If you’re looking for a brilliant city break that isn’t overrun with tourists then Hong Kong is your place! Full of bustling street life, but with spots of calm and tranquility; I fell in love during my visit, and I hope that more and more people can...
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The best viewpoint in the city, with a tram up and down, a great souvenir shop and a mall in the mountains!
Victoria Peak & Tram 🏆
Popular as a photo spot, the building is home to 10,000 people who live a very different life to what is expected from Hong Kong
Monster Building (Yick Cheong Building) 🏆
Arguably the most iconic Hong Kong landmark - this huge Buddha sits on top of Lantau Island and it is an unforgettable visit
Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha) 🏆
Unforgettable views, and a long journey worth the money! This is the main way to get to Ngong Ping village
Ngong Ping Cable Car 360 🏆
A gentrified area of Hong Kong - famous for its perfect Instagram photo spots
Kennedy Town
Built in 1847, this temple is a stunning (and free) activity
Man Mo Temple
A beautiful spot at night for a stroll or to watch the symphony of light (8pm)
Avenue of Stars
An insanely good photo spot! So colourful, and so quintessential Hong Kong!
Choi Hung Estate 🏆
An uphill walk through the park for this gorgeous lookout - popular at sunset especially!
Braemar Hill Lookout
A trendy area of Hong Kong, with great cafes, market stalls and a chance to enjoy the hustle and bustle
Mong Kok
Free entry with a vegetarian friendly restaurant inside, the monastery is beautiful!
Po Lin Monastery
Unobstructed views of the city - a very popular activity for good reason (but I didn’t have time to go!)
Sky 100 Observation Deck
Full transparency I didn’t have time to visit - but! This place looks BEAUTIFUL when it’s lit up
Wong Tai Sin Temple Square
A beautiful and huge park - perfect place to relax in the city. It has a McDonald’s inside it, a swimming pool, flamingoes etc
Kowloon Park
A stunning mall in the centre of Hong Kong
K11 MUSEA
A gorgeous spot for some peace and quiet in the city
Chi Lin Nunnery
Eats
Michelin Guide LIFE-CHANGING dumplings - try the truffle ones immediately!!! There is always a line, and for good reason!
Cheung Hing Kee Shanghai Pan-Fried Buns 🏆
Famous for Hong Kong’s popular roast goose dish
Yat Lok Restaurant (Central)
Famous for its Hong Kong style toast and tarts, Kam Wah was one of my favourite food places for breakfast
Kam Wah Cafe & Cake Shop
Repeat after me; the best beef brisket in Hong Kong
Sister Wah Beef Brisket
The BEST egg tarts with a cookie crust
Tai Cheong Bakery
Please please please try the sichuan spicy dumplings they are mindblowingly good
Dim Dim Sum
Dine ‘underwater!’ - it’s a fab experience
Neptune's Restaurant
Trendy and insta-worthy - a cute cafe with pretty plates of food
Ukiyo
Stays
Simple and affordable - a great hotel for a nice city break!
Hotel Purple Hong Kong
Spacious rooms that are still budget friendly
Hotel Ease Access
A perfect option for your family stay with affordable family rooms
Dorsett Wanchai Hotel
If your budget is a bit higher, then treat yourself to this place
