Hong Kong香港

Pearl of the OrientShopping ParadiseFood CapitalVictoria Harbour

Overview

Hong Kong is an international financial hub and tourist destination. Victoria Harbour's skyline is world-famous. The Peak offers panoramic harbour views. Avenue of Stars is a film lover's pilgrimage. Disneyland is a major Asian theme park. Hong Kong is a food paradise from Michelin restaurants to street eats — har gow, roast goose, milk tea, egg waffles are iconic. Temple Street Night Market and Mong Kok showcase local street culture.

Key Facts

Area1,106 km²
Population750万
LanguageCantonese and English
Best timeOct-Dec & Mar-Apr

Top Attractions

Victoria Harbour / Avenue of Stars

Victoria Harbour / Avenue of Stars

One of world's three great night views, Symphony of Lights show at 8pm. Avenue of Stars has Bruce Lee statue and celebrity handprints.

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The Peak (Victoria Peak)

The Peak (Victoria Peak)

Highest point on Hong Kong Island, take the Peak Tram up for 360° harbour views from Sky Terrace. Night view is spectacular.

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Hong Kong Disneyland

Hong Kong Disneyland

Major Asian theme park with 7 themed lands. Night castle light show is unmissable. Plan a full day.

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Temple Street Night Market

Temple Street Night Market

Hong Kong's most authentic night market with seafood stalls, fortune tellers, bargain goods. Popular film location.

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Food & Snacks

Har Gow / Dim Sum

Har Gow / Dim Sum

Yum cha culture icon, translucent skin with plump shrimp. Lin Heung and Luk Yu are classic tea houses.

Roast Goose

Roast Goose

King of Hong Kong BBQ, crispy skin tender juicy meat. Yung Kee and Kam's are must-try.

Silk Stocking Milk Tea / Egg Waffle

Silk Stocking Milk Tea / Egg Waffle

HK-style milk tea pulled through silk-stocking-like cloth, rich and smooth. Egg waffles crispy outside soft inside. Lan Fong Yuen is the original.

Festivals & Events

CNY Parade / Fireworks — Lunar January (Jan-Feb)

World & Intangible Heritage

Practical Tips

Octopus Card Essential

Octopus card works for transport, convenience stores and restaurants, buy immediately on arrival

Tipping Culture

High-end restaurants usually add 10% service charge, no extra tipping needed

Language

Cantonese and English are widely spoken, most service staff speak Mandarin

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