Hong Kong Skyline
Hong Kong Skyline
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Neighbourhood: Tsim Sha Tsui
Tsim Sha Tsui is one of the major tourist and shopping areas of Hong Kong. With a high concentration of hotels, retail shops and commercial offices – it’s a busy and bustling neighbourhood that never sleeps. On the surface, Tsim Sha Tsui seems to only feature an abundant number of high-end retail stores selling designer brands and jewelry, owing to its popularity with high-budget shopping tours. However, it also contains a diverse range of attractions for the entire family. Whether taking a walk in Kowloon Park, exploring museums, going shopping or grabbing a bite to eat – Tsim Sha Tsui has something for everyone.
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- East Tsim Sha Tsui • 6 min walk
- Tsim Sha Tsui • 7 min walk
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The Netherlands358,517 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
I was in Hong Kong for the last time in February 2020, just before Covid-19 caused travel chaos worldwide and many borders almost everywere were closed. Now that the Hong Kong border is fully opened, i returned and stayed here for 2 nights altogether. The Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade in Kowloon is almost just down the road from the Kowloon Hotel where i stayed for one night. From the Tsim Sha Shui Promenade on Kowloon, the views of the Hong Kong Skyline on Hong Kong island on the other side are always most spectacular, both day and night. Very impressive indeed as far as i am concerned👍👍👍
Written 12 December 2023
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hcd-1921
Zurich, Switzerland72 contributions
Sept 2023 • Friends
I'm not sure which side is actually considered the skyline but I'm just going to write about both:
No matter which side, the view is best from the Peak (see Peak review). There you are "behind" both sides and the angle is perfect. The Star Ferry (see Star Ferry review) or any other boat on the bay is also a good point to see either side of the skyline because one is in between them. From the Avenue of the Stars (TST side) one should watch the symphony of lights every night starting at 8pm for about 10-15 minutes. From both Causeway Bay and the piers or IFC Mall at Central one has a nice view of the TST side.
No matter which side, the view is best from the Peak (see Peak review). There you are "behind" both sides and the angle is perfect. The Star Ferry (see Star Ferry review) or any other boat on the bay is also a good point to see either side of the skyline because one is in between them. From the Avenue of the Stars (TST side) one should watch the symphony of lights every night starting at 8pm for about 10-15 minutes. From both Causeway Bay and the piers or IFC Mall at Central one has a nice view of the TST side.
Written 1 October 2023
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Sophia
Malmö, Sweden21 contributions
Aug 2023
Amazing skyline that's pretty both day and night. Something you must see at least once in your life!
Written 16 August 2023
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Turtle5954
Warrington, UK1,932 contributions
Feb 2023
Still one of my favourite sites anywhere in the world, just love it. Hong Kong may have changed in many ways, not all for the best, but the views remain a highlight!
Written 7 August 2023
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Van Dex
Mandaue, Philippines14 contributions
Jun 2023
Was amazed by the skyline of HK. It was breathtaking and waited until evening to witness a different view with the night lights.
Written 18 July 2023
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Gabby
Bo'ness, UK8 contributions
Mar 2023 • Solo
The skyline might look the best when there are fireworks. Polluted air makes the enjoyment of this skyline impossible.
Written 28 April 2023
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Mike Le Ngo
Duong Dong, Vietnam115 contributions
Jan 2022 • Solo
Nice view, a little wait. Easy to navigate and find. Make sure you don’t come during the noon time. Bring sunblock and water to stay hydrated.
Written 22 December 2022
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VickyLargs
Largs, UK173 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
HK apparently has the biggest number of high rise buildings in the world. The city panorama from the sea is the best. Whether on a sunny day or covered with typical mist or lighted up at night, it’s awesome! You can’t get rid of a thought that these numerous sky scrapers house people in tiny flats but that’s their land, their country, majestic and beautiful!
