Malls have long occupied an important social space in Hong Kong, a city famed for its bustling streets, cramped apartment living and love of retail therapy. They’re what sociologist Ray Oldenburg dubbed ‘third places,’ communal spaces to hang out and feel connected that aren’t your home or place of work.

So, it’s not surprising that Hong Kong’s newest one – K11 Musea – has been generating buzz since before its soft opening in August 2019. The glitzy, 1.2-million-square-foot space intentionally blurs the lines between shopping mall, art gallery and cultural hot spot, with creative exhibits scattered throughout, conceptual cafes and even a nature park eight-storeys in the air.

It’s part of the new multi-use Victoria Dockside development (including the Rosewood Hong Kong hotel) which, alongside the renovated Hong Kong Museum of Art, anchors the revamped Tsim Sha Tsui harbourfront.

There’s such an array of experiences available within K11 Musea alone that it can feel daunting to navigate, especially for a first-time visitor. Read on for highlights that will help you get the most out of a visit.