In a dynamic global city, Hong Kong’s Western-style education and atmosphere of freedom fostered the radical ideas of a young Dr. Sun Yat-sen. As the prime mover of the 1911 Revolution, Sun’s ties to the city’s Central and Western Districts are profound. This immersive journey connects his personal biography with the dramatic events that changed a nation forever, revealing how Hong Kong served as the essential staging ground for the Xinhai Revolution and an indispensable part of the city's establishment on the world stage.
By joining this tour, you will trace an inspiring journey through the historic streets of the Central and Western Districts, witnessing the city's transformation into a crucial revolutionary sanctuary. Participants will encounter the schools, residences, and clandestine meeting places that served as the secret base for the uprisings, uncovering how this urban landscape nurtured Sun’s political awakening and network of supporters. The experience is further anchored by a dedicated stop at the Dr. Sun Yat-sen Museum, where rare artifacts, photographs, and curated exhibits illuminate the visionary ideas and enduring legacy of the "Father of Modern China.”
Docent
Thomas Wong is a banking veteran with over 40 years of experience, having held senior roles across Hong Kong and other Asia countries. Upon his retirement, he dedicated his passion in Hong Kong history and culture to work as a docent and cultural guide. Thomas holds the HKU SPACE Tour Guide Training Certificate and is a licensed tour guide with the Travel Industry Authority (TIA). He has been a volunteer with the Hong Kong Tourism Board’s HKPALs programme and an environmental guide for The Conservancy Association for more than ten years. In recent years, he has also been actively involved as docent for the Hong Kong Palace Museum and Walk in Hong Kong’s projects.
PROGRAMME
Speaker / Docent: Mr. Thomas Wong
Date: Saturday, 18 April 2026
Time: 10:15 am – 12:15 pm
Meeting place: Dr Sun Yat-sen Museum, 7 Castle Road, Mid-Levels, Central, Hong Kong
Itinerary:
Dr Sun Yat-sen Museum
Hong Kong News-Expo
PMQ
44 Gough Street (Original site of The Government Central School)
Shin Hing Street
75 Hollywood Road (Original Site of the Daoji Mission House)
77-81 Hollywood Road (Original Site of the Alice Memorial Hospital and Hong Kong College of Medicine)
Pak Tsz Lane Park
Admission: $350 for members, $400 for guests / non-members
Registration: Please email <membership@royalasiaticsociety.org.hk> and provide your membership number, if applicable, at the time of registration. Please kindly complete your registration by advance payment via Stripe's payment links below (using your Credit Card):
Members ($350):
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Non-member / Guest ($400):
https://buy.stripe.com/3cIdRaf3Saow9X56NX5EY34
Details about the other payment option will be sent on registration. Upon receipt of payment, your registration will be confirmed by email. Registration will be closed at 12 noon on 17 April 2026. No walk-in guests allowed.
This tour is operated by Walk In Hong Kong, a licensed cultural enterprise with a strong social mission.
Participants are reminded of the tour details as follows:
• What to wear/bring: Comfortable clothing and shoes for the walk. Bring an umbrella, a bottle of water and some snacks just in case.
• Bad Weather Policy: The walk will be cancelled if the Red/ Black Rainstorm warning or Typhoon no. 8 signal or above is hoisted 3 hours before the walk. Cancellation will be decided no later than 2.5 hours before the tour. You will be fully refunded in this case.
• Wireless receivers: It will be used to conduct the tour. Please feel free to bring your own earphone with 3.5mm jack. The guide will provide spare earphones.