The best places in Hong Kong on the map. Hong Kong attractions - what is worthy of attention? Night bargaining on Temple Lane

I bring to your attention a detailed guide to Hong Kong for 2019. I decided to make an overview of the attractions of Hong Kong with prices, schedules and marks on the map of Hong Kong. The guide is divided into several sections. First of all, let's talk about the sights of Hong Kong that are located in the Kowloon area and on Hong Kong island. In total, more than 30 places were considered, very different from each other.

You will learn how to get there and what Hong Kong's beaches, museums, observation decks, hippodrome, recreation and amusement parks are like. We'll talk about where you can taste authentic Hong Kong cuisine at local prices, drink beer and wine, and don't forget to find a real antique street. If all this isn't enough, we'll go on day hikes along the Dragon's Back, climb to the Big Buddha and find perhaps the most beautiful place in Hong Kong to watch the sunset.

After reviewing the sights of Hong Kong, we will analyze a lot of useful material that will help you prepare for your trip. Visa issue, transfer from Hong Kong airport, how best to get around the city, where to live, where to go nearby and what time of year is best to come to Hong Kong. A complete guide to China is available.

On the interactive map of Hong Kong below, you can see the sights of Hong Kong that were included in the review. Please note that under each Hong Kong landmark marked with a marker there are useful tips along the route and gps coordinates. All this will help you when planning your route yourself.

Map of Hong Kong in Russian

Sights of Hong Kong (Kowloon area)

When arriving in Hong Kong, people usually stay in the Kowloon area. Almost all budget housing in Hong Kong is concentrated here. There are plenty of interesting places in Kowloon, let's start with those located in the north and move down the map.

Kowloon Attractions

The monastery is located away from many of Hong Kong's attractions, but is nevertheless worth a visit and is located just a few minutes' walk from the MRT. It is connected to a beautiful garden that will be a pleasure to walk in.

How to get there: Diamond Hill metro, Exit C1/C2 (green metro line).

Opening hours and cost: Shi Lin Monastery is open from 9.00 to 16.30, but it is better to visit the monastery before 15.30; after 15.30 some things may no longer work. The garden inside the monastery is open until 18.00. Nan Nin Garden is open from 9.00 to 19.00. Free admission.

Kowloon walled city

This place will be interesting only if you know the history of Kowloon walled city. In a nutshell, less than 20 years ago, more than 40,000 people lived on a piece of land measuring approximately 150 by 250 meters. The local mafia controlled everything, it had its own hospitals, factories, the “city” provided for itself, and the police did not interfere there. Over time, the Hong Kong government decided to eliminate the “walled city” and gradually accomplished the task. Just imagine - 150 by 250 meters, more than 40,000 people!!!

Now it is just a park with exhibitions and photographs of those times. Personally, I liked the “city behind the wall”.

How to get there: Lok Fu (Green Line), then about 20 minutes on foot.

Opening hours and cost: open every day, free.

Sights of Hong Kong. Local food area

If you find yourself in Kowloon walled city, don't miss trying real Hong Kong cuisine. On the map of Hong Kong, the area is marked with a special mark. There is no specific cafe or restaurant, but there are several streets with dozens of different places where you can try the same things that the locals eat every day. Dumplings with shrimp, various types of delicious noodles, sweets for every taste and much more. Prices, unlike tourist places, will not be inflated, everything is fair.

How to get there: 10-20 minutes walk from Kowloon walled city.

Flower market

The market consists of just a few streets. A huge number of different types of flowers and seeds for them are sold here. Open during the daytime.

How to get there: Prince Edward (green line), then walk about 10 minutes.

Women's market, gold fish market (Ladie`s market, gold fish market)

The world's longest escalator (Central Mid-Levels Covered Escalator)

Considering the mountainous terrain of Hong Kong, such a long escalator is very convenient. And it will be interesting for tourists to ride it at least once. It's very easy to find by following the subway or Central Pier to the right. The escalator crosses several streets at once, so it won’t be difficult to see it.

What to see in Hong Kong. Antique street

I found this place completely by accident. I can’t give exact coordinates, but the beginning of the street is marked on the map of Hong Kong attractions. It is very short and there are no more than ten small antique shops on it. Unlike many tourist spots that offer boring, overpriced crafts, here you can find truly unique items. Hong Kong residents bring them here themselves, selling them at bargain prices. Shops usually close after six in the evening.

Man Mo temple and Hollywood road

To be honest, I didn't like both places. The temple is packed with tourists, and Hollywood road is just another place with a bunch of boring souvenirs. In my opinion, it's a waste of time.

How to find: Central, exit D2 (red line).

Schedule and prices: from 8.00 to 18.00, free.

What to see in Hong Kong. Bar area

Not far from the escalator and Man Mo temple there is an area where you can have fun with a glass of beer. Everything comes to life when the sun sets. The bars are filled with people from all over the planet and until late at night you can relax from a busy day. Prices are quite high, but it is difficult to find anything budget in Hong Kong.

How to find: Central or Sheung Wan (red line).

Hong Kong Zoo and Botanical Garden

We return to the day and continue to go deeper into Hong Kong Island, we find ourselves in the Hong Kong Botanical Park and part-time zoo. You can admire the few animals and birds, see different varieties of flowers and plants, or just relax on one of the benches.

How to find: Central metro station.

Schedule and prices: from 6.00 to 22.00, free.

Victoria Peak

The vast majority of Hong Kong visitors believe that the only way to view the city is from the observation deck at Victoria Peak. This is a big mistake. Already on the last evening of my stay in Hong Kong I found two excellent panoramic points from where you can admire the sunset. I’ll tell you separately about these places and attach maps in the article about Victoria Peak.

Hong Kong Park

This park is two parks in one, separated by a road. The place is not top-notch, but you can take a break from the bustle of the city. Especially if you are with children, you will have plenty to do. Open from morning until late evening.

How to find: Admiralty, exit C1 (red/blue line).

Observation deck (Central plaza)

One of the free places in the city where you can admire Hong Kong. A clear advantage of the observation deck is its 360-degree panoramic windows. It would be a big mistake to miss this place while in Hong Kong.

How to find: Wan Chai, Exit A1 (dark blue line), 46th floor.

Schedule and prices: from 9.00 to 18.00 on weekdays, from 9.00 to 13.00 on Saturday, closed on Sunday. For free.

Sights of Hong Kong. Hippodrome (Happy Valley)

I always wanted to visit a real hippodrome and finally got it. The difficulty of getting to the Hong Kong racecourse is that horse racing is held only on Wednesdays. If your stay falls on this day, do not be lazy and go to the racetrack. You can just watch the races and drink beer with friends. Or you can place a bet on one of the horses, then the races will seem much more interesting.

