M+

The architecture of the museum and the rooftop garden and its view alone make M+ worth the visit! The art collection is stunning! The Robert Rauschenberg and Zao Wou Ki exhibitions were serious highlights. We feel fortunate to have had the exposure to the Asian arts this museum provided. A true must do for any trip to Hong Kong. Highly recommended!

M+ offers an unparalleled journey into modern and contemporary visual culture. Take your time to move from room to room, best to go on a week day when there is less crowd. The rooftop is a good place to relax and you get a great view of Victoria Harbour. The play area at the roof top is also interesting. You can also grab some snacks in between from either the cafes at M+ or the food trucks around 3 minute walk from M+. There are also restaurants at M+ to satiate your hunger. I find the gift shops interesting as well. Don’t miss it, take time to browse through the uniquely curated books, cards, bags, albums, games, toys, and interesting knick knacks. The most underwhelming display for me is the basement. That space could be better utilised with more interesting exhibits. There is the pier right across M+ where you can take a ferry ride across to Central. This is a good way to take in the beautiful view of the harbour.

Beautiful museum by Herzog & de Meuron. Contempory exhibitions and nice restaurants. Promenade park with food trucks. Incredible sunset views on the skyline of Hong Kong Island from the rooftop terrace. Great rooftop terrace with opportunities to play, rest and enjoy the scenery, well executed planting plan. Worth a visit from noon to dusk.

Modern museum. I didn’t have a chance to visit museum but I went for walking around to see Hong Kong Bay also visit souvenir shop and cafe which is very interesting. Lots of attractive items for sale from designer locally and international artists. Public area along the bay are good place to enjoy and relaxed. Enjoy !

An absolute highlight in Hong Kong! M+ is truly on a world-class level! The massive architecture of the building alone makes it worth the visit. What I particularly liked was that the exhibitions are curated in a way that makes them absolutely worth seeing even for non-artists – you don't have to be an expert to enjoy it. A tip: This is a definite must-see, and not just as an option for rainy days. Highly recommended!

Absolute favorite place. This was one of our first stops in our trip and this was so definitely worth the visit. Even if you don't buy a ticket for the exhibits, you could stay in the park and stroll around the open area of the museum — not to mention that the building itself is an architect's playground, it is a piece of art. So many good spots that you could also enjoy taking photos, sitting and viewing the harbor or walking. Also, Mosu was here, but it was closed when we went (check their dates when they're open if you plan to dine here). Resto choices is not a lot so either eat plenty before going. There is a small snack shop around the garden area if you're not getting food from their other restos, they serve siu mai, chicken poppers and egg tarts. They also had beer,coffee and tea. The food is good too! (They had other good choices for bigger or heavier meals but we wanted Mosu so we didn't try the ones inside 🤣)

Definitely a must-visit! We spent the entire day at the museum and absolutely enjoyed it. There were several fascinating exhibits, each rich in meaning, history, and art and the ticket price was very reasonable for what you get to see. On the second level, there’s a stunning rainbow light installation that’s both beautiful and picturesque perfect for photos. The museum does a wonderful job showcasing artistry in such a thoughtful and inspiring way. We truly enjoyed the experience. Just a small tip: getting there can be a bit tricky if you’re taking the MTR, as the surrounding area is under construction. It’s best to check the route beforehand.

Visiting M+ was a powerful experience for me, not only visually but emotionally and intellectually. Many of the artworks reflect on China’s recent history, including the Cultural Revolution, through personal memory, symbolism, and quiet resistance. As a filmmaker, I was especially drawn to how these stories were told — not in a loud or dramatic way, but with restraint, depth, and strong visual language. The works don’t give you easy answers; they invite you to sit with the questions. The exhibition design is clean and thoughtful, allowing each piece to breathe. You’re not rushed, and you’re not distracted. You’re simply there with the art and the history behind it. M+ is more than a museum — it’s a space for reflection.

