Upper Lascar Row (Cat Street)
Upper Lascar Row (Cat Street) Some call it a flea market and some call it a bazaar. What Upper Lascar Row definitely is, is a shopping heaven for all those on the hunt for treasures and antiques. Lascars were Indian seamen who traded between China and the Middle East and found their accommodations
Two International Finance Centre (IFC)
Two International Finance Centre (IFC) Two International Finance Centre (IFC) was added to the IFC mall in 2003 and currently ranks as Hong Kong’s second tallest building (and the tallest on Hong Kong Island) at 1,362 feet (415 meters) and 88 floors. This slender tower, rising above the skyline on
Trick Eye Museum
Trick Eye Museum The concept of the Trick Eye Museum originated in Korea, although they now feature within various cities across Asia. The Hong Kong Trick Eye Museum is located within the Peak Galleria on Hong Kong Island. It’s a fun and interactive attraction that incorporates 3D artwork and opti
Temple Street Night Market (Men’s St.)
Temple Street Night Market (Men’s St.) This market in Kowloon’s Jordan district is best known for selling men’s clothing and accessories. The market starts at 2pm and really gets going around dusk, when the street is closed to vehicles and shoppers swarm into the street. The activity continues wel
Tai Po Kau Nature Reserve
Tai Po Kau Nature Reserve Unlike many of Hong Kong’s country parks, popular destinations for outdoor recreation and barbecues, Tai Po Kau Nature Reserve keeps Mother Nature front and center. Occupying 1,137 acres (460 hectares) of forested area, Tai Po Kau represents Hong Kong’s most extensive woo
St Johns Cathedral
St Johns Cathedral Construction on the Gothic-style St. John’s Cathedral was completed in 1849, and services have been held every year since except for during World War II, when the Japanese military used it briefly as a social club. The cathedral was heavily damaged in the war, its wooden doors w
Sham Shui Po
Sham Shui Po Sham Shui Po is how Hong Kong markets used to be. Situated in a working class district of Hong Kong, the streets of Sham Shui Po are known for selling a vast range of goods, mainly electronics and fabrics. A shopaholics dream, the selection of goods on offer here is truly astounding,
Sai Kung East Country Park
Sai Kung East Country Park When you envision Hong Kong, beautiful deserted beaches might not be the first things that come to mind, but that’s just what you’ll find within Sai Kung East Country Park. Encompassing 17 square miles (45 square kilometers) on the Sai Kung Peninsula in eastern Hong Kong
Sai Kung
Sai Kung When the frenetic pace, flashing LED lights and crowded streets of Hong Kong become a bit overwhelming, consider spending a day at the beach in Sai Kung. Located on the Sai Kung Peninsula, Sai Kung District is the second largest by area in Hong Kong, though the area is largely rural. Sai
Plover Cove Reservoir
Plover Cove Reservoir The Plover Cove Reservoir was built within Hong Kong Geopark in 1968 by constructing a barrier across the mouth of a bay and siphoning out seawater while replacing it with freshwater from the mainland. It’s the largest reservoir in Hong Kong by area and the first in the world
North Point
North Point North Point is a district on Hong Kong Island’s eastern side, projecting out towards Kowloon Bay across the river. It’s situated between Causeway Bay and Quarry Bay.North Point is a traditional neighborhood with family-run eateries and bustling wet markets surviving side by side with a
Noah’s Ark
Noah’s Ark Located on Ma Wan Island overlooking the Rambler Channel near the Tsing Ma Bridge, Noah’s Ark is the world’s first full-sized replica of the famous biblical vessel and a favorite Hong Kong attraction for families traveling with young children.The centerpiece of the park, clearly visible
Nathan Road
Nathan Road Hong Kong’s Nathan Road is the main thoroughfare in Kowloon that runs from from Tsim Sha Tsui to Sham Shui Po. This busy street is lined with a huge array of food and shopping outlets and can usually be found brimming with tourists.Nathan Road is the oldest street in Kowloon and these
Nan Lian Gardens
Nan Lian Gardens The golden temple, brilliant red bridge and colorful flowers of Nan Lian Garden have been welcoming travelers in search of ancient Chinese beauty since its doors opened in 2006. Visitors to this classic garden will find relaxing ponds and trickling streams, expertly pruned trees a
Lippo Center
Lippo Center The Lippo Center is a twin-tower skyscraper situated on Hong Kong Island that was designed by the American architect, Paul Rudolph. The unique building has become an iconic Hong Kong landmark and has been nicknamed The Koala Tree on account of the protruding windows bearing a similari
Lan Kwai Fong
Lan Kwai Fong With over 100 bars, restaurants, clubs and retailers, Lan Kwai Fong is considered Hong Kong’s dining and entertainment destination. Its convenient location just around the corner from Central makes the area a mainstay for locals, expats and travelers looking for the perfect nighttime
Hong Kong Science Museum
Hong Kong Science Museum More than 500 exhibits, most of them hands-on, fill the halls and rooms of the Hong Kong Science Museum, so when you’ve had your fill of staring at paintings and ancient artifacts in glass cases, you’ll find this museum entertaining for both kids and adults. The museum’s 1
Hong Kong Observation Wheel
Hong Kong Observation Wheel The Hong Kong Observation Wheel, one of the city’s newest attractions, rises 197 feet (60 meters) above the Central Harbourfront. The wheel features 42 temperature-controlled gondolas equipped with free WiFi and takes riders — eight per gondola — on four rotations for s
Hong Kong Global Geopark
Hong Kong Global Geopark If you’ve ever tried to imagine what Hong Kong looked like before the glass and concrete jungle, a visit to Hong Kong Global Geopark will give you a pretty good idea. Located in the New Territories, the park encompasses the Sai Kung Volcanic Rock Region and the Northeast N
Heritage Museum
Heritage Museum If you are looking for a unique, out of the way experience the Heritage Museum, nestled in a wooded area on the edge of the New Territories is worth the trek. The museum focuses on the art, culture and history of the New Territories, the biggest and least populated area of Hong Kon
