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Gallery 8 is temporarily closed from 19 June 2025 (Thursday) until further notice.

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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 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 guided tour of Gallery 2 and General Admission Ticket (Gallery 1-7)

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.

Terms and conditions apply

HK$140

Gallery 8 “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 Exhibitions)

Gallery 8 “Treasures of the Mughal Court from the Victoria and Albert Museum” Guided Tour

HK$300 per adult and HK$150 per concession^#
Includes guided tour of Gallery 8 and Special Exhibition Admission Ticket (Gallery 1-7 and 8)

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).

Terms and conditions apply

HK$300

Gallery 9 “Wonders of Imperial Carpets: Masterpieces from the Museum of Islamic Art, Doha” Guided Tour (Includes Special Exhibition Ticket)
(Exhibition period: 18.06.2025 – 06.10.2025)

HK$300

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Public Guided Tour (Special Exhibitions)

Gallery 9 “Wonders of Imperial Carpets: Masterpieces from the Museum of Islamic Art, Doha” Guided Tour

HK$300 per adult and HK$150 per concession^#
Includes guided tour of Gallery 9 and Special Exhibition Admission Ticket (Gallery 1-7 and 9)

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).

Terms and conditions apply

HK$300

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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)

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 “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 “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)

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 “Wonders of Imperial Carpets: Masterpieces from the Museum of Islamic Art, Doha” Guided Tour
(Exhibition period: 18.06.2025 – 06.10.2025)

HK$6,000

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Group Guided Tour

Gallery 9 “Wonders of Imperial Carpets: Masterpieces from the Museum of Islamic Art, Doha” Guided Tour

HK$6,000 per tour
Includes guided tours of Gallery 9 and one optional thematic exhibition (Gallery 1, 2, 3, 5 or 6)

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

Special Exhibition Combo Guided Tour

HK$8,000

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Group Guided Tour

Special Exhibition Combo Guided Tour

HK$8,000 per tour
Includes guided tours of Gallery 8 & 9

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$8,000

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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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