The Avenue of Stars: Hong Kong’s enduring Cinematic Icon
History, Reality, and the Daily Crowds but still a firm favourite
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Bruce Lee Iconic Statue | Avenue of Stars | Hong Kong
Foreword
When will travel writers start writing honest articles about places they visit? all I seem to read these days are puff pieces and fluff pieces full of old cliches such as hidden gems and secret spots.
How can a place like Avenue of Stars in Hong Kong be a “hidden gem” when it has tens of thousands of visitors daily?
This text below is from a very recent travel article in April 2026 and I am 99.99999% certain that it was written by AI given that a lot of it does not reflect actual reality in 2026, the way the article is written, who on earth writes like this anymore? and for me the problem is people come to Hong Kong with “visions of perfection” rattling around and then you bump into something I deal with everyday and that is reality and reality and imagination are two entirely different concepts.
Hidden Gems and Insider Tips for Avenue of Stars Hong Kong
Secret Viewpoints and Photo Spots
Beyond main handprints, seek the eastern overhang near Salisbury Road for unobstructed Symphony views away from mobs, a local-favored nook within the Avenue of Stars Hong Kong setup. Sunset casts a pink hue over the harbor, with fewer people allowing serene moments amid gentle waves and faint incense from nearby temples. Insiders linger here for pro-level panoramas rivaling drone shots.
Hunt these angles for Instagram-worthy frames without elbows
Unless I am mistaken I believe I know the so called eastern overhang, it is surrounded by huge buildings and a good 10 minute walk from the Bruce Lee statue and frankly the very best views of the Symphony of Lights, Victoria Harbour and Hong Kong Island are from the upper walkway next to the Star Ferry in Kowloon or even better the Ocean Terminal Deck at the far end of the Ocean Terminal shopping mall next to the Star Ferry, I go into this in more detail later on in this post.
Fine, I have an advantage because I have lived in Hong Kong for 50+ years and I am a private tour guide in my 16th year of doing tours but even so in today’s world of AI it is easy enough to do research if you are committed and have the time.
The Avenue of Stars stands as one of Hong Kong’s most enduring cultural icons - a waterfront tribute to the city’s legendary film industry that has drawn millions since it opened in 2004. With its striking bronze statues, handprints of cinema greats, and sweeping views across Victoria Harbour, it remains a powerful symbol of Hong Kong’s golden era of moviemaking. At its heart is the iconic Bruce Lee statue, forever captured in that unmistakable fighting pose, which has become one of the most photographed spots in the entire city.
Yet for all its fame and cinematic heritage, the Avenue of Stars has become a clear victim of its own success. What was once a pleasant, relatively peaceful promenade where locals (myself included) could enjoy a gentle harbour stroll is now swamped daily by tens of thousands of visitors. The crowds have changed the experience dramatically, turning a relaxing local landmark into one of Hong Kong’s busiest tourist thoroughfares. This is the honest story behind the icon - the history, the reality on the ground in 2026, and why it still matters despite the constant hustle.
Officially known as the Avenue of Stars (星光大道), it is sometimes referred to as “The Avenue of Stars” in casual writing. You’ll occasionally see “Avenue of the Stars” in articles, but the correct and most widely used name is Avenue of Stars.
I am in tourism and as such I fully embrace tourists coming to Hong Kong and sometimes I think the Government and specifically the Hong Kong Tourism Board have focused on numbers or tourists rather than the tourists who will stay for 3 or 4 days, Mainland Chinese tourists for over 20 years have been coming to Hong Kong and are roughly 75 - 80% of all visitors, lovely people and I often get stopped to pose for pictures with a tourist group! the problem remains, the Avenue of Stars is a magnet for tourists but the crowds every day can make it a real chore to go there and it will only get worse.
If you’re a Hong Kong local or a repeat visitor who’s been coming to the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront for decades, the Avenue of Stars is one of those places that feels both deeply familiar and strangely transformed. It’s promoted relentlessly by the Tourism Board as a must-see celebration of Hong Kong cinema, but the truth on the ground is more complicated: it’s an undeniably impressive stretch of promenade with genuine historical weight, yet it’s now so relentlessly packed with visitors – especially large groups of mainland Chinese tourists - that the “iconic” experience many expect is often drowned out by sheer numbers. Here’s the full, no-nonsense story.
