Tai Kwun is a well renovated prison yard (Victoria Prison), the Central Police Station, and…read moreMagistracy that it once was, transformed into a large cultural hub with rotating exhibitions. They also have some shops, restaurants, and even guided heritage tours for ad additional cost. Otherwise, the place can be explored for free. It is accessible right off the Mid-Levels escalator and timing of the escalator's direction is crucial so that you don't wear yourself out before the exploration itself. The area is not extremely handicap friendly, so knowing that may help your travels. Tai Kwun is on top of the hill so it is steep as you walk down back to Central MTR Station. I got to visit all of the buildings on a self-guided tour and discovered that one of the prison cells housed Vietnamese revolutionary Ho Chi Minh amongst other historical inmates. Whether you're a history buff or just a curious explorer, Tai Kwun is a unique place to visit.

Tai Kwun (大館) is an incredible preservation success story. Located at the eastern end of Hollywood…read moreRoad in Central, this massive heritage complex is a must-visit, even though many locals have surprisingly never been here. My husband wanted to explore the rich law enforcement history of the former Central Police Station, and it turned out to be an unforgettable experience. The site is huge and exceptionally well laid out. We started at the Parade Ground & Barrack Block, a beautiful, wide-open courtyard flanked by classic colonial-era brick buildings. Walking through the Victoria Prison cell blocks with history dating all the way back to 1841, it offered an immersive and fascinating look at Hong Kong's early penal system. As an extra treat, we got a chance to see the Ora-Ora Shop: Summer Pop-up! at Galerie Ora-Ora (Shop 03-105-107, Barrack Block). It was the perfect blend of historic architecture and contemporary art. If you love history, art, or just a cool space to explore away from the hectic city streets, do not miss this absolute gem.

I am a nerd for the lack of a better term. Things like monetary instruments fascinate me and…read moreusually catch my intrigue. So it was quite surprising when friends suggested we visit the Hong Kong Monetary Authority...wait why? Because we can and because we can catch an amazing view of Hong Kong and Kowloon. So..yes, you can see a spectacular view of Hong Kong and Kowloon from its location in IFC #2. It is incredibly high-up and it is a quick elevator ride once you register with a photo id at the lobby level reception. Yes, you will be looking down on the glimmering buildings of central and have a panorama of the waterfront across the harbor. Did I mention I was a nerd? Well, for those that want to learn...you can get a great insight about the Hong Kong Monetary Authority and how it carries out its mission. They feature a great historical look in how money and banking developed in Hong Kong. Another shows how they use monetary policy to manage its currency and an area showing what is going on currently. It's really quite different and interesting for any business school nerd. If anything, it has an amazing view of Hong Kong.

Located in the IFC2 building, it is very accessible from the IFC mall…read more You can see decent views for free (via registration by showing a photo ID) on the 55th floor while learning about the financial markets and how Hong Kong is involved. Very educational for finance nerds and yet very cool to see HK from a tall building in a nice setting. We came to escape the gloating amount of tourists in HK during the Chinese New Year and came here to see views. Sadly it was a cloudy day so there was nothing to see, but good that we didn't waste time and money to trek over to the Victoria Harbour which we were supposed to do until we saw the crazy long lines due to massive amounts of tourist buses from China! Overall a short side trip worth stopping over if you happen to be in the IFC anyway. IFC#2 is the second tallest building in HK. The ICC in Kowloon MTR station houses the tallest building in HK and it is not to miss. Take a drink at the Ozone bar in the Ritz (118th) or take it easy at the Ritz lounge on 108th floor, or go have a drink/tea on 100th floor at sky100.

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This seems like a really weird place to review, but I just wanted to say how EASY it was to get my…read morebackground check! I am so thankful for the efficiency. I made an appointment online, showed up, got the ticket, handed over papers, paid by Octopus, and now just wait! So orderly and pain free. Thank you. It is a little hard to find the right entrance, but just ask around.

I almost missed this landmark while walking up Battery Path. The facade of the courthouse was…read moreunassuming. I had to take a second look to make sure it did say "Court of Final Appeal." The building itself has a long history. It is in fact one of the "Declared Monuments" in Hong Kong, along with the neighboring St. John's Cathedral. Dated back in the 1800s, it has changed hands many times from the first governor of the former British colony to the American merchants and then the French missionaries. No doubt, there have been various alterations done to the original structure but the whole unit is kept in great shape. Its masonry exterior really speaks to me as I am a fan of red brick houses. This historical building has been serving as the highest court but it will change next year. You should definitely check it out.

