MTR, Hong Kong: Address, Phone Number, MTR Reviews: 4.5/5
MTR
4.5
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Getting around Hong Kong couldn't be easier than with MTR. As MTR lines cover all major districts, it is quick and convenient to explore the whole city. There are nine commuter rail lines with easy interchange as well as a Light Rail network and high-speed Airport Express service. In addition, cross-boundary train service is provided to cities in the Mainland of China. Enjoy your Hong Kong journeys with MTR, operated by the MTR Corporation, one of the world's leading railway operators for safety, reliability and customer service.
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The area
Neighborhood: Jordan / Yau Ma Tei
The Jordan and Yau Ma Tei neighborhood is where you will find some of the more authentic areas of Hong Kong. Not as glamorous or busy as its neighbors Mong Kok to the north or Tsim Sha Tsui to the south, Yau Ma Tei is often mistakenly overlooked by visitors on their trips to Hong Kong. Exploring parts of this area makes you feel like you’ve been transported back in time. A large part of the neighborhood draws from the rich history of Temple Street, stretching from Jordan to Yau Ma Tei, where a mix of dai pai dongs (outdoor restaurants), market stalls, fortune tellers and old karaoke bars bring out the history and culture of the area. The neighborhood is a showcase of diversity – different ethnicities, cultures, and a mix of old and new.
How to get there
- Jordan • 2 min walk
- Austin • 7 min walk
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Restaurants
5,828 within 3 miles
Mamaday Studio
82
406 ft$$ - $$$ • Cafe
Nathanhouse
95
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Steakhouse • Seafood
KEBABEER
90
0.2 mi$$ - $$$
Manakamana Nepali Restaurant
454
0.2 mi$ • Indian • Asian • Nepali
Akita Hamayaki
277
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Japanese • Seafood • Asian
Kai Kai Dessert (Jordan)
350
479 ft$ • Dessert • Chinese • Asian
Scarlett Café & Wine Bar
1,487
0.4 mi$$ - $$$ • French • Bar • European
Mak Man Kee Noodle Shop
649
356 ft$ • Chinese • Asian • Cantonese
MOKUTAN
140
0.4 mi$$ - $$$ • Japanese
ÔDELICE (Tsim Sha Tsui)
296
0.4 mi$$ - $$$ • French • European • Vegetarian Friendly
Attractions
415 within 3 miles
Yue Hwa Department Store
143
81 ftDepartment Stores
Temple Street Night Market
2,548
0.1 miFlea & Street Markets
Prudential Centre Shopping Mall
20
357 ftShopping Malls
Wing on Department Store (Jordan)
102
0.2 miShopping Malls
Sandbox VR
629
0.5 miRides & Activities • Educational sites
St Andrew's Church
28
0.2 miChurches & Cathedrals
Star Ferry
24,467
0.8 miFerries
Hong Kong Museum of History
3,700
0.5 miHistory Museums
Hong Kong Skyline
14,727
0.8 miPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Tin Hau Temple
240
0.3 miReligious Sites
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Mairwen1
United Kingdom4,768 contributions
Octopus Travel Card
Jan 2021
Trains are by far and away the most efficient way of getting around Hong Kong. They are cheap, clean and safe, even at night. Taxis are relatively cheap also but in peak times, you can be stuck in traffic especially if you are crossing the harbour.
Get the Octopus card early if you are planning on using public transport. It’s invaluable and can be used on buses, trams and ferries and for a range of other purchases such as McDonalds. The initial purchase is $150 ($50 refundable deposit + $100 stored value). It’s $70 for child. Top-up machines are available at all stations. It’s all very easy.
At first glance, the MTR stations may look large and confusing but they are very easy to navigate. Signposting is in English & Chinese and you will find bus and taxi connections at the marked exits. There are usually several exits from any station (Central has exits going from A - L). The best way to get to where you’re going, is to look for the signs that list the major landmarks near each exit. These are clearly visible around all the stations and they allow you to choose the exit that will bring you out closest to your destination and avoid the busy streets.
