Free Guided Tour Service

The Government has revitalised Yau Ma Tei Theatre (Grade 2 historic building) and Red Brick Building (Grade 1 historic building) as a performance venue designated for Chinese opera, in particular Cantonese opera and related activities. The external appearances, as well as some of the structural elements and architectural features of the original buildings are carefully retained, allowing the public to reminisce about the stories of these historic buildings while enjoying performances in the theatre. A guided tour is offered to lead you through exterior area of the two historic buildings for a better understanding of their history, architectural features and the interesting findings behind the revitalisation project by the participants of the Yau Ma Tei Theatre Docent Scheme.

Date / Time

25 October, 2025 (Sat) 10:30am
25 October, 2025 (Sat) 12:00noon

Application Guidance

1. Application Method
   Call 2264 8561 during office hours (9am - 1pm and 2pm - 5:45pm) or
   Complete and send the application form to ymtt@lcsd.gov.hk at least 3 working days before the tour date
2. If the number of applicants exceed the maximum capacity of each tour, applicants will be added to the waiting list. Allocation will be arranged according to the registration order.
3. The successful applicant will receive a phone confirmation from staff of the Yau Ma Tei Theatre 3 working days in advance.
4. For participants who are unable to attend the guided tour, please contact Yau Ma Tei Theatre Administration Office at 2264 8561 at the earliest.

Guidance Note for Participants

1. The guided tour is approximately 45 minutes, and it will be conducted in Cantonese.
2. Suitable for aged 12 or above. Children under the age of 12 are required to be accompanied by an adult.
3. The guided tour will take place entirely outdoors and in stairwells. Participants are advised to wear comfortable, lightweight clothing and shoes, avoid bringing bulk items. Please bring along umbrellas or raincoats if needed.
4. Participants will be provided with a wireless tour guide receiver and participants shall bring along their own 3.5mm plug wired headphones to connect to the receiver.
5. Please arrive at the registration counter (G/f, Red Brick Building, 8 Waterloo Road, Kowloon) 10 minutes before the scheduled time.
6. The guided tour will begin on time; any reserved spot will be released to participants on the on-site waiting list.
7. To protect personal privacy, taking photographs, recording videos, or audio of others during the guided tour are prohibited.
8. Please follow the instruction from the staff of Yau Ma Tei Theatre and do not enter the restricted area to ensure personal safety.
9. Participants are not allowed to use the guided tours for other profit-making or non-profit-making purposes, such as commercial photography, videography or organizing tours. If discovered, staff from YMTT have the rights to refuse their further participation in the activity.
10. Yau Ma Tei Theatre reserves the right to change and cancel the activities without prior notice.
11. The contents of the guided tour do not represent the views of the Leisure and Cultural Services Department.
12. For enquiry, please contact Yau Ma Tei Theatre Administration Office at 2264 8561.

Adverse Weather Arrangement

Adverse Weather Warnings and Signals	Issued or in force within 3 hours before the guided tour commences	Issue during the guided tour
Typhoon Signal No.3 or above Red or Black Rainstorm Warning Signal Extreme Weather Condition	Cancelled	Cancelled
Amber Rainstorm Warning Signal	Based on the actual situation, YMTT will make the decision and notify participants 2 hours before the scheduled start time.	Based on the actual situation, YMTT will make the decision