Hong Kong Island Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Kennedy Town Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Kennedy Town: Where Tradition Meets Modernity
Kennedy Town, nestled on the western end of Hong Kong Island, is an unassuming neighborhood that seamlessly blends tradition with modernity.
The waterfront has been revamped into an attraction in its own right. Imagine sipping coffee while overlooking the sea – it’s a quintessential Kennedy Town experience. Hidden bars dot the shoreline, making it a perfect spot for sunset drinks.
Kennedy Town’s relaxed atmosphere is contagious. Minutes away from bustling Central Hong Kong, it’s a haven for those seeking a slower pace of life. Gentrification has breathed new life into the district, serving the community with thoughtful redevelopment.
Thanks to the MTR station, getting to Kennedy Town from Central takes less than 10 minutes. Trams, buses, and cabs also connect you to this gem.
Beyond dining, explore scenic hikes, DIY workshops, and cultural gems. Kennedy Town strikes a balance between urban living and natural beauty. It’s a place where you can sip coffee, stroll along the waterfront, and immerse yourself in local life. Next time you’re in town, don’t miss the chance to explore this dynamic neighborhood!
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Hong Kong Photography | The sea at Kennedy Town is stunningly beautiful
🌊Kennedy Town - Sai Wan Swimming Shed
You can walk from Kennedy Town MTR station exit C for about 20min to get there
But I don't recommend it ❌ It's all uphill!
(Don't ask me how I know..
Taking the bus is also very convenient, a 2min ride takes you right to the swimming shed entrance
🚌From Kennedy Town MTR exit B - walk 120m to "Belcher's Street" - take bus route 971, 43M, or A10 to "Caritas Jockey Club Hostel" stop
⚠Be aware that the entrance to the swimming shed is quite small
There's about 150m of downhill stairs to walk down to get there
The stairs are a bit steep, so be careful~
You'll need to queue up for photos, there are still many girls there to check in, so allow plenty of time
🥾🇭🇰 Hiking in Hong Kong 🇭🇰🥾
We completed the coastal path around Hong Kong Island! Totalling 65km, it took us 3 days. Fantastic experience to explore the variety that the island has to offer.
The views were spectacular, of both natural and
urban scenery. Some highlights were Repulse beach (quite the opposite of repulsive), Kennedy town, and the Dragon's Back trail.
Most of the coastal path is on the actual coast, but some stretches require a detour inland. There was a lot of building work happening in the north west of the island, presumably when finished will improve the path in that area.
Top tips: Pre-planning accommodation is essential. Plenty of public toilets on the route. Public transport is also VERY efficient if needed. Highly recommend the walk, we thoroughly enjoyed it.
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I want to use 9 photos to tell you why I love Hong Kong so much
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📷Photography tip: You must come to Hong Kong for a big walkabout
Because it's too good for taking photos here✨✨✨
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Walk 30,000 steps in Hong Kong🇭🇰
Bringing you nine photo spots in Hong Kong
Definitely will blow up your friend circle⭕️
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1️⃣Shek Tong Tsui
You can always trust the romance of Hong Kong, the harbor version of sunset racing, double-decker buses shuttling over the flyover, just come out from Hong Kong University Station B2 to see it
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2️⃣Kennedy Town
Sai Wan swimming shed is a hot spot for checking in, when the sunset comes, the sea turns golden, with the wooden bridge of the swimming shed, the photo turnout rate is super high
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3️⃣Sai Ying Pun
A place for cultural street photography, also known as the Hong Kong version of 'Mountain City Chongqing', full of magical colors. The undulating streets are complex, and you can reach the sea if you keep going down
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4️⃣North Point
Here you can take many classic photos of the Ding Ding tram, you can ride the century-old Ding Ding tram and feel the imprint of time
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5️⃣Mountain Road
The shuttle of the overpass, the dreamy S-shaped streets, for those who like photography, use a telephoto lens to capture a strong sense of layering!
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6️⃣Central
Must check-in road sign 'All Destinations'! Come out from Central MTR Station A, cross the overpass to the third building of Central Exchange Square to see it
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7️⃣Hong Kong Palace Museum
The museum has a rich collection, I was shocked by the orderly beauty of the artifacts, the beauty of culture, and I wish I could travel back to that era to appreciate the elegance of the ancients
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8️⃣Monster Building
The dense buildings, full of oppressive feeling, also the filming location for 'Transformers 4', taking photos here is full of cinematic feeling
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9️⃣Mong Kok
Many people's memory of Hong Kong starts from Mong Kok! It is also the place with the strongest local atmosphere in Hong Kong, suitable for street photography, strolling around, and you will encounter scenes from TVB dramas every few steps
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‼️Travel tips:
🔻ID card, Hong Kong and Macau Pass (with valid endorsement)
🔻Travel light, wear a pair of comfortable shoes, and prepare enough power banks!
