Hillside Escalator

Attractions & Landmarks in Central, Central and Western

4.3 (137)

Category	Attractions & Landmarks
Address	香港島中環閣麟街9號
Area	Central, Central and Western
Google rating	4.3 (137)

Opening hours

Monday	Open 24 hours
Tuesday	Open 24 hours
Wednesday	Open 24 hours
Thursday	Open 24 hours
Friday	Open 24 hours
Saturday	Open 24 hours
Sunday	Open 24 hours

About Hillside Escalator

Hillside Escalator is an attraction in Central, Central and Western, at 香港島中環閣麟街9號. Locals and visitors alike tend to check the same things before going, so this page brings together the practical details: where it is, how to get in touch, when it is open and how customers rate it.

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Google lists it as open 24 hours, seven days a week, though arrangements may change in a typhoon or other special circumstances, so call if it matters. There is no phone number yet; if the business has a website or social media page, try there, or use the Google Maps link on this page for the latest details.

It has a Google rating of 4.3 out of 5 from 137 reviews, a strong score that points to consistently positive experiences.

Central is part of the Central and Western District on Hong Kong Island. The north shore of Hong Kong Island is one of the densest business areas in the city: the MTR Island Line runs from Kennedy Town to Chai Wan, the trams ("ding dings") between Kennedy Town and Shau Kei Wan, and many businesses trade from upper floors of office blocks and older tenement buildings. The south side is known for beaches, trails and fishing harbours such as Repulse Bay, Stanley and the Aberdeen typhoon shelter, which get busy at weekends and on public holidays. Central is Hong Kong's financial and business heart; the Central–Mid-Levels escalator links the streets up the hill, Lan Kwai Fong and SoHo come alive at night, and the Central piers serve the Outlying Islands.

See the other attractions & landmarks in Central listed below to compare ratings, hours and locations before you decide. Details on this page come from public sources and may change; confirm anything important by phone before relying on it. Business owners can claim the listing to keep it up to date.

Latest Google reviews

The most recent reviews shown on Google Maps (5). Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Maheen 6 months ago

Very handy to get up and down the area. Also useful shelter spot when it rains. Just not the direction of travel is downhill until 10:00 a.m. then it switches to uphill. You can use it to access the former prison and jail site as well as other tourist attractions nearby such as the murals on Hollywood.

Anthony Plaxen 6 months ago

Fun little attraction in Hong Kong to get to the top. Views are nice but it’s very crowded.

Tim Chu 7 months ago

The escalator does exactly what literally it is named to do. It is a series of escalators connected together to bring people upward in order to save some strength and energy. There are only a few "exits" so expect some downhill walking if you missed your street. Some limited view of the street level from one or two floors above for tourists.

Matúš Hupcej 8 months ago

It is exactly what it sounds like: a series of outdoor escalators. While it's often listed as a "must-see" attraction, let’s be real-it’s essentially a public transit tool for commuters, not a breathtaking monument. If you aren't looking to shop or eat in the SoHo area it passes through, you might find yourself wondering why it's on your itinerary. The most important thing to know is the direction of travel. To accommodate commuters, the escalator only goes downhill in the morning (6:00 AM – 10:00 AM) and only goes uphill for the rest of the day (10:00 AM – midnight). If you ride it all the way to the top in the afternoon, remember that what goes up does not come down. You will have to walk back down hundreds of stairs on foot. Finding a taxi at the upper residential levels is notoriously difficult, especially during peak hours, so unless you're looking for a serious leg workout, don't ride it to the very end just for the sake of it.

Fekete Márk 10 months ago

The world’s longest escalator, that makes going up the hill much more convenient

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Hillside Escalator?

Hillside Escalator is at 香港島中環閣麟街9號, in Central, Central and Western. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is Hillside Escalator?

Hillside Escalator is listed as an attraction.

What are the opening hours of Hillside Escalator?

Published hours: daily, open 24 hours. Hours can change over Lunar New Year and other public holidays, and many businesses close while Typhoon Signal No. 8 or above or a Black Rainstorm Warning is in force, so call before a special trip.

Is Hillside Escalator open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday the hours are open 24 hours.

When is it busiest?

Lunar New Year, Easter, the summer holidays, early October and Christmas to New Year are peak seasons with higher prices, so book early and check the cancellation terms. In the typhoon season (roughly May to November) watch the Hong Kong Observatory's warnings.

How do I book?

No phone number is listed, so check the contact details via the Google Maps link. Book early for Lunar New Year, the summer holidays and Christmas, and check the cancellation terms.

How is Hillside Escalator rated on Google?

Hillside Escalator has a Google rating of 4.3 out of 5 from 137 reviews.