If you have a pet in Hong Kong then chances are you have been here…read more Victory Avenue is a street that stretches from Argyle Street to Waterloo Road; in this short street there are upwards of 10 different pet stores and shops selling pet accessories. Other than that there are a number of vets on this street which gives it a very unique feel in the middle of town. This is a dog lover's heaven as you will find that most of the shops are selling dogs (note: I'm very much against buying breeder dogs) and some sell cats too. On my visit I was actually looking for a new leash for my mongrel at home and to be honest when I had that little teacup toy poodle in my hand I was tempted to bring it home too. Nope, I told myself I must stick to my principles and left that poor thing back in the shop. I sort of felt like I let him down by not taking him away... There are a number of eateries along the street- a dim sum place, a place that does really good Hainan chicken and a number of cha charn tengs that would be good for an afternoon tea set. Would I recommend any tourists coming here just for a look-see? No, there's nothing special about it in all honesty. Would I recommend parents with kids to come here to have a look? Yes, the kids will love it but just make sure you don't go home with a dog/ cat. Go adopt.

What's up: Hiking in Hong Kong! I had to get at least one hike in and during my research, I read…read morethat this was a great place to see the views. Transit: Depending on where you want to start on your hike, there are several bus stops to choose from. We took the 14M Minibus and got dropped off on Boyce Rd. We went up the stairs and took Mount Butler Rd to take the Sir Cecil's Ride trail. For our return trip into the city, we took the 25A bus, but there are plenty of options to choose from. Environment: From where we got off the bus, we climbed stairs that led us to a paved road. We travelled on it for a while before finally hitting the dirt trail. Along the way, there are some portions that are paved but majority of it was dirt. To get to the view point, there was a slight incline and you'll have to climb up in between boulders (not too strenuous). But once you get to the top, you'll have a great view. Yay/Nay/Meh: Yay. Overall, it was an easy hike. Most of the trail is not covered so it might be difficult if it was a hot and sunny day.

One of my children wanted to go here, so we did. My general thoughts:…read more- It's small. Only 3 floors, and a lot of written content. Not a lot of interactive content. - Most of the medical content is early high school level science - Some of the content that compares "western" and "eastern" science was interesting - The history of the building and the old medical equipment was probably the most interesting to me - for only $50 HKD to cover the entire family, it's not a big investment I like science, so it was mildly interesting. But it's not for everyone.

I'm an American expat who lives in this neighborhood. I am a little embarrassed to admit that I…read moream only now visiting this museum. My expectation was kind of a 3 going in, but definitely a solid 4 coming out. What makes this place a 4 on Yelp? 1) Although most likely only for a limited time, they have a special exhibition of "3D Human Body." Totally kid friendly and educational. Mostly all things in print on the walls (pictures and words), but interesting none the less. The exhibition ends with a small area that showcases the SARS outbreak of 2003 and how it was identified and eradicated. Kind of interesting as an outsider who was aware when this happened, but knew the global reach this had. 2) Dating back to 1906 as the Government Bacteriological Institute, how great to see an old building that has not been knocked down to build a residential complex. 3) Plague, SARS, bacterias, infectious diseases, epidemics, sanitation issues,...kind of gross, but also like a car wreck...you don't want to look, but you have to! The history or these kinds of outbreaks here in Hong Kong (actually right in this neighborhood!) over the last 100+ years is outlined and showcased here at this facility, where they once were focusing on research, public health improvements, medical advances, etc. 4) Zhang Yanzi is an artist who is from mainland China (represented by Ora-Ora gallery) who was on special display during my visit. Very cool, merging art and medicine, really great contemporary art that is a good fit on topic and size for the space of the museum. Kind of neat to have the old and the new of this museum merged under the same roof. 5) From the top floor to the basement, they have loads of old school medical equipment on display. From an operation table from 100 years ago to the original lab table they used, it is kind of cool that all this stuff was preserved. 6) This is not your average museum. It is small compared to many and definitely a unique topic, but really kind of cool. There are only around 30 medical museums on the planet. How cool that there is one right here in HK! For $20HKD per adult, you will learn something new. I did not expect to find this all so interesting, but I did.

I've been here to walk around and look at the shops and also for a few events. This is mostly a…read morereview for the place as an event venue. It's a lovely old building from the outside and a great space to have an event. Opens up unexpectedly, with a stage and setup that feels bigger than most places in Hong Kong. I've been to a YoungLife fundraiser and the Got Balls circus themed bingo night and both were well set up with mini bars on the side and sound and lights and all that. I'd love to learn more of the history and culture that is found in the fabric stalls during the day time.

Western Market opens at 10AM. I proceeded with the Walking Tour around Sheung Wan starting off with…read morethe nearby Cafes to grab a breakfast. Inside the 1600 old building, we see textile and fabric stalls reflective of Hong Kong's culture and history.

I've visited this exhibit twice in my life now (more than a decade apart) and would go back with…read moreothers who want to learn more about Dr. Sun Yat Sen. The location is sort of difficult to reach as it is high up the hill especially if you have mobility issues or other restrictions that prevent walking easily. There is basically no other way to get here but by foot (of course after being either dropped off by taxi nearby or from the MTR Station at Central). The location used to be a mansion owned by a dear friend of Dr. Sun Yat Sen but had been bought and renovated to be a place of history dedicated to and in the memory of the father of China. The exhibit is staffed well by very knowledgeable personnel who are able to answer any questions you may have during your self-guided tour. The building spans a few floors and there is an elevator inside as well as the stairs so you can explore at your own pace. It is well air-conditioned and there is so much to learn about Dr. Sun Yat Sen's life from his very beginning as a child to how he became a doctor and a political leader, and to his death. If you're a history buff, I think it is a well-rounded and enjoyable experience. There is a video room that takes roughly 20 minutes to watch and has a handful of seats which is great to take a rest at before heading back on the streets. There are also well-maintained restrooms on the ground floor. Best of all, this remains free to the public. No photo or video is allowed inside the property.

The museum in my opinion was "so-so" as it pertains to the historical information and installation…read moreregarding Dr. Sun Yat-Sen. Mostly photographs and informational displays with stories and words (probably not as good as other museum installations I have seen on Dr. Sun Yat-Sen in Taiwan or elsewhere), plus a few items of clothing, a short video and such. The Dr. Sun Yat-Sen installation is on the top floor. The restored building dating back to 1914 that houses the museum was really quite special. I am glad when I see Hong Kong or private entity saves historic buildings like this. It is a former residence that is a blend of Chinese and Western architectural styles. They show a 10 minute video on the restoration that was involved. It really is a beautiful building and for $10HKD, worth a pop into see.

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.