See and Do in Hong Kong
The best way for expat residents to get around Hong Kong to discover its attractions is on foot, as the pokey alleyways and compact nature of city allows for great exploring opportunities. But if this is too tiring, just hop on board the extensive metro system to help you get your bearings in this bustling metropolis.
Expats in Hong Kong will at first be amazed by the size and amount of modern skyscrapers but the more astonishing thing is the way they are juxtaposed with the old-world charm of century-old temples such as Wong Tai Sin and booming traditional markets. The Kowloon peninsula abounds with museums and Chinese culture, while the Wan Chai and Causeway Bay districts are teeming with restaurants, nightlife and entertainment.
The best way to explore what lies beyond is to jump on a ferry to visit the outer islands of Aberdeen or Lantau for more exciting attractions and a glimpse into the traditional Chinese culture.
Victoria Peak
Take a trip on the funicular to the summit of Victoria Peak where breathtaking views across the cityscape and Kowloon Bay await you. Discover your new home and take in the chaotic beauty of it all, and while you’re up there, visit Ripley's Believe it or not 'Odditorium', browse in some of the summit shops, or enjoy a bite to eat at one of the restaurants overlooking the city.
www.thepeak.com.hk
Tel: 2522 0922 (Peak Tram)
Aberdeen
Located on the southern shore of Hong Kong, Aberdeen was a haven for pirates a couple of centuries ago, but these days it’s a popular tourist attraction and upmarket expat neighbourhood where the traditional lifestyle of boat dwellers and the allure of fresh seafood sees visitors flocking to its shores.
Wong Tai Sin Temple
This Taoist Temple is one of Hong Kong’s most frequented temples and is dedicated to Wong Tai Sin, a legendary hermit who supposedly possessed healing powers and was a soothsayer of some renown. This temple usually sees people making ornate offerings or coming to see the local fortune tellers who practise their trade from the temple.
Tel: 2327 8141
Western Market
Expats will love exploring this indoor four-storey market which houses a variety of shops and stalls selling everything from curios to fabrics and much more. Come here for a day of retail therapy and to kit out your new Hong Kong home.
Police Museum
Many expats do not know that Hong Kong was founded on the narcotics trade, so it’s quite fitting that the development and history of the Royal Hong Kong Police Force be showcased. Exhibits include a number of artefacts relating to the Hong Kong Police Force such as weapons and uniforms, as well as historical archives and photographs.
Tel:2849 7019
Statue Square
This pedestrian square was built at the end of the 19th century contains the statues of chief manager of Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation, Sir Thomas Jackson, two bronze lions, Prince Albert, Queen Victoria and Edward VII.
Hong Kong Museum of History
Showcasing Hong Kong’s cultural, natural and archaeological history, expats can enjoy viewing the exhibitions of photographs, artefacts, traditional costumes and objects that will teach them more about their new home.
www.lcsd.gov.hk/hkmh
Tel: 2724 9042
Expats in Hong Kong will at first be amazed by the size and amount of modern skyscrapers but the more astonishing thing is the way they are juxtaposed with the old-world charm of century-old temples such as Wong Tai Sin and booming traditional markets. The Kowloon peninsula abounds with museums and Chinese culture, while the Wan Chai and Causeway Bay districts are teeming with restaurants, nightlife and entertainment.
The best way to explore what lies beyond is to jump on a ferry to visit the outer islands of Aberdeen or Lantau for more exciting attractions and a glimpse into the traditional Chinese culture.
Victoria Peak
Take a trip on the funicular to the summit of Victoria Peak where breathtaking views across the cityscape and Kowloon Bay await you. Discover your new home and take in the chaotic beauty of it all, and while you’re up there, visit Ripley's Believe it or not 'Odditorium', browse in some of the summit shops, or enjoy a bite to eat at one of the restaurants overlooking the city.
www.thepeak.com.hk
Tel: 2522 0922 (Peak Tram)
Aberdeen
Located on the southern shore of Hong Kong, Aberdeen was a haven for pirates a couple of centuries ago, but these days it’s a popular tourist attraction and upmarket expat neighbourhood where the traditional lifestyle of boat dwellers and the allure of fresh seafood sees visitors flocking to its shores.
Wong Tai Sin Temple
This Taoist Temple is one of Hong Kong’s most frequented temples and is dedicated to Wong Tai Sin, a legendary hermit who supposedly possessed healing powers and was a soothsayer of some renown. This temple usually sees people making ornate offerings or coming to see the local fortune tellers who practise their trade from the temple.
Tel: 2327 8141
Western Market
Expats will love exploring this indoor four-storey market which houses a variety of shops and stalls selling everything from curios to fabrics and much more. Come here for a day of retail therapy and to kit out your new Hong Kong home.
Police Museum
Many expats do not know that Hong Kong was founded on the narcotics trade, so it’s quite fitting that the development and history of the Royal Hong Kong Police Force be showcased. Exhibits include a number of artefacts relating to the Hong Kong Police Force such as weapons and uniforms, as well as historical archives and photographs.
Tel:2849 7019
Statue Square
This pedestrian square was built at the end of the 19th century contains the statues of chief manager of Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation, Sir Thomas Jackson, two bronze lions, Prince Albert, Queen Victoria and Edward VII.
Hong Kong Museum of History
Showcasing Hong Kong’s cultural, natural and archaeological history, expats can enjoy viewing the exhibitions of photographs, artefacts, traditional costumes and objects that will teach them more about their new home.
www.lcsd.gov.hk/hkmh
Tel: 2724 9042
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