How to Spend a Week in Hong Kong
I lived in Shenzhen, China, right across the border from Hong Kong. I love being so close to the city with the most skyscrapers in the world, an overwhelming variety of foods, and endless shopping locations. I can never take enough trips to the city. Hong Kong is the ideal location for travelers wanting to experience Asia without “roughing it.” Although this schedule is flexible, there are ways to make the most of a week in Hong Kong.
DAY 1: VICTORIA PEAK
Victoria Peak is the tallest mountain in Hong Kong, where you have a 360-degree view of the city. Most people reach the top by paying HK$88, or US$11, for a round-trip ticket on the famous tram. If you want to avoid the long line for the tram, though, you can take a taxi to the top and walk back down. If you are traveling with several people, splitting the cost of a taxi is a good option.
DAY 2: VICTORIA HARBOUR
The harbour is one of the most visited spots in Hong Kong. There are a variety of cruises to choose from. The Star Ferry tour lasts one hour and takes you by some of the most popular sights in the city.
DAY 3: DISNEYLAND
Everyone loves Disneyland! A day ticket costs HK$589 or HK$419 for a child under age eleven. Ride the roller coasters Hyperspace Mountain and Grizzly Mountain Runaway Mine Cars.
DAY 4: TIAN TAN BUDDHA
Tian Tan Buddha, or “Big Buddha,” is located on Lantau Island. The metro takes you straight to the island, so you don’t have to bother catching a ferry. Spend a couple of hours hiking to the top of the Buddha to watch the sunset.
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DAY 5: MONG KOK
Mong Kok is a metro station where you can find several huge markets, including the Ladies Market, Sneakers Market, and Goldfish Market. Don’t forget to haggle! Grab breakfast at Kam Wah Café. Eat dinner at the affordable, formerly Michelin-starred restaurant One Dim Sum, where you should definitely order the barbecue pork dumplings and mango rolls.
DAY 6: SHOP
You might want to dedicate an entire day to shopping. Central, the business district, is filled with designer stores and malls. The Causeway Bay area has perhaps the widest range of options. Go to Causeway Bay for bargains, malls, and designer brands.
DAY 7: TEMPLES
A trip to Asia isn’t complete without seeing temples. The oldest temple in Hong Kong is Man Mo Temple. The most scenic temple is the Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery.
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