Great ride with stunning views of the airport, mountains, and sea. The line was a bit long, but the…read more20-minute cable ride was smooth to the "village" and Big Buddha was completely worth it. The ticket price "crystal (clear) or standard and strangely some folks only purchased one way fare. Those are the brave and string ones that are willing to hike 4 hours (up/down) from the destination. Of course, before the cable car starts -- a worker offers to take a souvenir picture that you could buy toward the end of the trip.

This is a must-do activity! I highly recommend taking the Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car instead of the…read morebus. While the bus is cheaper and good for people who are afraid of heights, it takes much longer, about 50 to 60 minutes. The mountain roads are also very winding, which can make some people feel dizzy. My husband and I rode the Crystal Cabin to see the Big Buddha on our last trip. Since it was our daughters' first time in Hong Kong, we really wanted them to try it, too. They do have regular cabins without clear floors, but none of us are scared of heights, so we happily chose the glass-bottom one. We bought our tickets early on Klook. It was much cheaper than buying them at the gate. We also chose to visit on a weekday, which was a great choice because it was not crowded at all. I still remember our last visit ten years ago was super packed, and people had to wait in huge lines just to get on. The cable car ride takes about 25 minutes each way. We only bought a one-way ticket this time because we wanted to visit Tai O Fishing Village afterward. It was a fun, smooth, and beautiful 25-minute ride. We loved looking down at the green hills, seeing waterfalls, and watching the Big Buddha and Po Lin Monastery come into view. Surprisingly, it was not hot at all, and it felt pretty cool up there on the mountain. It was truly amazing!

You can call it whatever you like…read more.. I am a tourist and this trap got me smiling...yass a shopping center! Who knew about this...not me but luckily we were guided by locals which are a friend of a friend and both Andrew and Cindy did an amazing job taking us around the island and choosing this stop not just to take a much needed break for restrooms and something to drink as well since it was a very hot day viewing the scenery. Parking is a challenge here though many seem to take the tram or bus getting here which I just can't imagine as it certainly is accessible but never imagine is a spot to be to get the "Peak" views which we were told is not necessary and is a tourist trap and instead to a short walk to the back of the mall to Lion's Pavilion down Findlay Path which offers a fantastic view at no cost which was fast and easier than what I understand going up The Peak Tower Sky Terrace. Lots of shops from Starbucks to Mcdonald's though it was grabbing a cup of fresh tea made gave me the happy moment reviving the exhaust in me and on this Sunday afternoon there were many families here to enjoy the various activities and can see why many to flock over here unless you're an introvert, it's a great place to relax, enjoy and just take in the lovely view for all ages. Thank you!

This is the ultimate tourist trap, however, if you're visiting Hong Kong, I think you should…read moredefinitely come up to Peak Galleria. We went in early Dec 2023 on a Sunday around 3 PM (1500) and the place was packed! We were hoping to catch a glimpse of the sunset while we were up there and I'm sure others were keen on that as well! Note: We did not have to wait in a long line to get the entry fare for the tram to the peak because we used our Octopus cards. I believe the tram cost was also discounted for Octopus card users. Anyway, the Peak Galleria is a beautiful modern mall situated at the top of Victoria Peak. There were plenty of eateries, cafes, restaurants, and stores to peruse from. The mall was clean, and bright.

I don't know why anyone would give this escalator anything but 5 stars. It's free to use and it's…read morean option. If you don't want to use it, then don't. Have you ever tried to get up to the top of this part of Central by foot? Thank goodness for the escalator. The escalator isn't one giant continuous thing of course. There are breaks so you can get off at convenient points, like Vission bakery.

A lifeline for commuters, a perpetual filming location, and a popular free activity for tourists,…read morethe Central-Mid-Levels escalator is the longest (covered) outdoor escalator system in the world. It's also one of my favorite places to get away from the urban hustle and bustle of Central and a great way to people watch while admiring the city. After debuting 30 years ago, the escalator has recently been undergoing renovations to meet the demand that seemingly grows each year. There are 18 escalators in total, with moving walkways that are at a slight incline. From start to finish, it's about 20 minutes and covers just about 2,600 ft with a vertical climb of 443 ft. On the outside it looks like a one-way continuous escalator, but there are multiple bisections where folks can join in from different streets or hop off along the way. The most important thing to note is that the escalators run downhill in the mornings between 6AM-10AM and then uphill from then till midnight. One serious drag is that it's not wheelchair accessible, and has stairs for people to pass or reverse direction. There are several stops along the way, which are connected to bars, restaurants, and attractions. It's always recommended to stand on the right to let folks on the right pass. It's not uncommon to see sections of it closed for maintenance and it's a great way to stay out of inclement weather.