How to find: Causeway metro station, exit A.

Schedule and prices: races are held on Wednesdays, entry price is 10 HKD.

Montane Mansion

This place will be a real find for photography lovers. To my great regret, I had very little time to properly explore this place. But I will definitely return there. If you like photographing clutter like the one below, you'll love it here.

How to find: Tai Koo metro station (dark blue line) or by tram to the place on the map.

Aberdeen

The Aberdeen area is quite an interesting place. The main thing to do in Aberdeen is to take a small boat ride across the river. It costs nothing, but the experience is interesting. You can also use the services of local private owners who provide half-hour and hour-long excursions on the same boats along the canals of Hong Kong. But it will cost more (60 HKD for 30 minutes, 100 for 60 minutes). There is also an embankment, which is beautiful in the evening, when it is illuminated with red lanterns.

How to find: Ocean Park tube station, then take bus 73 to Aberdeen stop.

Sights of Hong Kong. Ocean Park

One of the most popular attractions in Hong Kong. As a rule, the whole family or a group of friends come here. If you decide to spend time in Ocean Park, it is better to budget for it all day. A large number of attractions and long queues, you can’t get around all this quickly.

The best way to get to Ocean Park is by metro. Not all maps show the line leading directly to the park, but when you are on the Hong Kong subway, you will see a light green line, one of the stations of which is called Ocean Park. The light green line intersects with the blue line that follows Hong Kong Island. From Kowloon to Ocean Park the metro fare is 12 HKD.

Schedule and prices for visiting Ocean Park: from 10.00 to 18.00. For an adult ticket 438 HKD, for a child ticket 219.

Beaches of Hong Kong Island (Repulse Bay, Middle bay, South Bay, Shek O, Big Wave)

There are several interesting beaches on Hong Kong Island. A detailed overview of all the beaches located in Hong Kong was published in the hotel article - Beaches of Hong Kong.

Stanley area

If you like places that are not crowded with tourists, you are welcome. For me this place seemed incredibly boring. There are a lot of restaurants and fast food places, there is an embankment and a prison where British subjects were kept prisoners during the Japanese occupation.

How to find: you can get there from Central station by bus 260. Cost 7 HKD, the journey takes about an hour.

Hiking on the Dragon back trail

I highly recommend this route. If you are lucky with the weather, you will be able to see beautiful panoramic views of several bays of Hong Kong. Along the way you can stop at Shek O and Big Wave beaches. My friends and I didn't do the full itinerary because we decided to visit the above beaches, but completing the Back of the Dragon in a few hours seems like a very easy task.

To get to the point where the route starts, you first need to get to Shau Kei Wan MRT Station (blue line). Not far from Shau Kei Wan on the map you can see the stop of bus number 9, following the route we need (7 HKD). The point where the route starts is also indicated on the map below. Just tell the driver to stop where you need. Most likely, several more people will come out with you.

There is only one path leading further, it will be difficult to get lost, there are signs everywhere along the route. Our route first went along the “Back of the Dragon”, then we went down to Big Wave Beach, then walked to Shek O Beach and took a bus back to Hong Kong. One way or another, there is no need to worry about returning; there is always a bus that will take you back. They go until late in the evening.

Visa to Hong Kong for Russians

When planning a trip, the visa issue should always come first. The good news is that Hong Kong visa for Russians not required. Upon arrival in Hong Kong or crossing the land border with Shenzhen, if you have a Russian passport and there are no problems with the law, you will be stamped 14 day visa-free stay.

No one checks your ticket to a third country, but they verbally ask you how many days you plan to stay in Hong Kong. Passport control usually takes no more than 15 minutes, and there is a special queue for foreigners. If you are planning to visit not only Hong Kong, but also mainland China, I advise you to read carefully. There you will find all the comprehensive information on the visa issue.

Hong Kong Airport. How to get to the city

To make the guide to Hong Kong more compact, I decided to include all the ways to get to Hong Kong from the airport in a separate article. There are three such ways - bus, metro and taxi. For more detailed information with prices, schedules and everything that may be useful, read the article about Hong Kong Airport. You will find a lot of useful things there.

Transport in Hong Kong (subway, taxi, buses, ferries, trams)

By first spending some time studying the transport system, you will subsequently save your time, nerves and money while in Hong Kong. In this city, everything is thought out to the smallest detail and you can get to almost any iconic place very quickly by one or another transport. Before talking about each mode of transport in Hong Kong, it is worth mentioning the Octopus map, which will help you a lot.

In the next paragraph you will find a link to an article with a detailed description of all the advantages of this card. I’ll just note on my own that if you plan to stay for more than one day, the map will be very useful to you. It will save money on transport, entrance to some attractions and save time on buying tickets. All the advantages of Octopus are below.

Subway in Hong Kong

There are certain nuances to using the subway in Hong Kong, in particular, there are several ways to pay for travel. You can read all the information about the Hong Kong metro with a schedule, a metro map and a story about the Octopus card in the article about the Hong Kong Metro.

Taxi

The most expensive form of transport in Hong Kong. A taxi ride starts from 22 HKD and subsequently adds 6 HKD for every 200 meters of road. I don’t see much point in a taxi, because you can go anywhere by metro and buses.

Buses

There are a great variety of bus routes in Hong Kong, and before boarding one or another, you should check with the driver or passersby about the correct route. It is inexpensive, the price is set depending on the destination station. Typically, travel costs range from 3 to 10 HKD.

Ferries

A very convenient and unusual form of transport, widely used by tourists and residents of Hong Kong. Ferries run from Kowloon to Hong Kong Island, with only one pier on Kowloon and two on Hong Kong Island. All berths are marked with markers on the attractions map. The fare costs 2.5 HKD, ferries run from 6:30 to 23:30 every day.

Trams

In Russia, trams are generally considered one of the most inconvenient modes of transport, and it’s hard to disagree with this. Things are different in Hong Kong. There is a subway line that is located on Hong Kong Island. Get on at the first station you come across and just move to the final one. You will see Hong Kong in all its glory! Travel 2.2 HKD.

Hotels in Hong Kong

It is not possible to talk about all types of housing in Hong Kong, the range of choices is so wide. Nevertheless, we managed to make a selection based on reviews and personal experience. You can read more about hotels in Hong Kong in the article - Hotels in Hong Kong.

Where to go from Hong Kong

Many people do not limit themselves only to Hong Kong, but also visit neighboring Macau or apply for a visa to China and go to get acquainted with the Celestial Empire. It’s quite simple and there are many options for where to go from Hong Kong, but we’ll look at the most popular ones.

Hong Kong Macau how to get there?

