Ladies Market
Ladies Market
3.5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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This massive Mongkok street market is one of the best spots in the city to pick up a bargain. Find T-shirts, cheongsams, silk pyjamas, chopsticks, handbags, belts, hair accessories, toys, and more.
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The area
Neighborhood: Mong Kok
It’s one of the highest density districts in the world, so come to Mong Kok prepared for action. Home to every market, restaurant and shopping arcade imaginable, Mong Kok is the one-stop shop to satisfy all your shopping needs. Dust off your finest negotiation skills and dive into the bartering frenzy. Similar retailers will conveniently congregate in the same area forming easy to remember references such as “flower street” and “sneakers street.” Here you will also find various local delicacies being served at street snack shops or hole-in-the-wall restaurants. One reliable rule of thumb: the smaller the place, the better the food.
How to get there
  • Yau Ma Tei • 3 min walk
  • Mong Kok • 3 min walk
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  • Shinshin V
    Salinas, California9 contributions
    Disrespectful owners
    Very nice market for the most part. Great selections of products. We were looking to buy some fans for an event coming up. We went to one of the vendors looking for fans. They had fans but for an expensive price. Our group then went to another vendor who had fans for a cheaper price. We kind of were window shopping on other things of the first vendor. I don't remember exactly what happened but I remember that we would buy the fans if it was 15 HK Dollars. The vendor insisted 20 instead of 15. Most of us couldn't understand Chinese expect one of the people in our group. The vendor in Chinese (Cantonese) called us "STUPID FOREIGNERS!" Continuing (telling her business partner or husband) "These people are trying to bargain!!!!!!" Our Chinese speaker who understood started to get mad and started to argue. One of the people with us stopped her before she flared up. We ended up leaving and buying from the other vendor who was much more respectful and nice. Those vendors who called us Filipinos and Chinese Stupid Foreigners should be ashamed of themselves! At the end of the day they lost out on a lot of money they could've gained! People sometimes! Anyways, every other vendor was respectful, kind, and helpful. Overall great market. Just beware of rude vendors!
    Visited June 2023
    Written July 6, 2023
  • Point A to B
    New Taipei, Taiwan4 contributions
    Negotiation City
    Better markets in other countries. Most vendors carry cheap items that they increase price to reflect luxury items being sold. Some other vendors carry replica items so beware. If you want good deal you'll need to bargain with the shop staff Can still get pretty busy so try to go off peak hours. Located in the heart of Mong Kok a couple of minutes from the MTR
    Visited September 2020
    Written November 7, 2020
  • Circumnavigator
    Brussels, Belgium341 contributions
    Bargain or pay the ten-fold of what you should !
    This is a typical street market like you can find in any touristic area around the world. There is not only Ladies market, but several other street markets adjacent, but they are all the same: it is the place to be to buy souvenirs, but make sure to bargain for real because some charge the 10-fold of what you end up paying in the end. If they do not follow your bargaining, don't worry, there will be another shop that will.
    Visited August 2019
    Written June 22, 2020
  • Revell W
    Lancaster, California11 contributions
    A Shopper's Paradise, but Be Wise
    I can only add to what others have said about Ladies Market. It's a fantastic place for gifts, toys, trinkets, bags, wallets and last minute deals before going home. You just have to know how to haggle: Step 1: Ask the price (answer will always be high) Step2: Say you'll take a look down the path (price starts going down) Step 3:Take another step away ( price goes down some more) *Before haggling, always have cash. None of the dealers use card readers. * Don't try using the "I need to go to the ATM" excuse to disengage. Some of the most determined shop hands will lead you to one and wait for you to withdraw cash to pay. *Hand bags are a staple and can be had for a bargain, but know that they are not very durable. My favorite are cartoon and movie character luggage tags that I give out to my soccer team players when I get back from my latest trip. They love putting them on their gear bags. The best deal I got was HK tote bags for all my friends for US $10.00 * Shop from the center of the market and work your way out. The most expensive dealers are at the ends of the market and people tend to stop and buy at the first place they see. Don't be shy about haggling. It's expected and you'll be happy with your purchases for it. Last visit was October 2019
    Visited September 2020
    Written August 23, 2021
  • GABA1
    Winnipeg, Canada32 contributions
    Ladies market has changed from what it used to be
