Stunning lookout! Kowloon Peak is actually taller than Victoria Peak and cooler in temperature than…read morethe city, making it a perfect getaway. To drive to the top, it's a one way mountain road, very windy. KP is definitely less developed and hence less touristy than Victoria. Completely worthwhile for killer views facing Hong Kong Island skyline, overlooking all of Kowloon. PS - top makeout spot for locals.

I visited Lantau Island last year with my hb…read more Lantau Island is famous for the Tian Tan Buddha, the Po Lin Monastery, the Hong Kong Disneyland, Ngong Ping 360 cable car. And lessor known areas that our driver pointed out to us in a distance, Shek Pik Prison, a prison for mid to long term sentences and for life imprisonments. And other corrections facilities that we didn't see, but on the island. On Lantau Island, you feel the remoteness away from the hustle and bustle of the Hong Kong metropolis. It used to be completely farm country until it became touristy with the erecting of the Buddha and Disneyland. On our drive, we saw some water buffaloes (similar to the carabao in the Philippines, maybe same species) on the winding roadways that I thought were statues because they were just so still. Sitting or standing. But our driver told me that years ago when the government wanted to develop part of the land, a lot of farmers (landowners) let their water buffaloes roam free and become wild instead of killing them, so today, they inhabit the island. I absolutely love it and wouldn't mind coming back to explore again when pandemic is over.

Great day trip to Lantau Island. We taxi (MTR was closed) so…read morecant give you advice on that. Ngong Ping gondola ride is a must. Purchase the crystal (glass) one if you're not afraid of heights---you can see below to the green trees and ocean. BUy your ticket off Klook for a discounted price. Walk up the 298 steps the to Tian Tan---big Buddha! Walk around Lo Pin Monastery. Take a short 10 min bus ride to Tai O Village and Market to see the houses on stilts and try their famous shrimp paste flavored food!

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.

There are excellent views of Hong Kong island from all angles and pockets of Kowloon, but the…read moreuninterrupted panoramic view from the Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade is certainly among the best. Subpar weather aside, the day and night time views here are a photographer's dream, making this easily one of Hong Kong's most visited destinations. On a great weather day, this is my preferred spot for walks along the harbor, people watching, random photography, and generally contemplating the meaning of life. There is no fee / admission to roam near the waters to admire the mighty skyline, making it an ideal spot to get away from the bustle of HK life. There are seasonal exhibitions / performances / productions happening all throughout the promenade as well. Everything from Lunar New Year to the Holiday season celebrations are happening along the waterfront, which makes this space an attractive one for organizations throughout Hong Kong. It's generally a family fun affair, which means tourists and locals alike will be here on any given night. Pro-Tip: Taking night shots without the proper equipment can prove to be difficult. Shoot for early morning or mid-day and beware of the selfie sticks. They're almost everywhere.

An underrated and local spot to soak in the city views. Why pay to go up to the peak tower when you…read morecan go on this shaded looped to see the skyline from nearly all angles?! I took a taxi up here during the mid-autumn holiday weekend. Took my partner and I about an hour to do the loop and took some incredible photos while we were at it. There were not a lot of people, it was not overly crowded and people were able to get lots of photo ops. I highly recommend doing this vs. the peak tower because its what the local does and it feels much less touristy and more quiet.

If you need a quick beautiful 2 mile hike with spectacular scenery and views of Hong Kong, this is…read morefor you. The trail loops around Victoria Peak, and you can turn in and up the mountain and go see the Victoria Peak garden's as well. There are trees everywhere and even after a week after a typhoon, the walk was pleasant and there wasn't much damage. There are figs and all sorts of different trees in good condition, too many to list. The path is well maintained and there's almost always a good view. Lots of runners in the morning, and depending on the time of day the breeze is super good up there. Not much else to say except to see it yourself. It's pretty nice for a hike.

The first time I visited Hong Kong I had never heard of this place, despite all of the Hong Kong…read morefilms that I had watched. However, after watching an awful lot of youtube I ended up discovering this notorious place. However, it no longer exists, and it has been turned into a park. Despite that, there are a number exhibits, including a model, on the former slum. It is quite a nice a peaceful park though.

