Things to do in Hong Kong

25 things to do in Hong Kong

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• Ride the Peak Tram to Victoria Peak

  Ascend 396 metres above sea level on the historic funicular railway for 360-degree views of Hong Kong's skyline, harbour, and mountains.

  Central and Western District

• Cross Victoria Harbour on the Star Ferry

  Board the iconic green-and-white ferry for a short voyage between Tsim Sha Tsui and Central, with unmatched vistas of the skyscrapers.

  Tsim Sha Tsui / Central

• Wander through Temple Street Night Market

  Browse fortune tellers, street food, and trinkets amid neon-lit bustle after dark in Yau Ma Tei.

  Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon

• Marvel at the Tian Tan Buddha on Lantau

  Climb 268 steps to the 34-metre bronze seated Buddha, surrounded by lush mountains and overlooking Po Lin Monastery.

  Ngong Ping, Lantau Island

• Hike the Dragon's Back Trail

  Trek along a ridge with sweeping views of Shek O, Big Wave Bay, and the South China Sea on this easy-to-moderate urban escape.

  Shek O Country Park, Hong Kong Island

• Savour dim sum at Tim Ho Wan

  Taste the world's cheapest Michelin-starred meal, including the legendary baked BBQ pork buns, at this no-frills teahouse.

  Sham Shui Po, Kowloon

• Explore the Man Mo Temple

  Step into a fragrant 1840s temple dedicated to the gods of literature and war, with giant incense coils hanging from the ceiling.

  Sheung Wan, Hong Kong Island

• Stroll along the Avenue of Stars

  Pay homage to Hong Kong cinema legends, find Bruce Lee's statue, and watch the Symphony of Lights show across the harbour.

  Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon

• Ride the Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car

  Glide over Tung Chung Bay and lush mountains in a glass-bottomed cabin to Ngong Ping village and the Big Buddha.

  Tung Chung, Lantau Island

• Hoist a toast in Lan Kwai Fong

  Dive into the city's iconic nightlife district packed with bars, clubs, and revellers spilling onto the streets every evening.

  Central, Hong Kong Island

• Visit Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery

  Climb past life-sized golden Buddha statues lining the hillside to reach a temple housing thousands of miniature Buddhas.

  Sha Tin, New Territories

• Kayak around Sai Kung's islands

  Paddle through the emerald waters of the Sai Kung East Country Park, stopping at secluded beaches and sea caves.

  Sai Kung, New Territories

• Indulge in afternoon tea at The Peninsula

  Enjoy a classic British high tea in the opulent lobby of the grand dame hotel, complete with string quartet and silver tiered stands.

  Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon

• Discover street art on Graham Street

  Wander one of the oldest market streets turned open-air gallery, where vibrant murals cover walled buildings in Central.

  Central, Hong Kong Island

• Walk through the Nan Lian Garden

  Stroll this Tang dynasty-style landscaped garden with koi ponds, golden pagodas, and bonsai trees, an oasis amid Diamond Hill.

  Diamond Hill, Kowloon

• Hike up Lion Rock

  Climb the iconic ridge shaped like a crouching lion for a breathtaking panorama of Kowloon and Hong Kong Island.

  Kowloon / New Territories border

• Eat at a dai pai dong in Sham Shui Po

  Pull up a plastic stool at an open-air food stall for wok-hei noodles and authentic, unfiltered Hong Kong street dining.

  Sham Shui Po, Kowloon

• Explore the Hong Kong Museum of History

  Trace the city's story from prehistoric times to the handover through immersive exhibits, including a recreated colonial-era street.

  Tsim Sha Tsui East, Kowloon

• Take a junk boat ride at sunset

  Sail a traditional red-sail junk across Victoria Harbour as the skyline lights up, often with free-flow drinks.

  Victoria Harbour

• Visit the Chi Lin Nunnery

  Across from Nan Lian Garden, this serene Buddhist complex features elegant wooden halls, lotus ponds, and relics, all without a single nail.

  Diamond Hill, Kowloon

• Bargain at the Ladies' Market

  Hunt for clothes, accessories, and souvenirs along a kilometre-long street market that comes alive after noon in Mong Kok.

  Mong Kok, Kowloon

• Feast on seafood on Lamma Island

  Escape to car-free Lamma for a waterfront dinner of freshly caught crabs, prawns, and fish at Sok Kwu Wan or Yung Shue Wan.

  Lamma Island

• Ride the Mid-Levels Escalators

  Glide up the world's longest outdoor covered escalator system through SoHo’s galleries, bars, and expat enclaves.

  Central to Mid-Levels, Hong Kong Island

• Search for pink dolphins off Tai O

  Join a boat tour through the stilt-house village of Tai O to spot endangered Indo-Pacific humpback dolphins in their natural habitat.

  Tai O, Lantau Island

• See the aquatic wonder at Ocean Park

  Ride roller coasters with ocean views and walk through the Grand Aquarium, combining thrills with marine conservation.

  Wong Chuk Hang, Southern District