Hong Kong is blessed with many popular attractions and sightseeing opportunities. You will find endless things to see and do. China Highlights has listed the top 10 things to do in Hong Kong for you. These are places and sights that give Hong Kong its highlights and unique local color.
1. Hong Kong Skyline
Hong Kong, one of Asia’s biggest and most international cities, also enjoys one of the world’s most impressive skylines, particularly at night. With the Victoria Harbour splitting the city in two, Hong Kong is a forest of skyscrapers squeezed together in front of a backdrop of green hills on both the Hong Kong Island and Kowloon sides.
2. Ride the Star Ferry
The Star Ferry is one of the best ways to enjoy the view of the skyline of Victoria Harbor. The Star Ferry has been used to carry passengers from Hong Kong Island to Kowloon and back since 1888.
You can embark on a trip from Tsim Sha Tsui Pier on the Kowloon Peninsula to either its Central Pier or Wan Chai Pier on the Hong Kong Island side. The shortest voyage takes about 7 minutes and costs US$0.25. It is memorable to take a close look at so many towering skyscrapers while floating on the calm waters. At 8pm, you can see the light show from the ferry.
3. Have Fun at Ocean Park
Hong Kong’s biggest and most popular theme park is Ocean Park. Along with acrobatic sea mammals, there are exhibits of other sea creatures. The Amazing Asian Animals section has pandas. You can ride the sky tram to see the scenery. There is a roller coaster and many other big rides. See our One-Day Hong Kong Ocean Park Tour Package.
4. Take the Tram to Victoria Peak
With an elevation of 552 meters, Victoria Peak is the highest point on Hong Kong Island. It is the best place to look out over the towering city skyline.
Riding the 125-year-old Peak Tram is a visual experience. This 8-minute trip will offer you sweeping views of Hong Kong Island’s skyscrapers, verdant trees, and walking paths.
On the peak, you will feast your eyes on a sea of skyscrapers and the city’s beautiful blue waterways, and even the green hills of the distant New Territories, if the weather permits. At night, you can enjoy the beautiful night view of Hong Kong – a dazzling galaxy of light.
5. Enjoy a Macau Day Trip
Only an hour away by ferry, another world awaits you with Portuguese buildings to see, a different style of cuisine to taste, and huge casino resorts. The world’s biggest gambling city is a big change of pace from Hong Kong.
6. Explore Lantau Island
Lantau Island is the largest island in Hong Kong. It is still a sparsely populated island of natural parkland, beaches, mountains, and hiking and biking trails. You can get away to this island for relaxation, sightseeing, and outdoor adventures.
The popular attractions on Lantau Island are:
1. Po Lin Monastery: The monastery has one of the biggest bronze statues of Buddha in a sitting position in the world.
2. Disneyland: It is a fairy tale world with classic Disney attractions, unique shops and restaurants, and dazzling live entertainment in a delightful setting. Travel with us to enjoy a worry-free Disneyland tour including tickets and transf