The park is really nice to stroll through, but the main attraction is the history of the Kowloon…read moreWalled City. You'll reach a section where it talks about the Kowloon Walled City, interesting facts, and a small statue of how dense the apartments were. As you walk further in, there will be people giving away vouchers (free) to walk inside the Cinematic Journey (movie set). You get free entry and for 15 minutes, you can view the movie set, get a sense of how the apartments used to look, and read more history. It was very interesting and worth checking out if you have the time. Tip(s): - Visit the Cinematic Journey for free (someone will be handing out vouchers)

Ah, can't wait to hike it again. Joined a tour to check out the Dragon's Back trail. Booked on…read morePelago as you get double Krisflyer miles per dollar spent. It started mid morning 10a.m. Met the tour guide outside the metro station, grabbed a local bus up the mountain and started the trek 128m from the summit. It's chockers full of people so go earlier !. We set a crazy pace up the massive steps, stones and earth. Stopped only to catch a view and a quick breath. Everyone was out there but it was absolutely lovely and shady. The views of course were well worth it!. We diverted to walk down steps after the reservoir to get to Big Wave Bay where local surfers hang out. Ended the hike in 2.5 hours ( give yourself 4 to 5 hours, our guide was fast). Spent the next 45 minutes by the beach watching the waves and cooling down. Best time is winter for cool weather. Best time for wildlife is July!

This is a great Medium difficulty hike with spectacular views of the beaches and bays on either…read moreside of the island. Take a bus to drop you off at the trailhead and start your hike up the mountain. Total time to hike the trail took about 2 hours at a brisk pace. If you're taking a leisurely stroll it will take much longer. I would recommend doing the hike that leads to Big Wave Bay where you can grab a bite to eat by the beach while watching the surfers catch some waves.

Large park close to business district in Hong Kong. Depending on the time of the year, they have…read moredifferent exhibitions and shows going on in the park. It's a very open space with a gorgeous view of the surrounding buildings and Victoria Harbour.

I had been looking around for a place to do sprints for a few weeks and wasn't happy with the…read moreoptions around my place: Victoria Park was too crowded and there wasn't any straight trail where I could run without bumping into people; Wan Chai Park...too hilly; Hong Kong Park, again crowded and uneven. I had resorted to the treadmill (and risked my life with it!) until a friend told me about Tamar Park. Yeah, I didn't know about it until recently, sorry! To get to Tamar Park from Admiralty, you need to get to Admiralty Center and cross the bridge until you get to the Government Offices. It's a huge, beautiful park overlooking Victoria Harbour. From the entrance of the park you can see a green large carpet. The design of the park is simple and elegant. The first time I went there was on a sunny Sunday and was delighted to have found such a place, a little away from mayhem in Central and exceptionally quiet (on a Sunday, yes!). There were groups of people here and there but I could easily find a free spot under a tree and enjoy my book. It is also a great place for those who work around Admiralty, like me. The downside is that there isn't much shelter and you may want to avoid it during the hot stuffy months. I came back at night a few weeks ago and the view is astonishing, much better than at daylight. It's probably one of my favorite spots to contemplate Hong Kong from. It's just a perfect mix of romanticism and peace. Now, the reason I wanted to check it out was to go sprinting, and you can definitely do that, both in the park, in the early morning when it is empty, or you can go down to the Central Promenade. You will find people jogging along quite often but I expected it to be more crowded. If you carry on this trail, you can reach Central Piers and Star Ferry. Whether you are runner or jogger or you simply haven't found you 'green piece' in the city, I would very much recommend you visit Tamar Park. Or take your other half there at night, he/she will fall in love with you if that hasn't happened yet!

Kwok Shui Park is one of those neighborhood skateparks; the ones that aren't connected to a larger…read morepark and is a stand-alone playground. As such, it is a bare bones park - no toilets, no water fountains, no conveniences that I know of. For some, these are best type of parks while for others, they may want the convenience of skatepark connected to a larger park. As a skatepark, it has all the basic obstacles: rails, stairs, fun boxes and a general street plaza. Ollie and flip tricks can be practiced, as well as the occasional slide and grind tricks. Trees surround the park and there is a shed area if it should rain or if its too sunny. I find this park great fun, especially for those who live around the area. I've only ever been to it once but I enjoyed the simplicity of the park, so much so that we stayed for over 4 hours. It is easily accessible, and although it is situated roadside, it doesn't get too dusty. Apart from skateboarding, the park can also be used for inline skating aka rollerblading. The easiest way to get to the skatepark is via MTR, drop off at Tai Wo Hau station. There aren't a lot of skaters around these parts, so if you find yourself always skating at Mei Foo or the other bigger parks, come try out the skatepark here to practice your tricks. Make sure that you bring your own water when you come to this park as there are no refreshment kiosks nearby.