Avenue of Stars

Introducing Avenue of Stars (from Hong Kong Tourism Board)
Thanks to the efforts of Hong Kong's movie industry over the past century, many in Asia and farther afield are familiar with the city's sights before they've even set foot here. The Avenue of Stars pays tribute to the names that helped make Hong Kong the "Hollywood of the East". Originally modelled on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame, the storied promenade that wraps around Tsim Sha Tsui’s southern border is where you’ll find Hong Kong’s biggest entertainment stars immortalised via celebrity handprints and statues. Reopened in 2019 following an extensive redesign led by landscape architect James Corner, the Avenue of Stars is a celebration of the city’s artistic offerings and elemental aesthetics.

Avenue of Stars Fast Facts
• Chinese Name: Xing Guang Da Dao 星光大道
• Best Time to Visit: September to February
• Recommended Visiting Hours: 2-3 hours
• Things to Do: Photography, History of Hong Kong's movie industry
• Opening Hours: All day
• Entrance Fee: Free
• Address: Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong

What to expect at Avenue of Stars

The Sculpture of Bruce Lee
Central to that concept is martial arts master, Bruce Lee, the man that elevated the martial arts films produced by the Hollywood of the East to global acclaim. His statue, a 2-metre likeness in bronze, occupies a prime position on the eastern portion of the promenade, and beneath his feet, water flows, recalling the actor and philosopher’s famous quote: “Be formless, shapeless, like water.'' Corner’s redesign appears to have assumed a similar wisdom, establishing an intimate visual relationship with Victoria Harbour through its physical presence.

The Sculpture of Anita Mui
'The Daughter of Hong Kong', Anita Mui, a singer, actress and undisputed superstar who was a household name in Chinese communities around the world. Known for her sophistication, her spirit of independence and her individuality, she was a powerful female force in Hong Kong music and cinema. Augmented reality tech brings Lee and Mui to life, allowing visitors to interact and take photos with the icons.

The Statue of McDull
The beloved cartoon character McDull, a young pig who was the unlikely hero of Brian Tse and Alice Mak’s comic strips, moving eventually from the pages of newspaper Ming Pao to the big screen to the Avenue of Stars as an ambassador for the Hong Kong animation industry.

The Hong Kong Film Awards Statuette
The fourth figure, a woman wrapped in celluloid film who holds a pearl that she proffers to the sky, represents the Hong Kong Film Awards, which have celebrated the city’s movie industry since 1982.

Star Handprint Plaques
The walkway, which extends further into the harbour than its predecessor, is defined by a flowing railing that mirrors the oscillation of the waves and contains the celebrity handprints. Seating areas are positioned where the balustrade dives, “heightening the drama of being near the water,” and at the same time connecting visitors to their immediate environment. Visitors can also play ‘spot the celeb’ by scanning the celebrity handprints. The imprints showcase major players including: Run Run Shaw, co-founder of Hong Kong broadcasting company TVB; actress Michelle Yeoh Choo-kheng, who played the formidable matriarch in Crazy Rich Asians; Hong Kong heartthrob Tony Leung Chiu-wai, who appeared in several of Wong Kar-wai’s films; and the auteur himself, whose saturated, seductive film language has inspired countless directors, to name but a few of the more than 100 handprints set into the wooden handrail.

How to get to Avenue of Stars
• Take MTR West Rail Line to East Tsim Sha Tsui Station or Tsuen Wan Line to Tsim Sha Tsui Station.
• Take Kowloon Motor Bus (KMB) 1, 1A, 2, 6, 7, 8A, 8P, or 9, and alight at Hong Kong Cultural Center.
• Take the Star Ferry to Tsim Sha Tsui Ferry Pier.
• Rent a car/bus from GGC to enjoy a hassle free private transfer from hotels in Hong Kong to Avenue of Stars.

Additional travel advice on Avenue of Stars
• For your safety, climbing, cycling or skateboarding are not allowed in the Avenue of Stars.
• Fishing is forbidden at the Avenue of Stars.
• Smoking is forbidden at the Avenue of Stars.