Kowloon in Hong Kong is an eclectic mix of old world charm, modern and high density urban…read moredevelopment. This densely populated peninsula( once most in the world w 255500 people/ square mile) has changed so much in the last 300 years from being a military outpost, a fort, the ungoverned enclave, the " Walled City" then a self organized residential monolith to it's eventual destruction; now it has the tranquil Walled City Park, the amazing and appetizing " Little Thailand", high end shopping in Tsim Sha Tsui. Do not miss out on the epic Sneakers Market on Fa Yuen St, the Ladies Market and the fun Goldfish Bazaar. Grab some awesome dim sum and fish balls as you browse through the aromatic Flower Market and make your way for those lovely photos by the legendary Bruce Lee Statue and greet the elders in their Tai Chi class in Kowloon Park. Kowloon is safe. Being a curious and spontaneous nocturnal creature I have loved getting to know my way around this epic area. So please hop on the convenient Airport Express train for the fun 35 minute ride to behold yet another rich place with so much history and culture.

Great view and pictures of the city. Klook has discounted tickets available for purchase which is…read moregreat to skip the lengthy line to buy tickets. No bathrooms on the top 2 levels. If you leave the sky terrace there is no re-entry, which I did not realize. Ticket scanner was providing top notch authentic customer service. He just yelled, "go home!" and signaled to a woman who yanked open the rope for me to exit. I had to laugh.

Amazing views. That's all is needed to say here…read more If you've been here u know. Make sure u bring ur selfie stick. Better pics.

The Tsim Sha Tsui Waterfront is one of Hong Kong's must-visit attractions, offering breathtaking…read morepanoramic views of Victoria Harbour and the iconic Hong Kong skyline. It's also home to the Avenue of Stars and is a popular spot to watch the nightly 8:00 PM Symphony of Lights show. We decided to skip the Symphony of Lights because we had already watched it on YouTube and didn't think it was something we needed to see in person. Instead, we spent our time strolling along the waterfront, both during the day and at night, and we enjoyed it so much more. On our second day in Hong Kong, we walked along the waterfront before taking the Star Ferry to Wan Chai. The harbor views were beautiful during the day, but the nighttime scenery was even more spectacular. The city lights reflecting on the water created an unforgettable view, and I ended up taking tons of photos! We were also happy that our hotel was within walking distance, so we visited the waterfront several times during our trip. Whether you're taking a leisurely walk, enjoying the harbor views, or simply relaxing by the water, the Tsim Sha Tsui Waterfront is definitely a must-see when visiting Hong Kong.

Strolling around Tsim Sha Tsui ("Tsimsy" as it is referred to by expatriates) is a great way to…read moreabsorb the beat of Kowloon - it moves QUICKLY and is full of sounds, sights and cooking aromas everywhere. The pulse is ADDICTIVE. The energy is BOUNDLESS. Kowloon is one of my favourite places in the world.

The bus took us up the hills slowly where at points you could see Kowloon and Hong Kong. It was…read moresuper foggy by the time we reached the top of Victoria Peak aka The Peak. We walked to the vista point but the view was obscured by heavy fog. That was a shame because the view would have been great had it been clear. The Peak Tower building hosting the tram had many shopping opportunities as well as eateries. It was interesting to see the foods offered. We visited a souvenir shop which was packed with visitors and a bit crazy. The store accepted US dollars and credit cards. The tram ride is one of the most iconic things to do when visiting. It required tickets and the queue went quickly. The ride downhill was much quicker than going up by bus. It was well worth the cost and quite unique.

As with any major city, there are tourist attractions that everyone will flock to, and Victoria…read morePeak is one of them. I do think the view is beautiful, and it's famous for a reason! We bought our tickets on Klook to get a pass that included the Peak Tram ride as well as entry to the Sky Terrace. I think if its your first time, it's worth paying the extra few bucks to get the entire view - after all, you made it all the way up there already! There are many vendors selling trinkets and food/drinks. Cute souvenirs can be found here, although overpriced as expected. If you have visitors coming for the first time, I do think its worth the trip, but maybe you don't need to go more than once.

Avenue of Stars is an iconic and touristy spot. It has been on my list to check off because both…read moretimes when I visited in 2015 and 2017, they were closed and undergoing renovations. I am a huge fan of Anita Mui and I finally got to pay her a visit. We visited on a weekday morning so there were very little people. It was perfect to capture pictures of the statues, handprints, and skyline. I noticed they added a Luckin Coffee stand along the Avenue of Stars. I did not get to try it this time around since they were not open when we were there but I would definitely keep that in mind for my next visit!

It's always fun meandering down Avenue of the Stars and people watching…read more No visit to AOTS is complete without a visit to the Bruce Lee statue.