🏵️ A Chill Morning Before Flying Home — Colorful, Unexpected, and Totally Worth It 🌸🌿

"A Surprising Side Trip That Bloomed Into a Favorite Memory"

 

🌺 Our Last-Day Stroll to Flower Market Road in Hong Kong

We didn’t originally plan to visit the Flower Market or the Bird Garden. But with nothing else on our itinerary for the last day in Hong Kong—and since it was just a short walk from our hotel—we figured, why not? 😄

We purposely scheduled something light for our last day so we wouldn’t have to rush back to the hotel or the airport. After checking out, we left our luggage at the hotel reception (highly recommend this if your flight’s later in the day) and headed out for one final stroll around the city.

🍚 Breakfast at Yoshinoya, Again

Let’s just say the hotel breakfast left a not-so-great impression, so we decided to play it safe and head to Yoshinoya for breakfast—again. No regrets there! I loved their food so much I ordered the exact same meal as before. Comfort food hits different when you're traveling.

🚇 MTR to Prince Edward Station

After breakfast, we hopped on the MTR toward Prince Edward Station. It was a relaxed ride—Sunday morning meant fewer people, more space, and a smooth trip. Once we exited the station, we immediately felt it: the scent of flowers in the air. You could say the market practically greeted us before we even saw it.

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🌼 Welcome to Flower Market Road

In case you’re wondering, Flower Market Road is more than just one road—it’s a blooming neighborhood. Since the 1970s, this spot has been the heart of Hong Kong’s wholesale flower industry. Think of it like Dangwa in Manila—but fresher, cleaner, and beautifully organized. 🌹

More than 50 flower shops cluster together along the street, extending into Sai Yee Street and parts of Prince Edward Road. We took our time wandering through each block, soaking in the colors, scents, and even the textures of petals and leaves brushing past us. The market is truly a treat for the senses.

🌱 TIP: You can buy flowers and potted plants, including lucky charms and bonsai—but remember, you can’t take live plants or flowers on flights. Customs is strict. Still, just walking through the market is a joy on its own.

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🌟 Surprise Finds and Missed Chances

One highlight? We stumbled upon a quaint antique store tucked between flower stalls. I found a unique item I instantly fell in love with—but it was way beyond my budget. I hesitated. I walked away. Now? I regret it. Moral of the story: If it makes your heart skip a beat, and you can afford it—buy it!

 

There were also bake shops and food stalls at the end of the street, though we didn’t stop to eat since we were still full from breakfast.

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🐦 Skipping the Bird Garden (With No Regrets)

 

We had planned to swing by the Bird Garden next door—but the smell in the air made us hesitate. From where we were, we could already sense the strong odor and... let’s just say our overactive imaginations (and love of horror films) kicked in. We decided to skip it. 😅

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🛍️ Other Markets Near Flower Market Road

If you have extra time, this area is full of markets and sights worth checking out:

• 🧢 Sneaker Street – Heaven for shoe lovers!
• 🎧 Apliu Street Electronics Market – A DIY tinkerer's dream.
• 🐠 Goldfish Market – Like an aquarium street.
• 👜 Ladies Market, Mong Kok – Trendy fashion at bargain prices.
• 🍜 Temple Street Night Market – Dinner, fortune-telling, and local vibes.

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🏟️ Bonus Sights Around the Area

 

• Mong Kok Stadium – Right on Flower Market Road.
• Fa Hui Park – Great during the Lunar New Year flower fair.
• Boundary Street – A historical divider between British Kowloon and China.
• Kwong Wah Hospital – Home to the Tung Wah Museum.
• Yaumati Theatre – Preserving Chinese opera in a heritage setting.
• Diocesan Boys’ School & King George V School – Prestigious schools with beautiful architecture.

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🕒 Opening Hours

🕘 Most flower shops open 9:30 AM – 7:30 PM, though deliveries start as early as 7:00 AM. Early morning = freshest blooms!

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📸 Travel Tips for Visitors

• ✅ Be respectful while taking photos
• 🚫 Don’t block shop entrances or disturb vendors
• 💵 Bring cash or use an Octopus card for small buys
• 👟 Wear comfy shoes — this is a walking day
• 🌤️ Best visited in the morning or late afternoon

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📸Take your time. Take photos. Take in the atmosphere. Just remember to be respectful—these vendors are running businesses, not photo booths. Don’t block doorways, and always keep an eye out for paying customers when snapping your shots.

We didn’t expect much from this side trip, but it ended up being a beautiful end to our Hong Kong adventure. If I ever return, I’d love to see how the market looks during Lunar New Year. For now, though, this spontaneous visit remains a vibrant memory I’ll never forget. 🌷💕