In the article about Macau, I described in detail how to get from Hong Kong to Macau, so if you are traveling in this direction, I recommend that you read the article - Hong Kong Macau how to get there? One day in Macau!

I would like to add that there are two piers in Hong Kong from which high-speed ships depart to Macau. They are indicated on the attractions map.

From Hong Kong to Guangzhou

To get from Hong Kong to Guangzhou, the first step is to take the metro to border crossing with the city Shenzhen. On the Hong Kong subway map you can see the light blue line. You need to get to the final station Lo Wu, from Kowloon area it will take about 50 minutes, fare 38 HKD.

If you have a visa to China, you should not have any problems with the transition. That's it, you have made it from Hong Kong to Shenzhen. After the border crossing, following the signs, you will reach the railway station where tickets for high-speed trains are sold trains to Guangzhou. You will arrive in Guangzhou by Guangzhou East Railway Station, travel time a little over an hour, cost 100 yuan. More information about what to see in Guangzhou, as well as to see where the railway and bus stations are located, can be found in the overview article on the city of Guangzhou.

If you don't know how to get from Hong Kong airport to Guangzhou, then first read how to get to Hong Kong from the airport. Then simply follow the above instructions.

Hong Kong Sanya how to get there?

Eat two ways get from Hong Kong to Sanya, a resort town on Hainan Island. First, fly by plane to international Phoenix airport. In this case, there is no need to obtain a visa to China. After landing and passing through passport control at Sanya airport, you will receive visa on arrival for 15 days. To purchase air tickets, I recommend using the search engine ctrip.com.

If you are not satisfied with plane prices or for other reasons you want to get to Sanya on the ground, first you need to get there to Guangzhou. How to do this was described in the section above. There is no direct connection between Guangzhou and Sanya, the first thing you need to do is get to the capital of the island, Hainan, Haikou city. This can be done either by train or by bus.

In the review article on Guangzhou, both stations are marked with markers. The train option is more comfortable, so we’ll consider it first. You need to go to Guangzhou Railway Station and buy a ticket for the night train to Haikou. Ticket price is about 300 yuan. If you don’t have train tickets, there is a bus station next to the train station. Bus tickets cost about 250 yuan. But in the case of a bus, you will have to cross the ferry crossing yourself, which means another 41 yuan and lost time.

On arrival to Haikou need to get to Haikou Dong Railway Station. How to find this train station is indicated on the map of attractions of Hainan Island. Once at Haikou Dong, at the ticket office you buy a ticket for the high-speed train to Sanya (the journey is just over an hour, 100 yuan). That's it, you have made it from Hong Kong to Sanya. Which method is best for you, decide for yourself.

Weather in Hong Kong

There is a separate one on the weather in Hong Kong. There you will find an overview for each individual month, and you can also check the weather in Hong Kong online.

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The largest aquarium in Asia is located in Hong Kong - it occupies 870 thousand square meters in the south of the city and is located on the sea coast. The oceanarium is considered one of the best amusement parks of its kind in the world. The park has several main areas: a valley, a children's world, the sea, alleys, an amusement park and a bird garden. Here you can see a huge aquarium with sharks, attend a performance of dolphins and sea lions, and also admire the famous “Atoll” - a huge aquarium with numerous species of corals and exotic fish.

This huge amusement park welcomes about 3 million people from different countries every year.

Madame Tussauds museum

In China, as in some other countries, there is a branch of the famous London wax museum Madame Tussauds and it is located in Hong Kong. Of course, in some respects it differs from those that you can visit, for example, in Europe.

Firstly, this museum is distinguished by its location: it is located high on the mountain, and you can only get to it by tram going at an angle, this is quite extreme. Secondly, this museum celebrates a truly unique combination of British culture and Asian characters, a very interesting mix. Of course, as in each of the branches of the museum located in a certain city, first of all, “local” celebrities are presented here, or rather world-class stars born in China.

By the way, it is here that Madame Tussauds partially resembles horror stories from childhood, and it is prohibited to photograph the horror characters themselves and the horror room. It is also forbidden to photograph the figure of Jackie Chan, since paid photographs of him taken by museum staff are a significant source of income for this place. But you can take photos with everyone else completely free of charge. For example, at the entrance to the Hong Kong Museum there is a statue of Bruce Lee, anyone can take a photo with it.

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Victoria Peak

Victoria Peak is the highest point on Hong Kong Island and one of the most popular tourist spots in the city. We can say that this is Hong Kong's tourist mecca. The peak is named after the British Queen Victoria. The highest point is located at an altitude of 552 meters above sea level, offering a magnificent view.

Now there are numerous buildings, parks, cafes, observation decks on the mountain, and during the colonial period, representatives of the most privileged classes, usually immigrants from Great Britain, lived here. The descent and ascent to the mountain was carried out in palanquins, and in 1881 the city authorities decided to build a funicular. You can touch the past now - a funicular tram will take you to the top, where the observation deck is located.

At the top is the 7-story Victoria Peak Tower. On its ground floor there is the Hong Kong Madame Tussauds Museum, whose collection includes more than a hundred wax figures of world celebrities. On the second and third floors you can visit the museum of curiosities “If you don’t want it, don’t believe it!”, created in honor of the famous traveler, collector and journalist who was looking for sensations for his column around the world. The museum exhibits more than 450 amazing objects from all over the globe.

Hong Kong's Avenue of Stars is one of the famous and frequently visited places by tourists. The alley was created in 2004. The alley is a pedestrian path paved with raised stars with handprints of prominent figures in the film industry.

The alley features 101 memorial plaques, more than 30 stars with signatures of Hong Kong celebrities, as well as many statues and scenes of working moments on film sets. Here you can touch the stars of Jackie Chan, Jet Li, Bruce Lee, Wong Kar-wai and other celebrities.

The pedestrian zone stretches along the coast for 440 meters from Salisbury Garden to the Star Ferry pier. The Avenue of Stars offers an excellent view of the legendary light show Symphony of Lights, which starts daily at 20:00.

Monastery of Ten Thousand Buddhas

The Monastery of Ten Thousand Buddhas is a Buddhist monastery located in the Sha Tin district of Hong Kong. Today the monastery is not active, but is served by laymen. The temple was founded in 1951, and it took 10 years to create all the Buddha statues.

The monastery complex consists of five temples, two pavilions and a pagoda with the mummy of the founder, Yuet Kaya. At the foot of the monastery there is a cemetery.

The monastery contains about 13 thousand Buddha statues of various sizes, colors and shapes. Each statue here is unique with its own characteristics. Here you can find thin and fat Buddha, bald and with hair, Buddha with a dog, frogs, dragon, etc. To reach the monastery, you need to climb 400 steps decorated with Buddha statues.