🔻Bring a good adapter
🔻Exchange some Hong Kong dollars in cash, some snack bars, tea restaurants, and most taxis only accept cash
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Hong Kong Tramways Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
Great experience on the Ding Ding!
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Hong Kong Tramways (HKT) is a 3 ft 6 in (1,067 mm) narrow-gauge tram system in Hong Kong. The Ding Ding, as it's colloquially known, offers an upstairs seating area that provides a nice view from the tram. The fare for the tram is only HK$3, making it the best way to explore the local streets and great for sightseeing. While this tram is slower than the MTR, it offers a unique experience, especially when seated on the top deck. You only need to pay when you get off the tram. Highly recommended for travelers!
I wish to go to Hong Kong for my family trip as Hong Kong is paradise for food lovers, offering a wide variety of culinary delights. My family will enjoy very much.
Hong Kong Citywalk Route | With Hong Kong Street View Photography Spots
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🇭🇰Hong Kong is really perfect for Citywalk
Strolling and taking photos 📷 is just too joyful
The photos capture the flowing city 🏙
🗺Sai Ying Pun
P1: Near the intersection of Centre Street and First Street, about a 2min walk from Sai Ying Pun Station B2 exit. Stone Coffee on Centre Street is said to be a hidden gem coffee shop ☕️, worth a try after a walk 😆
P2: Li Sing Tai Hang, the spot is at the slope directly opposite the hall, near the intersection of Western Street and High Street
🗺North Point
P3: Fortress Hill signature stairs, the spot is right next to Fortress Hill MTR Station Exit A
P4P5: Monster Building, you can search for 'Oi Man Estate' to get there
P6: Near Chun Yeung Street, the spot is at the intersection of North Point Road and King's Road
P7: Healthy East Street, the spot is on the stairs of North Point Church ⛪️
🗺Central
P8: Near Hang Seng Bank, the spot is on the Central Market Footbridge
P9: Gun Club Street, the spot is next to the tramway 😉
Why didn't anyone tell me before I went to Hong Kong!!!
🥺 I went in a hurry without any strategy, really at a loss! I took many detours and missed many places, this post will help you avoid pitfalls⬇️⬇️
Don't take the bus to cross the sea! It charges based on the distance from the boarding station to the terminal station, the first time I got on the bus it cost me almost 30, it was so expensive!!! The subway is fast and cheap
Wear a pair of comfortable shoes! Most of the time you have to walk, especially in Central + Mong Kok area
The weather is still around 20 degrees, it will be very hot and sunny in the morning, do a good job of sun protection, and wear a jacket at night to prevent catching a cold
The 711 coming out of the airport is unlikely to buy the cheapest and most cost-effective SIM card (the $39 one), it is recommended to directly get a Hong Kong package, you can connect to the internet as soon as you land
If you go to Hong Kong and Macau together, just get a five-day Hong Kong and Macau package, the internet speed is very fast, and it's not expensive!
Octopus is really convenient, in addition to the subway and tram, convenience stores and most restaurants can be swiped!
It is recommended to exchange about 800 cash💰 for two people, it's almost enough, if you have more, you can't use it (you can use it in Macau if you have more)
Jenny's little bear🍪 is very delicious, it still has the taste of childhood, but there is a high probability that you will have to queue up, unless you go very early, it is recommended to buy directly from the official🍑 and send it home, saving time for play, and you don't have to carry it in your hand
Kam Tong😋 roast goose is really really really delicious! It's the light of my Hong Kong, it's very popular, you can call in advance to make a reservation (you can only use a Hong Kong phone number)
I'll add more when I think of it!!!
Hong Kong Tramways 🇭🇰
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Ding-Dings are essential to Hong Kong and a popular activity for city visitors. These double-decker trams have been sweeping the streets of Hong Kong Island since 1904, offering cheap trips to locals and a great experience for tourists for more than a century.
Although the beloved name (Ding Ding) is officially known as Hong Kong Tramways, it refers to the sound of the bell that erupts when trams announce a stop to drop off and pick up passengers.
