Liang Yi Museum
Liang Yi Museum
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10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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Hong Kong's largest private museum of design, craftsmanship and heritage. Home to one of the world’s largest and best-curated collections of Chinese antique furniture. The diverse collections of the Museum also include vanities, historic silver and Japanese works of art. The Museum is singular among Hong Kong institutions in its continuing commitment to collecting and presenting its permanent collections to new audiences.
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Neighbourhood: Sheung Wan
Unlike most of Hong Kong’s other popular districts, Sheung Wan welcomes wanderers with an easy-going, relaxed atmosphere. Art galleries are plentiful and boutique cafés are tucked away in every side street in the sub district known as “PoHo.” Browse through the vintage clothing and handmade leather goods stores – it’s no surprise fashionistas flock to this area. History enthusiasts will be rewarded with sites of beautiful architecture, reflecting Sheung Wan’s past as one of the earliest settlements by British forces. As night falls, the entertainment scene reveals itself to be just as laid back with its private kitchens, speakeasies and underground bars dotted throughout the area. When in Sheung Wan, everyday feels like the weekend.
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- Sheung Wan • 4 min walk
- Sai Ying Pun • 9 min walk
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Chocolate D
Hong Kong, China54 contributions
Feb 2020
I have always joined the talks at Liangyi and it’s the first time that I actually visit the museum. Amazed by the large variety of collections they have and so happy to be able to actually touch the antiquities. Great tour guide as well!
Written 19 February 2020
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TheOExpress🏴🇭🇰
Hong Kong, China6 008 contributions
May 2019 • Solo
Visiting here may not be as easy as some other places (booking in advanced is necessary and it costs HK$200 per person) but it is well worth it for an hour long private tour. The current exhibition is about writing culture throughout Chinese and Japanese history and tobacco culture in Japan and in the early twentieth century West. Granted, these do not sound like the most fascinating subjects but the knowledge, approachability and enthusiasm of my guide made it a wonderful way to spend an hour. Even without that, the quality and variety of the artefacts is very impressive as is. Can’t wait for their next show in September, which I definitely plan to visit!
Written 21 May 2019
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Christoph S
Paris, France13 contributions
Jul 2019
We were enchanted by this museum and the guide of our private visit. You can actually touch the objects which is exceptional.
Written 24 August 2019
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going_there_now
Naples, FL86 contributions
Dec 2015 • Couples
Liang Yi is a private museum that features antique Chinese furniture. The layout of the museum is striking with black color beams lining off of the ceiling against white walls. I was expecting to see 300-400 pieces of furniture as noted in the free handy smartphone provided to me by the hotel, but apparently the owner changes the display twice a year. The furniture collection on display is impressive, but you need a good tour guide to be able to converse about the pieces. This museum has no description anywhere because you are personally guided through the museum (HK200/person) so hopefully you get someone who is knowledgeable about the collection. However, not sure if guide can say much other than the type of wood used to make the piece. It would have been nice if they knew who might have owned it, how it was recovered or restored, etc. I thought the guide that was provided to us was average, but I must admit her lack of thoroughness piqued my interest to finally browse through that thick Chinese furniture book I was using to decorate one of the end tables back home.
The second flloor of the museum has a collection of antique vanity cases which some are quite exquisite looking, especially the ones encrusted in diamonds and jade. The guide was explaining why having this collection with the furniture collection together in the museum has still left me baffled. I can not explain what the reason is other than owner loved to collect beautiful things.
The museum is an uphill walk from Sheung Wan station. It is surrounded appropriately by antique stores on Hollywood Road. The museum requires ID photo and records ID number. I don't understand why, but maybe it is a private museum? I am not so sure it is worth going to this museum (remember the HK200 admission fee) unless you have nothing else to do in Hong Kong, or you have a real interest in beautifully made Chinese furniture in rare wood. And, you like to have your own private tour guide.
The second flloor of the museum has a collection of antique vanity cases which some are quite exquisite looking, especially the ones encrusted in diamonds and jade. The guide was explaining why having this collection with the furniture collection together in the museum has still left me baffled. I can not explain what the reason is other than owner loved to collect beautiful things.
The museum is an uphill walk from Sheung Wan station. It is surrounded appropriately by antique stores on Hollywood Road. The museum requires ID photo and records ID number. I don't understand why, but maybe it is a private museum? I am not so sure it is worth going to this museum (remember the HK200 admission fee) unless you have nothing else to do in Hong Kong, or you have a real interest in beautifully made Chinese furniture in rare wood. And, you like to have your own private tour guide.
Written 7 December 2015
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JulioRB
Santa Fe, NM93 contributions
Mar 2019 • Couples
This privately own museum is lovely to visit. When we visited it had smoking pipes from Japan and China as well as other objects from these two cultures. A reservation is required and a small entrance fee which includes a guide for only six people at a time. It is totally unexpected and very well displayed.
