Hong Kong: Latest 2025 Travel Guide
🌆 Editor's Guide: A Complete Hong Kong Travel Guide
Hong Kong is a city that never sleeps, a fusion of skyscrapers, traditional street markets, world-class shopping, mountain and sea views, and a diverse culinary scene. Whether you enjoy shopping, taking photos, hiking, or dining, Hong Kong has it all!
📍 Must-see attractions in Hong Kong
1. The Peak
- Features : The highest point on Hong Kong Island, overlooking Victoria Harbour and the city skyline.
- Editor’s tip : Go in the evening to enjoy both the daytime and nighttime views, and take the mountaintop cable car for an even more enjoyable experience.
2. Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade & A Symphony of Lights
- Features : The best viewing point of Victoria Harbour, with a light and music show at 8pm.
- Editor’s suggestion : Remember to bring a tripod to take photos of the night view. The night view of Central on the other side of the river is super charming.
3. Central Ferris Wheel & Central Pier
- Features : The Ferris wheel overlooks the scenery of Hong Kong Island, and you can take the Star Ferry to Tsim Sha Tsui from the pier.
- Editor’s Tip : The Star Ferry is affordable and has a retro feel, making it a must-try transportation experience.
4. Temple Street Night Market
- Features : One of the most famous night markets in Hong Kong, it combines snacks, fortune-telling, and affordable goods.
- Editor's suggestion : Come shopping after dinner and have some clay pot rice.
5. Stanley
- Features : Seaside town style, with markets, cafes and beaches.
- Editor's tip : Suitable for a half-day trip, and stop by Repulse Bay to watch the sunset.
6. Hong Kong Disneyland
- Features : Asia's smallest but most exquisitely detailed Disney theme park, the newly opened "Frozen World" is extremely popular.
- Editor's reminder : There are fewer people on weekdays, so remember to download the official App to arrange your itinerary.
7. Tian Tan Buddha and Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car, Lantau Island
- Features : One of the largest outdoor bronze seated Buddhas in the world, with spectacular sea and mountain views along the cable car route.
- The editor recommends : Choose a crystal carriage, the transparent glass under your feet is more exciting.
8. Mong Kok Shopping District
- Features : Women's Street, Sneakers Street, Goldfish Street and other special streets are suitable for strolling and eating snacks.
- Editor’s tip : Don’t forget to try some of Hong Kong’s authentic street food.
🍜 Must-try food in Hong Kong
gourmet food | Recommended locations | Editor's Thoughts |
---|---|---|
Hong Kong-style milk tea | Australia Dairy Company, Lan Fong Yuen | Rich tea aroma and smooth milk flavor. |
egg tarts | Tai Cheong Bakery, Honolulu Cafe | The pastry is crispy and the egg flavor is rich. |
Barbecued Pork Rice/Steak Meat Platter | Yung Kee Restaurant, Wah Kee BBQ | The meat is juicy and goes great with oily rice. |
Wonton Noodles | Mak's Wonton Noodles | The shrimp wontons have thin skin and rich fillings, and the soup base is fragrant. |
Clay Pot Rice | Temple Street, Four Seasons Clay Pot Rice | The rice absorbs the sauce and is super crispy. |
Egg waffles | Lee Keung Kee North Point Egg Waffles | Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, sweet but not greasy. |
Steamed Vermicelli Roll | Street stalls | Smooth and tender with sweet sauce and sesame, full of Hong Kong flavor. |
🚇 Hong Kong Transportation Guide
1. Metro (MTR)
- Covering major areas in Hong Kong, fast and convenient.
- Editor's Tip : Buying an Octopus card is time-saving and convenient.
2. Bus/Minibus
- Suitable for going to the suburbs or mountain tops, etc.
- Minibuses are fast but have fewer seats, while buses have double-decker view seats.
3. Star Ferry
- Travel between Tsim Sha Tsui and Central/Wan Chai with affordable fares and superb views.
4. Ding Ding Car (Tram)
- A unique mode of transport in Hong Kong Island, suitable for leisurely travel around Central and Causeway Bay.
5. Taxi
- It is divided into three colors: red, green and blue, serving Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and New Territories respectively.
6. Airport Express
- It takes about 24 minutes from Hong Kong International Airport to Central, which is convenient and fast.
🎯 Editor recommends a 4-day itinerary
Day 1 : Victoria Peak → Central Ferris Wheel → Star Ferry → Tsim Sha Tsui Harbour Night View
Day 2 : Mong Kok Ladies' Market & Sneaker Street → Temple Street Night Market → Clay Pot Rice
Day 3 : Tian Tan Buddha, Lantau Island → Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car → Stanley & Repulse Bay Sunset
Day 4 : Hong Kong Disneyland Day Trip