    What was once one of the main attractions of visiting Hong Kong has turned into a very underwhelming experience. We visited the ladies market on a Saturday shortly after 11am but most of the stalls were still not setup and with a very limited selection of goods. The experience with the vendors were pleasant as you have to haggle and bargain for everything that you buy there. But I feel like their initial price has jumped a lot such as 100HKD for a tiny kids lunch kit bag and then quickly dropping all the way down to 50HKD without hesitation. There is a sense of desperation from the vendors as they were aggressive but also very willing to lower their prices. Perhaps these locals have really struggled during / after all of the protests compounded by the pandemic. Many stalls carried the typical HK souvenirs such as magnets, shirts etc... but many of them now carry suitcases. There wasn't a lot of variety of goods. It's really too bad that what was once a fabric of HK has now turned into a very underwhelming experience. I hope the market will remain sustainable as HK finally opens up to more tourists.
    Visited July 2023
    Traveled with family
    Written July 15, 2023
  • srimanone
    Joshua Tree, California1,004 contributions
    STANDARD PLACE TO SHOP FOR CHEAP
    Don’t go here if your a timid shopper, as they will love you. Go here to hone up your negotiation skills and be able to use them when it matters. Lots of fakes and some rude folks in this area. So be careful and remember, that once you ask a price then you will be expected to buy. But negotiations are strong and cut it in half and then another half. Have found and watch your possessions.
    Visited January 2020
    Traveled solo
    Written January 4, 2020
  • Michael K
    929 contributions
    An interesting street market
    This is a street market supposedly catering to women with several stalls selling "cheung sam" (Chinese style formal dress) and cosplay wear. But otherwise you can find a wide variety of various bargain items. Probably because of Covid restrictions, at the time I visited, quite a few stalls were empty, and there were not many shoppers. But it is still an interesting place to visit, and if not for anything else, just the experience.
    Visited November 2022
    Written November 7, 2022
  • BradJill
    Hong Kong, China158,391 contributions
    Unrecognisable at times during the pandemic
    Perhaps no street market in Hong Kong has been hit as hard as the Ladies Market in Mongkok by the lack of tourists in recent years. At its peak, the street was buzzing with activity from mid-afternoon until dark with tourists browsing through endless stalls selling all manner of trinkets, travel and souvenir items. This was one of Kowloon's busiest market scenes for many years but that all changed with the pandemic. For the past couple years, the Ladies Market, similar to the Stanley Market has seemed dead much of the time. The stalls setup much later now than in the past and for good reason - there are no tourists to buy their items anymore. What I've also noticed is that many have changed what they are selling, switching over to household products, clothing and accessories, more luggage and items that local residents might be interested in purchasing. This has probably saved some of the stalls from going under but simply doesn't bring in the crowds like what were seen during pre pandemic times. In many ways, the Ladies Market right now is just surplus to the normal Fa Yuen Street Market a couple blocks over. The question remains what will become of the Ladies Market going forward. Has it changed forever given that so many of the stalls are selling different items now in order to survive? Or will it return to being a much more tourist focused street market centred on more souvenir type products like what we saw in the past? Only time will tell.
    Visited November 2022
    Written November 15, 2022
  • Christy
    London, United Kingdom265 contributions
    Bargain hunting
    Had to pay a visit here during my recent trip to Hong Kong, of course. We didn't attend until later on in the evening, when the vendors were starting to pack things away unfortunately, so make sure to arrive well before 21:00 if possible. There was still plenty of market stall open & selling a variety of "knock-off" designer labels, as well as knick-knacks, souvenirs, etc, so plenty of choice! Be prepared to do some serious haggling though and even walk away from a sale if unreasonable. Would recommend to go to soak up the atmosphere and if you're looking for some cheap gifts.
    Visited July 2023
    Written July 9, 2023
  • Richard T
    1 contribution
    Shopping in hong kong
    Many souvenir items , but you need to bargain the price. At least 2 counter offer prices. You might get a good price. Better start your shopping in the afternoon. You cannspend from 30 mins to more than an hour. Enjoy your shopping.
    Visited January 2020
    Traveled with family
    Written January 1, 2020
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Revell W
Lancaster, CA11 contributions
Sep 2020
I can only add to what others have said about Ladies Market. It's a fantastic place for gifts, toys, trinkets, bags, wallets and last minute deals before going home. You just have to know how to haggle:

