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In Asia’s most cosmopolitan city, everyone seems to be in a rush—dashing off to work in some soaring highrise, hurrying to catch a tram or a subway, speed-shopping through the countless shopping malls, hastening to make a date at one of the myriad glassed-in restaurants and chic cocktail bars. Beyond the 21st-century cacophony and the accelerated tempo, however, the savvy visitor can find glimpses of old-world tranquillity: incense-wreathed Taoist temples; polished hotel lobbies serving afternoon tea in the English style; rustic remote walking trails; graceful tai-chi practitioners in tidy city parks. Hong Kong’s relatively small size—the city “only” holds seven million people—superb public transportation system, cheap taxis, and bilingual signage make it a cinch to navigate. Just remember to slow down every now and then.
Don't Miss
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Riding the Star Ferry from Central to Tsim Sha Tsui. The ride provides glorious views of the city skyline—and costs just 28 cents a pop.
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Horse races at downtown Happy Valley or suburban Sha Tin. Locals here are huge gamblers, and nothing gets them more excited than laying bets on the ponies each week.
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Poking among centuries-old treasures in the antique shops of Central’s Hollywood Road.
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Getting around Hong Kong
“When I’m traveling in a city, I love to use public transportation,” T+L green guru Amy Farley says. “Not only is it often the most effective way to get around but it also lets you live like a loca... More
Tourist resources for Hong Kong
The Web site for the Hong Kong Tourism Board, www.discoverhongkong.com, is a little hard to navigate, but it’s also very helpful, and packed with comprehensive information about the city’s major ar... More
Taxis in Hong Kong
Cabs are widely available in the city’s major business and shopping zones; they’re often queued up outside major shopping malls and hotel hubs, and you can also hail them on the street. Metered far... More
Subways in Hong Kong
The Mass Transit Railway, or MTR, runs like clockwork to all major urban areas. It’s also cheap: a 24-hour unlimited travel card costs just $6.40. You can buy these at ticket machines in most stati... More
Getting to Hong Kong by air
Cathay Pacific has nonstop flights between Chek Lap Kok Airport and New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles (and a terrific 40,000-square-foot business lounge known as The Wing). Most major hotels... More