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Top 10 things to do in Hong Kong

Essential Sights, Flavors, and Experiences

From towering peaks to sizzling street eats, this city’s a sensory overload in the best possible way. Here are 10 epic experiences to tick off your list in Hong Kong:

1. Ride the Peak Tram to Victoria Peak

Jump aboard one of the world’s oldest funicular railways and tilt your way skyward to panoramic views of the skyline, harbour and beyond. It’s an iconic ride with some serious wow factor.

2. Cruise Victoria Harbour at sunset

Step onto a traditional junk or luxury catamaran and watch the sun dip behind the skyscrapers. Time it right for the Symphony of Lights – the nightly light show is pure visual magic.

3. Visit the Giant Buddha and Ngong Ping 360

Catch the glass-bottom cable car to Lantau Island and soar up and over green peaks for epic sea views. At the top, the massive Tian Tan Buddha awaits. It’s absolutely worth it.

4. Go full fairytale at Hong Kong Disneyland

From castles and characters to thrilling rides and dazzling parades, it’s a day of fun for kids and grown-ups alike. This park has all your Disney favourites with a local twist.

5. Eat your way through Sham Shui Po

A guided foodie tour in this gritty-meets-trendy neighbourhood is a must. Think pillowy pork buns, silky tofu pudding and stories behind every bite. Yum!

6. Wander through Tai Kwun

Once a colonial police station, now a buzzing space for art, design, exhibitions and hip eats. The architecture is a clever blend of old-meets-new.

7. Shop like a local – or a luxe-lover

From buzzing night markets and quirky boutiques to mega malls and designer labels, Hong Kong is made for shopping sprees, or just browsing and people-watching.

8. Hike to hidden viewpoints

You’re never far from nature here. Walk the Dragon’s Back for sweeping ocean views or tackle a forest trail through lush country parks, all within an hour of downtown.

9. Be wowed at the Hong Kong Palace Museum

This modern waterfront museum holds incredible treasures from the Forbidden City – centuries-old scrolls, ceramics and artefacts that bring Chinese history to life.

10. Splash out at Water World Ocean Park

Hong Kong’s largest water park is a full day of family fun. There’s a wave pool, thrill rides, lazy rivers and lush tropical surrounds – all just minutes from the city.

“Highlights were Disneyland the evening show is spectacular! It honestly is the happiest place on earth! And the evening cruise on the Aqua Luna an old fashioned Junk Boat, to watch the light show. I highly recommend taking the Cable Car to and from Ngong Ping the view is incredible a a complete 360 view of Hong Kong. At the top you can climb the stairs to see the Giant Budda! I enjoyed some incredible meals while in Hong Kong, its not just about flavour its a whole art here! ”