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Kennedy Town

Central and Western, Hong Kong · Asia

About Kennedy Town

Kennedy Town works well as a base: 9km from Monster Building.

Kennedy Town is a town located in Central and Western, Hong Kong. With a population of 38,000, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Kennedy Town sits in Hong Kong. It's in the Asia/Hong Kong time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Kennedy Town to your route.

About Kennedy Town

Kennedy Town is a town and neighbourhood at the western end of Sai Wan on Hong Kong Island in Hong Kong. It was named after Arthur Edward Kennedy, the 7th governor of Hong Kong from 1872 to 1877. Administratively, it is part of Central and Western District. Due to its distance from major commercial cores and longtime

Read more inaccessibility by train, urban development in this area was less vigorous than in other parts of urban Hong Kong. But since the MTR was extended to the area in 2014, it began rapidly gentrifying, with many older businesses, such as vehicle repair workshops and cha chaan tengs, making way for new luxury developments, as well as high-end bars and restaurants.

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What are the best things to do in Kennedy Town?

Kennedy Town offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Kennedy Town located?

Kennedy Town is located in Central and Western, Hong Kong, Asia. The coordinates are 22.2828 latitude, 114.1295 longitude.

What is the population of Kennedy Town?

Kennedy Town has a population of approximately 38,000 people, making it a town in Hong Kong.

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Quick Information

Population
38,000
Continent
Asia
Country
Hong Kong
Region
Central and Western
Timezone
Asia/Hong_Kong
Coordinates
22.2828, 114.1295

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Worth the detour from Kennedy Town

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Victoria Peak

Hong Kong's highest point on the island, offering spectacular panoramic views of the city skyline and harbour.

2 km · about 5 min drive

restaurant

Lin Heung Tea House

A survivor of old-Canton yum cha culture where dim sum still comes round on pushed trolleys and regulars compete for it, in a room of ceiling fans and communal tables.

2 km · about 5 min drive

cafe

Mido Cafe

A 1950s cha chaan teng on Temple Street with mosaic tiles, steel window frames and a corner upstairs table overlooking Yau Ma Tei, the archetypal Hong Kong diner.

5 km · about 10 min drive

restaurant

Australia Dairy Company

A Jordan institution serving steamed milk pudding and scrambled egg sandwiches at ferocious speed, where waiters clear your table while you are still chewing.

5 km · about 10 min drive

landmark

Ocean Park Hong Kong

Marine mammal park and theme park on the southern side of Hong Kong Island with aquarium exhibits and thrill rides.

6 km · about 10 min drive

photogenic

Monster Building

Five interlocking 1960s housing blocks in Quarry Bay whose courtyard walls of stacked flats close overhead, Hong Kong's most photographed piece of density.

9 km · about 15 min drive

landmark

Hong Kong Disneyland

Compact Disney park on Lantau Island blending classic Disney magic with Chinese cultural touches.

10 km · about 20 min drive

photogenic

Choi Hung Estate

A 1962 public housing estate painted in rainbow bands, with a rooftop basketball court over the car park that frames the colours against the towers.

10 km · about 20 min drive

Driving roads near Kennedy Town

  • 60 kmGuia CircuitA 6.2km street circuit through Macau lined by armco and walls, with the impossibly tight Melco hairpin and the fast Mandarin bend. Everyday public roads outside the November Grand Prix weekend.

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

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