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LGBT in the City

Understand Hong Kong's multi-gender culture and listen to LGBT stories

Uncover the stories, struggles, and triumphs of Hong Kong’s LGBTQIA+ community.

Discover the hidden history of LGBT culture in Hong Kong by exploring historical landmarks in Central and Sheung Wan and discussing the evolution of LGBT rights through stories and interactions.

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Tour overview

  • Hear the stories behind several landmark cases that significantly influenced LGBT rights and legislation in Hong Kong
  • Pass by landmarks like the old Propaganda — the revolutionary bar that was Hong Kong’s most popular gay hangout spot for almost 25 years
  • Visit iconic spots where some of Hong Kong’s preeminent LGBT movies were shot, such as All About Love
  • Learn about the important contributions of the LGBT community toward the diversity of politics, arts, sports, and culture in the city
  • Experience the gay bars in Sheung Wan and Central (subject to bar business hours)

Hong Kong may not have rainbow flags flying in every district, but the city does have a rich lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) history. A meeting point of various cultures, Hong Kong has been a unique home to queers.

In this engaging walking tour, your entertaining and passionate local guide will lead you through historical landmarks in Central and Sheung Wan while discussing the city’s LGBT history, activism, and culture through storytelling and interactive activities. We will also touch on other sex and gender issues in this world city. Be inspired by the rich and diverse history of Hong Kong’s LGBT community.

 

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We gained absolutely interesting insights into Hongkong: The City, its rich history, culture and the situation of the LGBTQ community! Our guide Benita was so knowledgeable and we enjoyed every minute of the tour!

Martin W

Martin W

Traveller

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I have never had a tour such unique and interesting about this lesser-seen yet more authentic side of Hong Kong. I have to say that the tour is very informative - about the history and current situation of LGBT people in Hong Kong, of their fight against their rights and their backstories! Very grateful to have joined this themed tour hearing hidden stories and visiting spots which would not be written in the tour book normally, eg. visiting a gay club in LKF with detailed tour guide explanation :p

Aditi

Aditi

Traveller

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Had a great time learning about queer culture and history in Hong Kong with Benita. She was a personable and knowledgeable guide -- introducing me to local slang, cultural norms, and other interesting anecdotes throughout the tour.

Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor

Traveller

Selected highlights

Some of the points of interest include:

Former Supreme Court

Former Supreme Court

Learn about the significant cases from the court and how they impact LGBT rights in the city.

Mandarin Oriental

Mandarin Oriental

Discuss about the life of some Hong Kong LGBT celebrities and introduce LGBT cinema in Hong Kong with the classic Hong Kong gay movie Happy Together.

Tai Kwun

Tai Kwun

Learn about the gay rights movement and history in Hong Kong, and related LGBT events (HK Gay Parade, Pink Dots, Gay Games).

Pak Tsz Lane Park

Pak Tsz Lane Park

Soak in the historic atmosphere at Pak Tsz Lane Park, and learn about LGBT history in ancient China and different potency-enhancing Chinese medicine.

Gay bar (add-on)

Gay bar (add-on)

Enjoy a drink at an iconic gay bar where you can talk with the manager and experience gay life in Hong Kong first hand.

For over a decade, Benita has partnered with Walk in Hong Kong to pioneer and lead the city’s first and award-winning LGBTQ+ walking tours, bringing to life the untold stories of Hong Kong’s queer history, activism, and culture. Her tours have been featured in international and local media, TripAdvisor, and widely embraced by schools, universities, corporates, and NGOs as an authentic educational experience.

Passionate about diversity and inclusion, Benita founded Encompass HK in 2018 to promote D&I for corporates and organizations, and previously served as the IDAHOT Director for Pink Alliance. Her expertise spans youth development, experiential learning, and community engagement. She has also served as a mentor for the RESOLVE Foundation, and is frequently invited as a speaker and facilitator for leadership development, staff retreats, and advocacy workshops. Benita is now a part-time lecturer at the Chinese University of Hong Kong on D&I.

Benita’s work has been highlighted in international media, including NHK World’s “Direct Talk” and China Daily, recognizing her tireless efforts in advancing inclusion. Through her tours, workshops, and advocacy, she continues to inspire reflection, dialogue, and understanding across communities.

Tour Information

  • We reserve the right to make changes to the information, prices and itineraries of the tours as set out in our website and all printed promotional materials. Provided that such changes have been made prior to the confirmation of a booking, such changes shall be binding on the participants.
  • Any information or advice provided by us on matters including but not limited to walking routes, climate, clothing, travel documents, baggage, special equipment, etc. is given in good faith but without responsibility on the part of us.
  • All information provided on our website is correct to the best of our knowledge, but we cannot assure that such information would be free from errors or omission and we shall assume no responsibilities for any such errors of omission.
  • Our website may contain hyperlinks to other websites owned and operated by third parties. We have no control over, or associate with, such sites and we assume no responsibilities for the contents of such sites. The inclusion of such sites on our website does not imply our endorsement of such sites.
  • We do not warrant that our website would be free from computer viruses and we accept no liabilities or responsibilities for any loss or damage that may arise as a result.

Bad Weather Policy

  • If Typhoon Signal No. 8 or above, or a Red/Black Rainstorm Warning is issued three hours before the tour starts, the tour will be canceled.
  • If Typhoon Signal No. 8 or a Red/Black Rainstorm Warning is issued during the tour, the tour will be canceled immediately.
  • If the tour needs to be canceled due to other adverse weather conditions, we will contact you by phone at least 2.5 hours before the tour. (If there is no response, we will follow up with an SMS or email.)
  • If the tour is canceled due to adverse weather on the day, we will work with you to reschedule a new date within six months from the original tour date.

Tour Reminder

  • Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes for the walk. Bring an umbrella, a bottle of water and some snacks just in case.
  • Each participant may bring their own 3.5mm plug headphone if they have one for the wireless transmitter/receiver system which will be used on the tour. The guide will provide them a new one otherwise, but for hygienic and environmental reasons participants are strongly suggested to bring their own earphones if possible.
  • There is a possibility that our organization may take photographs or videos during the guided tour, and these captured images or footage may be used for future promotion and publicity. If participants do not agree with this arrangement, please inform the tour guide or organizer during registration and on the day of the event.
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