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Hong Kong Palace Museum

West Kowloon Cultural District, 8 Museum Drive, Kowloon


Mon, Wed, Thu & Sun
10:00 am–06:00 pm
Fri, Sat & Public Holiday
10:00 am–08:00 pm | Closed on Tuesdays (except public holidays) & the first two days of the Lunar New Year
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Talk on the spot

Meet our docents and listen to the stories behind highlight objects. Our experienced docents are located at different spots in the galleries, and will elaborate more about the fascinating objects on display.

No registration is required. For further details of the schedule, please proceed to the G/F Information on the day of visit.

Free

Public Guided Tour

Paid guided tour for thematic exhibition Gallery 2 and special exhibitions Gallery 8 and 9 are available for visitors. Visitors will be led by the docents to highlight key features of the specific exhibition. The tour takes about 45–60 minutes and available on a first come, first served basis.

Gallery 2 “From Dawn to Dusk: Life and Art in the Forbidden City” Guided Tour (Includes Thematic Exhibition Ticket)

HK$140
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Public Guided Tour

Gallery 2 “From Dawn to Dusk: Life and Art in the Forbidden City” Guided Tour

  • HK$140 per adult and HK$70 per concession#
  • Includes 45 minutes guided tour of Gallery 2 and General Admission Ticket (Gallery 1-7)
  • Enjoy priority access to the gallery and skip the queue
  • Available in Cantonese, Putonghua or English at your choice

HKPM Friends and HKPM Patrons are required to purchase a guided tour ticket for the Gallery 2 thematic exhibition to join the tour (HK$70 per adult and HK$35 per concession#). Participants must present a guided tour ticket and the e-Membership card upon admission on the event date.

Remark:
# Concessions include children (age 7 to 11), full-time students, seniors (age 60 and above), persons with disabilities (with one companion), and CSSA recipients. Entry is free for children aged 6 and under; however, all children aged under 12 must be accompanied by ticketed adult(s).

Terms and conditions apply

HK$140

Gallery 8 “The Hong Kong Jockey Club Series: Treasures of the Mughal Court from the Victoria and Albert Museum” Guided Tour (Includes Special Exhibition Ticket)
(Exhibition period: 06.08.2025 – 23.02.2026)

HK$300
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Public Guided Tour (Special Exhibition)

Gallery 8 “The Hong Kong Jockey Club Series: Treasures of the Mughal Court from the Victoria and Albert Museum” Guided Tour

  • HK$300 per adult and HK$150 per concession#
  • Includes 45 minutes guided tour of Gallery 8 and Special Exhibition Admission Ticket (Gallery 1-7 and 8)
  • Enjoy priority access to the gallery and skip the queue
  • Available in Cantonese, Putonghua or English at your choice

HKPM Friends and HKPM Patrons are required to purchase a guided tour ticket for the Gallery 8 special exhibition to join the tour (HK$150 per adult and HK$75 per concession#). Participants must present a guided tour ticket and a valid Gallery 8 special exhibition admission code on the event date (the admission code is not included in the guided tour ticket).

Remark:
# Concessions include children (age 7 to 11), full-time students, seniors (age 60 and above), persons with disabilities (with one companion), and CSSA recipients. Entry is free for children aged 6 and under; however, all children aged under 12 must be accompanied by ticketed adult(s).

Terms and conditions apply

HK$300

Gallery 9 “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums” Guided Tour (Includes Special Exhibition Ticket)
(Exhibition period: 20.11.2025 – 31.08.2026)

HK$340
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Public Guided Tour (Special Exhibition)

Gallery 9 “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums” Guided Tour

  • HK$340 per adult and HK$170 per concession#
  • Includes guided tour of Gallery 9 and Special Exhibition Admission Ticket (Gallery 1-7 and 9)
  • Explore the highlights in the epic exhibition “Ancient Egypt Unveiled” with our knowledgeable docents in just 45 minutes.
  • Enjoy priority access to the gallery and skip the queue
  • Available in Cantonese, Putonghua or English at your choice

HKPM Friends and HKPM Patrons are required to purchase a guided tour ticket for the Gallery 9 special exhibition to join the tour (HK$150 per adult and HK$75 per concession#). Participants must present a guided tour ticket and a valid Gallery 9 special exhibition admission code on the event date (the admission code is not included in the guided tour ticket).

Remark:
# Concessions include children (age 7 to 11), full-time students, seniors (age 60 and above), persons with disabilities (with one companion), and CSSA recipients. Entry is free for children aged 6 and under; however, all children aged under 12 must be accompanied by ticketed adult(s).

Terms and conditions apply

HK$340

Gallery 9 “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums” Curator-led Tour (Includes Special Exhibition Ticket)
(Specified tour date on 21 & 28 November 2025, and 5, 12 & 19 December 2025 at 6:00 pm–7:00 pm)

HK$900
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Public Guided Tour (Special Exhibition)

Gallery 9 “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums” Curator-led Tour

Discover the most iconic treasures and hear the behind-the-scenes stories in the epic exhibition “Ancient Egypt Unveiled” with our curators or Egyptologists who share their insights into the mystery of Egyptian civilisation and the making of this exhibition.