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From Concept to Opening: How a Simple Promenade Became a Film Industry Tribute
The idea didn’t spring up overnight. Back in 1982, the New World Group developed a basic waterfront promenade along the Victoria Harbour edge in Tsim Sha Tsui East, centred around the New World Centre. It was a straightforward public space for strolling and enjoying the harbour views. Fast-forward to the early 2000s, and the push to elevate Hong Kong’s global image as Asia’s film capital took hold. The Hong Kong film industry was at a cultural peak in the public imagination, with stars, directors, and behind-the-scenes talent responsible for countless influential movies.
In 2004, New World Group invested around HK$40 million to reimagine that existing promenade stretch as the Avenue of Stars. The project had backing from the Hong Kong Tourism Board, the Tourism Commission, the Leisure and Cultural Services Department, and the Hong Kong Film Awards Association. It officially opened to the public on 28 April 2004, stretching roughly 440 metres along the harbourfront.
For the record New World Development (who redeveloped New World Centre) still own all the fancy malls and apartments next to the Avenue of Stars, in a nutshell, they did good!
Was There Talk of Building the Avenue of Stars on the Hong Kong Island Side?
Something I have always wondered was why Kowloon side for the Avenue of Stars and not Hong Kong Island, well I always knew the answer and in moments of clarity I always rant about the Hong Kong Observation Wheel (ferris wheel) being on Hong Kong Island and not on Kowloon side looking across Victoria Harbour to Hong Kong Island, sometimes the Government gets it right and sometimes they get it wrong!
Hong Kong Island has a wonderful continuous system of promenades stretching from Western to Eastern districts, offering long, scenic waterfront walks. Yet there’s no public record of serious discussion at the planning stage about locating the Avenue of Stars there instead of on the Kowloon side. The project simply built on the existing 1982 New World promenade in Tsim Sha Tsui East - a practical choice tied to the developer’s land and the desire for direct, dramatic views of the Hong Kong Island skyline. Placing it on Kowloon gave visitors that classic postcard panorama looking “across” to the island, which has always been the money shot. It made logistical sense at the time, even if the island’s longer promenade network might have offered a different feel and the Hong Kong Island promenade is simply stunning but the view is rather flat looking over to Kowloon side! (unless you are at Victoria Peak)
Hollywood Inspiration? Absolutely for the Avenue of Stars
The Avenue of Stars was openly modelled on Los Angeles’ Hollywood Walk of Fame. Tourism and development authorities deliberately adopted the successful formula of celebrity handprints, plaques, and a star-studded promenade to honour Hong Kong’s film legends, while improving upon it with statues, historical storytelling pillars, and the unbeatable backdrop of Victoria Harbour. It was never presented as a pure original concept but as a proud local adaptation of a globally recognised idea - fitting for a city that once dominated Asian cinema and wanted the world to know it.
Major Updates Over the Years - Including the Recent 2025 - 2026 Refresh
The Avenue wasn’t static. By the mid-2010s, it needed a refresh. It closed for a full redesign around 2016 and reopened on 31 January 2019, with handprints moved into wooden handrails. The 2025 - 026 updates added interactive digital displays, polished pathways, and LED lighting on the Bruce Lee statue. It remains a free, 24/7 public promenade.
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What’s There to See and Do on the Avenue of Stars
Attractions Breakdown
The Avenue is essentially a linear waterfront walk celebrating over a century of Hong Kong film history. Starting from the western end (near the Hong Kong Museum of Art, Clock Tower, and Salisbury Garden area), you’re greeted by a prominent 4.5-metre-tall bronze replica of the Hong Kong Film Awards statuette - a goddess figure holding a pearl, symbolising artistic achievement. From there, the 440-metre promenade unfolds eastward.
