5 p.m. Search for a speakeasy in a former prison complexThe handling of colonial-era buildings — which can be painful reminders of oppression — is fraught in Hong Kong.
One reimagined site is Tai Kwun , a 19th-century prison and police station in the city center, which was converted into a public arts compound in 2018.
Make a game of seeking out 001 , a speakeasy behind an unmarked black door, hidden in a maze of walkways (Tai Kwun employees will help you find it, if you ask).
Once you’re inside, reward yourself for the search with an Earl Grey martini (158 dollars).
Use Tai Kwun’s app for self-guided tours of the compound — some focus on architecture; others highlight the best spots for photos.
Persons:
Tai Kwun, Earl Grey
Organizations:
Kwun, Tai Kwun
Locations:
Hong Kong, Tai