20 Ultimate Things To Do In Hong Kong

It’s not long after the wheels have hit the tarmac that Hong Kong’s fast-paced energy becomes palpable. The city welcomes newcomers with rushing metro trains and crops of skyscrapers that seem to spring up by the minute. To get your bearings, it’s important to understand the geography: Hong Kong is split into two major areas—Hong Kong Island to the south, and the Kowloon Peninsula up north—with Victoria Harbour running through the middle. On either side, a mesmerizing collection of high-rises lures photographers and architecture lovers from all over the world. While compact, the city of 7.3 million delivers an immense breadth of experiences. With any luck, you’ll savor tea and dim sum on a daily basis, drink cold beers in a colonial building, trek to The Peak and get pleasantly lost in a fishing village on Peng Chau Island. You’d need a lifetime to do everything, but this list of 20 must-do Hong Kong experiences should provide a comprehensive introduction to this endlessly fascinating city.


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