Situated on the mainland facing Hong Kong Island across Victoria Harbour, Kowloon represents Hong Kong’s jam-packed, slightly grittier side, with highlights including night markets, museums, and shopping. The districts of Kowloon rank among the most interesting in the city, offering a glimpse of what working-class Hong Kong is all about; the Yau Ma Tei and Mong Kok districts, in particular, are densely populated.
The Ngong Ping 360 connects Tung Chung to Ngong Ping plateau, home to the iconic Big Buddha, Po Lin Monastery, and Ngong Ping Village. Opened in 2006, the cable car provides easy access to the hillside attractions, and its views of Lantau Island and beyond have made the gondola journey itself a tourist attraction in its own right.
Located along the Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade, the Avenue of Stars is Hong Kong’s answer to the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Reopened in 2019 after a multiyear renovation with an improved design and sustainable features, the Avenue of Stars features handprints and statues of movie stars and stunning, unobstructed views of Victoria Harbor.
The quaint Aberdeen fishing village is famous for its picturesque harbor, where local Tanka boat people live on houseboats, junks, and sampans lashed together in messy rows bobbing in the shadow of modern skyscrapers. Situated between Hong Kong Island and smaller Ap Lei Chau, Aberdeen Harbour is home to one of Hong Kong’s most famous seafood restaurants (and among the largest floating restaurants in the world), Jumbo Kingdom.
Since its construction in 1910, the Hong Kong Clock Tower has become one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks. The area in front of the tower, which was built to commemorate the railway line between Kowloon and mainland China, has become a popular hangout among locals, making it a great spot for people watching.
Located in Mongkok, Flower Market Road is one of the most colorful and fragrant roads in the city. At the Hong Kong Flower Market, located here, you’ll find everything from delicate orchids and bonsai trees to succulents, exotic plants, and fresh-cut flowers, as well as seeds, containers, accessories, and gardening and floral supplies.
With its sinuous, undulating roof and glass frontage, the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC pulls focus even amid Hong Kong Island’s dramatic skyline. A landmark in its own right, it’s home to a number of restaurants, including Golden Bauhinia, a popular spot for watching the nightly light show over Victoria Harbour.
Located in Kowloon, Goldfish Market (Tung Choi Street) is one of the more unusual streets in Hong Kong. As the name suggests, the street is full of shops and stalls selling goldfish, as well as other types of fish and marine creatures, amphibians, reptiles, and other small animals, along with aquarium supplies and accessories.
The 197-foot-tall (60-meter) Hong Kong Observation Wheel, or Hong Kong Ferris Wheel, is the city’s answer to the London Eye and the Singapore Flyer. Located prominently at the Central Harbourfront, the wheel offers passengers sweeping views of Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, Victoria Harbour, and surrounding areas—day and night.
The Mong Kok district in Kowloon is one of the busiest and most densely populated areas in the world. Known for its lively street markets, massive shopping malls, a seemingly endless array of food options, as well as billboards, neon, and people everywhere, it’s also a great place to experience local Hong Kong culture.
Located in Diamond Hill, the beautiful Nan Lian Gardens offers a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of Hong Kong. Built in the style of a traditional Tang Dynasty garden, Nan Lian Garden offers lush greenery, ornamental rocks, ponds, bridges, waterfalls, and pavilions, all set against a backdrop of mountains and skyscrapers.
The fishing village of Tai O, located on the western coast of Lantau Island, is known for its traditional culture and seafaring way of life. Once a bustling trade port, the village features stilt houses, seafood markets, and graded buildings that provide insight into a Hong Kong of the past, while its street food, cafes, and wildlife-watching boat tours keep it a popular destination today.
Temple Street Night Market (Men’s St.) is one of the biggest and busiest night markets in Hong Kong. Stretching for 1,968 feet (600 meters), it brims with clothing for men and women along with a wide range of goods, from DVDs and electronics to accessories and souvenirs, as well as food stalls, fortune tellers, and street performers.
The blend of Chinese culture and classic Disney®at Hong Kong Disneyland®separates it from its sister parks throughout the world. Explore Hong Kong’s largest theme park to discover rides, shows, and restaurants that bring famous Disney®characters to life to life, including Mickey Mouse, Frozen’s Elsa, and more.
Considered one of the best urban hikes in Asia, Dragon’s Back runs along a ridge, resembling its namesake, in Shek O Country Park. It’s a great way to escape Hong Kong’s concrete jungle and see stunning views of Shek O beach, Tai Long Wan (or Big Wave Bay), Tai Tam Bay, Stanley Peninsula, and the South China Sea.