Of course, the MTR might not suit everyone and if you have limited mobility or a pushchair then it may be tricky because there are usually a lot of stairs. In peak times, the stations can get very crowded (claustrophobically so in summer). Generally, you won’t get a seat. The trains are designed for most people to be standing however travel time between stations is usually very short so this is not a big problem.
Get the Octopus card early if you are planning on using public transport. It’s invaluable and can be used on buses, trams and ferries and for a range of other purchases such as McDonalds. The initial purchase is $150 ($50 refundable deposit + $100 stored value). It’s $70 for child. Top-up machines are available at all stations. It’s all very easy.
At first glance, the MTR stations may look large and confusing but they are very easy to navigate. Signposting is in English & Chinese and you will find bus and taxi connections at the marked exits. There are usually several exits from any station (Central has exits going from A - L). The best way to get to where you’re going, is to look for the signs that list the major landmarks near each exit. These are clearly visible around all the stations and they allow you to choose the exit that will bring you out closest to your destination and avoid the busy streets.
Of course, the MTR might not suit everyone and if you have limited mobility or a pushchair then it may be tricky because there are usually a lot of stairs. In peak times, the stations can get very crowded (claustrophobically so in summer). Generally, you won’t get a seat. The trains are designed for most people to be standing however travel time between stations is usually very short so this is not a big problem.
Written September 18, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
BradJill
Hong Kong, China137,133 contributions
Art in the MTR - History and Imagination of Whampoa
Sep 2021
Many of Hong Kong's MTR Stations have artworks which have been added in effort to enrich the travel experience around the city. These include various paintings, mosaics, sculpture installations and other art forms that can be interesting to look out for while making your way around the city using our MTR rail network.
I was recently in Whampoa and enjoyed viewing the large artwork called History and Imagination of Whampoa by local Hong Kong artist Lam Tung-pang (2016). It is located on the platform where you board or disembark your trains. What you find here is a digital collage whereby the artist used interviews with local residents, capturing their memories to create a contemporary artwork that fills the platform wall space where passengers board or disembark trains.
It is a good work of art that is worth spending a few minutes to enjoy if you using the Whampoa MTR and have the time and interest to look over the 'History and Imagination of Whampoa' artwork.
I was recently in Whampoa and enjoyed viewing the large artwork called History and Imagination of Whampoa by local Hong Kong artist Lam Tung-pang (2016). It is located on the platform where you board or disembark your trains. What you find here is a digital collage whereby the artist used interviews with local residents, capturing their memories to create a contemporary artwork that fills the platform wall space where passengers board or disembark trains.
It is a good work of art that is worth spending a few minutes to enjoy if you using the Whampoa MTR and have the time and interest to look over the 'History and Imagination of Whampoa' artwork.
Written September 3, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
CharlieCheung
Hong Kong, China3 contributions
Smelly train, hot stations
Aug 2021 • Friends
In year 2021, I could never imagine a underground train station without aircon (especially amid COVID). The ventilation systems need to be improved.
Disinfection procedures are random, the cleansing staff has less than 10 minutes to clean a 9-car train. So ridiculous.
Disinfection procedures are random, the cleansing staff has less than 10 minutes to clean a 9-car train. So ridiculous.
Written August 31, 2021
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Megan Harris
5 contributions
Clean spacious and efficient
Aug 2021
You never have to wait long for a train to arrive in Hong Kong and rarely are the carriages so full that one doesnt fit, even if you cant fit during peak times the next train will only be minutes away.
Written August 29, 2021
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Revell W
Lancaster, CA11 contributions
Always Take the Train!
Sep 2020
The MTR is by far the best way to reach far flung parts of Hong Kong as well as those close by. Through the use of the Octopus Card, it's easy to arrive and depart from the stations. At the stations, you can purchase or top up your card. MTR also operates a dedicated train line to Hong Kong Disneyland from it's Sunny Bay Station platform that will take you directly to the park. My last visit was October 2019
Written August 23, 2021
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Sophie
6 contributions
Crowd
Apr 2021
There were people who slept inside this train. How can anyone when it is so loud ? Too loud trains!!
