The Hong Kong Institute of Planners
International Planning Conference 2025
香港規劃師學會國際規劃論壇 2025

Join us for an enriching tour of the West Kowloon Cultural District (WestK) on May 9! As one of the largest and most ambitious cultural hubs in the world and Hong Kong’s new cultural tourism landmark, WestK is spanning 40 hectares alongside Victoria Harbour. WestK comprises a mix of landmark arts and cultural facilities, including world-class museums M+ and the Hong Kong Palace Museum, intricately designed performing arts venues the Xiqu Centre and Freespace, the 11-hectare Art Park with a waterfront promenade, and the upcoming WestK Performing Arts Centre.

Led by representatives from the West Kowloon Cultural District Authority, the tour will begin with a sharing of the design concept and vision behind WestK, as well as its latest developments. Following the introduction, participants will then have the choice to join the guided tour at M+ or the Hong Kong Palace Museum. Participants can learn more about the exhibitions, collections, and architectural features in each of the respective museums through the experiences.

Price: $550 (Early-bird)/ $650 per person

Step into the heart of Hong Kong's Central Business District and discover the city's most iconic new landmark, The Henderson. This breathtaking architectural masterpiece, designed by the world-renowned Zaha Hadid Architects, redefines urban living by harmoniously blending nature and built environment. Led by Henderson Land’s Project Management and Leasing Teams, participants will enjoy privileged access to The Henderson’s stunning amenities, including the rooftop ballroom, and marvel at the building's sleek design inspired by the symbol of Hong Kong, the bauhinia flower.

Next, join us for a visit to the nearby City Gallery, a unique exhibition venue showcasing Hong Kong's major planning proposals, infrastructure projects, and the city’s future development outlook. Guests will enjoy a guided tour on two new exhibitions, entitled “Building Hong Kong for Tomorrow” and “Green Liveable City”. Register now to learn more about Hong Kong's city planning initiatives.

Price: $350 (Early-bird)/ $450 per person

Embark on a leisurely journey to explore GO PARK Sai Sha, a transformative sports, entertainment, commercial mega complex with performance venue spanning 1.3-million-square-feet developed by Sun Hung Kai Properties (SHKP). GO PARK blends in with surrounding environment into a futuristic and inclusive community hub for people of all ages. Designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, its fluid geometric forms harmonize with Sai Sha’s natural landscapes, creating a space where mountain vistas meet avant-garde architecture. This landmark redefines urban living whilst offering world-class facilities for various emerging sports.

Led by SHKP’s Planning and Project Management Teams, the tour will give participants behind-the-scenes look at the GO PARK’s 30-year journey—from overcoming challenges to integrating sustainability and community needs into the final Master Plan. Participants may visit GO PARK Sports Academy, featuring over 10 sports disciplines, and may experience newly emerging sports along with the integrated complex set against Sai Kung’s pristine coastline.

Price: $350 (Early-bird)/ $450 per person

Join HKIP for an exclusive 2-day professional tour on May 10 -11 in Zhuhai. This tour offers unparalleled insights into the dynamic developments of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) and technological advancements in low-altitude operations/urban air mobility. According to the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC), the size of China's low-altitude economy was estimated at around 70 billion USD in year 2023, with projections rising to 275 billion USD by 2030.

The first day will kick off with a VIP tour at the Zhuhai Planning Exhibition Hall, where you will discover the latest urban planning initiatives transforming Zhuhai. In the afternoon, participate in a thought-provoking conference covering topics such as GBA regional planning, heritage conservation and the burgeoning low-altitude economy, follow by two insightful panel discussions on International Bay Area Regional Planning and Development and Smart City/Resilient City. These sessions will foster meaningful dialogues between global and national planning experts, providing participants with diverse perspectives and innovative ideas.

On the second day, join our visit to the Institute of Urban Planning & Design to discover the cutting-edge applications of low-altitude operations in planning and city governance. You will continue your journey at Modulo Space, to experience the impactful applications of large data models across various sectors. You will also enjoy a behind-the-scenes operations of China’s first sightseeing eVTOL flight routes around the Islands, complemented by a live demonstration of eVTOL flight. Finally, delve into the nation’s first research and development base for unmanned ships, exploring innovative planning and practical applications of unmanned ship. This tour is designed to empower our participants to reimagine the future of planning.

Price: $1,200 (Early Bird)/ $1,500 per person

The tour includes all exclusive guided tours, the conference fee, a one-way transportation from Hong Kong to Zhuhai, local transportations, 1 night accommodation at a 4-star hotel with breakfast included and all the meals during the trip. You will meet the host at the lobby of the Langham Hotel at 8:00am on May 10 and dismiss in Zhuhai at around 1:30pm. After dismissal, transportation to Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge Zhuhai Port or Jiuzhou Port are available upon request.

10/05/2025

11/05/2025