iM Guide for Android

Service overview

iM Guide is a mobile multimedia touring service developed by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department (HKSARG). It delivers rich background and interpretive content for museum visitors through a combination of written commentary, spoken narration, moving images and other media elements to deepen appreciation of exhibits.

Core capabilities

• Outdoor GPS positioning to help visitors navigate between venues and outdoor points of interest
• Multimedia content delivery including video, narrated audio and descriptive text
• Indoor wayfinding methods so users can find specific displays and building facilities
• Practical location markers for amenities such as baby-care rooms and restrooms

Where it is currently offered

• Dr Sun Yat-sen Historical Trail
• Hong Kong Railway Museum
• Hong Kong Museum of Coastal Defence
• Dr Sun Yat-sen Museum
• Hong Kong Space Museum
• Hong Kong Science Museum

Expansion plans

The platform is scheduled to be rolled out to additional museums and heritage sites managed by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department, extending the digital guide coverage across more public venues over time.

Suggested alternative

If you are looking for another option, consider SHVR — a free solution that may meet similar needs for multimedia guide functionality.