Along the way:
Over 100 celebrity handprints and autographs are now embedded in the wooden handrails (a big improvement post-2019 for visibility and flow). These include big names like Jackie Chan, Chow Yun-fat, Anita Mui, Jet Li, John Woo, and many directors, producers, and earlier stars. Plaques provide context on their contributions.
Interpretive panels and pillars detail the evolution of Hong Kong cinema, from early days through the martial arts boom, golden eras, and modern output.
Statues of key figures, including a striking bronze of Anita Mui.
Harbour-facing benches, shaded areas, and small water features for resting and soaking in the views (when crowds allow) and the Government really needs to add shaded seats and benches, lots, lots more
Interactive elements from the latest updates, like digital touchpoints for movie history.
The real draw for many remains the unobstructed (or semi-obstructed) views across Victoria Harbour to Hong Kong Island’s skyline - dramatic by day, spectacular when lit up at night
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The Bruce Lee Statue Puzzle: Why Is It at the “Wrong” End?
The most photographed element is the 2.5-metre bronze statue of Bruce Lee at the eastern end - a solid 15-minute walk from the main western entrance next to the Museum of Art Most people come first for the epic harbour views, with the Bruce Lee statue a very close second.
The most photographed element is the 2.5-metre bronze statue of Bruce Lee, captured mid-action in a classic pose. It stands at the eastern end of the Avenue, roughly near where the old New World Centre was and close to current developments like the InterContinental area and a Starbucks. If you enter from the main western side (by the Museum of Art), it’s a solid 15-minute walk east to reach it - assuming you’re moving at a normal pace without too many stops or bottlenecks.
My question has always been, why place Hong Kong’s ultimate kung fu legend at the far end instead of right at the entrance next to the Museum of Art? There’s no official “this is why” statement carved in stone, but a few practical and design reasons make sense. The statue was actually added shortly after the 2004 opening (around 2005), and the original promenade layout already emphasised the eastern stretch near the New World development (now the Rosewood Hotel and the Victoria Dockside complex).
Positioning it there encourages visitors to walk the full length, experiencing the entire cinematic timeline and history pillars along the way rather than clustering at one spot. Visually, some people say that the eastern end often offers a slightly more open harbour backdrop without as many immediate buildings crowding the frame. actually this is not correct, the views get so much better as you head west towards the Clock Tower and the Star Ferry
It also ties into the flow toward East Tsim Sha Tsui. Whatever the intent, it does mean the “star attraction” is literally at the far end of the Avenue - a design choice that spreads out the foot traffic but can feel counter-intuitive for first-timers expecting Bruce Lee front and centre., however I bet Starbucks never complained being essentially next to the Statue!
So now you know
One Odd but Common Question: Bruce Lee Handprints - are they real?
A question I have been asked a few times over the years and to be honest I never really know what to say or even thought about until recently when I was doing research for this blog post.
Yes, Bruce Lee does have a handprint (and autograph) represented among the collection in the handrails. The reasonable question is obvious: Bruce Lee died tragically on 20 July 1973 (I remember the “event” very well), over 30 years before the Avenue opened in 2004. How? These aren’t live, on-site imprints pressed in cement by the stars themselves (as some living celebrities did during ceremonies). For deceased legends like Bruce Lee and others from earlier eras, the handprints are carefully crafted replicas or recreations - often based on existing casts, moulds, photographs, or estate-provided materials. The same approach applies to many of the over 100 total prints. They’re artistic commemorations rather than literal hand-in-cement moments, but they’re executed with high detail and integrated seamlessly.
