Hong Kong activities with a young baby

Hong Kong probably wins out over Kowloon as far as dining and activities go but it's hardly a clear-cut victory - both parts of the city have their strengths. The local restaurant scene changes faster than the tiles on a mahjong​ board but the area around Queen's Road East and Ship Street in Wanchai is a red-hot restaurant area. Tim Ho Wan should be on your to-eat list but get there early, it's no reservations and the crowds come thick. Maybe try the one in HK Station rather than Mong Kok if you're staying in Central. One area I like is the Soho district, an enclave of funky designer boutiques, accessory shops, bars and hole-in-the-wall restaurants. Get there via the Mid-Levels travelator and hop off at Staunton Street. The city's dai pai dongs, the casual outdoor eateries, are fast disappearing and they're a bit of a legend but this style of eating might be difficult with a very young baby.

I really wouldn't be too ambitious with a child this age, their needs come first and it's going to be hot and sticky in June. Hong Kong draws huge numbers of Chinese tourists these days and that complicates some of the standard activities such as the Peak Tram. One of the best things you can do in Hong Kong is the Star Ferry ride across the harbour, great in the evening when the city lights up.

A hotel with a big pool and a shady garden should be high on your priority list.  The Island Shangri-La (shangri-la.com), Grand Hyatt (hongkong.grand.hyatt.com) and InterContinental (ihg.com) all qualify but there are plenty of choices lower down the price ladder as well.

The Discover Hong Kong website (discoverhongkong.com) has plenty of information that you should find useful.