Day 1: Cultural Heritage and Urban Views
Theme: Immerse in Hong Kong's history and iconic cityscapes.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM (45 minutes)
Breakfast at Tai Hing Roast Restaurant
Location:
Shop A & B, G/F & Cockloft, Man On Commercial Building, 12-13 Jubilee Street, Central
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Details:
Enjoy a classic Hong Kong breakfast with char siu (barbecued pork) rice or congee (HK$40-60). Quick service to start the day.
Getting There:
MTR to Central (Exit D2), then a 5-minute walk.
Backup Plan:
If too crowded, visit Samdor Noodle (22.283227° N, 114.155740° E), a 3-minute walk, for beef brisket noodles (HK$40-50).
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM (1.5 hours)
Hong Kong Museum of History
Location:
100 Chatham Road South, Tsim Sha Tsui
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Details:
Explore "The Hong Kong Story" exhibit, covering prehistoric to modern times. Free on Wednesdays, otherwise HK$10.
Getting There:
MTR from Central to East Tsim Sha Tsui (Exit P1), then a 5-minute walk.
Backup Plan:
If closed, visit Kowloon Park (22.2988° N, 114.1711° E), a 10-minute walk, for a cultural stroll (free entry).
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM (1 hour)
Hong Kong Park
Location:
19 Cotton Tree Drive, Central
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Details:
A serene urban oasis with an aviary, pond, and gardens (free entry).
Getting There:
MTR from East Tsim Sha Tsui to Admiralty (15 minutes), then a 5-minute walk.
Backup Plan:
If weather is poor, visit Pacific Place Mall (22.2772° N, 114.1647° E), a 5-minute walk from Admiralty.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM (3 hours)
Victoria Peak with Lunch at Mak's Noodle
Location:
Peak Tram Lower Terminus to The Peak; Mak's Noodle at The Peak Galleria
GPS Coordinates:
Lower Terminus: 22.2783° N, 114.1599° E; The Peak Galleria: 22.271102° N, 114.150421° E
Details:
Ride the Peak Tram (HK$108 round-trip) for panoramic views. Walk Lugard Road (1 hour). Lunch at Mak's Noodle for wonton noodles (HK$50-80).
Getting There:
Short walk from Hong Kong Park to Peak Tram Lower Terminus (10 minutes). Tram ride: 7-10 minutes.
Backup Plan:
If tram queues are long, take Bus 15 from Central (Exchange Square, 22.2838° N, 114.1581° E) to The Peak (30-40 minutes, HK$10). If Mak's is full, dine at The Peak Lookout (22.271026° N, 114.149514° E, HK$150-200).
3:30 PM - 6:00 PM (2.5 hours)
Stanley Village
Location:
Stanley Village, Southern District
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Details:
Wander this charming coastal village with markets and scenic views. Relax at Stanley Main Beach or browse Stanley Market.
Getting There:
Taxi from The Peak to Stanley Village (30-40 minutes, HK$150-200) for efficiency.
Backup Plan:
If time is tight, visit Repulse Bay (22.2340° N, 114.1930° E) via taxi (20 minutes from The Peak, HK$100-150) for a similar coastal experience.
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM (2 hours)
Star Ferry and Symphony of Lights with Dinner at Din Tai Fung
Location:
Central Ferry Pier to Tsim Sha Tsui Ferry Pier; Din Tai Fung at Silvercord Centre
GPS Coordinates:
Central Pier: 22.2871° N, 114.1595° E; Tsim Sha Tsui Pier: 22.2936° N, 114.1689° E; Din Tai Fung: 22.297561° N, 114.169780° E
Details:
Take the Star Ferry (HK$3-4) across Victoria Harbour. Watch the Symphony of Lights at 8:00 PM from Tsim Sha Tsui promenade. Dinner at Din Tai Fung for xiao long bao (HK$100-150).
Getting There:
Bus 6X from Stanley to Central (30 minutes, HK$8), then a 10-minute walk to Central Pier. Ferry ride: 10 minutes. Din Tai Fung is a 5-minute walk from the pier.
Backup Plan:
If the ferry is disrupted, take the MTR from Central to Tsim Sha Tsui (15 minutes). If the light show is canceled, explore the Avenue of Stars (22.2932° N, 114.1747° E).
8:30 PM onward
Return to Hotel
Details:
Return via MTR or taxi.
Day 2: Cultural Gems and Coastal Nature
Theme: Discover heritage landmarks and serene natural retreats.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM (90 minutes)
Breakfast at Lin Heung Lau
Location:
G/F & 1/F, 160-164 Wellington Street, Central
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Details:
Savor traditional dim sum with trolley service, including siu mai and cha siu bao (HK$50-80).
Getting There:
MTR to Central (Exit D2), then a 5-minute walk.
9:45 AM - 11:15 AM (1.5 hours)
Hong Kong Palace Museum
Location:
West Kowloon Cultural District, 8 Museum Drive
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Details:
Explore Chinese art and imperial artifacts (HK$50-120).
Getting There:
MTR from Central to Kowloon Station (Exit E4), then a 10-minute walk.
Backup Plan:
If closed, visit M+ Museum (22.3006° N, 114.1545° E) next door for contemporary art (HK$120).
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM (1 hour)
Kai Tak Sky Garden
Location:
Kai Tak Runway Park, 1 Shing Fung Road, Kowloon
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Details:
Enjoy harbor views from this rooftop garden on the former Kai Tak Airport runway (free entry).
Getting There:
Taxi from Hong Kong Palace Museum (15 minutes, HK$80-100).
Backup Plan:
If weather is poor, visit Nan Lian Garden (22.339036° N, 114.204554° E), a 15-minute taxi ride (HK$60-80).
