The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Hong Kong, China

May 22, 2021 Veronika Gaddis

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

Star Ferry Concourse, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong China +852 2508 1234 [email protected] http://www.discoverhongkong.com
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5.0 based on 672 reviews

Hong Kong Tourism Board

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. Dragon's Back

Hong Kong China +852 3105 0767 http://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/see-do/tours-walks/guided-tours/nature/dragons-back-hike.jsp
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4.5 based on 2,102 reviews

Dragon's Back

Reviewed By Veg-Traveller-2020

Dragons Back is a must do hike in Hong Kong. The view is breathtaking. To get here, you take the Chai Wan Line To the starting point: From MTR Shau Kei Wan Station Exit A, walk to the Shau Kei Wan Bus Terminus to take bus number 9 and get off on the Dragons Back stop on Shek O Road. Before you start the hike there are a couple of toilets and you wont find any along the way until the end. It takes a couple of hours and you have shorter hike options too

3. Hong Kong Park

19 Cotton Tree Dr, Central, Hong Kong China +852 2521 5041 [email protected] http://www.lcsd.gov.hk/en/parks/hkp/index.html
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4.5 based on 3,132 reviews

Hong Kong Park

Reviewed By katrinsD2843ZT - Asker, Norway

Its a stunning park with different areas: tai chi garden, artificial lake, bird park, playground, olympic square and a corner where to take wedding pictures ????

4. Victoria Peak (The Peak)

No.1 Lugard Road, Hong Kong China +852 2522 0922 [email protected] https://www.thepeak.com.hk/
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4.5 based on 36,156 reviews

Victoria Peak (The Peak)

Hong Kong's number one tourist destination features the Peak Tower and the Peak Tram, the city's oldest mode of public transport.

Reviewed By 641MarkW - Portadown, United Kingdom

Wow.....a great experience, from the beautiful tram ride up to the peak, the view from the viewing tower of Hong Kong this is a magical place with wonderful views, restaurants, shops and a great atmosphere, worth seeing just keep your fingers crossed for a clear day

5. Hong Kong Museum of History

100 Chatham Rd S, Tsim Sha Tsui East, Kowloon, Hong Kong China +852 2724 9042 [email protected] http://www.lcsd.gov.hk/CE/Museum/History/index.php
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4.5 based on 3,702 reviews

Hong Kong Museum of History

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.

6. Lantau island

Hong Kong China http://www.lantau-island.com
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4.5 based on 5,596 reviews

Lantau island

Reviewed By wing88kiu

It's so close to the city and even where the HK airport is, you can find the most scenic hiking trails, fishing village, beautiful beaches and good variety of restaurants all in one. The island is big and better to plan out your day on what you want to do. One cannot see everything in one day and can spend different days on different things to do. it's more than just the shopping mall and Disneyland.

7. Tsim Sha Tsui

Kowloon, Hong Kong China +852 6131 7558 http://www.tsimshatsui.hk/
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4.5 based on 1,743 reviews

Tsim Sha Tsui

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)

8. Happy Valley Racecourse

Happy Valley Racecourse, Happy Valley, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong China 1817 http://happywednesday.hkjc.com/en/index.aspx
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4.5 based on 2,243 reviews

Happy Valley Racecourse

From the stunning skyline to the spectacle of Lan Kwai Fong, Hong Kong is full of world-class sights for travellers to see. But if you’re looking for fun – to add a little ‘do’ to your ‘see’ – then look no further than Happy Wednesday at Happy Valley Racecourse, the city’s trendiest headquarters for mouth-watering food, thirst-quenching beverages and thrilling excitement both on and off the track. There’s nothing quite like a night at the races in Hong Kong! Week in and week out, Happy Wednesday fans are treated to a full sensory experience, pairing the pulse-pumping entertainment of jousting jockeys with a weekly theme that is integrated into everything from live bands and interactive games to on-course decorations and a delicious, reasonably priced trackside menu. Come in the fall and you’ll be treated to refreshing pints and a festive bratwurst for Oktoberfest – the largest outdoor beer festival in Hong Kong. Drop in during May, however, and it’s all ratatouille and brie, as Happy Wednesday hosts the hugely popular French Nights. It’s an extravaganza that’s fit for Asia’s world city, putting an international twist on a sport that has a rich heritage and cultural tradition for the city’s people. There’s simply nowhere else in the world where you can experience such a seamless blend of racing and lifestyle in one event. Whether you’re a local, an expat, or just visiting Hong Kong, there’s truly something for everyone at Happy Wednesday!

Reviewed By bruceallans

10 hkd\around 1.25 usd to enter. Great value and experience. Can watch inside or outside (outside people smoke cigarette). Minimum bet i think 20 hkd. Can get very clos3 to track and horses

9. Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha)

Lantau Island, Hong Kong China +852 2985 5248 http://www.plm.org.hk/eng/buddha.php
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4.5 based on 14,794 reviews

Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha)

Reviewed By maheshrathod

What a magnificent man made bronze statue... Fantastic location, journey to Big Budhha though Ngong Ping 360 via crystal base cable car is amazing .... all peaks that were emerging from fog .... too good !!

10. Chi Lin Nunnery

Chi Lin Rd, Diamond Hill, Hong Kong China +852 2354 1735 [email protected] http://www.chilin.org/
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4.5 based on 3,344 reviews

Chi Lin Nunnery

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.

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