This isn’t a typical 48 hour post, but I’ve included a selection of things I did whilst I was there that would keep you occupied for a short stopover.
Things to See and Do
Symphony of Lights
A visit to Hong Kong wouldn’t be complete without witnessing the Symphony of Lights show on the harbour. Get yourself a nice viewpoint from the Avenue of Stars in Tsim Sha Tsui and enjoy the show, commencing at 8pm each night. The way the lights are mounted on the buildings and how the lasers go off is incredible.
Victoria Peak
The best vantage point you’ll get of Hong Kong Island. Take the Peak Tram (funicular railway) up the hill from the Lower Terminus on Garden Road in Central all the way to the top to get some amazing views of the city. It was pretty hazy when I went up there but still nonetheless awesome. Go in the morning to avoid the crowds as the day progresses.
Lan Kwai Fong
Once night falls and you’re after a good bar to knock back some Tsing Taos (a top Chinese beer), Lan Kwai Fong is a great place to start. It’s the sort of joint that will have you looking around all over the place at the people, the clubs, the bars, the signage, it’s crazy. It’s in Central and is easily accessed from the main drag.
Hong Kong Heritage Museum
After all the drinking and sightseeing, it’s good to take a sidestep and check out the culture of Hong Kong and how it come to be. It’s packed with Cantonese history, art and culture; a great way to spend half the day. The Heritage Museum It’s located outside of Kowloon in Sha Tin and is easy to get to from the Sha Tin MTR station.
Hong Kong History Museum
If you’re keen on learning more about the history of Hong Kong specifically, drop into the History Museum in Tsim Sha Tsui. It goes into incredible detail about the British occupation and hand over back to China, the opium wars and how Hong Kong has developed into a sprawling metropolis.
