Best Places To Visit in Hong Kong
The best things to do in Hong Kong are so varied it often takes more than one trip to fit them all in. From early morning hikes and temple visits, to frantic shopping raids, unique dining experiences and the excitement of theme park rides, betting at the racing track, and partying the night away in downtown - Hong Kong's best attractions are suitable for all seasons and its pretty much guaranteed everyone will find a niche to fall in love with. Hong Kong is an endlessly fascinating destination due to its rich history, its cultural diversity and for its many faces just waiting for you to discover.
#1 The Skyline
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Hong Kong’s signature attraction; the crowd of skyscrapers arched around the waters of Victoria Harbour on Hong Kong Island are a jaw dropping scene. There are more skyscrapers on this scrap of land than anywhere else in the world. It's worth making time to see the skyline both in the day, from Victoria Peak, and at night, when it plays host to the Symphony of Lights laser and light show.
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#2 A Walled Village
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Yes, Hong Kong does have a history. It might seem like the territory’s past only stretches back to the days of opium boxes, warships, and Britain, but some of Hong Kong’s villages are over 500 years old.
Much of their still heritage remains intact. You'll find defensive walls, ancestral halls, and traditionally dressed villagers. |
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#3 Lamma Island
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A few days amidst the crowds on Hong Kong Island can have you feeling like you need to lie down in a dark room. Do the next best thing and go to Lamma Island. This rural retreat offers jungle greenery, deserted beaches and ramshackle villages stuffed with seafood restaurants. There are no cars on the island so be sure to pack a good pair of legs if you want to go exploring.
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#4 Ngong Ping Cable Car
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Nikko is a small town at the entrance to Nikko National Park, most famous for Toshogu, Japan’s most lavishly decorated shrine and the mausoleum of Tokugawa Ieyasu. Another popular attraction is the red-lacquered Shin-kyō bridge. One of the popular places to visit in Japan, the national park offers scenic mountainous landscapes, lakes, waterfalls, wild monkeys and many hiking trails. While stunning scenery is available year ‘round, fall is an especially good time to visit Nikko. That’s when leaves transform the landscape with spectacular bursts of color.
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#5 The Temples
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Temples continue to play an integral part in the life of Hong Kongers and on major festivals, you’ll see them overflowing with locals bearing gifts to please the gods. Noisy, colorful, and chaotic, the temples are usually cloaked in smoke from the constantly burning incense sticks and boldly and beautifully decorated with traditional Chinese motifs and designs. Try Man Mo Temple near Hollywood Road to start.
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