City: Kowloon
Top Things to do in Kowloon
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Delectable dim sum, floating islands, and a one-of-a-kind skyline are just some of Hong Kong’s unique features. Get an eyeful of traditional Chinese architecture in Ngong Ping village, then take the tram to the tippity-top of Victoria Peak for unparalleled views. The rocks and gentle hills of Nan Lian Garden will bring you inner peace, as will a calming cup of tea in a Stanley café. Become one with everything at the Chi Lin Nunnery, a serene Buddhist complex.
Restaurants in Hong Kong
1. Hong Kong Tourism Board
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 672 reviews
The Hong Kong Tourism Board is here to answer your questions and provide information about all the sights, sounds and happenings in Hong Kong. Pop into one of our Visitor Centres to see what’s going on, or to just say hello!
Reviewed By davidwQ2305JS - Ballarat, Australia
The HK Tourism site located near the Star Ferry Terminal on the Kowloon side of Hong Kong was incredibly helpful to us during our recent visit to Hong Kong. They were able to provide maps, tourist destination brochures and guidance that was incredibly helpful given the shut down of many attractions in Hong Kong because of the coronavirus situation.
2. Sandbox VR
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5.0 based on 626 reviews
Experience unreal worlds with your friends. Sandbox VR is the futuristic experience that people have been dreaming about. It's a cutting-edge social experience straight out of science fiction. This is VR as it was meant to be. Full-body immersion transforms your physical body into a virtual body. Your team can actually see, touch, and interact each other inside our virtual worlds. There's a reason why people like Justin Timberlake, Katy Perry, Kevin Durant, Orlando Bloom, and Will Smith support us. We're building the future of entertainment, and you can try it with your friends today. To create the best VR experiences on the planet, we combine the latest VR technology, Hollywood motion capture rigs, and AAA-quality content experiences built by veterans from EA, Sony, and Ubisoft. With accuracy down to a finger wiggle, it's so real, you might forget it's not. In here, it's possible.
Reviewed By LOCallaghan
My girlfriend found these guys through Tripadvisor and we couldn't help ourselves to give it a try. Having tried some VR setups before I had some expectation of the visuals and usage of the goggles but honestly I was blown away by all their custom equipment. Rumble suits, VR harness, custome guns/rifles, tracking sensors for your legs and arms. It all added to the extensive VR experience. Aside from the software which is designed in house they have clearly thought about what will give you a more immersive experience by adding the rumble to your body and extra wind effects. All I can say for something that is still in development this is by far the most immersive experience I have every had. Period. Another bonus point is that you don't get motion sickness (depends per person of course) because you are walking and moving your body. So it actually feels like you are there. I believe your brain handles the sensory input better when move senses are stimulated. Just using your eyes is not enough. Cut a long story short. You would miss out on something special if you didn't try this.
3. Hong Kong Museum of History
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4.5 based on 3,702 reviews
Reviewed By kpiddy - Brisbane, Australia
What a find, the Hong Kong Museum of History was fabulous and free. Three hours passed so quickly, the exhibits and artifacts cover the history of Hong Kong in chronological order were superb. The exhibition starts in the prehistoric year and covers everything in between to modern times, there are recreated harbourside scenes, full sized traditional town streets and temples, quality pieces and so colourful and informative. Definitely worthy of a return visit in the future. Open daily, closed on Tuesday. Nearest MTR stations are Hung Hom, Jordan and Tsim Sha Tsui.
4. Chi Lin Nunnery
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4.5 based on 3,344 reviews
Reviewed By BradJill - Hong Kong, China
The Chi Lin Nunnery is one of our special places in Hong Kong. Originally built in 1934, the monastery building and grounds you see today were opened to the public in 2000. This is a peaceful and tranquil place that is beautifully maintained. Chi Lin along with the adjacent Nan Lian Gardens are free to visit and open from 7am to 7pm daily. What you find here is a Buddhist monastic complex constructed of cedar wood and built in the style of the Tang Dynasty. There are a handful of halls, each fitted with beautiful shrines with gilded and colourful statue figures representing manifestations of Buddha. The main hall includes five large gilded figures (3 Buddha figures and 2 attending disciples) is particularly impressive. Note that they ask you to not take photos in this area of the monastery. There is information posted next to each hall with Chinese and English text, allowing you to read up and learn about the figures on display in each. You can take pictures in the open courtyard which are decorated with numerous manicured shrubs and flowering plants. This is a Lotus Pond Garden with four delightful pools, it is an attractive setting and easy place to relax and enjoy yourself. Overall, this is a place you can easily spend half an hour. Add an addition 30-45 minutes to browse the grounds and exhibition galleries of the Nan Lian Garden which is connected by bridge to the other side of the street running along side the Nunnery. Collectively, these two attractions represent one of the most beautiful locations to visit in Hong Kong, a place loved by residents and visitors alike.
