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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