Written May 5, 2021
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S-Caitlin
2 contributions
Loud
Mar 2021
The carriages are not quite. The announcement in so many languages! Disturbance all throughout the ride.
Written April 18, 2021
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John Doe
3 contributions
Late for work
Mar 2021 • Business
Only time I ever spend time on the MTR was on the first train to work which still made me late to work.
Written March 25, 2021
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Luk Fung Lin
4 contributions
Traffic convenience
Mar 2021
My home is on Kowloon side, the most convenient way to hotel is by MTR. I only spent about 45 minutes to arrive straight to hotel. The fastest and cheapest way to spend on travelling.
Another advantage to get to hotel is after off the MTR only walk about 10 minutes via underground elevator straight to the destination Island Shangri-La hotel .So even the bad weather such as raining or strong sunshine would not bother me.
Another advantage to get to hotel is after off the MTR only walk about 10 minutes via underground elevator straight to the destination Island Shangri-La hotel .So even the bad weather such as raining or strong sunshine would not bother me.
Written March 19, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
BradJill
Hong Kong, China137,133 contributions
Art in the MTR - Urban Flow at Tsuen Wan
Mar 2021
As something of a beautification effort and to enrich the travel experience around the city most MTR Stations have some form of artwork including paintings, mosaics and in some cases small art installations situated at stations around the city.
Recently, finding myself in Tsuen Wan, I was able to see the series of 132 colourful mosaics works lining the 90 metre long outdoor corridor just outside to the station entrance. This collection is called 'Urban Flow' and was the collective effort of 500 local students from 22 different schools around Tsuen Wan and Kwai Tsing districts. The mosaics are made up of pictures and images of local landmarks reflecting a kaleidoscope representation of the Tsuen Wan area.
There is information on the MTR Station artworks that you can find directly on the company website if interested the seeing some of the works when making use of the MTR while in Hong Kong.
Recently, finding myself in Tsuen Wan, I was able to see the series of 132 colourful mosaics works lining the 90 metre long outdoor corridor just outside to the station entrance. This collection is called 'Urban Flow' and was the collective effort of 500 local students from 22 different schools around Tsuen Wan and Kwai Tsing districts. The mosaics are made up of pictures and images of local landmarks reflecting a kaleidoscope representation of the Tsuen Wan area.
There is information on the MTR Station artworks that you can find directly on the company website if interested the seeing some of the works when making use of the MTR while in Hong Kong.
Written March 12, 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
andy liew
1 contribution
if i were to travel with my wife and child of 5 years old, is it suitable for us to arrange our trip's transport all by using mrt?will it be crowded and people are squishing around?
Akanksha C
New Delhi, India206 contributions
morning and evening rush hours could create a problem for you if you have a stroller occupying some space. though the MTR has great connectivity and stations are present every 1km, but the walks inside the station could be long and use of escalators is quite possible. daily passes can be taken on good rates and its quite an economical option as compared to taxis. overall it can be done smoothly because the train cars are not very crowded on many lines
Maria B
2 contributions
My flight is arriving at 10:40 pm.
What time does the last airport express leave to catch the shuttles or should I just take a taxi to my hotel?
hsinghi
Kolkata (Calcutta), India231 contributions
Last airport express to the city is around 12.15. But if you are a group of 2 or more then the taxi is more or less the same price.
Anna S
Canada
Is there an Uber at Hong-Kong?
County-Hunter
Tacoma, WA2,886 contributions
Yes, but taxis are plentiful and cheap and the only time we had to wait for one was at 4:30am on. Sunday morning to get to the airport. The concierge called one for us and it showed up in 3 minutes.
Does uber operates 24hours in Hong-Kong? Can I simply get an Uber ride to airport at 3am?
