Guidebook for Hong Kong
Food Scene
a popular brunch and lunch spot, serving a good selection of western dishes including steaks, salads and pastas. Relaxed atmosphere, great cakes and brunch selections. Address: 1-9 Lin Fa Kung Street West Tai Hang
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Classified Tai Hang
Lin Fa Kung Street Westa popular brunch and lunch spot, serving a good selection of western dishes including steaks, salads and pastas. Relaxed atmosphere, great cakes and brunch selections. Address: 1-9 Lin Fa Kung Street West Tai Hang
Ramen Kureha
22 Wun Sha StBest Ramen in Town in my opionon! Address: Shop B, G/F, 20-22 Wun Sha Street, Tai Hang
The most traditional place for Dim Sum dating back to 1926. I highly recommend it, it is a must-go restaurant!
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Lin Heung Kui
40-50 Des Voeux Rd WThe most traditional place for Dim Sum dating back to 1926. I highly recommend it, it is a must-go restaurant!
Best traditional Cantonese noodle place in town! The dumplings are made with several shrimp held together by a delicate flour wrapper and served with chewy egg noodles in a savory broth. Address: 89 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai.
Wing Wah Noodle Shop
89 Hennessy RdBest traditional Cantonese noodle place in town! The dumplings are made with several shrimp held together by a delicate flour wrapper and served with chewy egg noodles in a savory broth. Address: 89 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai.
A famous chain of Cha Chaan Teng (tea cafe) started off as a single restaurant in 1967, but there are now more than a dozen branches all over the territory. It's beloved by locals, who come here for uniquely Hong Kong comfort food, which has influences from the Brits, Indians, Americans and other immigrants, served up with a Chinese twist. The extensive menu includes toast with condensed milk, sweetened milk tea (hot or with ice), Swiss chicken wings, curried beef brisket with rice, Hainan chicken rice, beef with tomatoes, macaroni noodles in soup with preserved vegetables, and instant noodles with a variety of toppings.
They are everywhere in Hong Kong. The closest one is in Causeway Bay: Causeway Bay, Cannon St 20-22, G/F
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Tsui Wah Restaurant
485 Lockhart RdA famous chain of Cha Chaan Teng (tea cafe) started off as a single restaurant in 1967, but there are now more than a dozen branches all over the territory. It's beloved by locals, who come here for uniquely Hong Kong comfort food, which has influences from the Brits, Indians, Americans and other immigrants, served up with a Chinese twist. The extensive menu includes toast with condensed milk, sweetened milk tea (hot or with ice), Swiss chicken wings, curried beef brisket with rice, Hainan chicken rice, beef with tomatoes, macaroni noodles in soup with preserved vegetables, and instant noodles with a variety of toppings.
They are everywhere in Hong Kong. The closest one is in Causeway Bay: Causeway Bay, Cannon St 20-22, G/F
A famous traditional Hong Kong dessert chain. The closest one is in Causeway Bay. Address: Shop B110-F, Basement 1, Times Square, Causeway Bay
Honeymoon Dessert Juicery
A famous traditional Hong Kong dessert chain. The closest one is in Causeway Bay. Address: Shop B110-F, Basement 1, Times Square, Causeway Bay
With over 90 years of history on Gough Street, Kau Kee still never fails to deliver its most popular Beef Brisket Noodles in Clear Broth. Usually there is a long queue.
Address: 21 Gough St, Central. Closest MTR is Central.
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Kau Kee Food Cafe
21 Gough StWith over 90 years of history on Gough Street, Kau Kee still never fails to deliver its most popular Beef Brisket Noodles in Clear Broth. Usually there is a long queue.
Address: 21 Gough St, Central. Closest MTR is Central.
Shopping
The shopping mall has 230 stores spanning mid-price to luxury fashion and accessories, electronics and toys, two department stores, a supermarket and over 20 restaurants dishing out top-grade Chinese, Korean, Japanese and Western fare! Address: 1 Matheson Street, Causeway Bay. MTR Causeway Bay Station, Exit A.
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Times Square
1號 Matheson StThe shopping mall has 230 stores spanning mid-price to luxury fashion and accessories, electronics and toys, two department stores, a supermarket and over 20 restaurants dishing out top-grade Chinese, Korean, Japanese and Western fare! Address: 1 Matheson Street, Causeway Bay. MTR Causeway Bay Station, Exit A.
Hong Kong’s largest mall is actually three malls in one: Ocean Terminal, Ocean Centre and Gateway Arcade. The upshot for the shopper is a choice of over 450 shops, around 50 restaurants, three hotels and two cinemas. Fortunately, this mind-boggling selection has been intelligently organised into four distinct zones for kids, sport, fashion, and cosmetics and beauty. The third floor of Ocean Centre is where you can gape at the latest electronic gadgets, while Canton Road outside is one long strip of luxury shopping, including Louis Vuitton’s largest Asian store and Chanel's Asian flagship store. MTR Tsim Sha Tsui Station, Exit A1. Walk along Haiphong Road for approximately five minutes.
Star Ferry from Central or Wan Chai to Tsim Sha Tsui
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Harbour City
7號 Canton RdHong Kong’s largest mall is actually three malls in one: Ocean Terminal, Ocean Centre and Gateway Arcade. The upshot for the shopper is a choice of over 450 shops, around 50 restaurants, three hotels and two cinemas. Fortunately, this mind-boggling selection has been intelligently organised into four distinct zones for kids, sport, fashion, and cosmetics and beauty. The third floor of Ocean Centre is where you can gape at the latest electronic gadgets, while Canton Road outside is one long strip of luxury shopping, including Louis Vuitton’s largest Asian store and Chanel's Asian flagship store. MTR Tsim Sha Tsui Station, Exit A1. Walk along Haiphong Road for approximately five minutes.
Star Ferry from Central or Wan Chai to Tsim Sha Tsui
Hysan Place is an oasis of natural light, lush greenery, high ceilings and open storefronts in the heart of hectic Causeway Bay. It also has direct access to the MTR station and, more important for shoppers, 17 floors of hip, fun and sought-after international brands, including GAP, Hollister, T Galleria by DFS, Chanel Beauté, the largest Apple Store in Hong Kong and Jasons‧Food & Living. Nearly 120 outlets take shoppers on a journey from fashion and beauty to lifestyle and culture, with many brands making a debut in Hong Kong, such as the first Eslite Bookstore outside Taiwan.
For dining, Hysan Place offers the ‘Kitchen 11’ concept, with 11 self-service restaurants on the 11th floor, as well as a wide variety of international cuisine offered by new concept restaurants on the 12th to 14th floors, such as Wired Café, BB1 Vietnamese Bistro, EIGHT GRAND & Ho Hung Kee. MTR Causeway Bay Station, Exit F2
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Hysan Place
500 Hennessy RdHysan Place is an oasis of natural light, lush greenery, high ceilings and open storefronts in the heart of hectic Causeway Bay. It also has direct access to the MTR station and, more important for shoppers, 17 floors of hip, fun and sought-after international brands, including GAP, Hollister, T Galleria by DFS, Chanel Beauté, the largest Apple Store in Hong Kong and Jasons‧Food & Living. Nearly 120 outlets take shoppers on a journey from fashion and beauty to lifestyle and culture, with many brands making a debut in Hong Kong, such as the first Eslite Bookstore outside Taiwan.
For dining, Hysan Place offers the ‘Kitchen 11’ concept, with 11 self-service restaurants on the 11th floor, as well as a wide variety of international cuisine offered by new concept restaurants on the 12th to 14th floors, such as Wired Café, BB1 Vietnamese Bistro, EIGHT GRAND & Ho Hung Kee. MTR Causeway Bay Station, Exit F2
Best for luxuray brands shopping. IFC mall is one of Hong Kong’s most visually appealing shopping destinations. It allows you to complement a relaxing afternoon of shopping with soothing water views, and conclude it with a gourmet meal enjoyed to the backdrop of the glamorous harbour. The large mall houses over 200 international brands, ranging from mid and upper-priced clothing to luxury fashion.
A network of covered and elevated walkways connects the ifc to several other luxury malls in Central, the Hong Kong-Macau ferry pier, Sheung Wan, and as far as SoHo (via the Central–Mid-Levels Escalator), so you can mosey around Central on rainy days without your feet touching the ground.
How to get there:
Airport Express Hong Kong Station, Exit F
MTR Central Station, Exit A
From the Hong Kong - Macau ferry pier, walk along the elevated walkway for approximately 10 minutes.
From the Star Ferry pier, walk for approximately three minutes.
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IFC Shopping Mall; Man Cheung Street station
Best for luxuray brands shopping. IFC mall is one of Hong Kong’s most visually appealing shopping destinations. It allows you to complement a relaxing afternoon of shopping with soothing water views, and conclude it with a gourmet meal enjoyed to the backdrop of the glamorous harbour. The large mall houses over 200 international brands, ranging from mid and upper-priced clothing to luxury fashion.
A network of covered and elevated walkways connects the ifc to several other luxury malls in Central, the Hong Kong-Macau ferry pier, Sheung Wan, and as far as SoHo (via the Central–Mid-Levels Escalator), so you can mosey around Central on rainy days without your feet touching the ground.
How to get there:
Airport Express Hong Kong Station, Exit F
MTR Central Station, Exit A
From the Hong Kong - Macau ferry pier, walk along the elevated walkway for approximately 10 minutes.
From the Star Ferry pier, walk for approximately three minutes.
Drinks & Nightlife
SOHO the area south of Hollywood Road, SoHo is the multicultural wine, dine and swanky nightlife side of Central. The upmarket bars and exotic restaurants of SoHo’s historic and narrow streets are chic to the extreme.
Come during the day to explore the neighbourhoods attractive fashion boutiques, art galleries and antiques shops. Indulge in lunch and a glass of vino or hang around for sundown, when SoHo really comes into its own.
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سوهو، هونج كونج
Staunton StreetSOHO the area south of Hollywood Road, SoHo is the multicultural wine, dine and swanky nightlife side of Central. The upmarket bars and exotic restaurants of SoHo’s historic and narrow streets are chic to the extreme.
Come during the day to explore the neighbourhoods attractive fashion boutiques, art galleries and antiques shops. Indulge in lunch and a glass of vino or hang around for sundown, when SoHo really comes into its own.
Lan Kwai Fong is one of Hong Kong’s most popular nightlife neighbourhood and home to over 90 restaurants and bars. The atmosphere ranges from stylish wine pairings to raucous jelly shots and the food on offer is as diverse as the clientele.
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Lan Kwai Fong
Lan Kwai FongLan Kwai Fong is one of Hong Kong’s most popular nightlife neighbourhood and home to over 90 restaurants and bars. The atmosphere ranges from stylish wine pairings to raucous jelly shots and the food on offer is as diverse as the clientele.
Located on the 118th floor of the tallest hotel in the world, Ozone takes the title of highest bar in Asia. Expensive drinks, but it offers the BEST view of Hong Kong! Be aware of the address code - no ripped jeans and flip flops. Address: 118/f, The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, International Commerce Centre, 1 Austin Road West, Elements.
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OZONE
1 Austin Rd WLocated on the 118th floor of the tallest hotel in the world, Ozone takes the title of highest bar in Asia. Expensive drinks, but it offers the BEST view of Hong Kong! Be aware of the address code - no ripped jeans and flip flops. Address: 118/f, The Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong, International Commerce Centre, 1 Austin Road West, Elements.
Sightseeing
Tai O is home to the Tanka people, a community of fisher folk who’ve built their houses on stilts above the tidal flats of Lantau Island for generations. These unusual structures are interconnected, forming a tightly-knit community that literally lives on the water. Their enchanting world is a photographer's paradise.
How to get there:
- MTR Tung Chung Station. Take bus 11 to Tai O bus terminus (the journey takes approximately 50 minutes). Walk for around five minutes to the Rope-drawn Ferry Bridge and then take a stroll along the waterfront.
- MTR Tung Chung Station Exit B. Take Ngong Ping cable car to Ngong Ping Village (approx 25 minutes). Take bus 21 to Tai O terminus (approx 20 minutes) and walk for around five minutes to the Rope-drawn Ferry Bridge and then take a stroll along the waterfront.
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Tai O
Tai O is home to the Tanka people, a community of fisher folk who’ve built their houses on stilts above the tidal flats of Lantau Island for generations. These unusual structures are interconnected, forming a tightly-knit community that literally lives on the water. Their enchanting world is a photographer's paradise.
How to get there:
- MTR Tung Chung Station. Take bus 11 to Tai O bus terminus (the journey takes approximately 50 minutes). Walk for around five minutes to the Rope-drawn Ferry Bridge and then take a stroll along the waterfront.
- MTR Tung Chung Station Exit B. Take Ngong Ping cable car to Ngong Ping Village (approx 25 minutes). Take bus 21 to Tai O terminus (approx 20 minutes) and walk for around five minutes to the Rope-drawn Ferry Bridge and then take a stroll along the waterfront.
The highest point on Hong Kong Island, this has been the city’s most exclusive neighbourhood since colonial times — back then it was the cooler air that attracted the rich and famous; in the post air-conditioning era, the views of one of the world’s most spectacular cityscapes keep them coming.
Hoe to get there:
MTR Central Station, Exit D2, walk along Queen's Road Central towards The Center. Then take the Central to Mid-Levels Escalator and get off at Staunton, Shelley or Elgin streets.
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The Peak
The highest point on Hong Kong Island, this has been the city’s most exclusive neighbourhood since colonial times — back then it was the cooler air that attracted the rich and famous; in the post air-conditioning era, the views of one of the world’s most spectacular cityscapes keep them coming.
Hoe to get there:
MTR Central Station, Exit D2, walk along Queen's Road Central towards The Center. Then take the Central to Mid-Levels Escalator and get off at Staunton, Shelley or Elgin streets.
This waterfront offers you the best view of the Hong Kong Island skyline towering over the busy waters of Victoria Harbour.
MTR Tsim Sha Tsui Station Exit E. Walk towards Salisbury Road then turn right, take subway (pedestrian tunnel) next to YWCA to Hong Kong Cultural Centre, then walk to the Star Ferry Pier; or, take the Star Ferry from Central or Wan Chai. The promenade is next to the Star Ferry Pier in Tsim Sha Tsui.
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Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade (Extension)
This waterfront offers you the best view of the Hong Kong Island skyline towering over the busy waters of Victoria Harbour.
MTR Tsim Sha Tsui Station Exit E. Walk towards Salisbury Road then turn right, take subway (pedestrian tunnel) next to YWCA to Hong Kong Cultural Centre, then walk to the Star Ferry Pier; or, take the Star Ferry from Central or Wan Chai. The promenade is next to the Star Ferry Pier in Tsim Sha Tsui.
Sai Kung is known as ‘Hong Kong’s back garden’ because of the beautiful hiking trails and beaches in this area. The village of Sai Kung is also noted locally for its seafood restaurants, many of which congregate on the seafront, known as ‘Seafood Street’. A great place to go for seafood if you are a seafood lover!
MTR Choi Hung Station Exit C2, then take the minibus route 1A. MTR Hang Hau Station, then take the minibus route 101M.
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Sai Kung
Sai Kung is known as ‘Hong Kong’s back garden’ because of the beautiful hiking trails and beaches in this area. The village of Sai Kung is also noted locally for its seafood restaurants, many of which congregate on the seafront, known as ‘Seafood Street’. A great place to go for seafood if you are a seafood lover!
MTR Choi Hung Station Exit C2, then take the minibus route 1A. MTR Hang Hau Station, then take the minibus route 101M.
This temple is home to three religions (Taoism, Buddhism and Confucianism), its natural setting and beautifully ornamented buildings make it as much a scenic attraction as an important religious centre.
MTR Wong Tai Sin Station, Exit B2, walk for about three minutes.
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Wong Tai Sin Temple station
This temple is home to three religions (Taoism, Buddhism and Confucianism), its natural setting and beautifully ornamented buildings make it as much a scenic attraction as an important religious centre.
MTR Wong Tai Sin Station, Exit B2, walk for about three minutes.
Parks & Nature
The most beautiful hiking trail in Hong Kong!
Area:Southern DistrictStarting point:Shek O Road near To Tei Wan VillageEnd point:Tai Long WanAverage hiking time:Approx. 4 hoursDistance:Approx. 8.5 km
Replenishing stations:There are no replenishing stations along the way, so stock up with food and water at supermarkets or convenience stores in Shau Kei Wan before starting out.Difficulty:Moderately difficul.
For more info, please visit:
http://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/see-do/great-outdoors/hikes/dragons-back-hiking-tour.jsp
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Dragon's Back
Dragon's BackThe most beautiful hiking trail in Hong Kong!
Area:Southern DistrictStarting point:Shek O Road near To Tei Wan VillageEnd point:Tai Long WanAverage hiking time:Approx. 4 hoursDistance:Approx. 8.5 km
Replenishing stations:There are no replenishing stations along the way, so stock up with food and water at supermarkets or convenience stores in Shau Kei Wan before starting out.Difficulty:Moderately difficul.
For more info, please visit:
http://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/see-do/great-outdoors/hikes/dragons-back-hiking-tour.jsp
Primarily an upmarket residential area, sun-drenched Repulse Bay has a relaxed resort-like feel to it. Its wide, wave-lapped beach is popular with both locals and visitors and is great for strolls in the early morning, daytime sun soaking when the bathers are out in force, or lingering at sunset when all has turned mellow.
How to get there: Bus 6, 6A, 6X, 66 or 260 from Exchange Square bus terminus (near MTR Hong Kong Station, Exit D) and alight at Repulse Bay Beach.
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شاطئ Repulse Bay
Primarily an upmarket residential area, sun-drenched Repulse Bay has a relaxed resort-like feel to it. Its wide, wave-lapped beach is popular with both locals and visitors and is great for strolls in the early morning, daytime sun soaking when the bathers are out in force, or lingering at sunset when all has turned mellow.
How to get there: Bus 6, 6A, 6X, 66 or 260 from Exchange Square bus terminus (near MTR Hong Kong Station, Exit D) and alight at Repulse Bay Beach.
The rich blend of laid-back island life and different cultures on Lamma Island makes it a favourite with day-trippers. This pleasant walk starts in culturally vibrant Yung Shue Wan and follows the Family Walk passing beaches and stunning sea views to finish in the traditional fishing village of Sok Kwu Wan.
More info: http://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/see-do/great-outdoors/hikes/lamma-island-hike.jsp
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Lamma Island
The rich blend of laid-back island life and different cultures on Lamma Island makes it a favourite with day-trippers. This pleasant walk starts in culturally vibrant Yung Shue Wan and follows the Family Walk passing beaches and stunning sea views to finish in the traditional fishing village of Sok Kwu Wan.
More info: http://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/see-do/great-outdoors/hikes/lamma-island-hike.jsp
Getting Around
This ferry offers the best view of Hong Kong skyline on the water! A must-do!
TST Star Ferry pier: MTR Tsim Sha Tsui Station, Exit L6. Walk to the Clock Tower along Salisbury Road.
Central Star Ferry pier: MTR Hong Kong Station, Exit A2 or MTR Central Station, Exit A. Walk to the pier along Man Yiu Street.
Wan Chai Star Ferry pier: MTR Wan Chai Station, Exit A1. Take the skybridge to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, and descend to Convention Avenue at Harbour Road.
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Star Ferry
This ferry offers the best view of Hong Kong skyline on the water! A must-do!
TST Star Ferry pier: MTR Tsim Sha Tsui Station, Exit L6. Walk to the Clock Tower along Salisbury Road.
Central Star Ferry pier: MTR Hong Kong Station, Exit A2 or MTR Central Station, Exit A. Walk to the pier along Man Yiu Street.
Wan Chai Star Ferry pier: MTR Wan Chai Station, Exit A1. Take the skybridge to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, and descend to Convention Avenue at Harbour Road.
Essentials
A large grocery store in Causeway Bay that is opens 24/7. MTR Causeway Bay Exit E.
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Wellcome
Mercury StreetA large grocery store in Causeway Bay that is opens 24/7. MTR Causeway Bay Exit E.