Travel to Hong Kong
Places of Interest
Kowloon
Tsim Sha Tsui
As well as jaw-dropping shopping and dining options, the tourist heartland of Tsim Sha Tsui is one of Hong Kong's most diverse and exhilarating locales. There is something for everyone here, from the bright lights of streets that never sleep to tranquil parks and architectural reminders of the colonial years, like the Clock Tower built in 1915 as part of the Kowloon-Canton Railway Terminus.
Yau Ma Tei and Mong Kok
Just north of Tsim Sha Tsui is lively Yau Ma Tei, which means "place of sesame plants" in Chinese and reflects the area's rural heritage. A few blocks north, Mong Kok has long held the distinction of being one of the world's most densely populated urban areas.
Lively open-air Temple Street Night Market is the most popular haunt for bargains. Though it opens at 2:00pm, the market really comes to life at dusk. The Ladies' Market on Tung Choi Street, meanwhile, is the day time equivalent of Temple Street Night Market.
Hong Kong Island
Central
Formerly Hong Kong's "capital" known as Victoria, Central is the seat of government and the financial and banking centre. In contrast to Western district, it is a shimmering cityscape of skyscrapers and marble shopping malls. More surprisingly, perhaps, it also boasts delightful parklands and pockets of charming colonial architecture.
Lan Kwai Fong and SoHo
A cheerful warren of Western-style restaurants, nightclubs, delicatessens and bars, Lan Kwai Fong is an L-shaped, cobble-stoned lane just a stone's throw above Central's cluster of skyscrapers. Nearby lanes are also buzzing with bistros and pubs in what is Hong Kong's trendiest nightlife area.
Stroll along Hollywood Road and you'll soon discover Hong Kong's "SoHo", the area "South of Hollywood Road". The neighbourhood offers a wide range of upmarket eateries and watering holes congregated mainly on Staunton, Shelley and Elgin streets.
Outlying Islands
Lantau Island
Home of Hong Kong International Airport, Lantau Island is a major tourist attraction. Twice the size of Hong Kong Island, yet currently home to just over 25,000 people, it is steeped in history and blessed with magnificent mountains and fine beaches, as well as the world's largest, seated, outdoor bronze Buddha statue. Also located on Lantau Island are two great new family attractions, Hong Kong Disneyland and the Ngong Ping 360 cable car and village.
Lamma Island
Lamma Island is one of Hong Kong's most adored weekend getaways. In fact, many city folk love the island so much that they have moved here in recent years, creating a thriving community of expatriates and commuting locals. Clean air, golden beaches, delicious seafood and fantastic hiking are the main draws.
