Hong Kong

1. How to get to Hong Kong | Hong Kong International AirportFor visitors flying in, Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) on the island of Chek Lap Kok is where you’ll land. It is about 35 kilometers (22 miles) from the city center of Hong Kong. This airport is a major hub for passengers from all over the world and it is the base for Cathay Pacific, Cathay Dragon, Hong Kong Airlines, and Hong Kong Express. The airport provides top-quality facilities including airline lounges, children's play area, courtesy showers, banking services, smoking lounges, and several restaurants and shopping options. The airport has signage that will point you to all transfer options. Also available are information kiosks, which can assist if necessary.Visitors to Hong Kong can travel by various means of transportation from the airport to the city center, such as taxis, buses and trains, and limo services. While hassle-free, the airport taxis can be confusing as there are 3 types of taxis for different regions - Urban taxis (red), New Territories taxis (green), and Lantau taxis (blue). The ride from the airport to the city center will vary by destination and traffic conditions, but typically it costs HK$280-300 to Causeway Bay, about HK$225 to Mong Kok, and HK$250 to Tsim Sha Tsui.Trains (the Airport Express) are the quickest mode of transport. The 35 km (22 miles) journey takes about 24 minutes. The train tickets will cost you HK$100 to Kowloon station and HK$115 to Hong Kong station. Tickets can be purchased at any Airport Express Customer Service Centre or made by online purchase. The next one is a bus ride which is also the cheapest option. It will take about 45 minutes to Central, and only 30 minutes to Kowloon.2. Hong Kong Transportation: trains, ferries, tram, MTRHong Kong is a large metropolitan city with one of the best public transport systems in the world. Whether it’s by MRT, bus, tram or ferry, it can satisfy all the needs of visiting tourists. First things first, for anyone planning to use public transit, an Octopus card is an essential purchase. This top-up card allows you to travel cash-free and can be easily purchased at convenience stores.MTR (Mass Transit Railway) is the most popular mode of transport in HK. With its 10 lines and over 160 stations, the MRT covers all major districts in the territory, including stops at the boundary with Mainland China. The sign for the MTR is a red circle with a Chinese symbol. Fare starts from HK$3.5 and depends on the final route. If using Octopus Card, you can enjoy a discounted fare. Tourists can also opt for MTR Day Pass, Child Day Pass, Cross-boundary Travel Pass, and Airport Express Travel Pass.There is an extensive bus system in Hong Kong with over 700 routes. For tourists, it is particularly useful for traveling to the southern side of Hong Kong Island (Ocean Park, Repulse Bay, and Stanley Market), because the MTR covers only the northern side. Tickets are paid by cash or Octopus Card when you get on the bus. Fares can range from HK$8-80. Alternatively, tourists can choose the Hop on Hop Off sightseeing bus to explore the city. There are 3 day routes and 1 night route, each with pre-recorded commentary in English and several other languages.Why not take a ride on the symbol of Hong Kong? The century-old Star Ferry is still one of the most scenic ways to transport people between Hong Kong Island and Kowloon. Two routes are operated between Wanchai and Tsim Sha Tsui, and Tsim Sha Tsui and Central. Fares starting at HK$2 one way.