Hong Kong Travel Guide

Overview

Region: Asia

Country: China

City: Hong Kong

Must-See Attractions

1.       Po Lin Monastery & Big Buddha (Lantau)

o        Buddhist monastery and temple complex, built in 1924.

o        Famous as a house for the Tian Tan Buddha statue.

2.       Peak Tram (Hong Kong)

o        Historic funicular railway scaling to Victoria Peak.

o        Views over the city are simply breathtaking.

3.       Victoria Peak (Hong Kong)

o        Highest point on Hong Kong Island at 552m.

o        Panoramic city and harbor views make it very popular.

4.       Man Mo Temple (Hong Kong)

o        One of the oldest temples in Hong Kong.

5. Temple Street Night Market, Kowloon

o Colorful night market of versatile stuff and street food.

o Busy atmosphere with neon lights

Best Picks from Travel Experts

1. Yat Lok, Hong Kong

o Famous for its roast goose, praised by Anthony Bourdain.

2. Tsim Sha Tsui East Promenade, Kowloon

o Views from here are fabulous as it faces Hong Kong Island skyline.

3. Quinary, Hong Kong

o List of top 50 bar, famous for creative cocktails.

Planning Tools

• gu transporting—efficient subway and train system; above-ground exploration is rewarding, too.

• Free Things to Do—You'll save out-round money with the best free things to do in Hong Kong.

Going Beyond

• New Territories

• Outlying Islands

• Lantau

Visit Hong Kong for this eclectic mix of urban energy and cultural heritage.