What makes it 70% Kids-Friendly: Kids up to 12 like the coin-stamping station, dioramas and worksheet hunts, yet text-heavy displays and no play zone may bore them after 60-90 min, so schedule breaks or pair with nearby Science Museum.
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: A 2-3 hour visit lets kids enjoy key exhibits at a relaxed pace without getting tired.
Hong Kong Story Gallery:
Walk through life-size dioramas from prehistoric villages to modern city streets.
Tip: Start on level B1 and follow the timeline; pause at video stations for short clips.
Coin Stamping Station:
Hand-stamp a collector’s copper coin with a museum design.
Tip: Find it near the exit of the Hong Kong Story gallery and let each child pick a design.
Thematic Activity Sheets:
Use free worksheets to guide kids through special exhibitions.
Tip: Pick up sheets at the info counter or download them in advance and bring pencils.
Public Guided Tour:
Join a free 60-minute docent-led tour of highlights.
Tip: Arrive 30 minutes early at the 1/F Guided Tour Counter to secure family spots.

Mathew DiGennaro
If you asked if I was going to learn about California in East Asia I would’ve said you were nuts. There’s a very thorough look at Hong Kong’s history, and the history of the Bay Area. It was cool to see a lot of the initiatives initiated by the CCP. Also, the Macau portion of the museum had the best display of information I’ve seen in a museum to date, incorporating real-human videos, aesthetic de...
Surakul
Although the Hong Kong Museum of History offers free admission, I initially had high expectations for the depth and quality of its exhibits. However, after visiting, I found the experience somewhat disappointing. The museum lacks the comprehensive content one would expect from an institution dedicated to Hong Kong’s rich and complex history. The exhibits feel somewhat limited in scope, and the ov...
Wojciech Olejnik
An interesting exhibition exploring the concept of security in various aspects of life for Hong Kong residents. I highly recommend it – the objects are superbly presented – but the entire exhibition needs to be translated into English.
Emily
- This place was one of the top places on my checklist and I accidentally came on a TUESDAY--the day that it's closed. - When I came on Sunday,I made my way to the museum 45 minutes prior, so I took my time to get there. I was surprised to see that a lot of tour groups from mainland (I think) were already crowding the entrance! - It was super cool to go right when the doors open - The general admi...
Nurseit Niyazbekov
I spent only two hours on the first floor and this was only 20% of the museum. You can imagine how huge it is. The displays are easy to follow with nice English descriptions. I just wish there more items on display for the part that discussed the TST part of Hong Kong during the British rule. The staff is helpful. I accessed the museum for free which is great really. Inside very cool and comfortab...
The museum is air-conditioned—ideal on hot or rainy days. Weekday mornings are quiet; summer holidays bring larger school groups, so go early.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Permanent exhibition entry (family of 4) | HKD 0 |
| Special exhibition tickets (2 adults) | HKD 100 |
| Total Estimated | HKD 100 |
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