Unlike the negative reviews on Yelp, you come here to experience the the true Hong Kong Experience…read more Come when it is actually dark out so you can see the beautiful decorated lanterns hung across the market. I come here for the pure exhilaration and melting pots of different nationalities coming here. Start all the way from the south which is the dining portion. Although some say there were a paucity of eatery, I thought there were plenty. This is the place to try something more exotic you can't try back home or even other parts of Hong Kong. Skip the fried noodles and wonton and go for the stinky tofu and kidneys. I myself had the spicy curried fish balls, though spicy it was out of this world and not fishy. There are refreshment stands available for you to digest the greasy foods As you walk one block or a three kilometers from the food area, you will find the merchant kiosks. It goes on for a few blocks, but it is endless stalls of goods after goods. I got to practice my bartering skills here. I got two small not authentic obviously but manufactured porcelain that costed 30 HK each for 50 HK total All in all this is a don't miss when traveling to Hong Kong.

Temple Street Night Market is highly recommended, but it is actually just row after row of the same…read moresouvenirs -- lots of knockoffs and two dozen snack stalls. The walk to Temple Street Market was very industrial with older buildings. I actually enjoy the surrounding businesses including a temple several blocks away.

I am in awe with this street! It was very different and goes up for about 3 streets. Once you get…read moreto the top, you are surrounded by skyscrapers and at that time (I'm not sure if the area changes) are surrounded by displays of carrier carts/roll aways that's changed throughout history. It was really nice and a quick relaxing place. Can also reach the top by taking the very long escalators. What I disliked about the street was so many people taking pictures of selfies everywhere. I mean, I can't blame them because it was such an interesting place for picture taking but maneuvering sucked. I would definitely love to come back to this street!

Pottinger Street / Central (Hong Kong) -- Even though this wasn't my first trip to Hong Kong, I…read moremust've conveniently forgotten how steep the hills can get to elevation-challenged tourists like myself, especially the steep inclines to be found in the Central district on Hong Kong Island. That's why there are helpful automatic walkways and escalators under long canopies over certain roadways. That was definitely a smart urban renewal move built back in the '90's, but Pottinger Street has been left intact. This atmospheric walkway consists of a series of steps and inclines on terra firma and retains its vintage Hong Kong charm with seemingly random stone slabs that connect Connaught Road Central up to Hollywood Road. Souvenir kiosks line the street on both sides, and they apparently change depending on the holiday season. Jamie W and I were here too early to see Christmas trinkets and decorations, but we saw stall after stall of local tchotchkes and T-shirts. It's worth the stroll in either direction. RELATED - Exploring Hong Kong? Here's my collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/3AGgadg

Central Market in Hong Kong was the first wet market in the city. Now it is a fresh food market…read morethat also has dry goods and restaurants. It is a fun food market to explore. Central Market is one of two existing Bauhaus market buildings in Hong Kong. Beside the market was the first public female restroom in Hong Kong. At one point, Central Market was the largest meat market in Asia. The building was renovated and most recently reopened in 2021. So nice to explore the stalls and sweet treats that are available to buy. Make sure to have yen as not all of the vendors accept credit cards. Love the anime characters. Try the roasted goose. (Thanks to our Houston CM Jandito, for that recommendation.)

Lots of cool vendors, snack spots, sit down restaurants, etc. has a bit of everything. Located in a…read morenice area with tons of different entry points. Very clean as well. Not as busy on weeknights, super busy on the weekends closer to lunchtime and after.

Chungking Mansions features curry restaurants, and foreign exchange offices, which often acts as a…read moregathering place for some of the ethnic minorities. The place is old and lack of maintenance, and the unusual atmosphere of the building is compared to the former kowloon walled city. There's also a back door of the building open to public in the alley.

A legendary building in Hong Kong…read more Was really craving some curry, rice, na'an and some masala to tingle my tongue. TONS of food varieties downstairs on the main floor of Bangladeshi, Indian, Pakistani, Indonesian Halal food. We had a soft, tender lamb curry with naan which was gorgeous in a thick gravy. Lots of guava and mango juices. The entire building has decades of character. An old place which is legendary in Hong Kong.

I went to Hong Kong for the first time last month. I know nothing about Hong Kong comics or comic…read morecharacters. I didn't even know this magical place existed. I was just wandering around Kowloon, trying to figure out what to do for breakfast, then I got distracted by the entrance for the Hong Kong Avenue of Comic Stars in Kowloon Park. There are statues of comic characters from Hong Kong comics and Hong Kong comic artists. It's fun, and cheesy, and cool. If you're like me and have no knowledge of any of these characters there are little plaques (in English and Cantonese) that tell you some information about these characters and the artists who created them. The attraction is free to check out, and it's fun to pose for selfies with statues of penguins and super spies. Kowloon Park itself is really nice and is definitely worth checking out. Kowloon Park is a short walk from the Jordan MTR Station. The Tsim Sha Shui Station is close by as well. I went here 3 times in 5 days. That's how much I loved it. Maybe I'm just a nerd, but this is a fun place to visit and worth seeing if you're in Hong Kong.