.. and for the final puzzle, Bruce Lee ended up at the so called Garden of Stars for roughly 4+ years whilst the Avenue of Stars was being renovated, this was located basically next to the Kowloon Shangri La Hotel in TST Kowloon
The Symphony of Lights: A Defining Feature Nearing Its End (late 2026)
The Symphony of Lights: A Crowd Magnet That Defines the Evening Vibe
Every night at 8:00 pm, the Avenue becomes ground zero for “A Symphony of Lights” - the Guinness-recognised multimedia harbour show with lasers, lights, and music synchronised across dozens of buildings on both sides of the harbour. It lasts about 13-15 minutes, with audio broadcast along the promenade. It’s genuinely impressive when viewed from here, and the Avenue’s eastern sections or open areas give some of the best vantage points. But here’s the reality: this single nightly event massively amplifies the crowds. The place goes from busy to shoulder-to-shoulder, with thousands gathering specifically for the show. It’s a big part of why the Avenue feels 24/7 active - people arrive early, linger after, and tour groups time their visits around it.
… and yet
For over two decades, the nightly A Symphony of Lights at 8:00 pm has been one of the Avenue’s biggest draws and crowd magnets. This Guinness World Record-holding multimedia show uses lasers, lights, and music from dozens of buildings on both sides of Victoria Harbour, creating a spectacular 13-15 minute spectacle best viewed from the promenade. It dramatically boosts evening foot traffic, with thousands gathering specifically for the event, turning the already busy walkway into a packed viewing platform. However, after 22 years, the daily show is scheduled to retire in the second half of 2026 as part of a broader tourism revamp by the Hong Kong Tourism Authorities
The government has announced it has “completed its historical mission,” and it will be replaced by periodic, themed light festivals and immersive projections at various tourist spots across Hong Kong (such as events at The Peak during holidays). This change will (hop
efully) significantly alter the evening atmosphere on the Avenue - potentially reducing some of the peak-hour swarms while shifting the harbour light experience to a less frequent, more event-driven model. Locals and regulars may welcome quieter nights, though the iconic nightly ritual that defined so many visits will soon be a thing of the past
For the record the Tourism Authorities had been planning a major revamp of the light show only to announce it would end later in 2026, there is no information yet as to what they have planned as a replacement
The Harsh Reality of Crowds on the entire waterfront promenade in TST
The Avenue is busy from around 9 am onward, pretty much all day and well into the night, every single day. Mainland Chinese tour groups arrive in waves. As a long-time Hong Kong resident, I actually remember the pre-boom days when it was a quiet spot for a gentle harbour stroll and joggers loved the place as did young couples soaking in the romantic atmosphere.
Today, getting a clear photo or a moment of serenity is tough. Some travel articles talk about an “eastern overhang” with “fewer people,” “serene moments,” and the “faint smell of incense from nearby temples” - that’s pure nonsense. There are no temples nearby burning incense; the nearest ones are at least a mile away in Yau Ma Tei or further. The mobs aren’t avoidable in any consistent local nook.
I would like to expand on this a little
Some travel writers still push the so-called “eastern overhang” near Salisbury Road - basically the old Garden of Stars podium garden you reach by crossing the road from the eastern end of the Avenue - the Garden of the Stars was home to the Bruce Lee Statue for 4+ years whilst the Avenue of Stars was renovated
As a secret local nook with unobstructed Symphony of Lights views. In practice it’s a 5 - 10 minute detour through overhead walkways and down to Mody Road, but the massive Rosewood Hotel Hong Kong and Victoria Dockside towers now sit right in front and kill the sightlines. The area feels deserted because the views are simply in the wrong place. If you actually want proper, elevated harbour panoramas with far less hassle, head instead to the Ocean Terminal Deck at Harbour City. From the western start of the Avenue of Stars (in front of the Museum of Art) it’s a solid 20-minute walk - still one of the best and least-hyped spots for watching the light show even in 2026.
For the life of me I do not understand why this nonsense below is written, this came from a classic puff piece | fluff piece Hong Kong Travel article
“Come here to people-watch, enjoy buskers playing Cantopop hits, and transition seamlessly to exploring Kowloon's night markets - it's an accessible entry point that sets the tone for Hong Kong's dynamic energy.”