Written 8 December 2022
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Moscow, Russia118,396 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
Skyline - a row of skyscrapers on the shores of Victoria Bay on Hong Kong Island. Every evening, at 20:00, skyscrapers become the "protagonists" of the laser show. Beautiful, but not exciting.
Written 1 November 2022
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Isabella Cz.
Bad Salzuflen, Germany5 contributions
Jul 2021
a very big city, 3 color taxi system, visited the big Buddha . an amazing town, a lot of sights and amazing spots to visit.
Written 23 June 2022
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karon123
southampton23 contributions
What is he situation for toutirsts currently in Hong Kong. Is it safe? Can tourists get around safely and explore the city or would you advise agaist travelling and staying in Hong Kong whilst the protest are happening? Have booked 5 nights in October and considering cancelling due to the protests happening. Dont want to spend 5 nights in the hotel unable to get around the city due to the protests and constant tear gas being sprayed etc.. . advise please from any tourists currently in Hong Kong.
wendy w
Leichhardt, Australia136 contributions
My husband & I just returned from 7 nights on Hong Kong Island & we experienced no protesting problems. We stayed at Harbour Grand HK & only went over to the Kowloon area one night and didn’t like it. Too busy for us,ppl hassling you to buy fake watches etc,so we stayed mainly on HK Island.
We took the MTR and a few buses for getting around.Buy an Octopus Card & any $ still on it at the end of your holiday is refunded.
We took the Tram up to Victoria Peak - great views,plan to be there over lunch as quite a few restaurants and some shops.
We took a ferry over to Macau. ( Took 1 hr & make sure you get the one that goes to the Taipa Macau wharf,then 5 mins in taxi to Hyatt, where the show is,see below) This area is like a mini Vegas.
If you go over, you must see The House of Dancing Water Show - it will blow you away.Its on at 5pm & 8pm & goes for about 80mins.Only place in the world it’s shown.
We took a ferry out to Lamma Island,little fishing Village.Had some great Seafood at Sandy’s
We took a bus down south to Stanley - Stanley Markets and some cute restaurants again with good seafood.
The ferry’s leave from HK Island
We flew out late Sunday night and had no probs getting to the airport by taxi. 45 minutes.
But later that evening the protesters did set fire etc to the MTR Central station entrance on HK Island.
We were considering cancelling our holiday,but felt because we were down on HK Island there was less risk of protesting.
We really enjoyed our week. I hope if you do go you have an enjoyable time with no problems
dingvelvet
sitiawan1 contribution
Hi.. I'm going on this September with my daughter which is six years old and my sister. Any place which is convenient to stay and should we take three days of double deck bus tour? I have three nights in Hong Kong before I move into Disneyland hotel.
JenniferAR131
Brisbane, Australia156 contributions
Three days should give you a fair amount of time to see the sights but 3 days on a Hop On Hop Off might be too limited. The metro is a great way to get around and very economical. We stayed at the Kowloon Hotel and there were a lot of families staying there so must be ok for them. It’s easy walk from there to the waterfront and has entry to metro subways from the lobby and also right outside the hotel. I suggest going to the tourist board store at the Star Ferry complex at the harbour front for some good ideas on suitable things to see and do, they are very helpful.
Bhagwan K
Navi Mumbai, India
How many days is required for Hong Kong tour with macau
GopalaniNitin
Nagpur, India44 contributions
4 days in Hong Kong, 2 in Macau are good enough.
AntoninaRom
Moscow, Russia14 contributions
Здравствуйте! Подскажите, а кто-нибудь смотрел это лазерное шоу с парома Star Ferry, плавают ли они в это время? Билет стоит также или дороже? Надо ли заказывать билеты заранее или нет такого ажиотажа и можно купить непосредственно перед шоу?
Vladimir Vinogradov
Moscow, Russia876 contributions
Смотреть с парома можно, но это будет не очень удобно. Дело в том, что паромы курсируют с одного берега на другой в обычном режиме, они не меняют маршрут, чтобы привезти пассажиров к более выгодной точке обзора. Это всего лишь средство передвижения, а не аттракцион для туристов. А видно с парома прямо скажем - не очень :)
так что лучше посмотреть это со стационарной точки:)
amirk973
City of Industry, CA454 contributions
Hello everyone.