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM (1 hour)
Lunch at Sen-ryo (Telford Plaza)
Location:
Shop Unit G-13, Telford Plaza I, Kowloon Bay
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Details:
Enjoy high-quality Japanese sushi and sashimi (HK$150-250).
Getting There:
Taxi from Kai Tak Sky Garden (10 minutes, HK$50-70) or MTR to Kowloon Bay (Exit A) and a 5-minute walk.
Backup Plan:
If full, dine at Genki Sushi in Telford Plaza (22.3237° N, 114.2137° E).
2:45 PM - 4:45 PM (2 hours)
Clear Water Bay Second Beach and Country Park
Location:
Clear Water Bay, Sai Kung
GPS Coordinates:
Second Beach: 22.287639° N, 114.286843° E; Country Park (nearby trail start): 22.294570° N, 114.294051° E
Details:
Relax on the beach and take a short walk in Clear Water Bay Country Park for coastal views (free entry).
Getting There:
MTR from Kowloon Bay to Choi Hung (10 minutes), then Bus 91 to Clear Water Bay (40 minutes, HK$7).
Backup Plan:
If the beach is closed, focus on the country park trails or visit Sai Kung Waterfront (22.3817° N, 114.2708° E) via Bus 92 from Choi Hung (30 minutes).
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM (2 hours)
Dinner at Fat Kee Seafood Restaurant
Location:
Shop 7A, Po Toi O Pier, Clear Water Bay, Sai Kung
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Details:
Enjoy fresh seafood like steamed fish or salt-and-pepper squid (HK$150-250).
Getting There:
Taxi from Clear Water Bay to Po Toi O Pier (20 minutes, HK$80-120).
Backup Plan:
If full, dine at Seafood Islands Restaurant (22.276050° N, 114.295680° E) nearby in Po Toi O.
7:30 PM onward
Return to Hotel
Details:
Return via taxi or minibus to Sai Kung, then Bus 92 or 299X to Kowloon/Central (1 hour, HK$12).
Itinerary Summary
| Day | Activity | Location | Time | GPS Coordinates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Breakfast at Tai Hing | Central, Jubilee Street | 8:00 AM - 8:45 AM | 22.284416° N, 114.155537° E |
| Day 1 | Hong Kong Museum of History | Tsim Sha Tsui, Chatham Road South | 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM | 22.3016° N, 114.1772° E |
| Day 1 | Hong Kong Park | Central, Cotton Tree Drive | 10:45 AM - 11:45 AM | 22.276893° N, 114.161312° E |
| Day 1 | Victoria Peak & Mak's Noodle | The Peak Galleria | 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM | 22.271102° N, 114.150421° E |
| Day 1 | Stanley Village | Stanley Village, Southern District | 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM | 22.2197° N, 114.2127° E |
| Day 1 | Star Ferry, Symphony, Din Tai Fung | Tsim Sha Tsui, Silvercord Centre | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM | 22.297561° N, 114.169780° E |
| Day 2 | Breakfast at Lin Heung Lau | Central, Wellington Street | 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM | 22.284325° N, 114.153513° E |
| Day 2 | Hong Kong Palace Museum | West Kowloon Cultural District | 9:45 AM - 11:15 AM | 22.3010° N, 114.1550° E |
| Day 2 | Kai Tak Sky Garden | Kai Tak Runway Park, Kowloon | 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM | 22.312998° N, 114.206709° E |
| Day 2 | Lunch at Sen-ryo | Telford Plaza I, Kowloon Bay | 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM | 22.3237° N, 114.2137° E |
| Day 2 | Clear Water Bay Beach & Park | Clear Water Bay, Sai Kung | 2:45 PM - 4:45 PM | 22.287639° N, 114.286843° E |
| Day 2 | Dinner at Fat Kee Seafood | Po Toi O Pier, Sai Kung | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM | 22.275866° N, 114.295494° E |
Day 1
Breakfast at Tai Hing
Location:
Central, Jubilee Street
Time:
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
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Day 1
Hong Kong Museum of History
Location:
Tsim Sha Tsui, Chatham Road South
Time:
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Day 1
Hong Kong Park
Location:
Central, Cotton Tree Drive
Time:
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
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Day 1
Victoria Peak & Mak's Noodle
Location:
The Peak Galleria
Time:
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
GPS:
Day 1
Stanley Village
Location:
Stanley Village, Southern District
Time:
3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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Day 1
Star Ferry, Symphony, Din Tai Fung
Location:
Tsim Sha Tsui, Silvercord Centre
Time:
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
GPS:
Day 2
Breakfast at Lin Heung Lau
Location:
Central, Wellington Street
Time:
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Day 2
Hong Kong Palace Museum
Location:
West Kowloon Cultural District
Time:
9:45 AM - 11:15 AM
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Day 2
Kai Tak Sky Garden
Location:
Kai Tak Runway Park, Kowloon
Time:
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
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Day 2
Lunch at Sen-ryo
Location:
Telford Plaza I, Kowloon Bay
Time:
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
GPS:
Day 2
Clear Water Bay Beach & Park
Location:
Clear Water Bay, Sai Kung
Time:
2:45 PM - 4:45 PM
GPS:
Day 2
Dinner at Fat Kee Seafood
Location:
Po Toi O Pier, Sai Kung
Time:
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
GPS:
Additional Information
- Transport: Purchase an Octopus Card (HK$150 with HK$100 credit) for MTR, buses, and ferries.
- Weather: Pack sunscreen and a light jacket for April's variable conditions.
- Notes: Timings are flexible; backup plans ensure a seamless experience.