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Best things to do in Hong Kong from a Native
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items I’ll share my favorite places to stay at and eat if you're planning a trip to Hong Kong. I used to live here, so you’ll get local picks, hidden gems, and authentic experiences you won’t find in every guidebook. I'll update and add to this list over t...
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Where to stay
The Best Food
Music
Nightlife and Entertainment
Shopping
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Where to stay
When it comes to where to stay, I personally prefer Hong Kong Island for its energy and convenience, but the Kowloon side can be great too — especially if you’re near Tsim Sha Tsui for easy access to the ferry and skyline views. There are so many fan...
Grand Hyatt Hong Kong – Highly recommend for the excellent service. It’s definitely worth it if you can stay on the executive floor or book a room with Grand Club access — the perks, views, and overall experience make it extra special. They have so m...
Grand Hyatt
The Rosewood Hotel is super luxurious and ranks among the top hotels in Hong Kong—and the world. Its prime location right on the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront, connected directly to K11, makes it incredibly convenient.
Rosewood Hotel
An icon in Hong Kong on the Kowloon side. It's famous for its impeccable service and stunning harbor views. If you stay here, you can try one of their unique experiences like Rolls-Royce airport pickups or helicopter transfers.
Peninsula Hotel
The Best Food
When you’re in Hong Kong, be sure to try dim sum, egg tarts, international cuisine, buffets, and afternoon tea. The list goes on, but here are a few must-try favorites to get you started.
Afternoon tea at The Peninsula is a classic Hong Kong experience. Prices are also much more reasonable compared to US prices. Come here for finger sandwiches, scones with cream and jam in a beautiful and elegant setting.
Hong Kong Afternoon Tea at The Lobby
Lei Yue Mun is a fishing village in Hong Kong known for its open-air seafood stalls. You pick out your fresh catch, and they’ll cook it right there for you. It’s a bit out of the way so I recommend going only if you have time to spare and are with a ...
Lei Yue Mun Waterfront
Felix is a rooftop restaurant inside the Peninsula, famous for its stunning views of Victoria Harbour and the city skyline. It's an upscale buffet, known for its vibrant atmosphere, top-notch service, and incredible scenery. It has been years since t...
Felix
The Grand Club at the Grand Hyatt Hong Kong offers an exclusive, elevated experience with panoramic views of Victoria Harbour from the 30th and 31st floors. They serve an intercontinental breakfast, afternoon tea, all-day Champagne and evening Cockta...
Grand Hyatt Hong Kong
My childhood favorite! They have afternoon tea and I used to go all the time and get the escargot and borscht. Located in Times Square and Causeway bay area. Great for lunch if you're in the area.
SUNNING RESTAURANT, Hong Kong - Wan Chai / Causeway Bay
A well-known traditional Chinese herbal soup shop in Hong Kong. I go there for the Herbal Tortoise Jelly. They are known for herbal soups made from authentic recipes that aim to boost health and balance the body. I realize this might not appeal to ev...
Koong Woh Tong – Your Healthier Choice!
Three Michelin-starred Dim Sum restaurant in Hong Kong inside the Four Seasons. It's known worldwide as the first Chinese restaurant to earn this honor.
Lung King Heen
Music
Hong Kong definitely inspired me and help me find myself again. I wrote a song about my experience there last year and you can check it out on Spotify or any music streaming platform
Touchdown Hong Kong from LA. Check it out now on Spotify! Most of the recommendations on this list were places I went to during my most recent trip. Have a listen and check out my experience sonically in this song.
By Design
For those who are apple music users, check out my song here!
By Design by Vivian Lok on Apple Music
For those who are apple music users, check out my song here!
By Design by Vivian Lok on Apple Music
Nightlife and Entertainment
There's something for everyone whether you're into rooftop bars with stunning skyline views, nightclubs in Lan Kwai Fong, or trendy lounges in SoHo.
Amazing views of Hong Kong right from Central — enough said. The vibe here inspired me so much, I wrote and produced a record about it. Check out “By Design” by Vivian Lok.
Cardinal Point
Lan Kwai Fong is a great spot, especially if you’re young and looking to have fun. I had an amazing time here in my 20s — it’s packed with nightclubs and bars all within walking distance. The vibe is lively, and you’ll find plenty of expats mixing wi...
Lan Kwai Fong
Best view of Hong Kong and definitely something you should do if you're visiting. Take a tram up to the top and you can see all of Hong Kong from up high.
The Peak
Shopping
Hong Kong is one of the best cities for shopping. While prices aren’t necessarily cheaper, it’s incredibly convenient, and you’ll find a huge range of international products that can be hard to get elsewhere. For example, a few years ago I found yoga...
Worth visiting — even just for window shopping. Walking through this mall feels like stepping into a high-end brand museum, with art installations, pop-ups, and exhibitions that change from time to time. I didn’t buy anything, but it was absolutely w...
K11 MUSEA
IFC Mall is one of the most convenient places to visit in Hong Kong. It's right above Hong Kong Station and steps from the Central Ferry Piers. You can find just about anything here. Also be sure to check out the free observation deck on the 55th flo...
ifc mall
Times Square in Causeway Bay may not be the largest mall in Hong Kong, but it’s a longtime favorite with locals and visitors alike. Worth checking out if you're already in the area.
Times Square
Tsim Sha Tsui is Hong Kong’s largest and most iconic shopping destination right in front of the harbour. Lots of luxury boutiques, popular international brands, restaurants and cafes inside Harbour City mall. It's right next to the Star Ferry which m...
Tsim Sha Tsui
Tik Tok Videos
Want to see my Hong Kong experience in action? Check out these videos—I cover all the highlights and local tips I share below.
Let's explore Grand Hyatt, the grand club, food, spa, and a little bit of entertainment.
Grand Hyatt Hong Kong
Let's explore K11 Musea. The perfect place for art, shopping, exhibitions and exploration. A must see in hong kong!
K11 musea in Tsim Tsha Tsui
Let’s head to Macau — often called the Las Vegas of Asia but even bigger. It’s more focused on high rollers and luxury gambling, with less emphasis on entertainment shows compared to Vegas.
St. Regis inside Londoner Hotel Macau.
Let's wrap it up with a fragrance tour in K11, get dim sum and explore central at night. I recommend Cardinal point for the views.
Central District in Hong Kong