M+ Pavilion / West Kowloon (Hong Kong) -- It's not every day that you can visit a world-class museum that's also a political lightning rod. Open just three years ago, the space is as modern and expansive as you would expect it to be with 33 galleries spread over 700,000 square feet. Jamie W and I decided to come here after seeing several young vloggers praise its architecture and collection. The art on display is specifically from the 20th and 21st centuries. Don't expect ancient artifacts here. We had the foresight to buy the Special Exhibition Dual Passes for HK$240 each well in advance. This allowed us entry to the popular museum on a pre-selected day within a certain timeframe. It included access to two special exhibitions, an overview of the work of revered architect I.M. Pei called 'Life Is Architecture', and the stylized work of trendsetting fashion designer Guo Pei called 'Fashioning Imagination'. They're not related. However, both figures reflect vast imaginations translated into stunning designs. Coincidentally, I had seen Guo Pei's meticulously ornate gowns at the Legion of Honor in San Francisco two years ago, but this was a nicely condensed version of that collection. I.M. Pei's work turned out to be a vast display of buildings and structures well beyond the glass pyramid at the Louvre. Especially interesting was archival video where the architect shared his approach and philosophy. The other galleries showcase contemporary Chinese art with some pieces quite revolutionary in their messaging. Even before it opened, the museum has been under scrutiny from Beijing with the pending threat of censorship from the Communist Party. Due to its unique administrative status, Hong Kong has managed thus far to maneuver the treacherous political waters to create a museum comparable to the Tate Modern and MoMA. Who knows how long it will last? RELATED - Exploring Hong Kong? Here's my collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/3AGgadg

While I may not 'get' all the art that is in M+, I can absolutely and unequivocally appreciate the space this place has created to pause, soak in, be comforted and challenged by the creations in it. Modern, loud, different, this museum houses art that I never knew growing up. Whether it's something I can understand and appreciate or be completely perplexed by, I love how M+ mixes and matches its different galleries to elicit different emotions as you move from one to the next. I also love how it features different regions and times and mediums in doing so. And all this is a stunningly beautiful space. Definitely budget a day to explore this place!

One of my favorite things that we did during our recent Hong Kong trip was checking out the contemporary art scene in Hong Kong at M+. The space itself is huge and beautiful and the museum was much larger than we initially expected despite exhibits being spread out across just 2-3 floors. We spent around 3.5 hours in total here and didn't even get to see everything. Along with an amazing curation of art and exhibitions (including Yayoi Kusama's "Dots Obsession--Aspiring to Heaven's Love"), they also have a rooftop area with lovely views of the Victoria Harbour.

M+ has definitely expanded and grown into a bigger and better art museum! I remember when I first when a couple years ago when it was just a lil building and now it houses 5+ exhibition halls/rooms with different types of art (primarily from artists related to Asia). Most recently it featured the Yayoi Kusama exhibition (which is a separate exhibit with separate tickets) and I finally got a chance to go! I thought it was really cool to see an exhibition dedicated to her (vs just featuring some of her work). Haven't check out her famous Infinity Room exhibitions in LA and DC, but finally got to see one of her mirrored rooms! While I enjoyed the exhibition, I felt that it was shorter than expected so not entirely sure if the tickets were worth it. Backpacks unfortunately are not allowed and lockers are *not* free :/. They charge you per hour and depending on the size of the locker. They do have this visual/audio place downstairs that is free and offers curated films! They also have an M+ cinema that features a wide range of movies from classics to indie. The entire M+ building is really aesthetically pleasing with lots of opportunities for pics. Staff were pretty nice and friendly. Toilets were super nice and clean. Again the entire west kowloon culture area is pretty accessible by public transit but because there are so many options, pick one route and stick with it!

Great architecture, great museum space. Wish they had international art. Art could be grouped more nightly to make sense of the collection. Description of artwork were misplaced order at some tables. The space would be amazing for huge installation pieces. The rooftop is special even though the plants were in dreadful state despite we saw water lines for automatic water sprinklers system, some plants were dying. Great views for sunset from the rooftop

I would not change a word I wrote in my prior review and even a year and half later, I would say the same. I remain excited about all M+ will bring in the realm of contemporary art to Hong Kong with time and with the completion of their larger building. I just went to see "The Weight of Lightness" (up until Jan. 14, 2018) and at first fearful that it was going to be traditional caligraphy, WOW!, I was blown away by turned out to be some traditional caligraphy, but mostly cool contemporary ink art. GO SEE IT! A note of finding M+...with all of the construction going on out in the West Kowloon Cultural District, it is a mess to find M+ on your own. Take the MTR to Kowloon Station, take Exit A, turn right and then turn left out the door to see the bus stop area. The "free" shuttle will take you to M+ and return you to this same spot. The information person at the MTR had no idea the shuttle even existed, so don't necessarily rely on the MTR for proper information.