Beyond the cityscapes and cosmopolitan escapades, there is more to Hong Kong than what instantly meets the eye. The Hong Kong Tourism Board(HKTB) wants you to discover the best experiences Asia’s World City has to offer exactly what any local would know, and just in time for the exciting holiday season.
Get an insider’s look into what makes Hong Kong tick because HKTB has culled the most authentic experiences for you at www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/best/, so you can get to know the city from a local’s perspective, and enjoy all these during your stay.
Here are some experiences you would not want to miss; “Best of all, it’s in Hong Kong.”
Hong Kong’s unique culture and traditions are derived from a melting pot of both Western and Eastern influences. Take the ‘A Glimpse of Traditional Central’ tour and learn about all the changes of Hong Kong’s history evident in culture-rich Central, Sheung Wan and Western District. Stroll past colonial era medical facilities, Chinese temples, traditional Chinese medicine shops and grocery stores.
Hong Kong prides itself on its vibrant nightlife with its medley of dynamic on-goings that ensure visitors the awesome time residents usually have access to.Good Evening Kowloon is a three-hour evening walk in the lively areas of Yau Ma Tei and Jordan that will give you a taste of local entertainment and delicacies, as well as a glimpse into Chinese culture and Hong Kong society.
Enjoy the cityscape on a cool holiday evening as you take the Big Bus Night Tour. The hour-long trip covers a number of major highlights, accompanied by a recorded commentary that lets you in on the interesting things you may have missed about Hong Kong.
Have you tried exploring the city from the water, highly recommended by locals? From December 23, 2016 to January 1, 2017, visitors can indulge in the Pre-Dinner Sunset Cruise which departs nightly at 6pm from Pier 9 in Central, and 6:15pm from Kowloon Public Pier. Unlimited beverages onboard, coupled with a refreshing breeze and a spectacular view makes this a must-do.
A cruise around Hong Kong’s beautiful harbor at night is one of the things that can truly elevate your stay in this surprising city. Hop on the A Symphony of Lights Dinner Cruise for a sumptuous buffet dinner and live entertainment, not to mention, the best seats in the house for watching the awe-inspiring multimedia show A Symphony of Lights.
Sail back in time to 1920s Hong Kong via the Star Ferry Harbour Tour Single Ride Night Round Trip on board the delightful double-decker ‘Shining Star’ ferry. It is a recreation of the ferries that graced Victoria Harbour, and what locals used to enjoy during the so-called Roaring Twenties.
Discover these authentic, cultural activities that would give you a glimpse of how locals live and would surely enrich your visit during the year’s most awaited season. Experience Hong Kong in new and wonderful ways this holiday.
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