On the territory of the monastery, Buddha figures are everywhere - in the pavilion, in the garden, in the towers, and in the temple itself.

Bank of China Tower

This 70-story skyscraper was built in 1989, and until 1992 was considered the tallest in Asia. This skyscraper was the first outside the United States to overcome the height limit of 305 meters. It currently ranks only third in Hong Kong, behind the International Financial Center and the Central Plaza high-rise.

The original design was criticized by feng shui adherents. Since Feng Shui has a huge influence in Chinese culture, the architects had to make changes to the building plan. The futuristic and unusual design has become so popular among residents and tourists that the building has been used in several computer games, such as SimCity 4. It has also been digitally enhanced and used in the TV series Star Trek: Voyager and the film Battleship. .

The skyscraper has several observation platforms. One of them, open to the public, is located on the 43rd floor. The other is located on the 70th floor and is closed to outsiders.

Lantau Island

Lantau Island is the largest island in Hong Kong, with an area twice the size of Hong Kong Island. It is located two kilometers from Hong Kong, but is very different from it. The main attraction of the island is the world's largest statue of a seated Buddha.

Until recently, there was no civilization on Lantau Island; only after the construction of the international airport (in 1998) the island began to be actively developed. Now there are many temples on it, so the unofficial name of the island is “island of prayers.”

The island has many amenities for tourists: trails with signs, free campsites, stands with maps. Some sections have steep climbs providing stunning scenery. Here you should definitely visit the traditional fishing village of Tai O, where the Tanka people live.

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Po Lin Monastery

Po Lin Monastery houses the largest bronze statue of a seated Buddha in the world - the Tian Tau statue, which attracts the attention of many tourists and pilgrims. The height of the statue is 26 meters. She is surrounded by six bronze Bodhnsattvas.

The monastery itself was founded in 1905 as a shelter for monks. From that time until today, the monastery has been a major religious center with several colorful temples. It is located 140 meters from the stairs leading to the Buddha.

In the main temple of the monastery there are statues of Shakyamuni Buddha, Amitabha Buddha and the Healing Buddha. Near the main temple there is a large refectory where you can try vegetarian dishes. It is worth saying that on weekends the monastery is crowded with tourists, so if you want to wander here in peace and quiet, visit it on weekdays.

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The statue, one of the top ten tallest statues of the spiritual Teacher, towers over the small village of Ngong Ping, not far from the Po Lin temple building.

Those who want to touch the feet of the Enlightened One will have to overcome 268 steps. The reward for your diligence (in addition to the delight of purification) will be beautiful views of the monastery and the surrounding forest-covered peaks.

Star Avenue

Hong Kong is the center of the global film industry (it lags behind the United States and India): the presence of the Avenue of Cinema Stars in the center of the metropolis is quite appropriate. Organized as a replica of the famous Hollywood fashion show, Hong Kong's Star Walk showcases the names and handprints of Asian actors and directors to film buffs.

But not the cinema industry alone! Star Embankment is a wonderful place for a walk: the beauty of the harbor, the quaint island skyscrapers, amazing views.

Two-story antique

A rail track is laid from west to east of the central island, along which extravagant double-decker trams slowly roll out. The colonial heritage of Foggy Albion has firmly taken root in the very center of the metropolis, being an absolute attraction and a very budget excursion and sightseeing route.

Hong Kong is a unique place where you can not only admire antique vehicles, but also take a ride on them. A one-way trip will cost a tourist only 2.3 Hong Kong dollars (payment with coins or an Octopus transport payment card).

Star Ferry

In addition to the fast-moving subway, the Kowloon Peninsula is connected to the huge island of Hong Kong by ferry. The green and white barges plying the strait are more than ninety years old. Like antique trams, Star Ferry boats are a symbol and calling card of Hong Kong.

A short walk along the waves, the beauty of Kowloon and the urban landscapes of the center will not greatly burden a tourist’s wallet: the price of one trip is only 2.5 local dollars.

Central Park (Hong Kong Park)

The city park is the green lungs of the city, a tropical oasis surrounded by a steel jungle scraping the sky. Residents and guests of Hong Kong love to leave the oppressive realm of glass and concrete, in search of relaxation in the shady alleys covered with tropical greenery.

Interesting! Visiting the park is free: the cleanliness, comfort, and modern infrastructure of the attraction are paid for by the municipality.

There are walking paths throughout the park, the green area is filled with fountains, ponds with turtles and imperial carps, tropical bird exhibitions and aviaries, small cafes and restaurants.

Kowloon Gardening

The Kowloon Peninsula Park Complex is located within walking distance of Tsim Sha Tsui MRT Station. Kowloon Gardens is famous for its beautiful lake, which delights visitors with ducks, swans and pink flamingos. For relaxation and entertainment, the park has a tropical labyrinth, enclosures with exotic animals, charming rock gardens, avant-garde sculpture and painting areas, relaxation and selfie areas.

The park is a huge sports ground. Swimming pools, diving towers, diving centers, volleyball, basketball, handball courts - the park's sports facilities welcome more than two thousand athletes and athletes every day.

Temple of Three Religions

Wong Tai Sin is a majestic pantheon of three religious and philosophical movements: Taoism, Buddhism and Confucianism.

Interesting! This is an exclusively Hong Kong solution, local flavor, an unconventional move: a “three in one” temple complex.

The Pantheon is made according to all the canons of Chinese temple architecture: multi-colored carvings, breathtaking colonnades, “pagoda” roof designs.

The temple complex is open from seven in the morning until half past five in the evening. Admission is free; financial gifts are welcome. A visit to the pantheon is simply impossible without the mystical sacrament of making wishes. Servants guarantee 100% realization of any dream.

Night bargaining on Temple Lane

The center of a microcosm of Asian markets, Temple Street Night Market is a truly legendary market in Hong Kong. Mind-blowing shopping: from antique souvenirs and trinkets to cutting-edge electronics and cars.

In addition to a rich assortment of goods, the peninsula's night market offers visitors an excellent selection of traditional Chinese street food and numerous salons of fortune tellers, healers, and hairdressers.

How to get to the city?

Getting to the financial and urban center of Asia is easy: there are airlines, a railway connection, buses run regularly, and a seaport works.

We fly by plane

The most modern and technically equipped airport in the world, Chek Lap Kok, accepts hundreds of flights around the clock. Air passengers are transported from the port to the city by high-speed trains, bus carriers and taxis.

The trip from the airport to the city by high-speed monorail lasts 25 minutes, the cost of one ticket is 115 Hong Kong dollars. Twelve routes of comfortable double-decker shuttles carry “air travelers” throughout Hong Kong. Bus fare is about 50 HKD.

