From Eating to Shopping – Top 6 Experiences in Hong Kong

Dim sum steamers at a Chinese restaurant, Hong Kong. Hong Kong Top Experiences

Eating Your Way Around Hong Kong

Hong Kong is known for great food and dim sum is something that must be enjoyed during a visit. Once you've had your fill of the city's dim sum, the seafood at Lei Yue Mun, Sai Kung and Lamma Island offer dining with a sea view and the selection of western restaurants in SoHo and Lan Kwai Fong have this Canadian living in Singapore visiting just to eat the food.

Laser show in Victoria Harbor of Hong Kong. Hong Kong Top Experiences

Taking in the Symphony of Lights

The downtown sky scrapers around Victoria Harbour come alive every night at 8pm for A Symphony of Lights - a dazzling display of laser beams and coordinated light sequence. The show incorporates over 40 buildings and is the world's largest permanent light and sound show. While in the area, stroll by the Avenue of Stars.

The Peak Tram Ride Hong Kong. Hong Kong Top Experiences

View From The Peak

The Peak is one of Hong Kong's most popular attractions. We can see why with it's dazzling view over the city and fun optional tram ride to the top.

Hong Kong Disney Land Hong Kong Top Experiences
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Day at the Theme Parks

Hong Kong Disney land and Ocean Park Hong Kong attract millions of visitors each year. If you're travelling to Hong Kong with Kids, there's a good chance these have already been added to your must do list by them.

Hong Kong Junk Boat Ride Hong Kong Top Experiences

Sightseeing from a Boat

Enjoy a view of the city from the water. For just a couple dollars, enjoy a trip on one of the Star Ferries crossing between Hong Kong Island and Kowloon or splurge on a Junk Boat ride that can take you further to one of the neighbouring beaches.

 
China, Hong Kong antique street market

Shopping at One of the Many Markets

Exploring the different markets in Hong Kong is an often a packed, chaotic adventure. Choose between Stanley Market, Ladies Market and Temple Street Market for a bit of everything including clothes and souvenirs. Then the Gold Fish Market and Bird Garden are a unique display of animals. While the Cat Market might have you expecting a market selling cats, this is the place to find antiques and more. See more Hong Kong Markets

For more ideas on things to see, do, stay and eat in Hong Kong take a look at the Lonely Planet Pocket Hong Kong Travel Guide

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