Feeling nostalgic and decided to write this review. I lived across the street here and over the…read morebridge on Wilmer street for a few years. I thought it was the perfect gem for Hong Kong, especially the location of being a park right on the harbour. The concrete track that circles the park is about a 5km circle and I've had many runs on that. Special perk: free yoga classes on Saturday mornings in the park there. Challenging to find grass areas in Hong Kong , so it's always an added bonus to enjoy those small things

This park is located along the waterfront in Sheung Wan and allows one to get some breathing room…read morefrom the nearby urban jungle. There is a nice sidewalk along the waterfront that is popular with joggers and romantic couples alike. One weekends the greenspace is typically filled with families out enjoying the weather. For dog owners, the park also houses a pet garden (dog park) located very close to the Macau Ferry Terminal building adjacent to the Central Police Station. Offering a fairly large section of grass surrounded by bushes, the garden has two water spigots and semi-covered seating for owners. Bring your own water bowl to fill up however, as your pooch will get thirsty. This is a favorite destination of our pug.

A true local fixture in Wanchai, the Hennessy Road Playground may not look like much on the outside…read morebut it represents a certain truth to the Hong Kong urban scene: tight spaces, a layered history, locally recognized, and full of character. It may lack the sprawling, lush, and beautiful landscape that mirror so much of Hong Kong island's urban spaces, but it is a place of gathering for casual onlookers, people watchers (#1), and youth basketball players. It's an easy rest area for folks going through the Wanchi urban jungle, where shopping, restaurants and lots of buzzing activities are happening at all times. Well the basketball court is the main highlight, there are many more people just enjoying the break by sitting on one of its many benches. Compared to nearby playgrounds or parks, this playground might be the most casual and overlooked space in the entire neighborhood. ___________ (#1) A fascinating past time, especially in Hong Kong.

The Sai Wan Ho Harbor Park isn't so much a Park in the dictionary sense of the word. It is more of…read morea promenade where you can walk or run by the harbor. A lot of the locals will set up a fishing rod and go fishing here. I like to run along along the promenade and really enjoy the fresh air and smell of the sea. It can get crowded during the weekends and when the weather gets good. There are often gatherings for people with dogs to have their dogs play with each other. The Park is free so There is really nothing to really criticize..

It's my go-to ever since when I was a kid. This park is a hidden gem in Hong Kong. The view might…read morenot be as grand as Tsim Sha Tsui harbor, but it has a nice tranquil feeling to it especially at night. To the right side there is the typhoon shelter for fishermen's boats. Quite a spectacular view, and unique to Hong Kong. People do Tai Chi, group dances, fishing and jogging around the park. Walking along the harbor trail leads you to close to North Point. There is a pets' park towards the end. On the weekends, you can see pet owners with all their cute doggies chilling. Right next to the Harbor Park is Soho East, there is a large variety of restaurants there. A great place to explore dinner options!

We stayed in an apartment just across Portland St. Our apartment had a balcony/terrace, and the…read moreopportunities for people watching were quite varied. It's very clear this little park is the "lungs" for the whole neighborhood.

This is my favorite park and I am biased because I live by it and grew up with it. It is not a…read moregreenery based type of park although it has a lot of walkways with trees and stuff surrounding. This park has basketball courts, public exercising equipment, fountains, large spaces where people can gather to do morning exercises, and a big lot where it hosts a lot of shows. Every so often there is something happenin including flower shows, food stalls during CNY, displays etc. This time it has panda displays with the 75th year of CCP.

Once again, I do sort of wonder how long this park will retain its name, though the suggestion is…read morethat maybe it will change in about thirty years time, that is in 2050 when apparently Hong Kong's automomous status will be reassessed. However, this park is basically the park where you will find one of those ubiquitous objects that are scattered all across the former British Empire, and that is the statue of Queen Victoria. Once again, I'm not entirely sure how long this statue will remain since I suspect that there will be a time when places will want to move on from their past.

