​Yau Ma Tei Police Station: A Cinematic Journey

Love Hong Kong crime cinema? Don’t miss this exhibition in Kowloon.

What to expect

Hong Kong cinema is iconic — especially crime films such as A Better Tomorrow (1986) and Infernal Affairs (2002), which captured the pulse of city life in the 1970s and 80s. The Old Yau Ma Tei Police Station, built in 1922 in Edwardian style, has long served as a cinematic backdrop for these classics. Now, the venue is hosting an immersive exhibition.

Step into rarely accessible areas of the station, including detention cells and operational rooms, reimagined by film art designers. A Cinematic Journey recreates the atmosphere of classic cop films through walk‑through sets, rare memorabilia, original scripts, and creative installations.

Pro tip: While you’re in the area, check out the Yau Ma Tei Dining and Shopping Festival, from January 1 to February 22.

Tickets

Standard tickets are HK$30.00 with concessionary tickets priced at HK$10.00 and children aged 6 or below can enter for free.

Tickets must be booked online up to 30 days ahead with a maximum of 4 tickets per transaction.

Schedule

• Tuesday to Saturday (except public holidays): 11 a.m. – 5 p.m, 7 p.m. – 10 p.m.
• Sunday & Public Holidays: 9 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Ticketed sessions last for 25 minutes. Be sure to arrive for your allocated slot as arrivals more than 15 minutes late will not be admitted.

How to get there

The Old Yau Ma Tei Police Station is located at 627 Canton Road, Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon.

• By MTR: Exit at Yau Ma Tei Station and walk towards Canton Road.
• By bus/minibus: Numerous Kowloon routes stop nearby, with easy access from Nathan Road and Shanghai Street.
• On foot: Centrally located in Yau Ma Tei, the station is within walking distance of the Jade Market and surrounding shops.
Organisers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.