You can get there by taxi. Blue cars are transported to Lantau, scarlet ones - to the central island, emerald ones - to New Lands. The pleasure will cost 300-400 local dollars.

Let's roll like a locomotive

The railway is an excellent transit to the metropolis from mainland China. The cost of a trip Beijing - Shenzhen is from 950 to 250 yuan (depending on speed and comfort). An express train flies between Guangzhou and Shenzhen. Issue price: 75-100 yuan. There is a direct connection from Guangzhou East Terminal to Hung Hom Station. The cost of a two-hour trip is 190 yuan.

Bus service

Most hotels in Guangzhou have special bus terminals. The driver picks up tourists and delivers them to Hong Kong (to the Water Park, to the center). One way fare: from one hundred yuan.

Ferry crossing

A high-speed sea ferry runs from Guangzhou to Hong Kong. About an hour's journey, 375 yuan. Comfortable ships regularly sail from Macau.

Accommodation in Hong Kong

The metropolis is crowded. An inexhaustible stream of travelers, supplemented by an army of business people, sweeps the city every day. There are no problems with accommodation: the city’s hotels “grind” waves of guests, offering guests a wide range of options for every budget.

Five Stars

The financial capital of Asia surprises with the wealth of choice even in such a “narrow segment” as the premium class. The highest category is represented by the elite of hotelier art: the global chains Sheraton, Hyatt, Marriott. Prices vary: you can find 200 dollars per night. The island's hit hotel, the imposing and very cozy Ritz-Carlton, will charge over 500 per night for a penthouse overlooking the bay.

Four stars

Hong Kong fours, in terms of service and equipment, differ little from other 5-star hotels. The average room rate is 150-170 local dollars. Proximity to traffic flows, excellent staff, tactful and thoughtful service: an amazing price/quality balance.

Three star hotels

3-star hotels in Hong Kong are local “single” complexes and chain hotels (Holiday Inn is actively represented on the market). You can successfully move in for 70-80 dollars.

Guest houses, hostels

Hong Kong is a very expensive city. But this does not mean that there are no budget accommodation options in the financial capital. Local guest houses amaze with their minimalism. With a certain resilience and unpretentiousness, you can spend the night there. Those who are not ready for mega-Spartan conditions are left to look for an adequate price in the two or three star segment.

What else to see

Hong Kong is huge, diverse and surprisingly friendly. The ten sights of the city mentioned above are a tiny grain of sand in an extravaganza of wonders and artifacts. Sights, descriptions of places of worship and entertainment of the city - a guide three fingers thick.

One day in the city

What to see in Hong Kong in 1 day? An introductory day tour most often involves a photo session against the backdrop of a city panorama, a run through souvenir shops and shops, a boat trip along the harbor and a cultural and educational event such as a museum, planetarium, or the famous Ferris wheel.

Great shopping area with an endless line of shops along Nathan Road in Tsim Sha Tsui. We devote the second half of the day to museums, temples and the Peak.

What to see in Hong Kong in 2 days

Three attractions that you can and should visit in Hong Kong in two days:

Ocean Park

The largest aquarium on the planet. From Admiralty metro station on bus route number 629.

Best time to visit before closing: the colorful show in the lagoon is worth an evening.

Hong Kong Disneyland

A paradise island, a nostalgic trip to childhood.

The Disney Corner is the undisputed leader of the city's attractions. A great place to go with kids.

Exhibition Center

Among the exhibition venues on the planet, the Hong Kong Expo Complex is one of the most prestigious.

Businessmen will be able to conclude a couple of contracts, ordinary tourists will wander around the pavilions, visit the theater, restaurants, and cinema halls.

The entire metropolis in three days

The non-trivial task of “what to see in Hong Kong in 3 days” requires a systematic approach. It is better to “split to conquer” a three-day expansion into three “waves”. Start from the Kowloon Peninsula, devote the second day to the central island, and designate the third, farewell day as “the time of the New Lands.”

In addition to the tourist hits already mentioned in the material, the following interesting places in Hong Kong are considered a must-see:

While visiting museums, parks and cultural and educational centers, do not forget that Hong Kong is the center of canonical beach tourism. Excellent sea, sand, a whole range of active leisure and lazy relaxation.

And also: how to save money on Victoria Peak, why go around Hong Kong around the perimeter and why the famous laser show is a complete disappointment?

A couple of months ago we were researching what to see in Hong Kong and diligently filtering the information. Now, having visited and really seen the city, we are writing our review, full of friendly advice and life hacks :)

In 1 day you can only be stunned by Hong Kong and its inhabitants (quantities); in 2 days you can more or less run through popular locations. But in 3 days you will be able to experience, see everything you need and don’t need, and decide whether you want to return here. Personally, we don’t :)

Where to look for flights to Hong Kong? We prefer online search engines Skyscanner and Aviasales. By sorting through the numbers and using cool service features, such as a low price calendar or monthly prices, you can discover interesting dates. So, our flight from Samara cost 9,000 rubles per person. But this is a big sale, usually tickets cost around 14-17 thousand.

Do Russians need a visa to Hong Kong?

It would seem logical: in which country is Hong Kong located -> in China -> China is a visa country -> this means that a document is required.

However, the city, which is so isolated from China and emphasizes this in every possible way, is pursuing its own policy: a visa to Hong Kong for Russians in 2019 will not be needed if the period of stay does not exceed 14 days.

Advance hotel reservations and return tickets are also not required. Upon arrival at the Hong Kong airport, the Arrival and Departure Card are filled out, the foreigner is presented to the officer, who for some reason does not mark him with the coveted stamp, and then the gates to the crazy metropolis are open.

How to get from the airport to the center of Hong Kong?

Tip #1. Before you start exploring Hong Kong on your own, download the free offline maps app maps.me to your phone. It’s not scary to get lost among the skyscrapers :)

Hong Kong airport is huge, as befits an international and hyper-busy airport. In addition, it is located on an artificial island, and therefore there are plenty of ways to get to the city center.

• Expensive: Aeroexpress - 100HKD (*1HKD ~ 8.5 rubles)
• Very expensive: taxi - from 250HKD
• Acceptable: Bus A21 (Kowloon) or A11 (Hong Kong) - 33-40HKD
• Cheaper, but inconvenient: bus S1 + metro - 23-29HKD
• for $130

TOP 7 attractions of Hong Kong

As you may have heard, the city consists of 3 parts: the island of the same name, Lantau Island (the airport) and the Kowloon Peninsula. Attractions are concentrated on Hong Kong Island. There are also a couple of significant places in Kowloon, but more people go there to contemplate the real life of Hong Kongers, without neon tinsel, expensive boutiques and Teslas on the roads :)

What can you see in Hong Kong?

