Tucked into the heart of Hong Kong’s cultural district, Blue Lotus Gallery has quietly — and now undeniably — risen to become one of Hong Kong’s most popular galleries. What sets Blue Lotus apart is not just its exceptional photography program, but its rare ability to feel both world‑class and warmly accessible at the same time.



While many galleries lean into exclusivity, Blue Lotus has built its reputation as the city’s most welcoming art space. This unpretentious, human‑centered ethos has earned the gallery a loyal local following while making it a must‑visit destination for international travellers seeking an authentic Hong Kong cultural experience.



Blue Lotus Gallery has long been celebrated for its focus on contemporary photography and vintage Hong Kong imagery, offering a powerful window into the city’s shifting identity. Though Hong Kong remains a constant thread, the gallery also reaches outward with curiosity and boldness. Its program increasingly explores photography from Japan and in the future, will be moving toward deeper engagement with Chinese‑rooted visual culture.



In 2022, Blue Lotus expanded its creative mission with the launch of Blue Lotus Editions, a publishing program that has quickly become one of the most exciting forces in preserving and shaping Hong Kong’s visual history. Its growing catalogue of photobooks and printed works reflects the city’s unique narrative while connecting to the broader region it influences and is influenced by.



Throughout all of this, the gallery has remained committed to meaningful artistic dialogue — celebrating, questioning, and safeguarding visual culture in ways that resonate with audiences from all walks of life. The result is a space that feels alive, approachable, and deeply rooted in the community it serves.

Blue Lotus Gallery may not be the most formal or elite gallery in the city — but it has become its most beloved. And that is why it stands proudly as Hong Kong’s Number One Gallery: a place where culture feels inviting, stories feel personal, and everyone is welcome.

M+ is a museum and art gallery in Hong Kong that offers numerous exhibits both from China, the rest of Asia, and the West.

The gallery offers free access to one exhibit and floor B1 of the museum. Everything else is behind a fee of $120, which is expensive, but we believe the experience makes the price worth it. 

One of the things we like about M+ is the sheer number of exhibitions they have. If you’re planning on visiting the art gallery, you should set aside a whole afternoon because you will spend two to four hours touring the entire venue.

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This much walking can work to the detriment of M+ because it can get exhausting. Nevertheless, we didn’t even notice how much time had passed because we were too busy appreciating the displays and reading the explanations behind each piece.

We also appreciate that there are cafes and restaurants on the ground floor of the museum, where you can get refreshments after a tiring but enjoyable tour.

However, it would have been nice to have a set direction to walk in the gallery. The lack of signage made us take our path, which may have diminished any intentional connection between each exhibit.

Tang Contemporary Art is an art gallery that began in Bangkok, Thailand, in 1997. Since then, it has opened up other locations in China and Korea to showcase the works of Chinese and Southeast Asian artists.

One of the things we like about Tang Contemporary Art is the variety of its exhibits. Sculptures and paintings from contemporary and progressive artists cover the walls and floors of each room, which is quite the visual treat. 

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Each floor in the gallery has a different exhibit, so you can take the elevator to the topmost storey and walk down so you can have a natural flow of exploration.

However, we felt slightly disappointed that the exhibit is smaller compared to other art galleries in Hong Kong. Nevertheless, the different art pieces are thought-provoking and interesting enough to make it a pleasant experience. 

We also like that the gallery varies its displays every few months, which is a plus.

Although the gallery was peaceful during our visit, one person that frequents the museum told us that the staff sometimes does not call the attention of chatty and loud visitors, which can be off-putting.

White Cube is an international gallery with spaces in Hong Kong, Paris, and other countries. 

It is worth noting that the exhibits in White Cube are limited, as they only feature one artist at a time. However, like us, you might appreciate the compactness and peacefulness of a curated gallery.

One of the things we like about White Cube is that they feature international artists and showcase their art in person and online. You can get a glimpse of their in-person features on their website or read into their online exhibits that feature more than one artist at a time.

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We also appreciate that White Cube offers some of its exhibits for sale, which is great news for art enthusiasts. 

Another thing we like about White Cube is how accessible the location is, and we don’t just mean arriving at the gallery. 

White Cube’s space welcomes assistance dogs and offers accessible toilets, which allows everyone to enjoy their curated gallery, including persons with disabilities.

In addition, they also offer folding stools for everyone who requests, which is a plus for those that get tired easily.

Para Site is a non-profit art gallery in Hong Kong founded in 1996. One of the interesting things about Para Site is that it was founded by artists, with its programmes and exhibitions still headed by artists.

One of the things we like about Para Site is its exhibitions that primarily showcase local and international contemporary artists. Although they only feature one collection at a time, you can find each of their eight to ten yearly exhibits unique and memorable.

Each exhibition also showcases not only the work of one artist but of many creators making pieces under one cohesive theme. As such, each room we entered took us on a visual adventure.

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We also appreciate the cause of Para Site, which is the advancing of the critical discourse of the art scene. With this in mind, the art gallery produces numerous publications and hosts myriad programmes for artists and the public to participate in.

Overall, we recommend Para Site to people that are interested in getting up to date with contemporary art developments and are interested in the modern art scene.

Kiang Malingue is an art gallery founded by its namesakes, Edouard Malingue and Lorraine Kiang Malingue. Ever since its establishment in 2010, the gallery has hosted pieces of all media.

This variety is one of the things we enjoy about Kiang Malingue. The art gallery hosts pieces in traditional media, such as sculptures and paintings.

However, what makes them notable is that they also host video and sound installations that give visitors a memorable multi-sensory experience.

These pieces and installations are made by artists from all over the globe, primarily from Asia. We appreciate that Kiang Malingue gives the public access to information regarding their current, past, and future exhibitions, which allows us to know more about these notable artists.

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Another thing we enjoy about Kiang Malingue is its two locations that host different exhibits. These venues are spacious and calm and had a different vibe for each exhibition that set the mood and allowed us to take in and appreciate the art better.

It is worth noting that walk-in visits to these venues are not allowed, which is quite disappointing. Nevertheless, we believe that the wait can be worth it if you particularly enjoy contemporary artworks.