People watching on the Avenue of Stars ? you are avoiding hordes of touts wanting you to take a cheap harbour boat cruise or photographers wanting to take your photo and yes, you are trying to avoid the masses that push and shove! and buskers, err, not allowed, it has been ages since I saw one. (see below)
Practical Details: Walking Time, Food and such
End-to-end, the 440-metre (0.3 miles) promenade takes about 15-20 minutes at a normal walking pace if you’re not rushing but also not dawdling. Add another 10 - 20 minutes (or more) if you’re stopping to check handprints, read plaques, pose for photos, or navigate around groups - and factor in slowdowns from crowds during busy periods.
Food stalls on the Avenue itself are limited to basic refreshments - for proper street food, step slightly off into surrounding TST streets or go to the Temple Street Night Market in Jordan district, they have a fabulous street food section.
Avenue of Stars Post-renovation, there are a few kiosks and carts offering basic refreshments like drinks, snacks, or simple bites, but nothing like a full street-food scene with egg waffles, fish balls, or siu mai right on the promenade itself. For proper local street eats, you’ll need to step slightly off into the surrounding Tsim Sha Tsui streets - areas like Lock Road or nearby spots in TST often have vendors with classic Hong Kong snacks (think egg puffs, fried items, or juice stalls). Hotels and malls nearby (Harbour City, etc.) have more formal dining, but the Avenue itself prioritises the walk and views over on-site feasting.
For residents, we call the stretch of land from the Kowloon Star Ferry Pier (or Clock Tower) to the Bruce Lee Statue, TST Promenade, the Avenue of Stars begins just in front of the Regent Hotel and Mainland Chinese Tourists like to do the entire walk which is in the region of 30 minutes +
Busking Laws on the Avenue of the Stars and in Hong Kong: The Practical Reality
Busking (street performance) is technically legal in Hong Kong under Article 34 of the Basic Law, which protects freedom of cultural and artistic activities. However, it sits in a grey area heavily shaped by enforcement, with several ordinances giving police and authorities broad powers to intervene. There is no general licensing system for all busking, but key restrictions apply:
Playing musical instruments in any public street or road requires a permit from the Commissioner of Police under the Summary Offences Ordinance (Cap. 228). Without it, performers can be asked to stop or move on.
Performances must not cause noise nuisance (Noise Control Ordinance), obstruction to pedestrians, or annoyance to the public (Pleasure Grounds Regulation for managed waterfront/promenade areas).
Accepting donations or tips is often prohibited or heavily discouraged in managed public spaces like the Avenue of the Stars to avoid it being treated as begging. Security or police will typically shut down setups that start drawing money or blocking flow.
On the Avenue of the Stars specifically (a managed LCSD/Leisure and Cultural Services Department promenade within the Victoria Harbour waterfront), enforcement is stricter than on ordinary streets. Police and security do not tolerate loud or disruptive acts that add to the already heavy crowds. A Canto Pop singer with amplification blaring out popular tunes would almost certainly draw large clusters of onlookers, create bottlenecks, and trigger immediate complaints - leading police or venue staff to move them on quickly. Your long experience matches the pattern: authorities prioritise smooth pedestrian flow and public amenity in high-tourist zones like TST harbourfront, so buskers rarely last long if they become a nuisance and yes, there have been moments over the years of buskers around the Avenue of Stars, sometimes you would have 5 or 6 Mainland Chinese women within a few yards of each other singing (if you call it that) Mainland Chinese ballads and such, !!!
In practice, the police take a liberal but complaint-driven approach overall. They generally won’t harass quiet, non-obstructive performers without reports, but in crowded icons like the Avenue, tolerance is low - especially for anything amplified or crowd-drawing. Designated “permit-free” busking spots exist in some harbourfront areas, but the core Avenue stretch isn’t one of them.
.. and in case of beggars, you hardly ever see them as they are moved along, recently I have encountered South Asian men running some sort of “lucky” scam, I have no idea what the scam is but they want you to pay for a reading!
Here is the official policy and it explains why you rarely see them in the TST Promenade | Avenue of Stars area
Hong Kong maintains a clear and longstanding official policy on street begging, rooted in law enforcement rather than any form of tolerance or decriminalization. Under Section 26A of the Summary Offences Ordinance, any person who begs or gathers alms in a public place, street, or waterway commits an offence. This includes wandering about or positioning oneself in such areas specifically to solicit money or goods. The penalty for a first or second conviction is a fine of up to $2,000 and imprisonment for up to one month, while a third or subsequent offence carries the same fine plus up to 12 months in prison. This framework has been in place since the late 1970s and remains actively enforced today, with no indications of any softening or policy shift in recent years.