I took the MTR to travel from North Point to Wanchai . We sat in the park class by to rest and…read moreenjoyed the beautiful sky and sunshine . Outside temperate was 55 F . Proven cold for HK people but perfect for me . This WanChai tower is a government building . One of the main office is to fill in the application for a new Hong Kong ID . Beside local HK citizens, there were Indians , Caucasian, Asians from other parts of the world . It is recommended to make an appointment to avoid long wait . All the staffs were well trained , efficient , good manner and patient. It could be good example for other government staffs in other cities . They are so efficient and polite even it was very busy . I am so impressed and this was a totally wonderful experience.

I went to visit VMO in May with the aim of gathering some information for a piece of research I was…read moreworking on. A group of us from the office went on a guided tour: they first welcomed us at their office with a presentation and we then had a look at the Cheung Sha Wan market, which they manage. During the presentation we learned a few interesting facts about them: they started operating in 1946 and are a non for profit organization that provide local growers with support and marketing services (collection, distribution, etc.). As managers of the Cheung Sha Wan Market, they only charge a maximum of 10% of the market agent's sales; the most traded products are leafy greens that come from China (around 95%) and only 2% comes from abroad. They operate in a very transparent way and you can check online for daily changes in wholesale prices. There is a very interesting project they are currently involved in: growing hydroponic vegetables (they don't need soil to grow). I've noticed this becoming quite popular, as the product not only run out of the shelves in the supermarkets, but many farms are implementing it now. One of the most amazing things I found about them is that they have an app whereby you can purchase organic and locally grown fruits and vegetables, only seasonal products. They update it every day for new products and carry limited stock, so I always check in the morning to see if there's something I'm interested in. The deliver next day, free of charge! And their prices are affordable, considering they are organically grown (24 HKD per catty of local organic cucumber). The visit gave us a great insight on how daily operations are like at a wholesale market, and especially about the VMO organization. Now I always look for their logo at the veggies section!

This is the place to be if it is your first day in Hong Kong. However, for locals, it is very…read moreimportant to keep up with all the upcoming events in the city, and to be honest, there are so many things you would not know it is in fact a tourist attraction unless you come here. There are a few visitor centres around Hong Kong but today I went to the one at the Peak. Located at The Peak Piazza next to The Peak Galleria, you will see a signage with 'Hong Kong Tourism Board' written on it. Walk inside you can see how informative this place is. I understand lots of people before they travel will buy a guide book and stuff to plan their trip, however, they have plenty of free maps, booklets and brochures for you to take from there. On top of that, the staff there are very talkative and very nice to chat with. They know what tourists want in this place and the best of all, they offer the most affordable choices for you and the suggestions are tailor made. All staff are equipped with Ipad that enables them to show you the sights on it so you know what to expect. Hong Kong as an international city, I would say that our government did spend a lot on the tourism here and you can see how much effort it has put in it with the staff training and the facilities. My advice here is really to spend some time talking to the ambassadors here instead of relying on your guidebook. You will definitely gain more doing so.

What a great little hike getting up to Pinewood Battery Park. Not to mention that Pinewood Battery…read morePark is a historically interesting. From HKU MTR to Battery Park took about 35-40 minutes (one way). Pinewood Battery Park is the highest of all coastal defense batteries and the sole remaining anti-aircraft battery found in Hong Kong still in Second World War era condition. Construction started in 1901, including the present day Hatton Road, it was used during WWI and WWII. Once you hoof up there, there are all sorts of historical signs and maps highlighting all the history. There are remnants of the command post, gun battery, magazine, caretakers quarters, observation post, etc. The sight itself is overgrown and you almost feel like you have stumbled onto something that Hong Kong has forgotten. I enjoyed being up there and wondering about, exploring, enjoying the quiet, learning a touch of history, getting some exercise and sunshine. I enjoyed the 35-40 minute vertical climb from HKU MTR and Pokefield Road to get there (via small steps, long steps, footpaths, walkways). The hoof up is not for the unfit those who do not like to exercise or sweat. HOW TO FIND. I am sure there are several routes you can take, but this was the route I discovered. I took the MTR to HKU. Leave the MTR to exit C1, when you exit, take the short set up steps to go out to the sidewalk and go right. You will then go UP that road. It was a bit confusing at first because when you turn right, there is a bunch of roads and crosswalks and it seems confusing. Simply know that you need to head UP Pokfulam Road, not down. As you are walking up Pokfulam Road, in about 5 minutes or so, you will see a Sinopec gas station and a bus terminal on the left. The steps you are seeking are on the left before you reach the Sinopec gas station. There is no sign, just a ton of steps going directly up. Once you get up this first set of steps that might seem daunting, the steps turn into switchbacks and the incline becomes less severe. Once you start up the steps, in about 15 minutes, you will begin to see signs and directions to the battery and also to other spots up in the hills, including the peak. Although there is an unmarked set up steps behind Chow Yei Ching Building that I came down from Pinewood Battery Park, the start of these steps is unmarked, so you simply need to know you are heading in the right direction. I would say about 10-15 minutes up, you will see signage and realize you are not lost.