I took the MTR to travel from North Point to Wanchai . We sat in the park class by to rest and…read moreenjoyed the beautiful sky and sunshine . Outside temperate was 55 F . Proven cold for HK people but perfect for me . This WanChai tower is a government building . One of the main office is to fill in the application for a new Hong Kong ID . Beside local HK citizens, there were Indians , Caucasian, Asians from other parts of the world . It is recommended to make an appointment to avoid long wait . All the staffs were well trained , efficient , good manner and patient. It could be good example for other government staffs in other cities . They are so efficient and polite even it was very busy . I am so impressed and this was a totally wonderful experience.

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.

This small tourist info center is located right by the Tsim Sha Tsui (TST) Star Ferry Pier. It's…read morestaff are knowledgeable, helpful, friendly, and speak English. It's a Go-To place for FREE Maps, and brochures (see pics) on self-guided walking tours, hiking trails, parks, various local attractions, as well as useful info on local transportations, availability of FREE internet networks. When in TST, this should be your very FIRST PLACE to visit. Its able staff can help you plan out your visit very nicely. TST is one of the must-visit districts in Kowloon. Therefore, it's a good idea to drop by the Tourists Info in TST first before your adventures. - TST is the HOME of many modern and traditional shopping malls, heritage museums, culture centers, and various attractions such as the harbor promenade, Avenue of Stars, 1881 Heritage Complex, the Ferry to the Hong Kong island, the famous, gigantic Kowloon Park, and the famous Harbor City Mall. The Star Ferry Pier is also the bus terminal, where one can board buses to visit various major districts in Kowloon (see pic). Of course, the Ferry ride across the beautiful Victoria Harbour should be one of the highlights of visiting HK. Over the years visiting Hong Kong, I always make it a point to visit the Visitors Centre, getting up to date, useful info from them. From every visit, I learn something new and useful. Thank you, HK Tourists Board, for doing such a great job! Peter - An appreciative tourist, May 2015

When I walked into the Hong Kong Tourism Board office at the ferry terminal with many questions I…read morehad no idea that I would be met by such a wonderful, knowledgeable and enthusiastic person named Windy. She seems to just love what she is doing. She told me her mother taught her to help people and that is what she wants to do. Although this was my fourth visit to Hong Kong (I think Hong Kong is one of the greatest cities in the world) I still had several questions because things have changed drastically since I was there last in 1999. Windy gave me many tips on where to go, what to do and the best way to get there. I did everything she said and my day turned out to be absolutely fabulous. When I came back to thank her at the end of the day she had already gone. Thank you Windy.

The BOC Tower is a skyscraper located in Central, which houses the headquarters of the Bank of…read moreChina (Hong Kong) Limited. It is one of the most recognisable landmarks in HK, notable for its distinct shape and design, consisting of triangular frameworks covered by glass curtain walls. They used to have observation deck open to public, unfortunately already closed permanently.

A Hong Kong icon that composes the skyline. I love photographing the exterior of this building…read morefrom street level. Designed by I. M. Pei and L.C Pei and the most recognizable skyscrapers in Admiralty, Hong Kong.

Opened in 1989, it connects Quarry Bay, Hong Kong Island and Cha Kwo Ling, Kowloon…read more Toll is HK$25.00 for private cars, this is one of 3 cross harbour tunnels that connects Hong Kong Island to the Kowloon Peninsular. My personal preference when travelling to Kowloon is to take the Eastern Cross Harbour Tunnel as the Cross Harbour Tunnel ( connecting Causeway Bay to Hung Hom ), is super congested, waiting time usually can be 15 or 30 mins. Of course, during peak hours most tunnels will also be congested but still ECHT is more bearable!

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.

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.

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.