Step 1: Ask the price (answer will always be high)

Step2: Say you'll take a look down the path (price starts going down)

Step 3:Take another step away ( price goes down some more)

*Before haggling, always have cash. None of the dealers use card readers.

* Don't try using the "I need to go to the ATM" excuse to disengage. Some of the most determined shop hands will lead you to one and wait for you to withdraw cash to pay.

*Hand bags are a staple and can be had for a bargain, but know that they are not very durable. My favorite are cartoon and movie character luggage tags that I give out to my soccer team players when I get back from my latest trip. They love putting them on their gear bags. The best deal I got was HK tote bags for all my friends for US $10.00

* Shop from the center of the market and work your way out. The most expensive dealers are at the ends of the market and people tend to stop and buy at the first place they see.

Don't be shy about haggling. It's expected and you'll be happy with your purchases for it.

Last visit was October 2019
Written August 23, 2021
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GABA1
Winnipeg, Canada32 contributions
Jul 2023 • Family
What was once one of the main attractions of visiting Hong Kong has turned into a very underwhelming experience. We visited the ladies market on a Saturday shortly after 11am but most of the stalls were still not setup and with a very limited selection of goods. The experience with the vendors were pleasant as you have to haggle and bargain for everything that you buy there. But I feel like their initial price has jumped a lot such as 100HKD for a tiny kids lunch kit bag and then quickly dropping all the way down to 50HKD without hesitation. There is a sense of desperation from the vendors as they were aggressive but also very willing to lower their prices. Perhaps these locals have really struggled during / after all of the protests compounded by the pandemic. Many stalls carried the typical HK souvenirs such as magnets, shirts etc... but many of them now carry suitcases. There wasn't a lot of variety of goods. It's really too bad that what was once a fabric of HK has now turned into a very underwhelming experience.

I hope the market will remain sustainable as HK finally opens up to more tourists.
Written July 15, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

srimanone
Joshua Tree, CA1,004 contributions
Jan 2020 • Solo
Don’t go here if your a timid shopper, as they will love you. Go here to hone up your negotiation skills and be able to use them when it matters. Lots of fakes and some rude folks in this area. So be careful and remember, that once you ask a price then you will be expected to buy. But negotiations are strong and cut it in half and then another half.
Have found and watch your possessions.
Written January 5, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Michael K
929 contributions
Nov 2022
This is a street market supposedly catering to women with several stalls selling "cheung sam" (Chinese style formal dress) and cosplay wear. But otherwise you can find a wide variety of various bargain items. Probably because of Covid restrictions, at the time I visited, quite a few stalls were empty, and there were not many shoppers. But it is still an interesting place to visit, and if not for anything else, just the experience.
Written November 7, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

BradJill
Hong Kong, China158,391 contributions
Nov 2022
Perhaps no street market in Hong Kong has been hit as hard as the Ladies Market in Mongkok by the lack of tourists in recent years. At its peak, the street was buzzing with activity from mid-afternoon until dark with tourists browsing through endless stalls selling all manner of trinkets, travel and souvenir items. This was one of Kowloon's busiest market scenes for many years but that all changed with the pandemic.

For the past couple years, the Ladies Market, similar to the Stanley Market has seemed dead much of the time. The stalls setup much later now than in the past and for good reason - there are no tourists to buy their items anymore. What I've also noticed is that many have changed what they are selling, switching over to household products, clothing and accessories, more luggage and items that local residents might be interested in purchasing. This has probably saved some of the stalls from going under but simply doesn't bring in the crowds like what were seen during pre pandemic times. In many ways, the Ladies Market right now is just surplus to the normal Fa Yuen Street Market a couple blocks over.

