From delicious dumplings to high-end shopping and of course the magnificent attractions like Victoria Peak; Hong Kong sure does have a lot to offer. It doesn’t matter whether you’re going here for business or leisure; you’re bound to fall in love with this city that’s got a wonderful mix of both Eastern and Western culture. In order to make your journey in Hong Kong more worthwhile and enjoyable, there are few things that one must be enlightened about. So, here’s a guide to help you on your way of sightseeing in Hong Kong city.
First off, when should you go? Plan your visit to fit the right time and you’ll have no disappointments or hassle when going sightseeing. Tourist attractions in Hong Kong get crowded during the major holidays in China which is referred to as ‘Golden Weeks’. These come up during the first week of May and the first week of October. The best time to visit Hong Kong, traditionally, has always been during the dry, cool months between October and December. This period is beneficial for travellers not just because of the comfortable temperatures but also because of the reasonable room rates and discounts presented by hotels like the Cosmo Hotel Wan Chai Hong Kong. If you have to visit Hong Kong in summer that lasts from May to September, be prepared to face hot, humid temperatures that go beyond 31°C. From December to February, the city is at its coldest and temperature can drop as low as 10°C.
Next, where should you stay? Know that this is one of the most densely-populated places in the world, so travelling would be quite daunting at first with all the crowds. To avoid spending more time on the streets and getting stuck in traffic, stay at a centrally located region like Wan Chai. Lodging at hotels in Wan Chai, Hong Kong would mean that you will spend only about 10-20 minutes to get to the major attractions like Victoria Peak. Other well-located destinations to settle down in Hong Kong during your stay would be areas like Central and Admiralty.
And finally we get to the most important question, what should you see? It’s hard to answer this question as, like we said before, there’s so much to see! The most popular tourist attractions would be Hong Kong Disneyland, Ocean Park, Lantau Island, and of course the much rated Victoria Peak. To experience the tradition and heritage of the city visit temples and heritage sites like the Miu Fat Buddhist Monastery, Sha Tin Che Kung Temple, Lo Pan Temple, Yuen Yuen Institute, or the Man Mo temple. There are also some lesser known attractions like the Star Ferry which you should definitely check out.
Fritzjames Stephen is a travel writer, who writes content based on the myriad of experiences and indulgences that the world has to offer travellers across all walks of life.