Stumbled upon the Avenue of Comic Stars walking around Kowloon Park…read more I love the huge cartoon characters. Very fun and colorful. I had no idea who any of the characters were but it was still cool. The stairwell exiting was pretty awesome. The super hero pig was my favorite! My pose when I pig out! If you are at Kowloon Park, stop by here and check it out!

One of my favorite things about Hong Kong is its juxtaposition of cosmopolitan-modern and old-China…read moretradition. I especially love how a traditional temple sits between skyscrapers. It's small on the outside, stunning within. Dedicated to the literature and martial gods, its popularity in a fast-paced city with cut-throat competition is pretty self-explanatory. And it's gorgeous inside. A bit smoky from all the incense, but it's intimate and peaceful. I love this temple. In a city that's always moving, it's a place to stand still and to reflect on and appreciate everything you've seen.

I've booked marked Man Mo Temple -- to see culture, tick of my curiosity and like all others a hope…read moreto fulfill a wish (luck). Man Mo is one of the oldest and most visited temple in Hong Kong as most come to wish upon the God of Literature and the God of War. The incenses are to be purchased vas a form of donations...inside is very smoky as many are offering their respects, including myself.

We had a great time walking around Times Square, which is just as famous shopping landmark as the…read moreSogo Department Store in Causeway Bay. While SOGO is a massive, multi-floor Japanese-style department store packed with cosmetics and a great basement fresh food market, Times Square feels more like a traditional vertical shopping mall. It has a great mix of independent fashion boutiques, lifestyle shops, and high-end luxury brands. Personally, I like Times Square much more because it is way more spacious and not nearly as crowded as Sogo. They still have "The Minions & Monsters: Bello! Hollywood Exhibition". It is open daily from 10:00 to 22:00 until August 31, 2026. As a huge Minions fan, I was so glad we visited! Admission is completely free, and I managed to take so many great photos.

Times Square happens to be a luxury brand mall in HKG, not an iconic spot like NUC. The mall is…read morehuge, over 8 floors of luxury and high end brands, electronic store, food court and few other variety of stores. The inside of the mall looks absolutely stunning, all slick and clean, modern design integrated across all the floors. We explored the mall over half an hour, floor by floor. Since we were not looking to purchase anything expensive, we were just enjoying the walk and view of the mall. Few stores we went in, staff were very friendly and willing to assist with any question.

1881 Heritage is a stunning destination! It served as the Hong Kong Marine Police Headquarters…read moreuntil 1996, and today it beautifully preserves its historical architecture and artifacts. The entire plaza looks absolutely magical when lit up at night. Now housing luxury boutiques, fine dining, and upscale bars, it is the perfect outdoor shopping spot if you are looking to treat yourself to high-end items.

I couldn't find the restaurant 'The Queen' on Yelp, so I'm reviewing it here since it's in the same…read morestructure! Funny, because the restaurant itself was rather tough to find as well. The entire building was glorious in all its classical attributes and design elements, and I can see why it's a landmark in the city--hence why it's on here and not the Michelin restaurant. Go figure! Anyway, the food was very well made and super flavorful, as you'd expect from a fancy restaurant. But the weird thing was how empty it was. There were only about half a dozen tables, and not a single patron besides us during peak dinner hours. Very odd indeed! Maybe it's the high prices or the hard-to-find location, but only hours later did we finally have some company join us. My only quibble is the high prices, but the portion sizes and quality were excellent, so it's perfectly fine for an occasional fine-dining splurge. All the dishes were extremely well made, and my favorite was definitely the seafood fried rice. God(s) Bless Hong Kong.

While wandering around Wan Chai, I came across the Blue House and the Hong Kong House of Stories…read more The Hong Kong House of Stories (香港故事館) is a tiny museum that is packed with nostalgic old items from Hong Kong's past, giving you a quick glimpse into the city's history and how much it has changed over the years. The space is small, so it doesn't take long to explore, but it was fun to poke around the exhibits and appreciate the effort that went into curating them. I also liked that there were some handmade souvenirs that I could pick up! It was a charming and worthwhile stop, especially if you're in the area already.

This is an old restored building with a little shop in the bottom floor. The shop keeper tells the…read morestory of the history of the building, which was cool to hear, as well as sells different handmade items from the shop (technically they are for donation). The shop also has other strange and curious things to browse through.