How to get to the Hong Kong Flower Market
📍 Quick Summary
Best route: MTR Prince Edward Station, Exit B1 — 2 minutes walk
Address: Flower Market Road (花墟道), Prince Edward, Kowloon
Area: Extends across Flower Market Road, Sai Yee Street, Yuen Po Street, and Prince Edward Road West
Note: The market is a daytime destination — most shops operate 9:30 AM to 7:00 PM. Plan accordingly.
The Hong Kong Flower Market sits at the border of Mong Kok and Prince Edward in Kowloon, making it one of the most accessible attractions in the city by public transport. The market occupies not just Flower Market Road itself but the surrounding streets — Sai Yee Street, Yuen Po Street, and parts of Prince Edward Road West — all filled with flower shops, making the whole neighbourhood worth exploring once you arrive.
By MTR — The Easiest Way
The MTR is by far the most convenient way to reach the Flower Market. Stations on both the Tsuen Wan Line and Kwun Tong Line connect here, and the walk from the nearest exit is barely two minutes.
Prince Edward Station (Recommended) — 2 minutes
Prince Edward Station is served by both the Tsuen Wan Line (from Tsim Sha Tsui, Central, Admiralty) and the Kwun Tong Line (from Kowloon Bay, Kwun Tong). Take Exit B1, which brings you directly onto Prince Edward Road West.
Walking directions from Exit B1: Turn left as you exit and walk along Prince Edward Road West heading east. You will pass the Mong Kok Police Station on your left and the elevated roadway above on your right. After about two minutes and three short blocks, cross Sai Yee Street — the flower shops begin appearing even before you reach Flower Market Road proper. Turn left into Sai Yee Street, then immediately right onto Flower Market Road. The entire walk takes two to four minutes at a relaxed pace.
Mong Kok Station — 5 minutes
If you are arriving on the Tsuen Wan Line from the direction of Central or Tsim Sha Tsui, Mong Kok Station is one stop before Prince Edward. Take Exit C and follow the footbridge north toward Sai Yee Street. This adds about five minutes to the walk but is a reasonable alternative if you are already on the southern end of Nathan Road.
Mong Kok East Station — 8 minutes
On the East Rail Line from Hung Hom or New Territories, get off at Mong Kok East Station. Use Exit A and walk west along Argyle Street, then north up Sai Yee Street. The walk takes approximately eight to ten minutes.
From Hong Kong Island — MTR
The MTR via Admiralty is the most direct option from Hong Kong Island to Prince Edward.
MTR Route from Hong Kong Island
Take the Island Line from Central, Wan Chai, or Causeway Bay to Admiralty. Change to the Tsuen Wan Line heading toward Tsuen Wan and follow the Prince Edward Station directions above. The entire journey takes about 25 minutes from Central.
From the Airport
The Flower Market is about a 40-minute journey from Hong Kong International Airport. Note that fresh flowers and plants are generally not allowed on flights — check with your airline before purchasing.
Airport Express + Minibus
Take the Airport Express to Kowloon Station (about 20 minutes). Outside the station, find the green minibus terminus and take route 74 toward Mong Kok. Get off outside Queen Elizabeth School — from there it is a two-minute walk to the flower market.
Bus E21
The cheaper alternative is City Bus route E21, which runs from the airport to Mong Kok. Get off at the Mong Kok Police Station stop, walk half a block to Prince Edward Road, then follow the walking directions from Exit B1 above.
💡 Taxi & Parking
Taxis: A taxi from Central to the Flower Market costs approximately HK$40–60. From the airport, expect HK$400–500. Taxis are readily available at the market throughout operating hours.
Parking: Street parking in the Mong Kok area is extremely limited. The nearest car park is at Grand Century Place (MOKO) on Argyle Street, about five minutes walk from the market, charging approximately HK$25–30 per hour. Public transport is strongly recommended.
Exploring the Wider Area
The Flower Market sits at the centre of one of Hong Kong's most fascinating traditional market districts. Within a ten-minute walk you can also visit the Yuen Po Street Bird Garden, the Goldfish Market on Tung Choi Street, and the Ladies Market further south. The walking circuit linking all four markets takes under fifteen minutes and makes for an excellent half-day outing.
Once you have arrived, see our opening hours guide for the best times to visit and our sightseeing guide for everything else to see in the neighbourhood.