Golden Bauhinia Square

Introducing Golden Bauhinia Square (from Hong Kong Tourism Board)
The Golden Bauhinia Square is the emblem of Hong Kong. The Forever Blooming Bauhinia Sculpture that gives the Expo Promenade the commonly-used name, Golden Bauhinia Square, was a gift from the Central Government to mark the 1997 Handover -- an occasion that held tremendous significance for the world's largest nation and that stands out as a landmark event in 20th century history. Nowadays, the site is hugely popular with Chinese visitors who come to take photos of the Reunification Monument, which bears inscriptions of the calligraphy of President Jiang Zemin who represented China at the Handover Ceremony and to enjoy the pomp and symbolism of the daily Flag-raising Ceremony with beautiful Victoria Harbour as a backdrop.

Golden Bauhinia Square Fast Facts
• Chinese Name: Jin Zi Jing Guang Chang 金紫荆广场
• Best Time to Visit: September to February
• Recommended Visiting Hours: 1 hour
• Things to Do: Photography, Ceremony
• Opening Hours: All day
• Entrance Fee: Free
• Address: 1 Expo Dr, Wan Chai, Hong Kong

What to expect at Golden Bauhinia Square

Daily Flag-raising Ceremony
Every day except the first of each month 7:50-8:03
This ceremony is performed by Hong Kong police officers in ceremonial uniform and includes the playing of the national anthem. The ceremony will be conducted by different uniformed youth groups on the second Sunday of each month.

Enhanced Flag-raising Ceremony
On the first day of every month 7:45-8:13
This ceremony includes a flag-raising party of Hong Kong police officers accompanied by a rifle unit, both wearing full uniform. The ceremony will include the playing of the national anthem by the Police Band followed by a 10-minute musical performance by the Police Pipe Band. Please be aware that the flag-raising ceremony may be cancelled at any time due to bad weather conditions. In the case of a cancellation, an announcement will be made through local media channels between 7am and 8am.

How to get to Golden Bauhinia Square
• Take MTR Island Line to Wan Chai Station. Then walk about 23 mins to the square.
• Take a ferryboat from Tsim Sha Tsui Star Ferry Pier to Wan Chai. Then walk about 10 mins to the square.
• Take Bus 25A, 307C, 905, 905P, 914X, 914P, 961, 961P, 978, 978A, or 978b to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.
• Rent a car/bus from GGC to enjoy a hassle free private transfer from hotels in Hong Kong to Golden Bauhinia Square.

Additional travel advice on Golden Bauhinia Square
• Please take care of your belongings on the square.
• Driving or parking vehicles are forbidden on the square.
• Any illegal activities, including smoking and use of drones, are forbidden on the square.