Asia's World City — where East meets West, old meets new, and every corner tells a story. Your complete guide to one of the world's most extraordinary destinations.
South China coast, Pearl River Delta. SAR of China. 22.3193°N, 114.1694°E. Bordered by Guangdong Province (Shenzhen) to the north.
HK Dollar (HKD). US$1 ≈ HK$7.80. Budget HK$400–700/day; mid-range HK$1,000–2,500; luxury HK$4,000+. Get an Octopus Card for transport.
⭐ Gold highlight = best months to visit. Avg. high temperatures shown.
World-class public transport. Get an Octopus Card on arrival — covers MTR, buses, trams, ferries, and convenience stores.
Extensive, air-conditioned, punctual. Connects all major districts, airport, and cross-border to Shenzhen. Fares HK$4–55.
Iconic harbour crossing Tsim Sha Tsui ↔ Central/Wan Chai since 1888. Upper deck at night for the full light show experience.
Historic double-decker trams along HK Island's north shore since 1904. Flat fare HK$3. Slow but atmospheric.
Double-deckers cover routes not served by MTR. Green minibuses go everywhere — flag them down. Night buses run after MTR closes.
Funicular to Victoria Peak since 1888 — world's steepest gradient. Lines can be long; go before 10am or after 8pm.
HKIA to Central in 24 mins (HK$115). Taxis to Kowloon/HK Island ~HK$350–420. In-town check-in at Central station.
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