Sham Shui Po: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Sham Shui Po is an area of Kowloon, Hong Kong, situated in the northwestern part of the Kowloon Peninsula, north of Tai Kok Tsui, east of Cheung Sha Wan and south of Shek Kip Mei (石硤尾).

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Now in the citySham Shui Posunset 05:44 PM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

Places on the map13

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

Within two hours

The Center≈ 25 min Hong Kong Heritage Museum≈ 25 min Hong Kong Park≈ 30 min Wong Tai Sin≈ 40 min Kowloon Park≈ 45 min Hong Kong Museum of History≈ 45 min

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

Sham Shui Po: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

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