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The Hong Kong Guidebook 50th Anniversary Final Edition is the most widely praised street map book published in Hong Kong for nearly half a century. First published in 1977 and officially discontinued in 2026, it represents a collective memory for generations of Hong Kong people. Now available at Chi Shing Stationery Store while stocks last.

Hong Kong Guidebook — 50th Anniversary Final Edition

Half a Century of Memories, One Last Edition — Miss It and It Is Gone Forever

What Is It and Why Does It Matter?

The Hong Kong Guidebook was first published by Universal Publications, Ltd in 1977. For a full 50 years, it guided countless Hong Kong people through every street and alley across the city.

In 2026, the publisher made an official announcement: this is the final edition.

The cover bears the words "1977–2026 · 50th Anniversary · Final Ed." — a witness to history and the last opportunity to own a piece of it.

My Experience

I used to work in delivery, heading out every day to find my way around the city. I always kept a copy of the Hong Kong Guidebook in my bag.

Back then, there was no Google Maps. Finding your way felt like playing an RPG — flip open the map, match up the street names, plan your route, and feel a real sense of achievement when you arrived at your destination.

Every professional driver kept a big copy on their dashboard. No matter where they needed to go — busy streets, quiet back lanes, or hard-to-find hilltop roads — they could always find the answer in this book.

Every year I would look out for the new edition, because Hong Kong changes so fast. New shopping malls, new roads, new routes — the map had to keep up.

"Buying a new edition of the guidebook felt like upgrading my gear. I always felt more confident heading out."
— Me, long-time customer and staff member at Chi Shing Stationery Store

Five Key Features of the Final Edition

• Complete Street Index — Full coverage of Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, and the New Territories, down to every lane and alleyway
• Transport Route Guide — Bus, MTR, and ferry routes clearly marked throughout
• Hong Kong Attractions — Essential for visitors, with locations of sightseeing spots, hotels, and shopping centres
• 50-Year Edition Retrospective — Cover thumbnails of past editions tracing half a century of change in Hong Kong
• Limited Final Edition Cover — Exclusive "Final Ed." marking, making this a highly collectible piece

Who Needs This Book?

What Our Customers Say

"I have been driving a taxi for decades. This guidebook took me to every corner of Hong Kong. When the final edition came out, I knew I had to get a copy to remember it by."
— Driver Chan, taxi driver

"I picked one up when I visited Hong Kong. It was more useful than any travel guide I had ever bought. Bus numbers, stop names, everything was right there."
— Kenji, visitor from Japan

Available at Chi Shing Stationery Store

In stock now — extremely limited quantities remaining

• Buy in store and take it home the same day
• Perfect as a personal keepsake or a gift for someone special
• Pair it with a clear book cover to protect this collector's edition

A note from us: the last launch caused a rush of buyers and stock ran out quickly. We strongly recommend getting your copy early before it is too late.

Conclusion

The Hong Kong Guidebook is far more than a street map. It is a lifelong companion that has been with Hong Kong people for half a century.

Delivery workers, taxi drivers, tourists, students — at some point, nearly everyone in Hong Kong has held this book in their hands when they needed to find their way.

Now that the final edition has arrived, buying a copy is not just about owning a book. It is about preserving a piece of Hong Kong history — for yourself and for the generations to come.

Once it is gone, it is gone for good.

Visit Chi Shing Stationery Store today to get your copy, or speak to one of our staff to check availability.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How is the Final Edition different from previous editions?

The Final Edition features an exclusive limited commemorative cover marked "1977–2026 · Final Ed." and includes a retrospective of cover designs from past editions. The content reflects the latest Hong Kong street information. Once this edition sells out, no further editions will be published — making it both a practical reference and a collectible of lasting value.

Q2: Now that Google Maps exists, is a printed street guidebook still useful?

Absolutely. A printed map requires no internet connection and no battery. It works perfectly in areas with poor signal, underground, or anywhere you cannot rely on your phone. More importantly, this Final Edition has grown beyond being just a practical tool. It is a physical record of Hong Kong's collective memory — a book worth keeping for a lifetime.