From glow-up streetscapes to climbing mountain trails, Hong Kong, Asia’s World City enriches you with thrilling experiences and amazing opportunities. Whether you are looking for feisty street art, exemplary street food, trendy new restaurants, architecture, or islands, this tightly-packed city boasts it all. Start from former temples to the scintillating skyscrapers, and afterward explore the buzzing city markets right before escaping the town to seaside villages, and be prepared to be taken aback by the sensational vistas right from Victoria Peak. But the only question that arises is where to start your trip. And to save you from that drill, we have curated the 10 must-do experiences In Hong Kong that you definitely don’t want to skip. So, let’s take you on an exhilarating tour of the wildest attractions of Hong Kong!
Get to one of the best places to visit in Hong Kong, Peak Galleria by hiking up the Morning Trail where you can have refreshments along with drop-dead gorgeous views throughout Victoria Harbor on both sides. Or you can head to Peak Tram, offering a panoramic sprint up right to the top with remarkable views while on the way. For some more splendid views, catch a sunset when the sky breaks out into a resplendent red before transitioning back to life with infinite lights below.
The restaurants of Hong Kong serve diverse flavors from all across the West and Asia. Make sure to try out their bamboo steamers which are heaped high with dim sum, at top-rated all-day places such as Luk Yu Teahouse. Or devour the local favorites such as rice and barbecue pork (char siu fan) as well as pineapple buns along with butter at a Hong-Kong style café such as Sun Kwai Heung and Kam Wah Café.
Drop at Tai Kwun, located in Central a cultural hub transformed from a police station, to spend several hours looking through shops, restaurants, and exhibitions. Strolling through the first-class collections at the Hong Kong Museum of Art as well as the Cantonese Opera located at Xiqu Center West Kowloon Cultural District is one of the best Hong Kong things to do. Then, consider taking a street art tour that adorns the residential buildings and shopfronts of the Sham Shui Po.
Head to the Tian Tan Buddha after climbing up the 268 steps for a pilgrimage to pay respect to a 34 m tall bronze statue. Here, you can check out the neighboring Po Lin Monastery or take your experience to the next level by riding a cable car, Ngong Ping 360, to catch stellar views from Tung Chung across the hills of Lantau Island and the glistening South China Sea.
Kick-start with a sunset drink on the 4,500 sq. ft terrace of Popinjays that overlooks the skyscrapers of Central, before dropping by the classic bars such as Coa, a Mexican-inspired cocktail bar. Then, let your voice sour at amazing Karaoke venues such as Red Mr or move along with the jukebox rocking soundtrack at The Pontiac. Wrap up your night at Amazonia where great cover bands are vividly smashing out the pop and rock hits.
Snap some nice shots of skyline views as well as a selfie with the statue of Bruce Lee from one of the must-visit Hong Kong tourist attractions, The Avenue of Stars located at Tsim Sha Tsui completed with a performance of A Symphony of Lights at 8 pm. For varied angles, make your way to the east by the side of the promenades of Kwun Tong and Hung Hom. Catch mind-blowing sunset views from Lei Yue Mun while enjoying the vibes of a quaint village. You can also climb up high at the observation deck of Sky100 and the Hong Kong Observation Wheel.
Ocean Park, a proudly homegrown park, is one of the best Hong Kong attractions which has been captivating both adults and kids with its amazing animal encounters and thrilling rides for more than 40 years. For a more fun-filled experience, you can make your way to Disneyland for a face-to-face meeting with Mickey or enjoy the ride on Space Mountain.
Horse racing is one of the best things to do in HK and the only legal gambling form as well. What’s truly electric here is the joyous crowd cheering roars on the jockeys and horses. The races here take place on Wednesdays from September through July. Visitors celebrate in the fun-packed atmosphere with cheap admission and most of all, the great drink and food options.
Hit, hike, or get back for dinner, you can easily enjoy all of these three with Dragon’s Back, which is one of the spectacular trails that get finished with tasty fare on Shek O Beach or Big Wave Bay. For a rapid adrenaline rush, try hiking the 100 km Sai Kung MacLehose Trail or check out the idyllic rock formations at the UNESCO Global Geopark.
Yim Tin Tsai houses the only salt pan in Hong Kong. This island is packed with immense history. Apart from guided tours to these islands, you can explore the Yim Tin Tsai Exhibition Heritage Center where you will come across the historical artifacts’ collections.
In a nutshell, Hong Kong is bursting at the seams with amazing things to do. Hong Kong is composed of multiple islands, featuring stunning cityscapes and multifaceted culture. This Chinese British hybrid astonishes visitors with its extraordinary lush landscape and dense skyscrapers. And obviously, being a top-class metropolis, this city boasts world-class culinary spots as well as museums. So, make sure to check out these must do in Hong Kong to make the most of your experience.
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