Located in north Kowloon, Wong Tai Sin Temple (Sik Sik Yuen) is one of the most famous and popular temples in Hong Kong. Although dedicated to the Immortal Wong, a Taoist deity of healing, the temple caters to Taoist, Buddhist, and Confucian worshippers. The beautifully ornamented temple is also famous for fortune-telling and answering prayers.
The largest of Hong Kong’s outlying islands, Lantau is twice the size of Hong Kong Island, yet it has only a fraction of the population. Where Hong Kong is an urban jungle of sorts, Lantau is a mostly quiet escape famous for its long beaches, traditional fishing villages, Buddhist monuments, outlet shopping, and mountainous interior popular with hikers. The northern tip of the island is home to both Hong Kong International Airport and Hong Kong Disneyland.
The Hong Kong skyline glints with thousands of high-rises, and it's one of the top attractions in the city. The iconic skyscrapers inhabit both Hong Kong Island and Kowloon and are visible day or night. Nighttime views are most popular, however, as that's when buildings on both sides of Victoria Harbor light up.
Located on the South Side of Hong Kong Island, Repulse Bay offers a beach resort environment in close proximity to the city. An up-market residential neighborhood with a beautiful, crescent-shaped public beach, and plenty of amenities, Repulse Bay is an easy and popular escape from the hustle and bustle of Hong Kong.
Located in the heart of bustling Tsim Sha Tsui, Chungking Mansions offers a diverse collection of shops, restaurants, bed-and-breakfasts, small businesses, and residences spread over 17 floors and five blocks. Visit the Chungking Mansions and you’ll find a melting pot of global commerce and cultures.
Every night at 8pm, Hong Kong puts on a free spectacular light show, highlighting the skyscrapers lining both sides of Victoria Harbour. Named by Guinness World Records as the largest permanent light and sound show in the world, A Symphony of Lights includes more than 40 of Hong Kong’s key buildings in its spectacle of laser beams, colored lights, searchlights, and synchronized music.
One of Hong Kong’s most popular dining, entertainment, and nightlife destinations, Lan Kwai Fong has the highest concentration of watering holes in the city: more than 100 restaurants, bars, and clubs are all crammed into just a few blocks. Conveniently located in Central, it’s where expats, locals, and visitors go to eat, drink, and be merry.
Set atop a mountain overlooking the rocky coast of Hong Kong Island, Ocean Park offers visitors white-knuckle thrills, family-friendly rides, and wildlife exhibits. A top draw for wildlife lovers, the zoo houses two giant pandas, and the aerial cable car ride to Thrill Mountain reveals unrivalled views of the Hong Kong peninsula.
Get up close and personal with the biggest names in film, television, music, sports, politics, history, and more at Madame Tussauds Hong Kong. Located on Victoria Peak, the Hong Kong branch of the world-famous Madame Tussauds features more than 10 interactive zones and over 100 incredibly lifelike wax figures.
See a more authentic side of Hong Kong in the vibrant working-class district of Sham Shui Po. Located in Kowloon, this district welcomes visitors and locals to shop for a wide variety of goods at bargain prices, enjoy one of the many traditional local eateries, check out the burgeoning art scene, and to go off the beaten path.
In a city full of striking skyscrapers, Lippo Centre stands out with its unusual design. Nicknamed the “Koala Tree” for its resemblance to koalas climbing a tree, the building, which was designed by American architect Paul Rudolph, consists of two office towers with a large common atrium and a 4-story retail podium at its base.
The 88-story Two International Finance Centre (Two IFC), completed in 2003, is the second-tallest building in Hong Kong and the tallest on Hong Kong Island. Towering above the island skyline and standing apart from other skyscrapers, this Hong Kong Island landmark attracts visitors for its sweeping views and proximity to world-class shopping.
As a region surrounded by water, it’s not surprising that Hong Kong has over 70 temples dedicated to Tin Hau, goddess of the sea and protector of fishermen and sailors. Located in Kowloon, the Tin Hau Temple at Yau Ma Tei is one of the most popular and easily accessible of these and offers a peaceful escape from the bustling city.
Located in Lantau, Precious Lotus (Po Lin) Monastery is one of the most popular Buddhist temples and tourist attractions in Hong Kong. Famed for the Tian Tan Buddha, or Big Buddha, visitors flock here to see the 112-feet-tall (38-meter) Buddha and to enjoy the peaceful environment of the monastery and surroundings.
Located on the 100th floor of the International Commerce Centre (ICC), Hong Kong’s tallest building, Sky100 Hong Kong Observation Deck is the city's highest observation deck at 1,289 feet (393 meters) above sea level. It’s also the only indoor observation deck in Hong Kong offering 360-degree views of Hong Kong and Victoria Harbour.