• Usually the photo shows Hong Kong from one angle - from the Victoria Peak observation deck, which offers the most stunning panorama of the island and mainland parts of the city and its stunning skyscrapers. This type is not cheap - 50HKD. Plus, all city guides strongly recommend getting to the top by cable car (which is another 45HKD round trip, along with hour-long queues). You can buy a ticket in advance >>, but:

Tip #2. Know that in fact, when you come to Hong Kong, you can visit Victoria Peak for free. And how we did it, watch in our video and subscribe to the channel.

In general, Victoria is a hill, and a popular observation deck is located on the roof of a shopping center, located approximately 3/4 of the way to the very top of the hill - the peak. The site, so to speak, is for the lazy: you get up on transport, pay and you are delighted, raking with the hands of the same tourists :)

How to get there: bus #15 (9.8HKD) from the stop near the pier to the final one. Skip the entrance to the shopping center, go a little further and see an upward turn to the left - for free views there.

It won’t be easy, the road goes uphill, but you will climb the peak! In about 20 minutes, when your heart is about to jump out of your chest and your legs are aching from overload, the skyscrapers of Hong Kong will appear in all their glory. But most importantly, few people know about this place and dare to make the climb. Complete silence, broken by the rustle of grass, the cosmic city in full view and endless space and time for photos - your reward for your efforts.

This is the view from the free observation deck

• Lion Rock. There are 3 hiking routes in the Lion Rock park, by choosing one of which you will enjoy the picturesque nature and perhaps see a long-tailed macaque or a black-eared kite. Another hike for the picturesque: 45 minutes from the metro up to the beginning of the trail, 30 minutes along the steps to level ground , and then another few hundred steps to the top of the cliff and Instagrammable city views. How to get there: Wong Tai Sin MRT station

• When heading to Lion Rock, check out the Wong Tai Sin Temple, located near the metro station. The Wall of 9 Dragons, the Garden of Good Wishes, “Kau Chim” fortune tellers and palmists - you are unlikely to see anything like this for free. How to get there: Wong Tai Sin MRT station

• Big Buddha Statue. Well, could the sights of Hong Kong do without the huge monument to the patron saint, typical of Buddhist countries? 🙂 It is located on Lantau Island. If you are in Hong Kong in transit, this is exactly what you can really see in 1 day along with Victoria Peak and a walk around Kowloon. How to get there on your own: by bus #23 (16HKD, on Sunday 25HKD) from the Tung Chung Town Center stop in 45-50 minutes or take the Ngong Ping cable car in a glass-bottom cabin (ticket - from 225HKD >>).

• Disneyland. From the name it is clear that this is an option for traveling with children. Yes, adults also want to feel the fairy tale, but, alas, reviews from tourists sadly note that there are no attractions or interesting things for “big” people here. But for the little ones there are only magical emotions. Cost - 589HKD for an adult, 419HKD for a child. How to get there: from Lantau Link Toll Plaza stop by bus R8. See routes to the stop and prices. There is a combo ticket option - park+transfer+guide >> .

• Hong Kong Park. In a glass and concrete metropolis with a minimum of free space and a maximum of high-rise buildings, there is a desperate need for a breath of fresh air and a green oasis. Therefore, Hong Kong parks are very popular places. This particular one - tropical gardens, birds, turtles, ponds and fountains, a museum of tea utensils - everything is conducive to a relaxing break from the sounds and smells of the overpopulated city. How to get there: Admiralty Station metro station

• Star Alley. It stretches along the embankment, and the most valuable “exhibits” here are the handprints left by Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan. We recommend combining it with a walk along the embankment; we wouldn’t go there separately. How to get there: Tsim Sha Tsui metro station

The photo was taken from a transparent elevator where you can ride for free
ride in the city center

What else to see in Hong Kong? + cool locations for photos

Hong Kong is rich in attractions. There are almost a thousand of them officially registered! All you need is time, and there is always something to see in Hong Kong.

Interesting places that were marked on our map:

• Hopewell Center. Located near the Tesla store. A 64-floor building with a glass elevator and an excellent photo spot of Hong Kong in the thick of skyscrapers! Nice Australians told us about it. Come in, follow the elevators, go up to the 17th floor, then go to the elevator in the Grand Buffet, and up to the top floor. Free :)
• Residential building Yick Cheong Building. In general, in the understanding of the locals, this is a completely ordinary courtyard among completely ordinary high-rise buildings. For tourists - a living illustration of how Hong Kongers survive in conditions of overpopulation and acute shortage of land. An anthill house where people literally sit on each other’s heads. Be careful: often visited by Instagrammers because of the opportunity to take cool shots :)

Most likely you have seen this photo on the Instagram accounts of various bloggers.

• Stanley Village. Getting to this location, you can capture two more unique attractions of Hong Kong: a double-decker bus (and here they are exclusively like that) and travel along the western line of the island. In short, an atypical route for those who have become tired of high-rise buildings.

On the way from the stop on the Kowloon waterfront (Peking Road; Kowloon Park Drive) to Stanley on bus #973, you will see the outskirts of Hong Kong, surrounded by greenery and framed by the sea, white beaches and cliffs. If you wish, you can return in the same direction or continue the trip to the eastern part, thus going around the entire island. Well, Stanley Village is a tourist village where mainly Europeans spend their holidays. Nice place :)

• Central's longest above-ground escalator is the Mid-Levels Escalators. In fact, there is nothing remarkable here - it’s an ordinary escalator, except that it takes 20-25 minutes to ride on it. And back on foot along the steps.
• Night market on Temple Street. A myriad of shops with Chinese trinkets, clothes, and sometimes food. Worth a visit for the vivid impressions.
• Light show on the embankment at 20:00. We didn't like the word at all. A bunch of people gathered to admire the unremarkable beams of a green-blue-yellow laser randomly shining into the sky. That's all. No music, no wow factor. And then you just can’t get out of this crowd! We don't recommend it.

We did not have a chance to see the following sights in Hong Kong, but they say they are good:

• Ocean Park water park
• Temple of Ten Thousand Buddhas (Sha Tin District)
• Skyscraper Bank of China Tower
• Sky observation deck on the 100th floor of the International Shopping Center
• Exchange Square Office Center
• Nan Lian Garden on Diamond Hill
• Chi Lin Nunnery with ponds and lotuses.

In general, after several sights in Hong Kong, you can simply stroll through the streets and squares, both on the island and on the peninsula. Walk leisurely, looking up at the skyscrapers, bump shoulders with the Chinese, absorb the smells of an insanely expensive city, record the moments and enjoy :)

When is the best time to go? The tourist season in Hong Kong lasts all year round, but the most suitable weather is in November-December.