Ricardo L
Hong Kong, China39 contributions
Uber is not straight forward. Lots of huhs and has. I wouldn’t rely on Uber. Use regular taxis instead. Convenient prices. Crazy drive though...
LaLa5454
San Diego, TX4 contributions
Any advice from travelers currently in Hong Kong? I'm supposed to travel there mid September and was wondering if I should change destinations. Thank you in advance!
REVIEWS
Hong Kong, China1 contribution
Hi I live in Hong Kong, if you are careful it should be fine, there are some places you should avoid. But keep your eyes glued to the news because if things get even more heated (which I expect), I would go somewhere else. But if things calm down it should be find. Protesters are mainly on weekends. And near government administrations. But they have recently been on streets. Just follow the developments.
Jimmy Henstock ✂️
LaLa5454
San Diego, TX4 contributions
Looking for any advice on the "Sold Tourist Octopus card" versus the regular Octopus card. Has anyone purchased the Sold Tourist Octopus in advance online and picked it up at the airport?
JOE
San Jose, CA77 contributions
Hi,
Good advice ... BUY OCTOPUS TICKET IN HONG KONG AIRPORT EXPRESS COUNTER ... understand there are various types of tickets: i.e. 1 type: just for airport express service (about $25 USA dollars) get your from airport to center of downtown Hong Kong). Octopus card gets you on & off subways, etc IN TOWN ONLY + you can use as debit card to get food, water, services, in area of subways. Then there is the Octopus Card (for seniors) makes the cost of subway ride about 25¢ per ride - great bargain + use as debit card. LOOK IT UP - Duck, Duck Go!!! Yo`r in the "know" Know!!
まろんまろんまろん
Los Angeles, CA93 contributions
Airport express travel passについてお尋ねです。現在香港空港最寄りのホテルに宿泊しています。当日空港香港往復が片道分に割引になることを知らず、往復で購入しました。1日目に空港香港間を往復しましたが、2日目も再度往復できるのでしょうか？
まろんまろんまろん
Los Angeles, CA93 contributions
Hi! I have a question about valid of Airport travel pass Hong Kong.
Now, I'm staying at transit hotel at the Hong Kong Int-Airport.
It's my second day.
Yesterday, I got `round trip` card, cause I have no idea that same day round trip charges only one way fee,
I've noticed that the same day round trip charges only one-way fee this morning.
Today, I have plan to go to downtown HongKong again,
Can I use my Airport Express travel pass again?
Charliebn
Preston, UK16 contributions
Where on Hong Kong island can you buy Octopus cards?
Sightseers_11
Visby, Sweden231 contributions
Yes any of the MTR stations you can buy and fill your octopus card.
Jill A
Iloilo City, Philippines
I need an update on the Octopus and Airport Tourist Pass please...
I will be traveling in May and will be staying 2 nights in Disney Resort then transfer for another 2 nights in Marco Polo Hotel.
1) can the airport express transfer only be used to/from Tsing Yi Station?
2) if I use the Tourist Pass upon arrival from airport to Disney Resort, will the 72 hr pass already start? We will be staying at the resort and Disneyland for a minimum of 48 hrs so I will only have 24 hrs left if that is the case...
3) should I just opt to purchase 2 one way airport express tickets and an octopus card instead?
I am traveling with a whiney 2 yr old that’s why I booked 2 separate hotels so we can get back to our rooms ASAP.
Other info I found were from 2012 and 2016. An update would be much appreciated.
Lenoj Anthony
Mumbai, India343 contributions
1) can the airport express transfer only be used to/from Tsing Yi Station?
No you can use it for Kowloon and hong kong too.
2) if I use the Tourist Pass upon arrival from airport to Disney Resort, will the 72 hr pass already start? We will be staying at the resort and Disneyland for a minimum of 48 hrs so I will only have 24 hrs left if that is the case...
Unfortunately yes
3) should I just opt to purchase 2 one way airport express tickets and an octopus card instead?
You should get offers on WEBSITE TRIP DOT which are cheaper , try that
