Best Things To Do in Hong Kong, Hong Kong

  1. Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery

    Religious Site, Temple, Monastery

    A steep climb to reach, but efforts are rewarded with over 12,000 Buddhas both outside and inside the temple. It is not an actual monastery as there are no resident monks and is managed by laypersons. It was built by Yuet Kai, a devout Buddhist layman, built it. There is a pagoda, a hall, two pavilions and a tower in the architectural structure at the lower level. There are four halls in a...Read more
  2. Stanley

    Walking Area, Flea Market, Street Market

    A famous market, a charming waterfront, some excellent beaches, lively bars, and yummy restaurants work together to draw tourists like an overpowered magnet to this peninsula town. Stanley Market, in particular, is unmissable, a must-go place for tourists, for the sheer Oriental exotica experience. The shops number in the hundreds, and cover nearly every possible category – cheap silk, lo...Read more
  3. Happy Valley Racecourse

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    Happy Valley Racecourse
    The Happy Valley Racecourse is a resurrection of the British era racing grounds that had burned down in 1918. Today, it comes alive during the horse racing seasons, is one of the two racecourses in Hong Kong. Let's get some basic things straight. Racing occurs predominantly on Wednesday nights and some weekends and public holidays, but the Racing Museum is a neat place to visit too. Placing bet...Read more
  4. Mong Kok

    Walking Area, Nightlife

    Mong Kok is notorious. Even since the times of the British Empire, it’s been infamous for being the “heartland of various triad gangs”, yet it remains the city’s favorite hangout, especially adults and teens who are drawn in day after day by the sheer vibrancy of the area. Have a walk through the Lady’s Market (a.k.a Women’s street), Sports Shoe Street, or th...Read more
  5. Temple Street Night Market

    Market, Street Market, Streets

    Temple street night market is the place for you if you love antiques. It is one of the busiest and liveliest places in Hong Kong located in the areas of Jordan and Yau Ma Tei in Kowloon. As you walk down the street, you will come across hawkers sitting on the street and selling everything, from bizarre products to antique pieces and home decor items as well. Most of the products that are sold h...Read more
  6. Hutong Restaurant

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    Hutong Restaurant

    Restaurant

    The word "hutong" is the Mandarin term for the narrow alleyways that divide traditional houses in Beijing's old city. It is a popular place to take out-of-town-guests and first dates with its seductive decor evocative of a traditional Beijing house and the quintessential element in a top Hong Kong restaurant. The restaurant is completely Chinese and as such, the service is impeccable. The debon...Read more
  7. Kowloon Park

    Garden, Park, Swimming Pool

    Kowloon park is one of the largest parks in Hong Kong. The tranquil beauty of the garden is a welcome change from the chaos of the city. This garden used to have an army fortress which was handed over by the military in 1970 for public use. When you step into the garden, the scenic beauty of the place will make you fall in love with it. Especially the features like the two-tier lotus pond with ...Read more
  8. Nathan Road

    Waterfront, Shopping Center, Neighborhoods , Streets

    Nathan Road is the oldest road in Kowloon, starts just below Boundary Street in Mongkok and continues all the way to Tsim Sha Tsui's waterfront. Residents thought it was a foolish idea that would create traffic concerns and other problems. Today, it's one of the busiest and most popular commercial roads in Hong Kong and is a favorite place for visitors and locals to hang out and explore. Most v...Read more
  9. Dragon's Back Hiking Trail

    Hiking Trail, Hill

    If hiking is a hobby, you cannot afford to miss the chance of hiking on Dragon’s Back. A perfect escape from the bustling city life, Dragon Back offers a perfect peaceful countryside to the visitors. Less than an hour’s journey from the center of the city will take you to this beautiful trail. The best part is you can reach the place via tram; the much-loved mode of transportation o...Read more
  10. Lamma Island

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    Lamma Island

    Beach, Island, Walking Area, Pier

    With no cars, fewer people, old-fashioned buildings, excellent walks and pretty decent beaches, Lamma Island offers a welcome respite from Hong Kong’s bustle. The island is well known for its seafood restaurant, which is popular with locals, visitors and corporate guests of some of Hong Kong’s leading business. Reaching the place would not be difficult. In just a 20 minutes ferry ri...Read more
  11. Cheung Chau Island

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    Cheung Chau Island

    Island

    This curious, dumbbell-shaped island was originally a fishing haven, ever since the Ming Dynasty. The influx of merchants catering to the fishermen slowly turned it into a commercial hub. In the evening, the port is awash with the soft light of the setting sun. Wherever you look, day or night, it’s beautiful. Perhaps that’s why some figured it was a really good spot for suicide. A s...Read more
  12. Madame Tussauds Hong Kong

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    Madame Tussauds Hong Kong

    Specialty Museum

    It is one of the most popular wax museums in Asia, housing celebrity inspired life-size wax figures. At present, Madame Tussauds Hong Kong museum houses eleven themed areas and 100 figures. Some of them are historical and national heroes, Royal family, Hong Kong glamour personalities, TV actors, Kung Fu personalities, music icons, sports champions and characters from the fantasy world too. You ...Read more
  13. Sky 100

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    Sky 100

    Observation Deck

    There’s something godlike about having a 360-degree view of the world, and that’s exactly what the Sky100 observation deck offers, from on the top of the International Commerce Centre, one of Hong Kong’s tallest buildings. It’s actually a higher spot than Victoria Peak. A high-speed elevator transports people to the top floor in just 60 seconds – an ear-popping exp...Read more
  14. Sai Kung

    Bar, Food And Drinks, Restaurant, Street Food

    For seafood lovers, Sai Kung is the best place to sample some of the best seafood catches at Hong Kong. A small fishing village, Sai Kung is a perfect getaway to take rest after a day of hiking the hills. Bordered with picturesque sea beaches, boats and hiking trails, this village has become quite popular among tourists who wish to visit the ‘Seafood Street’ of Hong Kong. For refres...Read more
  15. Tsim Sha Tsui

    Restaurant, Entertainment, Mall, Shopping Center

    If you are wondering where Hong Kong’s heart lies, Tsim Sha Tsui is the answer. Filled with stores, corporate buildings, shopping malls, and restaurants, this region has turned into a commerce and shopping hub for the city. Take a tour of this region to get to see a glimpse of Hong Kong’s daily humdrum. Life here does not slow down. Hence, even if you reach Tsim Sha Tsui at 11 in th...Read more
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  • Does the Sung Dynasty Village still exist in Hong Kong. Found no info about it on google. Visited there in 1985 & 1986 and enjoyed it very much.

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    • Unfortunately, Sung Dynasty Village has been closed down in the late 1990s. 

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  • is it safe to go Hong Kong this weekend

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    • Hong Kong government has declared that the city is welcoming tourists from all around the world and is safe for everyone. But, keep in mind that Christmas holiday protests and demonstrations are also planned. So, check the areas where it will be held and explore Hong Kong safely. 

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    • Hong Kong government has declared that the city is welcoming tourists from all around the world and is safe for everyone. But, keep in mind that Christmas holiday protests and demonstrations are also planned. So, check the areas where it will be held and explore Hong Kong safely. 

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    • Hong Kong government has declared that the city is welcoming tourists from all around the world and is safe for everyone. But, keep in mind that Christmas holiday protests and demonstrations are also planned. So, check the areas where it will be held and explore Hong Kong safely. 

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  • Do you need a visa to visit Hong Kong if you're a US citizen?

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    • A U.S. citizen can visit Hong Kong without a visa if he/she is visiting it for less than 3 months or 90 days.  

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