Hi there, I’ve got a spare weekend in Hong Kong in a few weeks due to work on either side. Any off the beaten track suggestions (food, activities etc)? Thanks!
I got the ferry to Lamma Island just nearby and explored the island for a few hours. It was a fun few hours in what's quite an interesting little place to visit.
Lantau island has plenty to fill a day [esp if you like hiking]. Easy and regular ferry from central to Mui Wo and regular buses to interesting places from the ferry terminal.
I'll second Ryan's suggestion. I really enjoyed my day trip to Lamma Island. Quirky little township, various easy hikes and lovely scenery. The low-key vibe is a fun contrast to HK proper. Pleasant and scenic ferry ride there and back as well.
I’d second and third Ryan’s suggestion. Catch the ferry to one side of the island, walk over to the other side (about 2 hours) lunch at a little harbour side seafood restaurant (the best cold Tsing Tao you’ll ever have) and then ferry back into HKG...
Macau can be a great day trip, skip the casinos and wander through the town itself, it's like a slice of Europe (specifically Portugal) in Asia. Another option is Lantau Island and the fishing village of Tai O.
Thanks - all these sound like great ideas! I’ve been to Macao a few times (and Ocean Park once) but haven’t been out to the islands so may check them out.
Cheung Chau island is also worth a trip, if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle. Seafood at one of the little waterfront restaurants is delicious.
You should try Hong Kong-style cafes. You would be amazed with the speedy service and taste. I watched a video this morning about one cafe in Jordan, it took 16s from order to food to table.
Not off the beaten track exactly, but I love the Hong Kong History Museum. It's got some great displays that give you a real feel for Hong Kong through the 20th century.
Go and see the remains of the Kowloon Walled City and have lunch at one of the many Thai restaurants in Kowloon City.
Go and get a straight razor shave at a traditional HK barber. Or if you are feeling rich, at the Mandarin Oriental.
If you like cars, visit the Automall in Wanchai. Basically a basement full of sweet luxury sports cars.
Macau can be a great day trip, skip the casinos and wander through the town itself, it's like a slice of Europe (specifically Portugal) in Asia. Another option is Lantau Island and the fishing village of Tai O.
If I can add to David's comments, I agree to explore the back blocks of Macau but do lunch at Fernando's on Hak Sa (Black Sand) Beach. An amazing Portuguese meal - you won't want to eat for the rest of the weekend.
My wife was born in Tai O - it has grown a bit but is still a very interesting old fishing village with a 'pirate' history (where they used to smuggle stuff into HK) and you can do a trip up to the Big Buddha on Lantau.
Steve987
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Hi there, I’ve got a spare weekend in Hong Kong in a few weeks due to work on either side. Any off the beaten track suggestions (food, activities etc)? Thanks!
Ryan K
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I got the ferry to Lamma Island just nearby and explored the island for a few hours. It was a fun few hours in what's quite an interesting little place to visit.
sid
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Ocean Park is quite close by train to central HK. Great day out and you get to see pandas!
tuzza1
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Lantau island has plenty to fill a day [esp if you like hiking]. Easy and regular ferry from central to Mui Wo and regular buses to interesting places from the ferry terminal.
JackMiles
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I'll second Ryan's suggestion. I really enjoyed my day trip to Lamma Island. Quirky little township, various easy hikes and lovely scenery. The low-key vibe is a fun contrast to HK proper. Pleasant and scenic ferry ride there and back as well.
Ryan K
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Another option is to take the ferry to Macau for the day. Now, that's one strange place! Worth a visit though.
SimonFrost
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I’d second and third Ryan’s suggestion. Catch the ferry to one side of the island, walk over to the other side (about 2 hours) lunch at a little harbour side seafood restaurant (the best cold Tsing Tao you’ll ever have) and then ferry back into HKG...
David
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Macau can be a great day trip, skip the casinos and wander through the town itself, it's like a slice of Europe (specifically Portugal) in Asia. Another option is Lantau Island and the fishing village of Tai O.
Steve987
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Thanks - all these sound like great ideas! I’ve been to Macao a few times (and Ocean Park once) but haven’t been out to the islands so may check them out.
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Get up at sunrise and walk up the Peak Circle Walk. http://www.discoverhongkong.com/au/see-do/great-outdoors/hikes/peak-circle-walk.jsp. I have done this ... once. But worth it. Then you have a licence to stuff yourself silly at dim sum later on in the day.
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Cheung Chau island is also worth a trip, if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle. Seafood at one of the little waterfront restaurants is delicious.
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You should try Hong Kong-style cafes. You would be amazed with the speedy service and taste. I watched a video this morning about one cafe in Jordan, it took 16s from order to food to table.
lionelhutz
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Not off the beaten track exactly, but I love the Hong Kong History Museum. It's got some great displays that give you a real feel for Hong Kong through the 20th century.
Go and get a straight razor shave at a traditional HK barber. Or if you are feeling rich, at the Mandarin Oriental.
If you like cars, visit the Automall in Wanchai. Basically a basement full of sweet luxury sports cars.
Booster
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Dragons Back bush walk followed by lunch on the beach. Just take plenty of water and an umbrella for shade.
QJK
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If I can add to David's comments, I agree to explore the back blocks of Macau but do lunch at Fernando's on Hak Sa (Black Sand) Beach. An amazing Portuguese meal - you won't want to eat for the rest of the weekend.