If you’re looking for the perfect Hong Kong travel itinerary that covers all the must-see things in the city, from a local, you’ve come to the right place.
Hong Kong is one of the most vibrant cities in the world. It’s a perfect blend of east and west, modernity and culture, concrete jungle and real jungle! And honestly, it can be so much fun discovering and exploring Hong Kong for the first time!
THE LOGISTICS
Hong Kong consists of 4 main parts –
Hong Kong Island,
Kowloon,
New Territories, and
Outlying Islands.
It’s worth noting that Hong Kong International Airport is on an island called Lantau (bottom-left corner on this map). And the main city is confined within the north of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon.
HE ULTIMATE HONG KONG ITINERARY
Alright, now that we’ve got the basic logistics out of the way, let’s get down to exploring Hong Kong.
DAY 1
Explore The City
Let’s spend the first day discovering the city.
HEAD TO VICTORIA PEAK
Hong Kong probably has the most iconic skyline in the world. With 355 skyscrapers in the city, it has the highest number of skyscrapers in the world! There’s no reason for you to not admire this skyline on your first day! And Victoria Peak has some of the best views of Hong Kong. On a clear day, you can see miles into Kowloon from the Peak.
GO ON A FOOD TOUR
One of the best ways to discover Hong Kong is through your palate. Known for its wonton noodles, BBQ meats, and a range of local delicacies, Hong Kong is best experienced through its food!
WALK ABOUT CENTRAL & SHEUNG WAN
After the food tour, take some time to discover Central and Sheung Wan. Wander aimlessly amidst Hong Kong’s financial hub, or discover hidden gems.
For instance, did you know that you can go up from the Central MTR to Mid-Levels (up the hill)? The Mid-Level escalator system forms the longest outdoor covered escalator system in the world. Or you could walk down to Man Mo Temple, a declared monument and one of the city’s oldest temples.
BE DAZZLED BY THE SYMPHONY OF LIGHTS
After having seen the skyline from Victoria Peak in the morning, hop across Victoria Harbour to get a different perspective of Hong Kong’s magnificent skyscrapers. Head to the waterfront at Tsim Sha Tsui for the famous sound & light show dubbed ‘The Symphony of Lights’.
DAY 2
Explore Hong Kong’s Parks & Gardens
On the second day, why not explore a few gardens, parks, or even theme parks? And then wrap it up with a visit to Hong Kong’s famous night market.
GO TO OCEAN PARK OR DISNEYLAND
Hong Kong is home to two incredible theme parks – Ocean Park and Disneyland.
Personally, I love Ocean Park! Situated on top of a hill, surrounded by sea on all sides, and great rides – what’s not to love?! Ocean Park is plenty big, and has enough attractions to keep kids and adults entertained for a long time.
VISIT A NIGHT MARKET
After spending your day at the parks, cool down by experiencing Hong Kong’s night markets. There are two night markets in the city – Temple Street Night Market, and the Ladies Market.
TEMPLE STREET NIGHT MARKET
Temple Street Night Market is located in Jordan (Kowloon side). To get to Temple Street, take the MTR to Jordan station and follow the signs for Temple Street at Exit A. Here you can buy souvenirs, clothes and accessories, toys, and just a whole bunch of knickknacks.
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