Even if millions of people pass through Hong Kong each year on the road from here to there, many of them do not really know what are the best ways to spend a day in this exciting metropolis.
This article will show you how to cover the most popular attractions in Hong Kong on a one-day stay.
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After removal of customs and immigration, proceed with the luggage at the “meeters and Greeters Hall ‘, where you can save your cart or bag until you return… Buy Octopus card on the counter in the airport arrivals hall and jump into the Airport Express train, with which to travel to Hong Kong Station.
Victoria Peak (or simply “The Peak”) is one of the most popular tourist attractions of Hong Kong and probably the best starting point. Breakfast or morning coffee while enjoying spectacular views is certainly a good way to start the day Hong Kong tour.
The Peak Tram is the most popular (and scenic) way to reach the top. Open every day 07:00 – 12 midnight and goes the entire distance in about 7 minutes.
A short walk from Hong Kong Station (Exit C) will take you to the station on Garden Valley Road, where you can buy a ticket and the tram (you can also pay by Octopus card)
Pacific Cafe, near the terminal “superior, is open daily from 07:30 and is the best place to enjoy your” coffee with a view “at that time.
Under “The Peak” go to Hong Kong Station and through “flyover bridge” to the dock from which deviates from the Star Ferry to Tsim Sha Tsui. This historic ferry route is popular with tourists and has long been one of the most important icons of Hong Kong.
Ferry Building, turn right and walk along the edge of the Avenue of the Stars: Hong Kong’s answer to Hollywood Walk of Fame, where the plates plane of Hong Kong film industry which is what you can see . This is also the best place to take pictures of the spectacular skyline of Hong Kong.
From here you can take a trip to the Hong Kong Museum of History, where “the history of Hong Kong” he says. . . From the geological changes that took place hundreds of millions of years ago, through prehistoric times, events of historic importance and far. The museum is rich enough and has many interesting exhibits.
Continue to Nathan Road, Kowloon’s main street, and proceed with Jordan Road to Canton Road, popularly known as Jade Street.
Jade and its products are the specialty of most shops in this section of Canton Road and those of> nearby Jade Market , and no doubt much to see (and buy. .. .) Jade from Via. can turn right on Via Po Ning , where many traditional Chinese shops and businesses can be found.
The Old Tin Hau Temple, few minutes walk from the Jade Market, was built in 1880 and is one of the oldest temples in Kowloon. It is dedicated to Tin Hau (Matsu), goddess of the sea, protector of seafarers, and one of the most popular deities in Hong Kong.
From the temple, you can walk or take the MTR to Mong Kok area, where some of the best markets in Hong Kong in the street you can find:
As its name suggests, the market for ladies who specializes in women’s clothing, accessories, cosmetics and the like, although you can find more than one hearing some sales for men and children’s products, including toys , clothing, bags, jeans and watches just to name a few. . .
Sai Yeung Choi Street South offers consumer electronics stores on the street and climb over the libraries.
Fa Yuen Street is concentrated large number of retailers of sports equipment and clothing, while Fa Yuen Street Market, in the northern part of Fa Yuen Street, is full of shops selling bargain priced trendy and casual clothing for men, women and children.
While in Mong Kok, you must also make a point to visit the Goldfish Market, Flower Market and Yuen Po Street Bird Garden (or simply “Bird Garden”), where there are dozens of shops and hundreds of birds birds birds in cages exquisitely crafted color can be seen. . .
Mong Kok is also filled with many authentic restaurants and restaurants where you can sample some local delicacies at reasonable prices:
Curry King in the 88 streets of soybean is a paradise for curry, which serves a wide selection of delicious curries of different Asian cuisine.
Satay king, the lord of the market, specializing in Southeast Asian satays.
Mongkok Fung Shing Restaurant, 749 Nathan Road, known for its excellent dim-sum and crispy chicken delicious.
Lucky Corner Restaurant, Sai Yeung Choi Street South 146, is a rather humble restaurant that serves some of the best Wonton Noodles in Hong Kong during the years.
Little Sheep (4th floor, 16 Argyle Street) is one of the restaurants in the pot more popular in Hong Kong.
Kei Fu Wah Restaurant King Center, offers exquisite multi-course Chinese meal.
That’s it. . . You can now take the MTR to Central, which connects Hong Kong station (there is a pedestrian crossing) and continue with the Airport Express back to Hong Kong airport.