Hong Kong

Skyline, harbor and dim sum.

China (SAR) · Asia ·

23.2M international visitors (2025) · #2 worldwide

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Hong Kong packs one of the world's great skylines, mountain hiking trails and outlying islands into a city that runs on excellent transit.

Top attractions in Hong Kong

Victoria PeakRide the Peak Tram for the classic harbor view.
Star FerryCross Victoria Harbour for a few dollars.
Symphony of LightsNightly light show from the Tsim Sha Tsui promenade.
Tian Tan BuddhaNgong Ping cable car to the giant Buddha on Lantau.
Temple Street Night MarketStreet food, fortune tellers and bargains.
Dragon's Back hikeEasy ridge trail ending at Shek O beach.

Where to stay

Central for business and bars, Tsim Sha Tsui for views and shopping.

LuxuryThe Peninsula Hong KongTsim Sha Tsui

Mid-rangeHotel ICONTsim Sha Tsui East

ValueOvolo CentralCentral

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Getting there and around

From the airport. Hong Kong International (HKG): Airport Express to Central in 24 min.

In the city. MTR metro, trams on Hong Kong Island, and ferries to the islands.

Train and bus tips

Octopus card for MTR, trams, buses and ferries.
High-speed rail to Guangzhou and Shenzhen.
Ferries and bridge buses to Macau about 1 hour.
Ding-ding trams across Hong Kong Island for pocket change.

Events, nightlife and sports

January/FebruaryChinese New YearNight parade and harbor fireworks.

JuneDragon Boat FestivalRaces in Victoria Harbour and Stanley.

Late yearClockenflapMajor music festival.

September/OctoberMid-Autumn FestivalLantern displays in Victoria Park.

Nightlife and parties. Lan Kwai Fong and SoHo for bars, rooftop bars in Central.

Sports. Hong Kong Sevens rugby (spring, Kai Tak Stadium), Wednesday-night horse racing at Happy Valley, Hong Kong Marathon (February).

Dates change every year; check official sites before booking. The concierge can get tickets.

What to eat

Dim sumRoast gooseEgg tartsWonton noodlesPineapple bun

Local tours in R Travel

Our picks for Hong Kong, plus more options once you search.

Coming soonHong Kong Island and the PeakHalf day

Peak Tram, Stanley Market and Aberdeen fishing harbor.

Peak Tram tickets
Sampan ride
Stanley Market

Coming soonLantau and the Big BuddhaFull day

Cable car, Po Lin Monastery and Tai O fishing village.

Crystal cabin option
Vegetarian monastery lunch
Stilt houses

Coming soonSham Shui Po food tour3 hours

Local eateries and markets away from the tourist trail.

Eight tastings
Street markets
Local guide

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Practical info

When to go

October–December: clear skies and mild temperatures.

Money

Hong Kong dollar (HKD)

Language

Cantonese and English

Visa (US passport holders)

No visa needed. Visa-free entry for up to 90 days (Hong Kong SAR has its own entry rules, separate from mainland China).

R Travel tip

Get an Octopus card; it pays for transit, shops and even vending machines.

Entry rules shown are for US passport holders and change often — always confirm with the destination's embassy or your airline before booking. Other nationalities should check separately.

Good to know

Typhoon season runs June–September.
Tap-and-go payments are everywhere.
Macau is an hour away by ferry or bridge bus.

Opening hours, prices, event dates and entry rules change. Check official sites before you go. Written by the R Travel team.