In short, these are slowly moving trams that make their way through different areas of Hong Kong Island, taking Hong Kong’s local markets, restaurants and skyscrapers along the way. There are many stations so you can enter or get off every 50 to 100 meters, whenever and wherever you want. There Are Quite A Few Ding-dings So You Don’t Have To Wait Long To Ride One.
During Normal Times, Ding-dings Can Be Very Full. When this happens, just wait for the next one to roll over to the ding-ding station and climb into it instead. The best views are upstairs where you have better views of the streets and market scenes around you. If you’re tall, the basement can present challenges to see outside.
There are six different routes from Kennedy City in the west to Shan Ky-Wan in the east. Trams run from 5.45am to midnight every day, depending on the route.
Flights are now HK$2.60 per adult and HK$2.30 per child. It is better to pay with an octopus card.
Note that you will pay for your trip when you exit Ding Ding. The ascent occurs from the back. Then just find a seat and enjoy your trip. When exiting, press your octopus card or drop your coins even next to the driver. Payments are not taken and the change is not provided by the driver, so make the payment accurate ready when you leave.
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Dragon's Back Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in Jun)
🥾🇭🇰 Hiking in Hong Kong 🇭🇰🥾
We completed the coastal path around Hong Kong Island! Totalling 65km, it took us 3 days. Fantastic experience to explore the variety that the island has to offer.
The views were spectacular, of both natural and
urban scenery. Some highlights were Repulse beach (quite the opposite of repulsive), Kennedy town, and the Dragon's Back trail.
Most of the coastal path is on the actual coast, but some stretches require a detour inland. There was a lot of building work happening in the north west of the island, presumably when finished will improve the path in that area.
Top tips: Pre-planning accommodation is essential. Plenty of public toilets on the route. Public transport is also VERY efficient if needed. Highly recommend the walk, we thoroughly enjoyed it.
#cherryblossom2024 #hongkong #trekking #coastalwalk #trip #asia #mytravelhacks
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Best hiking spots Hong Kong
Dragon’s back trail is one of the most popular hike journey in Hongkong.
Why is it? It’s easy to access, easy to complete, very scenic and ends at a beautiful beach (if you want it to).
For many people, the Dragon’s Back Hike is their induction to hiking in Hong Kong. It’s also a great way to see the other side of Hong Kong – the side with no skyscrapers, with lush trees, sandy beaches, and the sea.
It’s also called the last leg of the Hong Kong Trail, this meandering path on the ridge of Dragon’s Back is widely hailed as one of Hong Kong’s best urban hikes.
Besides its attractive name, Dragon’s Back has a sightseeing platform near its peak that provides truly spectacular views of southern Hong Kong Island and its shoreline. Right at the trail’s end is Big Wave Bay. Take a dip or surf the waves for a relaxing finale to this hike.
The Dragon’s Back Hike is possibly the most popular hike in Hong Kong.
Getting there:
Directions to the TH from the MTR subway system and back:
Take A3 Exit at Shau Kei Wan MTR Station (筲箕灣站)
Take n9 Bus for Shek O (石澳) and get off at To Tei Wan Tsuen stop (土地灣村)
The trailhead is on the left side of the road,
Hike the 5.5 mile long Dragon’s Back trail to Big Wave Bay Beach (大浪灣)
Take the red minibus back to Shau Kei Wan MTR Station from the Big Wave Bay Village bus parking lot.
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One of Hongkongs most popular hikes!
The last leg of the Hong Kong Trail, this meandering path on the ridge of Dragon’s Back is widely hailed as one of Hong Kong’s best urban hikes. Besides its attractive name, Dragon’s Back has a sightseeing platform near its peak that provides truly spectacular views of southern Hong Kong Island and its shoreline. Right at the trail’s end is Big Wave Bay
Note when u hike bring a mosquito repelant and be mindful of the big spiders theyre bigger than my palm lol they scared the heck out of me #dragonsback
🐉 Accessible and Beautiful Hike! Dragon’s Back
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Visit Dragon’s Back! If you have to do one hike in Hong Kong and you want an easy hike, Dragon’s Back is the go-to! 🐉 It offers amazing view of the sea with lushy green hills. The trail is well-maintained and offers a moderate challenge, making it suitable for hikers of all levels.
The area at the top is very windy but there is no shade, so make sure to wear sunscreen!
Address: Dragon's Back, Shek O Road, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong
How to get there: Take the MTR to Shau Kei Wan Station and exit at A3. From there, take bus 9 to To Tei Wan, which is the starting point of the hike.
Ambience: Easy hike!
Average price per person: There is no admission fee for the hiking trail, but you may need to pay for transportation to get there.
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (5/5)
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