The question remains what will become of the Ladies Market going forward. Has it changed forever given that so many of the stalls are selling different items now in order to survive? Or will it return to being a much more tourist focused street market centred on more souvenir type products like what we saw in the past? Only time will tell.
Written November 15, 2022
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Christy
London, UK265 contributions
Jul 2023
Had to pay a visit here during my recent trip to Hong Kong, of course. We didn't attend until later on in the evening, when the vendors were starting to pack things away unfortunately, so make sure to arrive well before 21:00 if possible. There was still plenty of market stall open & selling a variety of "knock-off" designer labels, as well as knick-knacks, souvenirs, etc, so plenty of choice! Be prepared to do some serious haggling though and even walk away from a sale if unreasonable. Would recommend to go to soak up the atmosphere and if you're looking for some cheap gifts.
Written July 9, 2023
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Richard T
1 contribution
Jan 2020 • Family
Many souvenir items , but you need to bargain the price. At least 2 counter offer prices. You might get a good price. Better start your shopping in the afternoon. You cannspend from 30 mins to more than an hour. Enjoy your shopping.
Written January 1, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.

Amy H
Ottawa, Canada10 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
We loved this market! Not so much for the items that were being sold, but the experience of negotiation and being told we were “number one people” and “very, very lucky” by the vendors. The sights, the sounds and the smells were wonderful. So glad we left the airport and checked out this area.
Written February 12, 2020
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Mairwen1
United Kingdom8,953 contributions
Mar 2021
This is the quietest I have ever seen the Ladies Market. It’s a shame to see it so subdued although it makes it a much easier place to visit. In normal times, it is shoulder to shoulder and you need a lot of stamina to make it to through the jostling crowd. We went mid-week and we weren’t jostled or bumped once.
Whilst there is not the full complement of stalls, there is still enough to make it worth a visit. You can still expect all the normal street market stock – souvenirs, handbags, wallets, backpacks, shoes, caps, toys, T-shirts, clothes, scarves and belts. The current novelty items that seem to be popular at the moment are karaoke machines and microphones. They were a bit of fun and we were tempted by shiatsu massage ball pillows (they were about a half to a third of the cost of very similar ones in mainstream shops).
GETTING THERE - the MTR is by far the easiest way to get there. Exit via D3 at Mong Kok station. There are multiple exits so if you get confused, just re-check the signs on the station walls. The market is located on Tung Choi St. Once you have come up the D3 stairs to road level, turn 180 degrees, walk to the corner and turn right into Argyle St. The next corner on the right is the start of Ladies Market.
Written April 2, 2021
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BradJill
Hong Kong, China158,391 contributions
Apr 2011
Mongkok is one of our favorite districts in Hong Kong and a stop at the Ladies market is always good fun. We've been coming here for years and always seem to find something interesting or practical to buy. Our out-of-town guests always enjoy spending time and a little bit of money in the Ladies Market as well.

The stalls seem to be selling more or less the same merchandise these days so you can shop around comfortably before making purchase decisions. There are rarely vendors offering items you can't find at another stall.

Vendors usually start quite high and regularly come down up to 50% on the asking price, so be ready to haggle a bit on price. For those that don't like haggling, its ok.

The vendors are usually quite friendly, non-aggressive and don't normally hassle you. We've never encountered trouble with any of the vendors nor have any of our guests had problems. This has always helped make a trip to the Ladies Market (night street markets), fun, low-pressured and enjoyable.

Also, this is safe and generally clean in this area at night time and you are surrounded by endless street food, local eateries and some western restaurants as well. Altogether, this makes for an enjoyable few hours and evening in the Mongkok area of Hong Kong.

We highly recommend at least one evening at the Ladies Market in Mongkok during any visit to Hong Kong.
Written April 17, 2011
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