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Hong Kong is one of the world’s most densely populated cities. You’ll find delicious food, fun activities, and a rich history in this energetic, towering, eclectic city. Home to over 7.4 million people, Hong Kong is comprised of over 260 islands. World-class food, an active nightlife, lively night markets, and plenty of spaces to escape to when you need a break make it a fast-paced city.
The best time to visit Hong Kong is during autumn and early winter, specifically from late September to late December. Spring is considered the low season for tourists to visit. Springtime in Hong Kong is typically warm and humid with fog and light rain. Temperatures in spring are between 18 °C to 28 °C (64°F to 82°F).
The climate during the summer is extremely sweltering and humid, with frequent thunderstorms. The months of July to September are peak typhoon season as well. The average temperature ranges from 26 °C to 32 °C (79°F to 90°F), which may not sound too bad for some, but coupled with the humidity it can become quite hot. Autumn is the ideal time to visit Hong Kong, with average temperatures ranging from 19°C to 28°C (66°F to 82°F). There is an abundance of sunshine, low humidity, and a stable climate. Next to autumn, winter is also the best time to visit Hong Kong. Temperatures in winter average between 14°C to 19°C (57°F to 66°F).
Hong Kong Disneyland
Disneyland is the perfect place to play tourist and reconnect with your inner child. In addition to spinning teacups and Jungle Cruise, the park offers dozen of attractions. Located on Lantau Island, the park is just 20 minutes away by car. Getting there is super easy. You can take public transportation there in around 45 minutes as well. They also have a nightly fireworks show at 9 pm.
Lamma Island
Although it is the third-largest island in Hong Kong, Lamma Island is a quiet island that few people visit. It has only a few thousand residents and no cars are allowed. Additionally, there are no buildings over three stories high, so it has a different feel from the rest of the city. Hong Kong Island attracts young people, artists, expats, and musicians because it's cheaper and more laid back than the rest of Hong Kong.
Victoria Peak
The best view of the city can be found at Victoria Peak, especially at night. With a height of 518 meters (1,700 feet), it is Hong Kong Island's tallest mountain. A funicular or hike can take you to the top. Upon reaching the top, you'll be rewarded with a 360-degree panorama of the skyline, Victoria Harbor, Kowloon, and the surrounding hills. There's no better view of the city than this.
Mong Kok
Mong Kok is a winding area of narrow streets on Kowloon known for its markets. To really experience Hong Kong, come here and soak up the frenetic atmosphere, see the sights, and bask in the organized chaos. There are plenty of bargain clothes, accessories, and souvenirs at the Ladies Market, as well as at the Temple Street Night Market (a flea market). You should still visit some of the markets even if you don't plan on buying anything. By walking around the city, you will gain a much deeper understanding of it.
Lan Kwai Fong
There is a lot of nightlife and partying in Lan Kwai Fong. In addition, the area is filled with bars, clubs, and shisha bars that cater to expats. There are cheap drinks and wild nights out. The streets get crowded and rowdy, but if you want to see the city's wild side, this is the place to be especially during Halloween and New Year’s Eve.
The Guangdong Province of China is the source of traditional Hong Kong cuisine. The most well-known Cantonese meals include chicken, pork, or fish with rice or noodles and some sort of pickled or preserved vegetable. Street food is also a very significant part of Cantonese food culture in Hong Kong. You are certain to encounter numerous street vendors selling snacks and foods that are deep-fried and have enticing aromas.
A popular choice for breakfast in Hong Kong is often ‘congee’. This traditional Hong Kong breakfast dish consists of white rice that has been boiled to a consistency similar to porridge. It is typically accompanied by a variety of savoury ingredients, such as salted pork, minced beef, or seafood. The most popular food to eat in Hong Kong at lunchtime is Dim Sum. The traditional evening meal for Hongkongers is a stir fry or a combination of boiled or steamed rice and meat. Popular desserts in Hong Kong include baked egg custards (Daan tart), deep fried dough (Yau char gwai), and steamed hot buns with melted butter (Bow law yau).
Must-try: Barbecued meats, Cart noodles, Claypot rice, Curry fishballs, Dim sum, Egg tarts, Egg waffles, French toast, Hairy crab
Air
Hong Kong International Airport, known as Chek Lap Kok Airport, is the main airport of Hong Kong. It’s situated on the Chek Lap Kok island. This airport serves as a gateway to locations throughout Asia and is among the busiest passenger airports in the world. The Airport Express takes less than thirty minutes to go to both the airport and the city centre.