Central-Mid-Levels Escalators

Tourist attraction · Soho

Central-Mid-Levels Escalators

Tourist attraction · Soho

Jubilee St, Central, Hong Kong

Highlights

Ride the world's longest outdoor escalator in Hong Kong—an iconic, scenic journey that connects vibrant districts with a taste of the city's rich heritage.

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@afar

"A Wonderful Piece of Technology for Visitors and Locals Traveling up and down the Central-Mid Levels Escalator is a quick, efficient way to get around while at the same time immersing yourself in the urban jungle of Hong Kong . Stretching for over 800m and rising about 135m, the world's longest outdoor covered escalator (actually a series of 20 escalators and 3 inclined moving walkways) links the Central District and the heights of the Mid-Levels residential areas. As you take the 20-minute trip going up (or down), you enjoy the opportunity to experience the contrast between the bustling streets of Central, with the city's oldest market district as well as the arts and antiques district, museums, bars, restaurants, and historic buildings to the more relaxed Mid-Levels atmosphere. From 6am to 10am, the escalator travels downward from Mid-Levels to Central for the commuters. After 10am, the escalator switches upward from Central to Mid-Levels until midnight."

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P W

Google

It’s a tourist must-do. Hong Kong is a multi-sensory experience. Taking the escalator up and walking back down is not simply an act of self transportation; it’s a total immersion in the hustle and bustle, the aesthetic onslaught of the old and the new, and the humbling feeling of gratitude that you can have a momentary interaction with one of this living breathing city’s incredible arteries.

Dave Arreglado

Google

The Central-Mid-Levels escalator in Hong Kong is approximately 800 meters (about 2,600 feet) long. It is the longest outdoor covered escalator system in the world and connects the Central district to the Mid-Levels area. The escalator operates in a downhill direction in the morning and uphill during the evening to accommodate commuters.

Junhyuk Song

Google

Central-Mid-Levels Escalator and Walkway System is one of famous landmarks of Hong Kong. It’s a one way escalator which going down for during rush hour, 6am-10am. The rest of time, it operates going up for the tourists. It would be somewhat good experience for travelers. Enjoy.

Tarak Das

Google

Almost one kilometre long ! Visitor must take this ride ! walkway system in Hong Kong is the longest outdoor covered escalator system in the world. The system covers over 800 m (2,600 ft) in distance and traverses an elevation of over 135 m (443 ft) from bottom to top. It opened in 1993 to provide an improved link between Central and the Mid-Levels on Hong Kong Island. The escalators at top stage of the escalator system between Robinson Road and Conduit Road have been replaced, and went operational on 11 July 2018. In early 2019, three refurbished escalators between Mosque Street and Robinson Road went operational. In June 2019, two replaced escalators between Caine Road and Elgin Street opened to the public.

Gary Jelks

Google

A must for all tourists to Hong Kong. You get to see parts of the city that are older than the modern areas. Go during off peak times to ensure a smooth journey and also plan how you are to get back down. There is only one escalator and that goes up. There are stairs alongside but the journey down is harder than the one going up. Definitely worth the trip

Mel Esposito

Google

The escalators are a fun way to see the city. Lots of restaurants and coffee shops to stop off too. I thought the top would have a bit more around it, but is quiet up there. A great free outing.

B. Razote

Google

Crowded with people, and to be honest, there’s nothing special about it. However, if you’re in the area, might as well pass by, so you wouldn’t miss out on this landmark.

Frank R

Google

Let’s be honest, it’s just a few escalators after each other (800 meters) nothing special. In the morning they go downhill and in the evening up hill. In my opinion you can make anything a attraction if u call this an attraction 😉 Don’t get me wrong it’s fun to walk up hill and go down with the escalator, but it’s not a must see/do thing 🤣 You’d better go to the SoHo area and search for the street art!

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P W

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Dave Arreglado

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Junhyuk Song

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Tarak Das

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Gary Jelks

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Mel Esposito

Google

The escalators are a fun way to see the city. Lots of restaurants and coffee shops to stop off too. I thought the top would have a bit more around it, but is quiet up there. A great free outing.

B. Razote

Google

Crowded with people, and to be honest, there’s nothing special about it. However, if you’re in the area, might as well pass by, so you wouldn’t miss out on this landmark.

Frank R

Google