There are a plethora of things to do in Hong Kong, it is a very unique city where nowhere is quite like it, that’s one it’s always one of the top travel spots in Asia. From European countries to neighboring Asian countries, everyone comes here to experience the culture as a mix of both tradition and modernism. Be prepared to have a great time here and to help you decide what you want to do with your time, we helped compile a list of the top attractions Hong Kong has to offer which may interest you.
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The Peak
The Peak is a must-see destination for those who come to Hong Kong, the spot is where you can find the best view of the city and take a look at the grand skyline of Hong Kong to the mountains stretching further. This is the only a smart part of what there is to do at the peak, there are some cool stores to shop from here and check out the Madame Tussauds wax exhibits they have only display here or the Madness 3D Adventure, where you get to interact with 3D Art and provides a lot of interesting photo opportunities.
The Big Buddha
The Big Buddha located near Tung Chung is a major landmark here in Hong Kong. The 34-meter construct is one of the most visited attractions and can be reached by climbing the 268 step route to reach there. Next to the big buddha is the Po Lin Monastery, so stop by to check out the beautiful interior. If you made it this far out here too then you may as well, try some traditional Buddhist vegetarian dishes in Ngong Ping Village.
Lan Kwai Fong
Lan Kwai Fong is the epicenter of partying, it’s the place where you can find a lot of fancy bars and clubs with over 90 restaurants and bars that fill the district. This place attracts people from different cultures and races to visit every weekend and even for local office workers who come by just to relax after work, just to destress from the day or the working week. Lan Kwai Fong is known to host major festivals, carnivals, and celebrational holidays, examples of this would be beer festivals and St Patrick’s day.
Avenue of Stars
Hong Kong was once a powerhouse when it comes to film exports that can only be beaten by Hollywood and Bollywood. Icons were born in this industry with the likes of Bruce Lee, Shaw Brother, Jet Li, and Jackie Chan. Avenue of Star is a tribute to these icons and many others who have made contributions to the Hong Kong film industry. Feel free to take pictures with the bronze sculptures or the handprints placed on the floor of stars.
Disneyland Hong Kong
Disneyland is for those who want a nostalgic trip or want a place where you and the kids can have fun, take pictures with your favorite Disneyland characters and take a ride on the best attractions Disneyland has to offer. The Park is separated into 7 distinct theme areas to venture. Many of the new exhibits cater to adults as well like the revamped hyperspace mountain and the Iron Man Experience and don’t forget to buy products that can only be purchased here in the Disney store or check out the Disney character parade and the fireworks at the end of the night.
Ocean Park
If you prefer a more mature experience when it comes to them parks then you should pay a visit to Ocean Park where there are a lot of exciting rides, wonderful sea creatures and animals to see, be sure to meet Le Le and Ying Ying, two giant pandas that inhabit this park, then take a trip to the top of the mountains using the cable car. It should be noted that they have special Halloween attractions which have been known to be a great source of fun from haunted houses to thrilling rides.
Tai Kwun Centre for Heritage and Art
Tai Kwun is an area that is important to Hong Kong as it is one of the region’s biggest creative hubs. A relatively new attraction on our list, the area consists of 16 heritage buildings and a 200-seat auditorium and contains art exhibitions for you to explore. There are also the interactive tours that you can check out and if you have time you can participate in programs such as workshops for ceramics and art.
Tourists often flock to the famous temple street night market, where you can find a lot of cheap goods, ranging from Hong Kong souvenirs, toys and knock off watches, and more. A perfect place to soak up the local culture and find some cheap and unique items to bring back for friends and family. You can also get your fortune read by the long line of fortune teller stores around this area. Not only can you shop here, but there are also a number of cheap eats around here that you should really try, fresh seafood being on the top of the list.
PMQ
This is a center for design and creatives where the former Police Married Quarters have been turned into an Art Districts, you can find all sorts of vendors and galleries here showcasing the wonderful world of design, be it futuristic houseware, furniture, and other goods. There is an endless supply of things to see here. Pay a visit to the 100 creative stores as you can find quite a lot of unique fashion, accessories, jewelry, and other premium goods here. Many notable exhibitions are held here, they had the Kaws: Along The Way exhibition just last year which attracted an enormous amount of visitors here.