Hong Kong and Macau_ City Guide (Lonely Planet, 14th Edition) - Andrew Stone [109]
Little Misses & Mini Masters ( Map; 2156 1118; Shop 307, 3rd fl, Prince’s Bldg, 10 Chater Rd; MTR Central, exit G) Horrible name, but this expat-managed independent has some stylish clothing and a few upmarket toys.
Toy Museum ( Map; 2869 9138; Shop 320, 3rd fl, Prince’s Bldg, 10 Chater Rd; MTR Central, exit K) Top-of-the-line teddy bears, action men, Beanie Babies and Pokemon paraphernalia are crammed into a tight space here.
Wise Kids ( Map; 2868 0133; Shop 134, 1st fl, Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty; MTR Admiralty, exit F) Nothing to plug in, nothing with batteries: Wise Kids concentrates on engaging kids’ creativity and craft skills.
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This is the largest complex of retail computer outlets in Tsim Sha Tsui, with some two-dozen shops selling PDAs, laptops, computer games, and all manner of cables and accessories. You could certainly do slightly better on price further north in Mong Kok, but as well as being handier, these outlets are probably a bit more reliable.
ALAN CHAN CREATIONS
Map Gifts & Souvenirs
2723 2722; www.alanchancreations.com; Shop 5A, Basement, Peninsula Hong Kong, Salisbury Rd; MTR East Tsim Sha Tsui (exit L4)
Alan Chan has designed everything – from airport logos to soy-sauce bottles – and now lends his name to stylish souvenirs, such as clothing and ceramic pieces. Some items he has a direct hand in; others he simply approves of. Cool, contemporary Chinese design that should inspire plenty of gift ideas.
CURIO ALLEY Map Gifts & Souvenirs
10am-8pm; MTR Tsim Sha Tsui (exit C1)
This is a fun place to shop for name chops, soapstone carvings, fans and other Chinese bric-a-brac. It’s found in an alleyway between Lock and Hankow Rds, just south of Haiphong Rd.
KING SING JEWELLERY Map Jewellery
2735 7021; Shop 14, Ground fl, Star House, 3 Salisbury Rd; Star Ferry
A long-standing jeweller with a wide selection of diamonds, pearls and gold items, many of them made by its own goldsmiths. The sales staff is pleasant and not pushy.
OM INTERNATIONAL Map Jewellery
2366 3421; 1st fl, Friend’s House, 6 Carnarvon Rd; closed Sun; MTR Tsim Sha Tsui (exit B2)
This place has an excellent selection of saltwater and freshwater pearls, and some good deals. The staff is scrupulously honest, helpful and friendly.
PREMIER JEWELLERY
Map Jewellery
2368 0003; Shop G14-15, Ground fl, Holiday Inn Golden Mile Shopping Mall, 50 Nathan Rd; MTR Tsim Sha Tsui (exit G)
This third-generation family firm is directed by a qualified gemmologist and is one of our favourite places to shop. The range isn’t huge, but if you’re looking for something particular, give Premier Jewellery a day’s notice and a selection will be ready in time for your arrival. Staff can also help you design your own piece.
GIGA SPORTS Map Outdoor Gear
2115 9930; Shop 244-247, 2nd fl, Ocean Terminal, Harbour City, Salisbury Rd; 10am-8pm; Star Ferry
This vast sports superstore is Hong Kong’s largest, with a wide range of sports equipment, backpacks, clothing and footwear.
TRAVELMAX Map Outdoor Gear
3188 4271; Shop 270-273, 2nd fl, Ocean Terminal, Harbour City, Salisbury Rd; Star Ferry
Travelmax sells both lightweight and cold-weather outdoor gear; kids’ sizes are available. There’s a good range of Eagle Creek travel products here, too.
DAVID CHAN PHOTO SHOP
Map Photographic Equipment
2723 3886; Shop 15, Ground fl, Champagne Court, 16 Kimberley Rd; MTR Tsim Sha Tsui (exit B1)
If you’ve decided to give the digital age a miss altogether, or at least still use film cameras, this dealer is one of the most reliable in Hong Kong and sells both new and antique cameras.
HARBOUR CITY Map Shopping Mall
2118 8666; www.harbourcity.com.hk; 3-9 Canton Rd; MTR Tsim Sha Tsui (exit C1)
This is an enormous place, with 700 shops, 50 food and beverage outlets, and five cinemas. Outlets are arrayed in four separate zones: for kids, sport, fashion, and cosmetics and beauty. There’s also a large Lane Crawford department