前中央裁判司署

Attractions & Landmarks in Central, Central and Western

4.5 (57)

Category	Attractions & Landmarks · 歷史地標
Address	香港島中環亞畢諾道1號
Area	Central, Central and Western
Google rating	4.5 (57)

Opening hours

Monday	11:00–18:00
Tuesday	11:00–18:00
Wednesday	11:00–18:00
Thursday	11:00–18:00
Friday	11:00–18:00
Saturday	11:00–18:00
Sunday	11:00–18:00

About 前中央裁判司署

前中央裁判司署 is an attraction in Central, Central and Western, at 香港島中環亞畢諾道1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.

For package tours and outbound travel deals, use a travel agent licensed by the Travel Industry Authority and keep your receipts; outbound tour travellers are generally covered by the Travel Industry Compensation Fund. Read the itinerary, what the price includes and the cancellation and refund terms before you go, and consider travel insurance. Buy tickets for popular attractions online to skip the queue; some close one day a week.

Google lists the opening hours as daily, 11:00–18:00. It is open seven days a week. Arrangements may differ on public holidays, over Lunar New Year and when a typhoon signal No. 8 or above or a black rainstorm warning is in force, so call before making a special trip. 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 4.5 out of 5 from 57 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.

Looking for alternatives? Browse the other attractions & landmarks in Central or explore other categories in the area from the links below. 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.

Jei Lee 8 months ago

Hong Kong is a good view for architects

Travelling Hora 2 years ago

A very historical place, with the police station, magistrate court and prison. You can enter each location to have a sneak peek of how these places ran during their prime time. Suitable for the whole family.

Marcus Ho 2 years ago

Historical landmark and a nice stop when visiting.

K W 3 years ago

2023 August 5★ Located in the repurposed old 1930s era Central Police Station compound, this is essentially a courthouse today. Interestingly enough, there's a trap door going from the prisoner cell below up to the prisoner stand. With interactive exhibits showcasing several high profile cases and a case displayed upon stage, this is very informative and interesting. The Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) funded the revitalisation and continues to fund the ongoing operation of Tai Kwun, which consist of three Declared Monuments – the former Central Police Station, Central Magistracy and Victoria Prison – transforming the historic site into an accessible world-class centre for arts, culture and heritage. In 2019, Tai Kwun received the Award of Excellence in the 2019 UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation. Free admission. Worth seeing.

Mark Reform 8 years ago

The former Central Magistracy is located at 1, Arbuthnot Road, Central, Victoria, Hong Kong. It was constructed from 1913 to 1914. The site where the building is standing was originally occupied by the first Hong Kong Magistracy. The former building was probably erected in 1847 but was later demolished to make way for the present building. Difficulty and delay in the construction work was caused because of the provision of an extensive basement in the new magistracy. The building's majestic appearance, with the imposing pillars of the façade and other features in the Greek-revival style, are lost to its poor exposure fronting onto a steep, narrow road. The massive retaining walls were constructed with granite blocks. The Central Magistracy was closed in 1979 and had been used by different associations affiliated to the Hong Kong Police Force. The buildings of the Former Central Magistracy, together with the adjacent Central Police Station and the Victoria Prison are declared monuments of Hong Kong. These buildings are collectively known as the Central Police Station Compound.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is 前中央裁判司署?

前中央裁判司署 is at 香港島中環亞畢諾道1號, in Central, Central and Western. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is 前中央裁判司署?

前中央裁判司署 is listed as an attraction and is also tagged on Google as 歷史地標.

What are the opening hours of 前中央裁判司署?

Published hours: daily, 11:00–18:00. 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 前中央裁判司署 open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday the hours are 11:00–18:00.

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 前中央裁判司署 rated on Google?

前中央裁判司署 has a Google rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 57 reviews.