Was in vacation in Hong Kong when one of my children asked if we could see the wild monkeys. I had…read moreno idea what he was talking about. It's not until I looked it up online that within a 20 min taxi ride, we could reach Kam Shan Country Park (also known as Monkey Hill) to see them. Do we did. After exiting our taxi, and walking up a few steps, we immediately saw 3 or4 macaques. The local staff said there were two basic rules - don't carry around plastic bags (they will try to take them) and don't stare at them directly (it's considered aggressive behaviour). With that information in mind, we walked around the entire reservoir. It was longer than we had anticipated. If we had proper footwear, it probably wouldn't have been bad, but there are some fairly steep hills. As far as hiking/walking was concerned, it was pretty nice. Lots of view of foliage, the reservoir, with BBQ area spotted all throughout. We probably saw only a few more macaques during our walk around, as they are more hidden in the trails. Overall, a surprise experience I had not planned. For seeing wild macaques, it was worth it. If I had properly equipped for the walk/hike, I would've enjoyed that part more too.

Another place in Hong Kong you wouldn't associate with the towering skyscrapers and hustle bustle…read moreof city life. The only similarity being the mass of humanoid creatures blocking your way on the streets, with just about as much manners. I'm talking about monkeys here, if you didn't understand, hordes of them lazing around on the hiking trail, judging you with their beady eyes, ready to attack if you stray to near. Why are those ones missing hair? Why do they walk upright? And what small rectangular object are they constantly pointing at me? They are thinking. If you haven't guessed by now, I had a bad experience with some of these monkeys. It happened while I was trying to get a good photo, an extreme close-up. It turns out they don't appreciate being harassed by photographers. Forgetting the monkeys the trail around the reservoir is an easy one with the majority of it flat. Every so often a small path breaks off from the main trail leading to picturesque picnic spots. One such spot I visit every time I do the walk. It's a very strange place, grassy bay with boulders littered everywhere giving it the look as if some ancient civilization attempted to create seating for their very first theatre. The colors are vibrant, the green-blue of the water, the orange of the banks, the trees and the sky create the perfect selfie environment. I sent a couple of such selfies to friends around the world, all of which asked if I was on holiday and if so why was I hiking on a holiday? My response being no I was not on holiday but the question remained, why are you hiking? Good point. For those that live in Hong Kong you'll agree that there are hiking seasons, autumn, winter and spring. The summer is too hot and humid, however, as mentioned before it's more of a long walk than a hike. Still, be weary of mosquito's and bring water. And Monkeys, do not smile to the monkeys - it's equivalent to slapping a man in the face with a leather glove back in medieval England.

My family and I walked through Cherry Street Park on accident, while we were trying to find our way…read moreto some place or other on foot. It was a pleasant sort of day, and the park was a lovely thing to stumble onto. It was expansive and very walkable, with a lot of nice greenery and good people watching. And by people watching, I mean that the park was full of senior citizens getting in workouts--the park was equipped with cute, colorful, low resistance exercise equipment explicitly designed for the elderly. I saw one old lady doing leg presses, another cluster of them hanging out on mechanical stationary bikes. We didn't spend a ton of time at Cherry Street Park, but it seemed like a neat little spot, certainly a boon for locals. I'd love if my grandma had a free outdoor gym near her apartment. Just the thought of her gabbing with her church friends, pedaling very slowly on an exercise bike, makes me wish someone would copy this place in my city.

Finding a quiet place surrounded by greenery is difficult to find in Hong Kong. The park has a…read moresoccer field, basketball courts, and tennis courts. Additionally there is plenty of benches to sit and relax. The park is relatively large if for Hong Kong but I wouldn't say this is a place that's suitable for running. I'm really glad that it is close to my office. I often come here to clear my mind and for a post lunch walk. I wish there was a natural grass area where you can sit down and have a picnic. Quarry Bay park is a nice reprieve from the hustle and bustle of Hong Kong.