Written 5 April 2019
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FelixtheCat456
New York21 contributions
Feb 2017 • Solo
Stumbled upon this private museum while walking on Hollywood Road and saw their outside poster on the current exhibit - furniture, sliver, etc. I stood at the door and was buzzed in. Although viewings are by appointment only, i was able to join a tour starting in 15 minutes. The 3 of us spent an hour or so with Stephanie ( our tour guide ) seeing an amazing collection of Chinese furniture, silver from around the world and compacts and other items from high-end makers such as Tiffany & Van Clef & Arpel. What a treat! It was a little pricey -- don't recall the exact cost (several hundred HK dollars) but I was on vacation. There are 3 floors of exhibit space and it is all beautifully lit and laid out.
Written 18 March 2017
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Adaku I
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Oct 2016 • Solo
My favorite part about the Liang Yi Museum was the fact that I could interact with most of the exhibits... sit in the chairs, open drawers, touch the rich textures of the wood carvings and precious stone inlays. And I didn't know this going in!
I've never been on a personalized docent tour of anything before. Lauren was very knowledgeable and personable. I think having the small staff that works diligently to set up the exhibits keeps them close to the artwork and adds a personal touch. Lauren was able to answer pretty much all of my questions... even the random and obscure. I didn't feel rushed or pressured to "move along" but really got to soak everything in.
My favorite (though a bit daunting) part was to identify my favorite piece and have my picture taken with it for the social media site. It was so difficult to choose! Everything was so beautiful.
It is a beautiful set-up in a great location not far from the heart of Soho district. Since exhibits rotate out, I will make sure to return on my next visit to Hong Kong!
I've never been on a personalized docent tour of anything before. Lauren was very knowledgeable and personable. I think having the small staff that works diligently to set up the exhibits keeps them close to the artwork and adds a personal touch. Lauren was able to answer pretty much all of my questions... even the random and obscure. I didn't feel rushed or pressured to "move along" but really got to soak everything in.
My favorite (though a bit daunting) part was to identify my favorite piece and have my picture taken with it for the social media site. It was so difficult to choose! Everything was so beautiful.
It is a beautiful set-up in a great location not far from the heart of Soho district. Since exhibits rotate out, I will make sure to return on my next visit to Hong Kong!
Written 6 December 2016
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PhilKennedy
Sutton, UK102 contributions
May 2016 • Solo
The main luxury is being shown around a collection by its curator. I don't think I've ever had that before. Don't be put off by any experiences of ill-informed guides with half-learnt scripts and the appointment system here doesn't seem to be a way of excluding people. It's easy to do and you'll be shown around by someone who can explain the motifs, the materials and how different items are related; and help you work out why you like a particular object. It's a model museum: an immaculate building with every item comprehensively labelled - in English - and perfectly lit.
The current exhibition of modern silver works has great representation by female silversmiths - it seemed like more than half - and made me think how many exhibitions I'd been to where no women had been named. Items that stuck in my mind were a candelabra that reminded me of Flash Gordon's spaceship and a silver vase shaped as if it were moulded from clay.
The current exhibition of modern silver works has great representation by female silversmiths - it seemed like more than half - and made me think how many exhibitions I'd been to where no women had been named. Items that stuck in my mind were a candelabra that reminded me of Flash Gordon's spaceship and a silver vase shaped as if it were moulded from clay.
Written 4 May 2016
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Evmare
New York City, NY109 contributions
Jan 2016 • Couples
The Liang Yi Museum was a must see on our recent trip to Hong Kong, having read about it in a chic little guidebook and becoming intrigued with the idea of this personal collection in a city that usually thrives on being big. The unassuming and elegant door gives way to a beautifully installed and intimate gallery on two interconnected levels. You must book a tour and entry in advance (something we are never fond of doing) but to our delight the English language guidance was given by Benjamin Chiesa, the museum's curator! Rarely have we been able to dive so deep into relics in which we expressed interest and Benjamin was adept at bringing to light details and expressions in pieces that we would have looked over or been unaware of without his expert guidance. A dizzying amount of information, but as we happened to be alone with Benjamin during the tour we were able to question and queer to our heart's content. Benjamin was patient, on topic and clearly on top of his game with this collection.
The collection itself is beautifully arranged, uniformly presented and surprising in it's detail: no information panels require guide usage, but to great success.
Make this one a must-see in HK. And BOOK IN ADVANCE.
The collection itself is beautifully arranged, uniformly presented and surprising in it's detail: no information panels require guide usage, but to great success.
Make this one a must-see in HK. And BOOK IN ADVANCE.
Written 9 January 2016
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Cathy L
2 contributions
Nov 2019
We were so glad we made the effort to get to this museum. The exhibition and objects were exquisite and so well presented, and the guide was wonderful, with thorough knowledge of the history and artistic techniques. Highly recommended.
Written 14 November 2019
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Liang Yi Museum
Hong Kong, China
Hello, the easiest way to book is by email. The reception will get back to you within 24 working hours (the museum is closed on Sundays, Mondays and public holidays - including the upcoming Chinese New Year holidays on the 5th, 6th and 7th February).
You can find the email through the website: apologies but TripAdvisor will not let us post the email address.
Written 1 February 2019
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