Hong Kong Essentials
Hong Kong’s identity is shaped by the contrast between its vertical skyline and traditional heritage. This selection covers the historic Peak Tram and the world-record Symphony of Lights show at Victoria Harbour. Beyond the urban core, Lantau Island offers the Po Lin Monastery and the traditional stilt houses of Tai O fishing village. Visitors can explore the 1.2-kilometer Tung Choi Street market, the multi-faith Wong Tai Sin temple, and the Central-Mid-Levels Escalator, one of the world’s longest outdoor covered systems.
A Victoria Peak
Known among the locals as the Peak, it is the highest mountain on Hong Kong island.
B Symphony of Lights
The imposing light performance was awarded the Largest Permanent Light and Sound Show by the Guinness World Records.
C Peak Tram
The tram first began transporting people to the highest points of the Hong Kong Island in 1926, and it is now a very popular tourist…
D Ngong Ping Cable Car
Ngong Ping 360 is a term for an aerial tramway and a tourist centre at the end station of the tramway.
E Po Lin Monastery
Established in 1906, the monastery houses three statues of Buddha. Each statue represents a different life of Buddha - the past one, the…
F Victoria Harbour
Victoria Harbour is a natural landform harbour in Hong Kong separating Hong Kong Island in the south from the Kowloon Peninsula to the…
G Central Star Ferry Pier
This late 19th-century ferry company will take you across the Victoria Harbor.
H Tung Choi Street
Representative shopping district stretching approximately 1260 meters, featuring specialized sections for fashion and pet supplies. The area includes a 160-meter northern stretch dedicated to aquatic life and a southern section known for affordable clothing and accessories.
I Sik Sik Yuen Wong Tai Sin
This temple is a place of worship for three religions - Taoism, Buddhism and Confucianism.
J Central-Mid-Levels Escalator System
This complex of escalators and travelators was built in 1993 and it is one of the longest escalator systems in the world.
K Ocean Park Hong Kong
This huge amusement park attracts millions of visitors every year. It is divided into two parts - the Summit (Headland) and the Waterfront …
L Tai O
Tai O is a fishing town, partly located on an island of the same name, on the western side of Lantau Island in Hong Kong.
M Sky100
This observation deck is situated on the 100th floor of the tallest building in Hong Kong (and one of the tallest ones in the world) -…
N Nathan Road
The oldest road in Kowloon, also called the "Golden Mile". Although the road is around 3.6 kilometers long, it will take you hours to cross…
O Hong Kong Museum of History
The museum boasts informative and intriguing exhibitions devoted to archaeology, ethnography and the moved history and colonial heritage of…
Add Hong Kong Essentials to Your Trip
Create a detailed travel itinerary with smart routing, time estimates, and everything you need for a perfect trip.