Pickpocketing and safety on the Avenue of the Stars: Context Without the Hype
I have read many articles that include a standard tourist-warning paragraph about pickpocketing - a common boilerplate line in many travel pieces about crowded attractions worldwide. In reality, it is not a huge or defining problem on the Avenue of Stars itself in Hong Kong
Hong Kong remains one of the safest major cities globally for violent crime, and the police do take offences against tourists very seriously (with visible patrols, regular anti-theft operations, and quick response in high-profile areas like Tsim Sha Tsui). Official 2025 crime statistics from the Hong Kong Police Force show pickpocketing cases across the entire territory dropped sharply by 56.3% compared to 2024, as part of an overall decline in theft offences. Specific incidents do occasionally occur in busy tourist zones like the Avenue - especially during peak crowds around the Symphony of Lights or when large tour groups are present - but they are relatively rare, not daily occurrences, and seldom are they mentioned in local news coverage.
The Avenue’s dense foot traffic (tens of thousands on busy days) naturally creates opportunities for opportunistic petty theft, as in any crowded promenade or market. However, long-time locals and frequent visitors generally view it as low-risk if you exercise basic common sense: keep valuables secure (front pockets, cross-body bags, no flashing phones or wallets), stay aware in the thickest crowds, and avoid leaving bags unattended. It is nowhere near the level that would make the spot feel unsafe or require constant vigilance beyond normal big-city awareness.
My Honest Take
I remain a fan of the Avenue of Stars. It’s a genuine tribute to Hong Kong’s film heritage with world-class harbour views when you can actually appreciate them. The Tourism Board is right to promote it, but the sheer scale of tourism has tipped the balance. It’s no longer the relaxed local promenade many of us recall from decades ago.
Go very early in the morning (pre-9 am) on a weekday for the best experience. The 2025-2026 updates help a little with flow, and the end of the nightly Symphony may give it some breathing room. In the end, it’s a victim of Hong Kong’s tourism machine - a huge success story that, ironically, makes its original charm harder to access. Still worth visiting? Absolutely. Just go in with eyes open about the realities on the ground and not some fluff piece written by a travel journalist who use all the correct buzz words but seem to ignore reality.
Future Plans for the Avenue of the Stars in Hong Kong
As of the recent April 2026 completion of the latest upgrades (including enhanced LED lighting on the Bruce Lee statue, interactive digital displays, and polished pathways), there are no major announced overhauls or expansions on the immediate horizon. The promenade continues as a core part of the Victoria Dockside and Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront redevelopment zone, with ongoing minor maintenance and integration into broader harbourfront improvements expected. The focus appears to be on maintaining its current refreshed state as a free, accessible public space rather than large-scale construction. With the Symphony of Lights winding down, authorities may lean more on the Avenue’s inherent cinematic and scenic appeal for steady visitor flow, possibly incorporating it into new light festival events in the future. For now, it stands as a stable icon — polished but still very much the same beloved (and crowded) linear promenade that has defined this stretch of harbourfront for over 20 years and longer for me having been here for 50+ years
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The Ventilation Shaft | Avenue of Stars | Hong Kong
My Personal Connection to the Avenue of Stars in Hong Kong
I have my moments in Hong Kong, that’s for sure - this was a few years back actually doing something useful, right next to the Statue of Hong Kong Film Awards | the Avenue of Stars is a large ventilation shaft for the Subway underneath, to say it was a monstrous eyesore was an understatement and it was right next to the lovely Museum of Art, long story short I wrote to the local newspaper, the SCMP and asked why they couldn’t just simply paint the shaft and lo and behold and much to my amazement, within weeks it was repainted so it really blends into the surroundings!
One of my finer moments!
So there you go
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