Hong Kong is a big city and features like skyscrappers and efficient systems everywhere. The transport network is excellent, the shopping centres are sublime, and the temples and quiet corners of parks are contemplative oases.
The best thing about being in Hong Kong is getting flummoxed and fired by the confluences and contradictions of a Chinese city with multi-Asian and Western elements.
It's about savouring new tastes, weaving through a human gridlock and humming some dumb Cantopop tune while slurping your noodles.
When to Go
Weatherwise, October, November and most of December are the best months to visit Hong Kong; the skies are clear and the sun shines. The June to August heat/rain combo might push your endurance but there's a lot of sunshine and, after all, it's summer. Hotels tend to offer substantial discounts outside the high seasons of March-April and October-November. Travel can be difficult during Chinese New Year in late January/early February.
Famous Tourist Attractions
---Hong Kong Island---
Aberdeen
Aberdeen is a vibrant waterfront resort featured by traditional life of boat-dwellers and tasty seafood.
Causeway Bay
Causeway Bay is a popular commercial area serving as a shopping, dining and nightlife center.
Happy Valley
Happy Valley is a low-lying land where people gather to enjoy the excitement of horse racing or gambling in racecourse.
Man Mo Temple
Man Mo Temple is one of the oldest and most famous temples in Hong Kong built in the 1800s.
Ocean Park
Ocean Park is a major attraction in Hong Kong, famous for dolphin and sea lion's performances and many thrilling entertainments.
Repulse Bay
Repulse Bay is the most spectacular bay in southern Hong Kong. It is a luxurious residential area famous for dining, relaxation and aquatic activities.
Stanley
As a common but beautiful seaside village city, Stanley has many places of historical interest and scenic beauty.
Victoria Peak
Victoria Peak is said to be the best place to enjoy the multi-colorful night scene encompassing Hong Kong and Victoria Harbor.
Wanchai
Wanchai is a fabulous shopping center and popular attraction that can not be missed.
---Kowloon---
Hong Kong Coliseum
The coliseum looks like an inverted pyramid, being one of the major venues for world-class events.
Hong Kong Space Museum
It is another famous landmark in Hong Kong, easily recognized by its unique egg-shaped dome.
Kowloon Park
Built in a classical Chinese style, Kowloon Park is favored by many tourists and said to be the green lung at the centre of the city.
Star Ferry
Star Ferry is both a vehicle and an important symbol of Hong Kong and his over 100 years' history witnessed the changes taken place in the city.
Temple Street
This is a famous open air night market of Hong Kong known as the night club of the people.
Tsim Sha Tsui
Tsim Sha Tsui is one of the most prosperous areas and a concentration of stores, shopping malls, restaurants and office buildings.
Wong Tai Sin Temple
It is a famous Taoist Temple renowned among overseas Chinese in Southern Asia, Europe and America.
---New Territories---
Sai Kung Peninsula
As famous as the leisure garden of Hong Kong, Sai Kung is the second largest administrative district in Hong Kong boasting many tourist attractions.
Sha Tin
Sha Tin is a growing new town renowned for the second largest racecourse in Hong Kong and many shopping malls.
---Outlying Islands---
Cheung Chau Island
This dumbbell shaped small island has become a popular spot for recreation.
Hong Kong Disneyland
Disneyland is a must-see attraction in Hong Kong for your fantastic and magical journey.
Lamma Island
Lamma Island is the third largest island of the city and the ease of life lures many travelers and workers to spend their holidays or live there.
Lantau Island
Lantau Island is an ever wonderful spot to climb Phoenix Mountain to view and admire the sunrise.
Po Lin Monastery
Po Lin is a famous Buddhist monastery annually attracting many disciples from all over the world.
Nightlife & Entertainment
Come evening and Hong Kong wears a completely new look. Tourists, after a long day of sightseeing, shopping and other activities, head towards the glittering network of pubs, bars, casinos, karaoke and nightclubs. Residents shed the burden of the day and dedicate the night for partying. Night Park in Tsim Sha Tsui is known for its dashing look. Visit Hongkong nightlife spots to get a glimpse of the night life of the city.Entertainment options in the nights of Hong Kong are as follows :
Pubs and Bars
Hong Kong boasts some of the best pubs and bars in Asia, where one can chill out. Beer and alcohol from a myriad of countries make whole of Hong Kong a trendy nightlife area. Tourist and locals, both visit these bars for cool evening. Locals arrive for mental and physical after the day of hectic work, while tourists come with the view of sampling Hong Kong's delightful nightlife.
Clubs
Almost all hotels and clubs have clubs. These clubs are the city's trendiest hangouts where DJs entertain the guests with latest hits. Be sure of a club's restrictions before entering it. Despite the availability of a plethora of clubs and bars, you should choose a club choosing your needs.
Hong Kong nightclubs can be segregated in two streams: Western and Chinese. While Western clubs take care of the needs of foreign tourists, there are of the Chinese variety to cater to the locals and Chinese. Both the versions work for full entertainment of their patrons.
Casinos
Horse-tracks and pari-mutuel, only two types of gambling are legally allowed in Hong Kong. Tourists who desire to try their luck in gambling go to Macau, which is at 50-minute jetfoil ride away. Both the trip and the casions demand passports and the age limit is fixed. Dress code in Macau casions ranges from smart casual to formal.
Karaoke
The karaoke craze has inundated whole of Hong Kong, tantalising residents and tourists alike. Number of hotels, clubs, bars and restaurants have arranged for private rooms where people can assemble to sing songs. Some of these also employ a singer to sing with the customers.
Live Music
Live music is a standard feature of several hotels, restaurants, clubs and bars. The guests can entertain themselves listening to the live music. Piano tunes, latest pop and rock hits, as well as local favorites, can be heard in various nightlife spots. The live music of yesteryears or modern days can compel anyone to shake legs or tap hands.
Night Park
The glittering Night Park in Tsim Sha Tsui is thronged by people at nights. Dazzling neon lights give the Park a dashing look. People love to bathe in the light of the Park. You can indulge in activities like dining, watching movies and strolling. After lot of shopping, passing some hours in the Park is very relaxing.