I have a general question. I have 7 days between seoul and Hong Kong. how many days is good for each. also what area and which hotel is good in Hong kong? for me the most important thing is to be in center of all actions and don't have to travel a lot in a short time I have. This is my first time there and any input really help.
Thanks a million
Mazmannan
Basingstoke, UK9,298 contributions
I think 3 days in each place is good.
In Seoul - try and get a hotel near the Myeongdong area. I stayed at Hotel Venue G. It was within 30 min walking distance to most of the interesting places like Insadol, the Palaces, the temples, Tapgol park, the shopping areas, Money museum etc. The metro stations were within 5 min walking distance.
For Hong Kong, I preferred Hong Kong Island over Kowloon. I stayed in Harbour Grand hotel in North Point. It was a pricey hotel as I was with my family. I am sure you can obtain a more economically priced hotel in the Causeway Bay area. This is a lively place with lots of eating places, bars and shops.
Give yourself one day to visit Kowloon. The star ferry runs frequent services between Hong Kong and Kowloon. In Kowloon you will find Kowloon Park, Nathan and Chatham Roads, the avenue of stars, promenade (to watch the light show), Jade market, many shops and eating places, museums.
Spend another day going to Macau on the early morning Turbojet ferry and returning in the evening. Best to book tickets in advance and online - so that you get cheap tickets. Otherwise, you will pay for more expensive tickets if you go to the ferry terminal to buy tickets as the cheap ones are all sold out.
Spend another day in Lantau Island. Take the yellow metro line to Tung Chung. From here take the cable car to Ngong Ping Village to see the Buddha and the monastery. From here take a bus to Tai O fishing village - and return to Tung Chung by bus.
If you need any other information, let me know.
gamberoro
Rome, Italy458 contributions
Il famoso skyline con lo spettacolo delle luci si vede dal porto dell’isola di hong kong guardando verso kowloon oppure da kowloon guardando verso l’isola?
Chiara R
Acquedolci, Italy79 contributions
Il mio albergo si trovava a kowloon , quartiere tsimshatsui e si vedeva perfettamente
Amritf
Bengaluru, India11 contributions
Hi All, I'm planning for a trip to Hong Kong with Family including kids. My questions is as follows:
a. How many days shall we plan?
b. Shall we include Macau as well, is it worth visiting with kids?
c. Shall we stay inside Disneyland or outside in a hotel and visit disney land?
d. How shall we plan our days?
Any suggested itinerary would be really helpful and appreciated
Regards
Amrit
MrsTsih
Hong Kong, China298 contributions
a. 4 days 3 nights should be plenty .
b. Add One more day if you go to Macau. If you do go, catch the “Dancing Water” show which will impress kids & adults. I’m not a big fan of Macau. But, some might like the Portuguese restaurants , glittery buildings Las Vegas style including one that’s a replica of Eiffel Tower.
c. If your kids are fairly into Disney stuff then it might be fun for them to stay one of the nights in one of the Disney hotels. Various Disney characters move around in the Hotel restaurants which is nice for kids. Downside : some price premium .
d. Use the recommendations on Trip Advsior eg visit the Peak, Victoria Harbour, Ocean Park... Stanley .
jmssa
Cardiff, UK37 contributions
Alguien me podría decir un buen sitio para ver el skyline de noche? Tengo una escala larguilla en HK y me gustaría acercarme a verlo, pero tampoco tengo demasiado tiempo así que una buena conexión con el aeropuerto sería clave!
Muchas gracias!!
Swisslady84
St. Gallen, Switzerland260 contributions
Hi
Take the MTR to TST (Tsim Sha Tsui) and go to the Star Ferry Pier. You will find a terrace with a perfect view over to Hong Kong Island and its beautiful skyline :-)
Have a nice stay and enjoy the view!
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