Hong Kong is often associated with stunning skyscrapers, busy streets and dazzling shopping centres, but there is much more to discover as well. Venture a little further, and you will find diverse destinations that give you plenty of ways to experience the city from a different perspective.
Tsim Sha Tsui
Fondly referred to as “TST”, this dynamic area is in the heart of Kowloon and puts you close to high-end shops, museums, restaurants and nightlife. Staying at an award-winning property here like Park Hotel Hong Kong makes a convenient base for exploring. Stroll across Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade to the Avenue of Stars and later, watch A Symphony of Lights, a stunning multimedia show with lights synchronised to music.
You can also visit the Hong Kong Science Museum, Hong Kong Cultural Centre and Hong Kong Museum of Art or shop to your heart’s content at Harbour City. From Tsim Sha Tsui, you can additionally take the iconic Star Ferry for a truly unforgettable journey along Victoria Harbour.
Mong Kok
Easy to reach from a Tsim Sha Tsui-based Kowloon hotel in Hong Kong, Mong Kok is where bustling street life really comes alive, with markets selling everything from clothing and shoes to gadgets and quirky finds. Browse the Ladies Market, discover the colourful Goldfish Market and Flower Market Road, or head to Fa Yuen Street, better known as “Sneaker Street”. Between shopping stops, sample local street food and take in the district’s vibrant neon-lit streets.
West Kowloon Cultural District
The West Kowloon Cultural District offers a refreshing change of pace, combining art, culture and open waterfront spaces. Wander through Art Park, stop at a café or enjoy a picnic amidst sunset views across the harbour. Meanwhile, you can see exhibits from the Chinese imperial court at the Hong Kong Palace Museum, watch traditional Chinese theatre at the Xiqu Centre or visit M+ that presents art, architecture, design and visual culture from Asia and beyond.
Southern Hong Kong Island
Take a trip to Southern Hong Kong Island and experience just how quickly a city can change from urban skylines to nature-based backdrops as skyscrapers give way to forested hills and coastline. Hike the popular Dragon’s Back trail through Shek O Country Park, climbing towards Shek O Peak and its spectacular viewing point over the countryside and rugged coast. The hike finishes near Big Wave Bay, where white sand provides a relaxing place to wind down.