  • HK$900 per adult and HK$450 per concession#
  • Includes 60 minutes curator-led guided tour of Gallery 9 and Special Exhibition Admission Ticket (Gallery 1-7 and 9)
  • Specified tour date on 21 & 28 November 2025, and 5, 12 & 19 December 2025 at 6:00 pm–7:00 pm
  • Available in Cantonese and Putonghua at your choice
  • Explore the spectacular treasures when the museum is normally quieter
  • Dive deep into the exhibition with profound insights from a curator or an Egyptologist
  • Enjoy priority access to the gallery and skip the queue

HKPM Friends and HKPM Patrons are required to purchase a guided tour ticket for the Gallery 9 special exhibition to join the tour (HK$710 per adult and HK$355 per concession#). Participants must present a guided tour ticket and a valid Gallery 9 special exhibition admission code on the event date (the admission code is not included in the guided tour ticket).

Remark:
# Concessions include children (age 7 to 11), full-time students, seniors (age 60 and above), persons with disabilities (with one companion), and CSSA recipients. Entry is free for children aged 6 and under; however, all children aged under 12 must be accompanied by ticketed adult(s).

Terms and conditions apply

HK$900

Group Guided Tour

Visitors will be led by docent from the Museum to participate in a 60 to 90-minute paid exclusive guided tour. Through interactions with docent and other participants, visitors can learn more about the historical, cultural, and artistic features of the treasures displayed in the Museum. For ticket purchase or enquiries about the guided tour service for groups, please fill in the online application form or call (852) 2200-5577 during 9am to 6pm from Monday to Friday (except public holidays).

Museum Guided Tour

HK$4,000
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Group Guided Tour

Museum Guided Tour

  • HK$4,000 per tour
  • Includes guided tours of two optional thematic exhibitions (Gallery 1, 2, 3, 5 or 6)
  • Enjoy priority access to the gallery and skip the queue
  • Available in Cantonese, Putonghua or English at your choice

Remarks: The group guided tour fee does not include admission tickets. Participants should purchase tickets by themselves or through the guided tour service beforehand.

Terms and conditions apply

HK$4,000

Gallery 8 “The Hong Kong Jockey Club Series: Treasures of the Mughal Court from the Victoria and Albert Museum” Guided Tour
(Exhibition period: 06.08.2025 – 23.02.2026)

HK$6,000
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Group Guided Tour

Gallery 8 “The Hong Kong Jockey Club Series: Treasures of the Mughal Court from the Victoria and Albert Museum” Guided Tour

  • HK$6,000 per tour
  • Includes guided tours of Gallery 8 and one optional thematic exhibition (Gallery 1, 2, 3, 5 or 6)
  • Enjoy priority access to the gallery and skip the queue
  • Available in Cantonese, Putonghua or English at your choice

Remarks: The group guided tour fee does not include admission tickets. Participants should purchase tickets by themselves or through the guided tour service beforehand.

Terms and conditions apply

HK$6,000

Gallery 9 “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums” Guided Tour
(Exhibition period: 20.11.2025 – 31.08.2026)

HK$6,000 up
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Group Guided Tour

Gallery 9 “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums” Guided Tour

Make the most of your visit to the “Ancient Egypt Unveiled” exhibition with our knowledgeable docents. Discover the lives, cultures, and beliefs of the ancient Egyptians.

  • Enjoy priority access to the gallery and skip the queue
  • Available in Cantonese, Putonghua or English at your choice
 
Price
Gallery 9 “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums” Guided Tour
  • Includes guided tours of Gallery 9 only
HK$6,000 per tour
Gallery 9 “Ancient Egypt Unveiled: Treasures from Egyptian Museums” Guided Tour
  • Includes guided tours of Gallery 9 and one optional thematic exhibition (Gallery 1, 2, 3, 5 or 6)
HK$8,000 per tour
Special Exhibition Combo Guided Tour
  • Includes guided tours of Gallery 8 & 9
HK$10,000 per tour

 

Remarks: The group guided tour fee does not include admission tickets. Participants should purchase tickets by themselves or through the guided tour service beforehand.

Terms and conditions apply

HK$6,000 up

Special Guided Tour

Imagine an exclusive personal tour of the magnificent Hong Kong Palace Museum — crafted just for you. For four hours, immerse yourself in the historical, cultural and artistic wonders of the Museum, exploring the rich history of a civilisation that has spanned thousands of years up to the present day.

Your personal tour guide will craft a bespoke itinerary, showcasing the unique architectural design and sustainable features of the museum, while sharing captivating stories behind it.

HK$9,000
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Special Guided Tour

Each tour is priced at HK$9,000, accommodating up to four people. The fee includes the following VIP privileges:

  • A 60 to 90-minute guided tour by a docent, with access to up to three selected galleries
  • Unlimited free admission to all exhibitions (Gallery 1 to Gallery 9)
  • Each participant will receive a “Museum Full Access Ticket”, a one-year individual “HKPM Friends” membership, and an HKPM Souvenir Bag
  • Dining at the 4/F Museum’s Chinese restaurant, with stunning views of Victoria Harbour and the skyline of Hong Kong Island
  • Priority access to the Museum and galleries
  • One complimentary reserved parking space (up to 9 hours)
  • A 10% discount at the museum gift shop and restaurants

For enquiries about the Special Guided Tour service, please fill out the online application form or call (852) 2200 5577 from 9am to 6pm Monday through Friday (except public holidays).

HK$9,000

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Hong Kong Palace Museum

West Kowloon Cultural District, 8 Museum Drive, Kowloon


Mon, Wed, Thu & Sun
10:00 am–06:00 pm
Fri, Sat & Public Holiday
10:00 am–08:00 pm | Closed on Tuesdays (except public holidays) & the first two days of the Lunar New Year