How to spend four days at Hong Kong

How to spend four days at Hong Kong -

Hong Kong. Its name inspired visions of a chaotic, unkam rich city with tall skyscrapers, smog thick, endless noodle stalls, big finance and wild nights. It is one of my top five most popular cities in the world, and I enjoy a chance to visit. The fast pace creates a sense of constant change, and the crowds, the diverse culture and food keep me coming back constantly. Oh, the food! I could go on all day long bent sitting on a noodle bowl!

Hong Kong is a bustling city with eight million inhabitants with one of the largest hubs in the world. It can be overwhelming for many visitors, especially those who are not used to crowded places. And to do with so much, you can scratch their heads about where to begin, to the best of the trip.

The four-day plan will help you organize your trip, you control from the beaten path, and show you why Hong Kong is one of the on-the-go cities in the world.

Day 1

, the Hong Kong Museum of History - in order to understand a place, you need to understand his past first. In this museum you can do just that. It provides an excellent overview of long and complex past Hong Kong. There are exhibits on the archeology related, social history, ethnography and natural history of the region. It is great to allow so about 2-4 hours for your visit. Admission is free on Wednesday and there is an audio tour for HKD $ 10

walk through Kowloon Park
Head to Kowloon island huge park on features a swimming pool, fitness center, small ponds, where you can watch ducks and other aquatic birds, a Chinese garden, an aviary, and many rest areas where you can relax to escape the oppressive heat Hong Kong. It is one of the best places to people watch in the city.

The street markets in Mong Kok

This area of ​​Hong Kong has the largest and busiest markets in which the hectic atmosphere, sights and sounds of Hong Kong to enjoy. The masses and sellers really illustrate Hong Kong on-the-move beings. The two best markets for inexpensive souvenirs are the Ladies Market (clothes at reasonable prices, accessories and souvenirs) and the Temple Street Night Market (flea market)

Tsim Sha Tsui Waterfront -. Stroll the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront and enjoy the stunning views of the skyline of Hong Kong Iceland. While you're here, make sure to visit the Avenue of Stars, Hong Kong answer to the Hollywood "Walk of Fame", where you can see the stars of Chinese and Western film alike. There are shops, restaurants, and at night, a large market offering traditional open-air Cantonese cuisine alongside imitations and souvenirs. Come ready to haggle.

Take the Star Ferry

The best way to get across the harbor from Kowloon Iceland to Hong Kong Iceland, is on the Star Ferry, the shows a great view of the city skyline for only HKD $ 2.20. It is one of my favorite pastimes.

Day 2

ride Ngong Ping 360

This cable car just over 3.5 miles, running from Tung Chung over the bay towards the airport and then on to Lantau Iceland, where you can visit the Po Lin monastery. The cable car offers a panoramic view of the entire airport, harbor and town, before it travels through the surrounding mountains. The journey takes about 25 minutes. Lantau Iceland is a little touristy, but the drive and provide the monastery is worth looking at the city and small islands that dot Hong Kong

a food tour Take -. After the morning on the cable car and a killer view of Hong Kong enjoy lunchtime spend a food tour. Hong Kong is a food-filled city, and you will find a wide range around the world. Without help, you will never find all the hidden local favorites. The following three companies offer the best value tours:

• Bigfoot Tours
• Soft Adventures in Hong Kong
• Hong Kong Foodie Tasting Tours

a junk boat for rent

junk boats - with the big sails look at these classic boats in any film about Hong Kong - a fun way around the harbor at full sail -day and half-day trips. You can take a boat with a large group of friends rent (15 people or so) or a group travel to participate. Here are some recommended companies that offer affordable tours:

• Jaspas Junks
• Island Junks
• Saffron Cruises
• Hong Kong Junks

day 3

Walk the Ping Shan Heritage Trail

the hotel is located in the New Territories (the less the city visited northern district ), this track will lead past some of the most ancient monuments of the Tang clan. walled Hakka village Tsang Tai Uk, Fu Shin Street Traditional Bazaar, Che Kung Temple, one Mo Temple and the Temple of Ten Thousand Buddhas

Another option is the Lung Yeuk Tau Heritage Trail. It begins at the Taoist temple complex of Fung Ying Seen Koon and passes the walled villages of Ma Wat Wai and Lo Wai before Tang Chung Ling Ancestral Hall completed in the 18th century.

This part of Hong Kong is often skipped by tourists, and the paths through the city more rural region meandering, are quiet and a welcome change from the huge metropolis of downtown.

Hong Kong Heritage Museum

This museum shows the history of the city and the love of art. There is a large exhibition on the New Territories, and an opera house for performances. It fills in some of the blanks from the Kong History Museum Hong left and gives you a look at the artistic culture of the city. ! Only on the - it is also close to the beautiful Sha Tin Park and Shing Mun River, so that the environment as interesting as the museum

Che Kung Temple away street from the Heritage Museum of temple Che Kung, a General is dedicated during the southern song Dynasty (1127-1279) in ancient China. The temple here is always filled with people who are so prepared for crowds. The traditional architecture and intricate sculptures make this worth a visit after you see the Heritage Museum.

Day 4

The Peak Tram

This tram takes you to the top of the Peak, Hong Kong Iceland's largest mountain, at 1,700 Foot. Take a cable car to the top where you can enjoy a spectacular 180-degree views of the skyscrapers of Victoria Harbor, Kowloon, and the surrounding hills. It is the best view of the city

Hong Kong Museum of Art -. This museum is a fascinating and interesting place, showing Chinese ceramics, terracotta, rhinoceros horns and Chinese painting, and contemporary Hong Kong art artists. It's part art museum, part of Ripley's Believe It or Not .

to the nightlife in the Lan Kwai Fong Experience

LKF the main nightlife and party area in Hong Kong and with a variety of bars, clubs filled sheesha (water pipes), and cheap drinks. Nights are wild - the street is always full, people very drunk, and distributed like candy shots. It is violent, but if you want to see Hong Kong wilder side, this is the place to do it.

Other suggested activities

• Day trip to Macau - the gambling mecca of Macau is only a short boat ride away. For HKD $ 150, the 60-75-minute boat ride from Hong Kong ferry terminal you are in this former Portuguese colony, where you can hike gigantic modern casinos, stroll historic streets with Portuguese-inspired houses lined, and dine on pancakes. a famous local specialty
• in a cooking class - Hong Kong food. Why not learn how to cook some of it? These Hong Kong Expat website a list of 20 schools has
• walking -. Hong Kong may be a densely packed city, but there are also scenic hiking in the mountains and outer islands. There are a lot of trails (especially in the underdeveloped parts of the New Territories). This link to the Board Hong Kong Tourism lists all paths
• Visit Disneyland and Ocean Park -. If you on a trip with the family, or if you. A backpacker in connection with your inner child, head to Disneyland or Ocean Park for a day of fun Hang out with Mickey Mouse and shake hands with sea creatures. You can see Giant pandas at Ocean Park, which justifies the whole visit.

In a city of eight million people there to see countless things and do. Explore One could fill weeks Hong Kong many islands, markets, restaurants, attractions and nightlife. Although impossible so great to condense a city in a four-day itinerary, this list can help you experience the most Hong Kong has to offer in a short time.

For more travel tips for Hong Kong, check these contributions:

• Why I enjoyed Hong Kong
• My Favorite Restaurants in Hong Kong
• detail planning Guide for Hong Kong

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