Beaches in Hong Kong

Hong Kong, according to the generally accepted point of view, is not a resort where people go to relax on the coast and swim in the sea (here, by the way, it is South China). What can I say, this opinion was in vain :) The beaches of Hong Kong can compete with the resorts of Thailand, and even surpass them in terms of service. They are open all year round, but the water temperature for comfortable swimming is suitable from May to October.

There are about 40 equipped beaches in total. Most popular:

• On Lantau Island: Silvermine Bay
• On Hong Kong Island: Repulse Bay, Stanley Beach, Golden Beach.
• The sea in Kowloon is dirty; the only place you can sunbathe is at Silver Strand Beach.

There will be no question of how to get there, since transport “makes its way” to any point in the metropolis.

Renting accommodation in Hong Kong (hotels and apartments)

Hotels in Hong Kong are literally everywhere, but it is ALWAYS better to book in advance. Firstly, there will be plenty to choose from, and secondly, the cost will be acceptable. It so happened that our reservation fell through two hours before our flight to Hong Kong, and we had to check into an unreasonably expensive but low-quality hotel on the spot.

Housing in a metropolis is very expensive, because there is not enough space and there is not enough space for development. Therefore, the rooms and rooms are not even small, but miniature - 4-5 square meters for two!

Here are approximate prices for Hong Kong hotels for two people per night:

• hostel from 1400 rubles
• hotels with 1-2* from 1750 rubles
• 3* hotels from 2400 rubles
• 4 stars from 3300 rubles
• five-star with pool from 6,200 rubles

It should be noted that this price tag is mainly in Kowloon. In the center of the island it is much higher. To save money, you can take advantage of a discount of 1000 rubles or 10% from Booking.

You can find the best accommodation options with the best price/quality ratio, but you need to spend at least half an hour searching. Don’t rush to rent a house based on an attractive price, otherwise you’ll end up chasing cockroaches on the walls (and this is a common problem in Hong Kong!). Read reviews in detail, look at photos and estimate the size of the room so as not to be too surprised when you arrive :)

Renting an apartment in Hong Kong is the place to be, and in this case, Airbnb is the assistant. Alas, there are literally a dozen apartments available for inexpensive rent throughout the city. You can rent a nice one-room apartment for the night from 1,556 rubles. Follow the link and receive 2100 rubles as a gift for your first booking! 🙂

I decided to play basketball with the local kids.
(you shouldn’t do this - it’s very hot)

Transport in Hong Kong

Transport links in Hong Kong are well established, and the good news is that the traffic is organized and almost free of traffic jams.

Let's start with taxis. What distinguishes it specifically in Hong Kong is that all the cars are of the same brand - Toyotas of the same year, and the drivers are important, wearing a suit and gloves. Taxi cost is 24HKD for the first 2 km, then every 200 meters 1.7HKD.

Tip #3. To use the following modes of transport in Hong Kong, purchase an Octopus Card. It gives a discount on travel and allows you not to jingle change in your pockets or frantically look for change in large bills. You can buy one at the airport, one per person, at a special counter for 150HKD (100HKD for balance, and 41HKD + the remaining money is returned when you return the card at any metro ticket office).

The Hong Kong metro has stations almost all over the city, and it is unrealistically huge, it’s like a second Hong Kong only underground :) Once you go down into the passage, you can walk 8-10 minutes to the platform! In principle, the metro is clear, all stations are in English. Money is debited from the card/one-time travel card at the end of the trip. The cost varies depending on the distance, the minimum is 4.5HKD. You can find out exactly using stands at stations or

One way to get from the mainland to Hong Kong Island is by Star Ferry. By the way, they are also included in the sights of Hong Kong, although they look well shabby and hum strainedly (after all, they have been working since 1888) :) From the deck you can see that same skyscraper panorama of the city, slowly growing before your eyes.

The cost is 2.2HKD on weekdays and 3.1HKD on weekends.

From Hong Kong you can take a ferry to neighboring Macau - the Chinese Las Vegas, full of hundreds of casinos. Prices for such a trip start from 171HKD, the journey takes no more than an hour, and departures are every 30-60 minutes.

Photo from the ferry,
which takes you to the central island of Hong Kong

The bus is a popular transport in Hong Kong, along with the subway. If only because most of them are two-story, and the trip turns out to be very exciting. Prices also depend on distance and are usually indicated on rotating stands near stops.

Trams are also double-decker. They are proud of them in Hong Kong, because they have been working since the beginning of the 20th century. They ply only on the island of the same name and on 6 routes. The ticket costs 2.3HKD.

Tours to China from Moscow 2019 (Hong Kong, Hainan)

The price is per person when purchasing a tour for two

Did you know that Hong Kong was recognized as the most visited city by tourists in 2017? Not surprisingly, almost half choose to travel independently.

By the way, a regular tour to China, to Hainan Island, can be diversified by adding a couple of days in Hong Kong! The flight will only take about one and a half hours.

Flights from Moscow to Hong Kong

The best option for getting to Hong Kong is, of course, by plane. And, ideally, on a direct flight :) Non-stop flights from Moscow are operated by Aeroflot.

• How often do flights depart from the capital? - Every day.
• Which months have the highest demand for air tickets? - The last ten days of October - the end of November, New Year and Christmas holidays, the first half of April.
• How long is the flight to Hong Kong? - Flight time from Moscow is on average 9 hours 20 minutes.
• What are the prices for air tickets Moscow-Hong Kong? - The cost of a round-trip ticket starts from 29,000 rubles.

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World fame came to Hong Kong long before this administrative region of China became popular among tourists. Now Hong Kong is considered one of the largest financial centers in the world. For travelers, it is interesting for its oriental culture, the combination of ancient and modern attractions, and the holidays and festivals that take place here and are quite frequent events. Next, we’ll look at what must-see attractions in Hong Kong.

1. Victoria Peak

Victoria Peak can easily be called one of the main tourist places in Hong Kong. You can get to the top of the attraction, which is located at an altitude of 552 meters, by cable car. From here there is a beautiful view of the city, and it is advisable to enjoy it both during the day and at night. In addition to contemplating the picturesque panorama of Hong Kong, tourists can visit the museum at the top, stroll through the park, sit in local cafes or go shopping. You can also take great photos here as a souvenir.

Opened in Hong Kong just over ten years ago, Disneyland quickly won the hearts of its guests. Along the main street of Disneyland there are a myriad of different souvenir shops and other shops. Next, depending on their preference, visitors are invited to explore three thematic areas of the attraction. One of the zones is dedicated to space travel and adventures, another to children's fairy tales, and the third awaits those who love extreme sports and nature. Overall, this is a very interesting place to visit in Hong Kong!

