Kowloon: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Kowloon, formerly Kaulung, is one of the three areas of Hong Kong, along with Hong Kong Island and the New Territories. It is an urban area comprising the Kowloon Peninsula and New Kowloon.

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Now in the cityKowloon+26°CDrizzle · sunset 05:44 PMupdated 09:44 AM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

Places on the map5

Exchange rate$7.85per 1 $HKD — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Within two hours

Hong Kong Heritage Museum≈ 30 min Wong Tai Sin≈ 45 min The Center≈ 1 hr Hong Kong Park≈ 1 hr

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.

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Updated information on dual Chinese-British nationality, E-cigarettes and illegal drugs including CBD (cannabidiol) (‘Warnings and insurance’, ‘Entry requirements’ and ‘Safety and security’ pages).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 2Watch your surroundings and belongings more closely than usual.

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Exercise increased caution when traveling to the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) due to the a rbitrary enforcement of local laws. Exercise increased caution due to the arbitrary enforcement of local laws . Hong Kong SAR authorities have passed laws that limit people’s civil liberties. The laws apply to anyone in Hong Kong, including foreigners.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Kowloon: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

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