5. Tsim Sha Tsui
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4.5 based on 1,743 reviews
This major tourist hub is complete with many shops and landmark, such as the Tsim Sha Tsui Clock Tower. Some call this area Hong Kong's equivalent to the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Reviewed By cakasana - Surabaya, Indonesia
It’s a shopping district with various choices on food, among other stuffs. You can definitely do window shopping here, and it is worth mentioning that this is the place where some of the HK museums are located (e.g HK Space Museum)
6. Lion Rock
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4.5 based on 103 reviews
At 1624 feet tall this is one of Hong Kong's most recognizable landmarks.
Reviewed By Mairwen1
What an amazing walk – this has to be the most stunning walk in Hong Kong. The stark granite peak is incredibly striking and the views from this 495 metre point over Hong Kong, Kowloon, Shatin and the New Territories are just breathtaking. It’s like standing on top of the world. An added fun aspect to the walk was seeing macaque monkeys along the way. Overall, it’s a challenging walk and you definitely want to do it in the cooler months if you can, not in the middle of summer. You also want to do it on a clear day because there’s no way you want to sweat your way to the top and find those incredible views obscured by haze or fog. Most importantly, go prepared. Water, snacks, hat and sunscreen are absolute essentials. Be aware that there is nowhere to refill water bottles so take enough with you. You also want good shoes with grip because some of the paths are steep and rocky and have loose gravelly, slippery surfaces. Allow yourself around 3-4 hours. GETTING THERE: From Wong Tai Sin MTR, there are a couple of ways to start the walk. The most common starting point is Jong Fat Temple and Shatin Pass Rd but this involves a long stretch of uphill road and then killer stairs to the ridge. I prefer to start at Lion Rock Park on Lion Rock Rd (near the BBQ area and archery club). It’s a much shorter trail through bushland. We caught a taxi from Wong Tai Sin MTR ($24HKD) to here, then walked past the boom gate on our right and almost immediately, there are stairs on your left with a makeshift sign saying ‘Lion Rock’. This path will take you all the way up to Lion Rock via the Reunification Pavilion and you can continue along the ridge before heading down to join Shatin Pass.
7. Victoria Harbour
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4.5 based on 6,262 reviews
Reviewed By lisadavies2018 - London, United Kingdom
What an absolutely beautiful unforgettable harbour this is. We were lucky enough to have a hotel room that overlooked the entire harbour and never tired of the sight we were greeted with. The skyline is breathtaking both throughout the day and at night. The buildings on HK island light up daily and with the light show every night at 8 it truly offers you an unforgettable view. Loved watching the different boats and ferries crossing the harbour and seeing the helicopter taking off and landing opposite it was magical
8. Nan Lian Garden
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4.5 based on 4,154 reviews
Reviewed By delilahpop1
An absolutely beautiful, peaceful garden to take a stroll around and get away from the crowds of Kowloon. Extremely well kept, and well worth a visit.
9. Sky100 Hong Kong Observation Deck
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4.5 based on 2,078 reviews
sky100 Hong Kong Observation Deck is located on the 100th floor of International Commerce Centre (ICC), the tallest building in Hong Kong. At 393 m above sea level, it is the only indoor observation deck in Hong Kong offering 360-degree views of the territory and its famous Victoria Harbour. Connected to major transportation networks and world-class shopping mall "Elements" in the city. It has been acclaimed as the must-visit first stop for tourists to Hong Kong. It also features exceptional swift double-deck high-speed elevators, which reach the 100th floor in just 60 seconds. Before you visit sky100, we recommend you to check our opening hours & special arrangement in our website, as some area maybe blocked due to special events held by other parties. Hope to see you soon in sky100.
Reviewed By kittytubeVlogs - Melbourne, Australia
The views are amazing and there is a great gift shop. If you love skyscrapers, this is a must-do with views of Hong Hong Kong harbour, Victoria Peak & Lantau. And for collectors & Aviation Enthusiasts, there is a large selection of Cathay pacific airplane in the gift shop
10. Star Ferry
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4.5 based on 24,477 reviews
Reviewed By edsF7546XX
Iconic trip from Kowloon to Hong Kong Island and back, 2.6 HKD, much more fun than the Metro, great view both ways, remember to take the elevated walkway on Hong Kong Island side for the best photo opportunities.
