Hong Kong’s design-forward destination mall is a paradise for art fans
Hong Kong has long been celebrated as a shopper’s haven, but one destination is redefining the very essence of retail. Located in the heart of the revitalised Victoria Dockside waterfront district in Tsim Sha Tsui, along Hong Kong’s Avenue of the Stars and just steps away from the Bruce Lee statue, K11 Musea blends luxury retail with art, culture and sustainability.
It’s an architectural marvel developed at a staggering US$2.6 billion and built in collaboration with over 100 global artists, architects and designers, including firms such as Rotterdam-based OMA, landscape designers James Corner’s Field Operations (known for their work on New York City’s High Line) and Hong Kong-based architecture practice LAAB Architects.
Clad in elegant Portuguese limestone, its exterior features 50,000 square feet of lush vertical greenery. Inside is a breathtaking centrepiece: the Theatre Oculus, an expansive golden sphere chamber that serves as both a creative hub and a visually striking focal point within the mall’s grand atrium.
Designed with a dynamic organic vault structure and programmable lighting, it transforms into an immersive environment for exhibitions, pop-up events and performances.
Art is at the core of the K11 Musea experience. The mall showcases a collection of works by internationally acclaimed talents such as Chinese contemporary master Tianzhuo Chen and Austrian artist Erwin Wurm.
While some pieces are permanent, new installations and special collaborations keep the artistic landscape evolving. For a deeper appreciation of what’s on display, consider signing up for one of K11 Musea’s curated experiences.
The K11 Koncierge on the ground floor offers guided tours across the property, a complete museum experience in a lively retail setting. Keep an eye out for K11 Ecoast in Shenzhen – set to be twice the size of its Hong Kong counterpart and only 45 minutes away.
Here’s how to spend a day at the K11 Musea mall
11am
K11 Musea isn’t just about art and shopping – the mall will house CR7® Life, Asia’s first museum dedicated to Cristiano Ronaldo’s legendary career. On show from July 2025 until July 2026.
1pm
Grab lunch at Glasshouse Greenery; with its iconic terrace on the rooftop garden, it’s a great spot for cocktails and all-day dining.
3pm
Fancy a coffee? Housed inside the Kube, a cube-shaped kiosk designed by acclaimed Dutch architecture firm OMA, % Arabica serves flat whites along with unobstructed views of Victoria Harbour. For a touch of elegance, head to 181 at Fortnum & Mason, where you can indulge in the restaurant’s renowned English Afternoon Tea while enjoying one of the best harbour views.
4pm
Shop till you drop at exclusive retail concepts, such as the MoMA Design Store and Fortnum & Mason’s largest flagship outside London.
7pm
End the day with panoramic views of the Symphony of Lights – the nightly lightshow on Hong Kong island – while enjoying a satisfying meal at one of the rooftop garden’s dining outlets. For authentic Cantonese dishes, there’s Yung’s Bistro – don’t miss their signature roasted goose.
