Careme & Matthew
Things To Do
Matt & Careme's Guide to Hong Kong
We'll keep this document updated with our favorite places as well as travel tips.
Victoria Harbour
A must do. There is no attraction in the city that is more iconic than the skyline of Hong Kong’s Victoria Harbour. From the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront, you can admire HK's iconic skyline and enjoy the daily 8pm light show, the Symphony of Lights. While you’re at the waterfront, head towards Tsim Sha Tsui East to check out the Tsim Sha Tsui promenade, Avenue of Stars, and Clock Tower.
Aqualuna (Tsim Sha Tsui Pier No. 1)
Set sail on Hong Kong’s iconic red-sail Chinese junk boats with stunning panoramic views of the city. There aren't that many traditional sampans in operation any more, so if you happen to see the red-sail sampans traversing the waters of the bay, it will more than likely be one of these vessels: Dukling and Aqualuna. Dukling is an original junk used by fishermen and the last of its kind in Hong Kong waters offering daytime, sunset, and symphony of light cruises. Meanwhile Aqualuna is more newly handcrafted offering comfy sofa seats and a variety of cruises like dimsum or or afternoon tea cruises.
The Peak
Another must do. Take the historic Peak Tram to reach the top and head over to the Sky Terrace on the top of the Peak Tower to enjoy a bird's eye view of HK.
Hong Kong Palace Museum
The Hong Kong Palace Museum presents over 900 artifacts from the national Palace Museum at the Forbidden City in Beijing. Many of them are on display in Hong Kong for the first time, while others have never been shown to the public before.
Ngong Ping 360
Take a 25 minute gondola lift up from Tung Chung to Ngong Ping and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Lantau Islands. If you're daring enough, take a ride on one of the crystal cabins where it features a glass bottom for a thrilling view of the sea and mountains. At the top, you'll find Ngong Ping Village where you can shop for souvenirs. A 10 minute walk will take you to the Big Buddha, also known as the Tian Tan Buddha that sits right next to the Po Lin Monastery.
Tai O
Tai O is a fishing village on the far end of Lantau Island in Hong Kong, which is home to the Tanka people who have built houses on over-the-water stilts. There, enjoy strolling through local shops and eateries while the many stray cats rub up against your legs. A 15 minute walk from the fishing village will take you to the Tai O Heritage Hotel - a former police station built in 1902. From Ngong Ping Village, you can take the No. 21 bus to Tai O.
Hong Kong Disneyland
Hong Kong's only other amusement/theme park aside from Ocean Park. Enjoy a day in Hong Kong Disneyland with some Hong Kong or Asia exclusive characters and souvenirs. Do not miss out on taking the Disney themed MTR train to Disneyland.
Tai Kwun
Located in Central (the Financial District of Hong Kong), Tai Kwun is a former Central Police Station, Central Magistracy and Victoria Prison. Today, it is a heritage-arts venue and a living record of the legal, judiciary and penal system in Hong Kong.
Kowloon Walled City Park
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of Hong Kong in a beautiful park with some troubling history. Kowloon Walled City Park is a beautiful garden featuring preserved artifacts from the former Kowloon Walled City — a Chinese garrison which became a lawless enclave for fugitives and criminal gangs through the 20th century.
Dragon's Back Hike
Did you know that Hong Kong is quite well known for hiking trails? Dragon's Back has been rated as one of the best if not THE best hike in Hong Kong as well as Time Magazine’s “Best Urban Hike in Asia” in Nov 2004. Don't forget to bring lots of water with you if you plan to hike in the hot and humid weather of Hong Kong.
Cup Noodles Museum Hong Kong
Learn the history behind instant noodles while enjoying fun exhibitions like making your own cup noodle!