial high-rises, tranquil parks, museums, cultural centres, flash shopping malls, luxurious hotels, restaurants, exciting nightlife and hardcore shopping. Uniquely Hong Kong, Tsim Sha Tsui is a culturally stimulating place offering a vivacious lifestyle.

Kowloon is the most densely populated residential area in the whole world. Fortunately, our homes are of a high quality and are situated either on high-floor zones or beside the quiet cricket club, making them very peaceful. Their views are spectacular and often include the fascinating skyline of Tsim Sha Tsui and beautiful Victoria Harbour. Listings begin from $15,000 per month for a brand new, two-bedroom flat with a balcony and extend to a brand new, $55,000 per month four-bedroom apartment with harbour views. More information is available on the following linked page. 'Tsim Sha Tsui Rental Info'

Shopping

Tsim Sha Tsui is one of the world's greatest shopping areas. Overflowing with shops that stay open late every night, this area is any shopper's dream.

The most prominent shopping mall is Harbour City. Situated beside the Harbour, near the berthing area of visiting international cruise ships, Harbour City is connected to Ocean Terminal and the Ocean Centre by enclosed walkways. The result is a huge shopping complex housing great clothing, jewellery, beauty products, shoes, accessories, eateries and other quality goods. Additionally, the open roof allows shoppers to enjoy the beautiful harbour view.

The major road in Tsim Sha Tsui, named after the governor who designed it, is Nathan Road. This road is lined with shops selling an array of goods as well as hawkers standing on the street attempting to lure you into a variety of shops and restaurants. Part of Nathan Road houses the classy Park Lane Shopper's Boulevard, lined with boutiques. Small roads leading off the road are also full of temptations, making shopping in this area of mammoth proportions. From designer store to discount outlets, Tsim Sha Tsui has it all!

Grocery

To compliment its busy lifestyle, there are many supermarkets in Tsim Sha Tsui. A large western style supermarket, City Super is located in the Ocean Centre. There are four Wellcome supermarkets and three Park'n'Shops. There are a plethora of restaurants to choose from. Furthermore, beyond Jordan Road in Yau Ma Tei there is a huge Cantonese food market with many delectable delights.

Education

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University is located in Tsim Sha Tsui. There are plenty of international schools in Kowloon for children in Tsim Sha Tsui to attend. These are Delia English Primary School and Kindergarten, Yew Chung International School (Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary), Phoenix International School, Kingston International Primary School and Kindergarten, Sir Ellis Kadoorie Secondary School, Sir Ellis Kadoorie Primary School, Anfield International Kindergarten, Beacon Hill Junior School, Kowloon Junior School, Concordia International School (Secondary), Australian International School (Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary), American International School (Primary and Secondary), International Christian School (Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary), Christian Alliance PC LAU Memorial International School (Kindergarten, Primary and Secondary), King George V School (Secondary) and The Jockey Club Sarah Roe School (Primary and Secondary). Please click on the following link for contact details. 'Education'

Entertainment

There are many other things to do in Tsim Sha Tsui as well as shop. If the crowded concentration of the streets becomes overwhelming, Kowloon Park is situated above street level and provides many sights and activities. The former military barracks now offers the Museum of History, numerous sports facilities including an indoor sports hall and swimming pool complex, Chinese style gardens, an aviary, a bird lake with pink flamingos and Sculpture Walk that showcases local works.

Other cultural delights, located by the harbour, are the HK Space Museum, HK Museum of Art, HK Cultural Centre and the Clock Tower, a 45 metre high, famous landmark first used in 1912 when it was part of the Kowloon and Canton Railway Station. Also situated in Tsim Sha Tsui are the Kowloon Masjid and Islamic Mosque, the HK Science Museum, Kowloon Cricket Club, Royal Observatory, HK Coliseum, a public library and of course the Tsim Sha Tsui Waterfront Promenade.

At night, the waterfront is gorgeous, with views of the lit skyscrapers of Hong Kong. Other nighttime attractions are the restaurants and nightclubs of Nathan Road and the restaurants located in the commercial building One Peking Road. These restaurants offer magnificent views over the night-lights of Causeway Bay, Victoria Harbour and Central.

Transport

Transport in Tsim Sha Tsui is convenient to other districts. A high-speed ferry to Central is available as well as a Star Ferry Pier. For vehicular traffic, the entrance to the Cross-Harbour Tunnel going to Hong Kong Island is situated here also. The Tsim Sha Tsui MTR terminal is on the Tsuen Wan Line and the Kowloon KCR Station is also in the area. Taxis are abundant in the area too.