DISCOVER WONDERFUL HONG KONG

Hong Kong is not a city to gaze at from your hotel room! Get out and see it for yourself, take the chance to explore a dazzling destination where east meet west in a stylish combination of history, architecture and cuisine.

GETTING AROUND
Hopping on the tram, known locally as the ‘Ding Ding’, is one of the best ways to experience the city’s local attractions. The line runs from Kennedy Town in the west, to Shau Kei Wan in the east, passing through Causeway Bay for only HK$2.

Alternatively there is the MTR (Mass Transit Railway), a safe reliable and efficient mass transit network that stretches from the heart of Hong Kong all the way to the boundary with Mainland China. It has 211.6km of railway with drop off exits at all the most popular sightseeing, shopping, entertainment and dining points.

To get to the stadium you can take the bus, or alternatively you can take the MTR and exit F.

WHAT TO SEE

Tin Hau Temple – This monument in Causeway Bay was built in the early 18th century by the Tai family; Hakkas from the Guangdong. Legend has it that they discovered the statue of Tin Hau (the goddess of the sea) in the rocks near the shore and built a shelter for it. The temple building still stands largely in its original form despite renovations and is still managed by the Tai family.

Victoria Park – Named after its statue of Queen Victoria, it is one of the main city parks on Hong Kong island (over 19 hectares), and host to major festivals such as the Lantern festival. It holds many different leisure facilities including tennis courts, a swimming pool complex, children’s playground and model boat pool as well as restaurant and fast food kiosks.

Times Square – With its towering buildings and big video screen, Times Square is a major landmark in Causeway Bay. Inside are numerous restaurants, a mall and a cinema, providing lots to do in one area.

Golden Bauhinia Square – (Also known as the Expo Promenade) Marks the most significant occasion in Hong Kong’s history – the return of the former British colony to the People’s Republic of China. The ‘Forever Blooming Bauhinia’ Sculpture (Golden Bauhinia) here is a gift from the Central Government. Everyday there is a flag raising ceremony by uniformed Hong Kong police including the playing of the national anthem, except for the first of every month where it is accompanied by a performance by the Police Pipe Band.

Jumbo Floating Restaurant – Located in Aberdeen Harbour, the Jumbo restaurant is an internationally renowned tourist attraction, recently upgraded in a multi-million dollar refurbishment to transform it into a theme park on the sea. It has been decorated in the style of an exquisite ancient Chinese imperial palace and has become a scenic landmark of Hong Kong, winning ‘Quality Restaurant’ for 10 consecutive years in the Quality Tourism Services.

The Peak - The peak is an amazing collection of unique attractions, with stunning vistas, great shopping and cultural dining. It is also host to one of the world’s most striking landmarks, the Peak Tower, with its iconic wok-like top it offers a dazzling array of shops and dining.

Lan Kwai Fong (Nightlife) – The ultimate destination for nightlife, with a diverse array of options to meet everyone’s idea of a good time. Full of trendy international bars and restaurants to meet every tourists demands.

Happy Valley (Horseracing) – The ‘sport of kings’ is the only legal form of gambling in Hong Kong and so is embraced with unbridled fervour. With tight tracks and high stands it resembles a Roman amphitheatre, with thousands of spectators flocking weekly to take part in the number one pastime.

Ocean Park Hong Kong Theme Park – With gut wrenching rides, exotic animals and spectacular views, the park is a fantastic place to unleash the kid in you.

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