Tourism in Hong Kong

Explore notable sights and destinations in this country

Asia / Eastern Asia

Tourist attractions

Victoria Peak

Region: Hong Kong Island

Nature and urban landscape

Hong Kong's premier viewpoint overlooking million-dollar night view

Star Ferry

Region: Central to Tsim Sha Tsui

Transportation and scenery

Retro ferry crossing Victoria Harbour in under 10 minutes

Sky100

Region: 100th floor, International Commerce Centre, West Kowloon

Modern architecture

Observation deck at 393 m height. Enjoy 360-degree panorama

Hong Kong Disneyland

Region: Lantau Island

Theme park

Second Disney resort to open in Asia

Ocean Park Hong Kong

Region: Southern District, Hong Kong Island

Theme park and aquarium

Complex facility housing giant pandas with marine life and thrill rides

Ladies' Market (Tung Choi Street)

Region: Mong Kok, Kowloon

Market

Famous night market with clothing and sundry stalls

Sai Kung Tai Long Wan Sharp Peak

Region: Sai Kung, New Territories

Nature

Remote beach and rock formations popular with surfers and hikers

Tian Tan Buddha

Region: Ngong Ping, Lantau Island

Religious and cultural

World's largest outdoor bronze seated Buddha statue

Tai Kwun (Former Central Police Station)

Region: Central

Historic building

Cultural complex renovating colonial-era police headquarters

Hong Kong Museum of History

Region: Tsim Sha Tsui East, Kowloon

Museum

Introduces Hong Kong history from prehistory to present through experiential exhibits

Suggested itineraries

Classic Weekend 2-Night 3-Day Course

Duration (days): 3

Highlights: Victoria Peak night view, Ladies' Market shopping, Dim sum experience, Star Ferry, PMQ art tour

Beginner-friendly covering gourmet and night views centered on urban areas. Arrival day in Tsim Sha Tsui, day 2 Hong Kong Island tour, final day concludes with shopping.

Nature & Island Immersion 5 Days

Duration (days): 5

Highlights: Lantau Island Buddha, Cheung Chau Island seafood, Sai Kung hiking, Tung Chung Outlets, Tin Hau Temple tour

Relaxed plan experiencing nature beyond urban tourism at islands and suburbs. Can incorporate dragon boat or sea kayak experiences.

Travel tips

  • Octopus Card usable on MTR, buses, convenience stores; essential
  • Taxis primarily cash payment. High-denomination bills disliked
  • Summer has high humidity and strong air conditioning; bring outer layer
  • Stores may close during Lunar New Year or National Day holidays
  • Money exchange better rates at street exchangers than airport
  • Wi-Fi easily accessible at cafes and MTR stations for free connection
  • Outlets use British-style 3-pin plugs. Don't forget conversion adapter
  • Check receipt to confirm if service charge included at meals
  • Rainy season brings sudden squalls; folding umbrella essential
  • Haggling at night markets part of the fun
  • Littering food waste in public spaces subject to fines

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