3. Ocean Park

Some of the best entertainment attractions in China include the Ocean Park in Hong Kong. The huge two-level building has a very entertaining program and a lot of exciting attractions. On the first tier, visitors will find a zoo, a museum where you can see extinct species of animals, and a thematic theater. The second tier is occupied by a wide variety of attractions, the world famous Atoll Aquarium and a sea lion sanctuary. You can spend the whole day in the Hong Kong Ocean Park and get a lot of holiday experiences.

The Planetarium is one of the most popular attractions in Hong Kong. Its building is designed in the form of a hemisphere, inside of which there are two halls: one of them is dedicated to the history of space exploration, the other – to astronomy in general. The planetarium invites its visitors to plunge into this fantastic world of space: here you can spend hours looking at images of the starry sky, attend thematic show programs and get acquainted with the astronomical exhibition. A visit to the Planetarium in Hong Kong is definitely worth it.

5. Walk of Stars in Hong Kong

China has given world cinema a large number of actors, directors and films. The Avenue of Stars in Hong Kong is dedicated to these people, perpetuating the city's memory of the great figures of Chinese cinema. The attraction is located in the port, from where one of the best views of Hong Kong extends. Along the entire length of the Alley you can see statues of the most famous film figures, and along the sidewalk there are monuments with the handprints of those who glorified Chinese cinema.

6. Big Buddha in Hong Kong

The pride of all China and a hot tourist spot in Hong Kong is considered to be the Big Buddha. This landmark of the Chinese capital is a large bronze statue of Buddha sitting in the lotus position, which is the largest of its kind in the world - its height is 34 meters. The monument symbolizes the harmonious relationship between man and nature and religion. The Big Buddha statue is located in the village of Ngon Pinh, where the cable car leads. To get the most out of your trip, you should use a cabin with a glass floor.

7. Madame Tussauds Hong Kong

Madame Tussauds Museum is quite popular among tourists in Hong Kong. Here visitors will be able to get closer to world-famous politicians, stars, scientists and artists. All exhibits are incredibly realistic. It is worth mentioning that the collection of Madame Tussauds in Hong Kong is an order of magnitude smaller than the one in London. A pleasant surprise for travelers will be the news that there are no prohibitions on photography here, so you can bring home a lot of photos with celebrities from your vacation.

8. Museum of Optical Illusions

The Museum of Optical Illusions occupies a special place among the attractions of both Hong Kong and all of China. It houses a collection of exhibits that were created using 3D technology. For tourists during a visit, there is one unusual, but very pleasant rule - photography is considered an integral part of the excursion, and therefore not only is not prohibited, on the contrary, it is highly recommended. Here visitors can try themselves in different roles and enjoy a new perspective on world masterpieces or beautiful landscapes.

9. Hong Kong Science Museum

The Hong Kong Science Museum is very popular with both locals and foreign tourists. The building of the attraction is designed in an unusual modern way, and inside guests will find a rich collection consisting of approximately 500 exhibits. Guests are allowed to come into contact with almost all exhibit items, and some are even recommended. The entire collection of the museum is located on four floors, each of which is dedicated to certain sciences.

10. Hong Kong History Museum

As you know, China is an ancient state with a rich history dating back thousands of years. The Hong Kong History Museum is one of the main cultural and historical attractions of the country. The exhibition is located in a huge building, but this is not enough to accommodate the entire collection of exhibits. Therefore, in our time, five branches have already been created that fully receive visitors. Guests will be able to get acquainted with the entire history of Chinese civilization in great detail. It will be very interesting to see such an exhibition in Hong Kong!

11. Sky100 observation deck

Hong Kong's special pride is the Sky100 Observation Deck. This place combines the opportunity to enjoy an incredible panorama of the city and learn a lot about its history and culture. This attraction got its name due to the fact that it is located on the hundredth floor of a skyscraper that occupies an international trade center. It is noteworthy that the Sky100 observation deck has an all-round view and from such a height almost the entire territory of Hong Kong is open to the eye. Due to this, the attraction attracts a huge number of visitors and is an exceptional destination for tourists and travelers.

12. Jumbo Floating Restaurant

The floating restaurant Jumbo in Hong Kong is very popular among tourists. The peculiarity and calling card of this attraction was its appearance. The ship has three decks, and in appearance it resembles a royal palace from the times of Ancient China. This idea was liked by foreign guests, and the floating restaurant is still in great demand. Visitors here are invited to try many dishes of national cuisine, including those from bygone eras. There is also the opportunity to enjoy different types of tea for which China is so famous. This is a great place in Hong Kong to relax between visiting other attractions!

13. Sha Tin Racecourse

In China, as throughout the world, gambling has been banned by the government. The only legal gambling activity where betting is allowed is horse racing. Therefore, the main attraction in this sport for the Chinese was the Sha Tin racetrack in Hong Kong. Its huge stadium seats 85 thousand visitors. Also, all bets and winnings payments are controlled by a special organization. For adrenaline junkies, a visit to the Sha Tin Racecourse will be a great opportunity to tickle your nerves, especially if you place a bet.

14. Light and music show “Symphony of Light”

Visiting Hong Kong and not seeing the light and music show “Symphony of Light” is equivalent to a crime. This attraction was included in the Guinness Book of Records, becoming the largest such show in the world. It is held in the evening of every day, so when traveling around Hong Kong, be sure to make time to visit the light and sound show. For fifteen minutes, fireworks are launched to the accompaniment of music and a laser show is turned on. The best way to watch the Symphony of Light is from the embankment where the Avenue of Stars is located. This is a great place in Hong Kong!

15. Wong Tai Sin Temple

Among the religious attractions of Hong Kong, the leading place is given to the Wong Tai Sin Temple. This place is highly revered by locals and is dedicated to an ancient Chinese deity. The temple was built on a rocky slope and occupies a truly vast area. Wong Tai Sin gained its popularity not only among the Chinese people, but also among foreign tourists, and the endless streams of visitors are proof of this. In addition, guests of the temple will be told many interesting legends and stories related to its construction and life.

16. Street of lazy pedestrians

The Street of Lazy Pedestrians has become especially famous among Hong Kong attractions. Although it would be more accurate to say that this is an escalator that is 3 kilometers long and connects several streets and districts of Hong Kong. It moves in two directions, but it should be noted that at an incredibly low speed, since it was not created for high-speed travel, but to connect streets and working areas with residential ones. Along the entire street of lazy pedestrians there are many shops and cafes, which can be reached via special platforms.

These are the attractions you can visit in Hong Kong, although if you have more time, you are sure to find many more interesting things. Thank you for your attention!

And for starters, a beautiful video of Hong Kong: