Hong Kong - 76 Attractions You Must Visit

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About Hong Kong

One of the most densely populated places in the world, and one of the world's most significant financial centers.

Types of Attractions in Hong Kong

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List of Attractions in Hong Kong

Nan Lian Garden

A Chinese Classical Garden in an area of 3.5 hectares. It is designed in the Tang Dynasty-style with hills, water features, trees, rocks, and wooden structures.

Ngong Ping 360

Ngong Ping 360

Viewing Decks

Cable Car Stations

Ngong Ping 360 connects Tung Chung, on the north coast of Lantau and itself linked to central Hong Kong by the Tung Chung Line, with the Ngong Ping area in the hills above- home to the Po Lin Monastery and the Tian Tan Buddha. Before Ngong Ping 360's opening, the only access was via a mountain road and bus service.

Noah's Ark Hong Kong Theme Park

Noah's Ark Hong Kong Theme Park

Sculptures

Theme Parks

Notable Architectures

It is an evangelical Christian theme park centered, according to its own materials, on the themes of nature, art, education and love. The park's centerpiece is the world's first full-size simulation of Noah's Ark. Alighting from the ark are sculptures of 67 life-size pairs of exotic animals, birds, and creatures.

Peng Chau

Peng Chau

Islands

Peng Chau is a small island located off the north-eastern coast of Lantau Island, Hong Kong. It is known locally for its temples, fishing industry, and seafood.

Ping Shan Heritage Trail

Ping Shan Heritage Trail

Monuments

Short Hikes

Ping Shan Heritage Trail is a heritage trail located in the Ping Shan area of Yuen Long District, in Hong Kong. It passes through the villages of Hang Tau Tsuen, Hang Mei Tsuen, and Sheung Cheung Wai and it includes several declared monuments and graded buildings.

PMQ - Staunton

PMQ - Staunton

Shopping- Other

Art Centres

PMQ is a historic site containing a grade III listed building, the old Hollywood Road Police Married Quarters, now used as a mixed-use venue for arts and design, in Hong Kong. PMQ promotes local designers, provide a stage for creative happenings and create a place for visitors to experience a creative lifestyle;

Po Lin Monastery

Po Lin Monastery

Buddhist Temples

Sculptures

The main temple houses many Buddhist scriptures and three bronze statues of the Buddha – representing his past, present and future.

Po Toi

Po Toi

Islands

Rock Formations

Known as the ‘South Pole of Hong Kong’, Po Toi Island is composed almost entirely of well-weathered granite. The island is particularly famous for its seaweed and peculiar rock formations.

Sha Tin Che Kung Temple

Che Kung Temple is the Chinese temple dedicated to Che Kung, who was a general during the Southern Song Dynasty (1127–1279) in ancient China. There are two temples dedicated to Che Kung in Hong Kong: one in Sha Tin and one in Ho Chung.

Sharp Island

Sharp Island

Beaches

Islands

Sharp Island or Kiu Tsui Chau is the largest island in the Kiu Tsui Country Park located at Port Shelter of Sai Kung, Hong Kong. The area is most known for fishing, swimming as well as diving. Sharp Island is under the administration of the Sai Kung District.

Sik Sik Yuen Wong Tai Sin Temple

Wong Tai Sin Temple, a Taoist temple established in 1921, is one of the most famous temples in Hong Kong. It is dedicated to Wong Tai Sin or the Great Immortal Wong. The temple is located on the southern side of Lion Rock in the north of Kowloon.

Sky 100 Hong Kong Observation Deck

Sky 100 Hong Kong Observation Deck

Food- Other

Viewing Decks

Sky100 is a 360-degree indoor observation deck on the 100th floor of the International Commerce Centre, in West Kowloon, Hong Kong. The deck offers views of Hong Kong Island, Victoria Harbour, the Kowloon Peninsula and Tai Mo Shan in the background. Aside from the view of Hong Kong, Sky100 contains several other attractions including Cafe, virtual reality (VR) attraction, augmented reality photo-taking, and a photo booth.

Stanley Market

Stanley Market

Street Markets

Stanley Market is located in Stanley on Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong. The street is a typical example of a traditional old open-air market in Hong Kong and has since become a major tourist attraction, well known for its bargains.

Sunset Peak

Sunset Peak

Viewpoints

Mountain Peaks

Sunset Peak or Tai Tung Shan is the third highest peak in Hong Kong. It is situated on Lantau Island within Lantau South Country Park and Lantau North Country Park and stands at a height of 869 metres (2,851 ft) above the sea level. The second highest Lantau Peak is on the western part of the island.

Tai Kwun - Centre for Heritage and Arts

Tai Kwun - Centre for Heritage and Arts

Iconic Buildings

Monuments

Art Centres

Tai Kwun is the Centre for Heritage and Arts, a place of inspiration, stimulation and enjoyment for all Hong Kong people. It is situated in the restored Central Police Station compound, one of the most significant revitalisation projects in Hong Kong, comprising three declared monuments—the former Central Police Station, Central Magistracy and Victoria Prison.

Tai Mo Shan

Tai Mo Shan

Mountain Peaks

Forests

Tai Mo Shan is the highest peak in Hong Kong, with an altitude of 957 m. It is located approximately in the geographical center of the New Territories.

Temple Street Night Market

Known for its night market and as one of the busiest flea markets at night in the territory. It sells cheap merchandise and food items.

Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery

The Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery is a mid-20th century Buddhist temple located in Sha Tin, Hong Kong. Its designation as a monastery is actually a misnomer because there are no monks residing at the complex, which is managed solely by laypersons.

The Hong Kong Observation Wheel and AIA Vitality Park

The Hong Kong Observation Wheel and AIA Vitality Park

Viewing Decks

Adventure Sports- Other

Notable Architectures

The wheel has 42 luxurious gondolas including one VIP Gondola that comfortably seat eight passengers. The area around the wheel includes a plaza for events as well as drinks and snacks.

The MacLehose Trail

The MacLehose Trail

1 Day Treks

2-5 Day Treks

Mountain Peaks

Mountain Passes

The MacLehose Trail is a 100-kilometer hiking trail that crosses much of the New Territories, Hong Kong, starting from Pak Tam Chung, Sai Kung, in the east to Tuen Mun in the west. The east coast, where the trail begins, is deeply indented and wild. The central mountains, which the MacLehose Trail crosses, include many of Hong Kong's highest peaks. The western part, where the trail winds to its end, features numerous valley reservoirs

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