Hong Kong Citywalk Guide: Measuring the East with Your Steps
Hong Kong, where skyscrapers and everyday life intertwine, and Eastern and Western cultures collide and blend. **Citywalk is the best way to unlock its soul**—around every corner, you'll find century-old shops, artistic graffiti, and mountain and sea views. This guide will help you start an unforgettable walking journey in Hong Kong!
1. Recommended Routes: A Walk Through Time
Central and Sheung Wan - Colonial History and Artistic Revival (Half-day to 1 day)
Start: Central Pier (enjoy Victoria Harbour) → Duddell Street (gas lamps, vintage Starbucks) → Fringe Club (art space) → Tai Kwun (former police headquarters, super cool historic complex) → Ladder Street (filming location of "Chungking Express") → Man Mo Temple (bustling with incense) →
End: West Kowloon City (Edwardian-style architecture) or take the Mid-Levels Escalator to continue exploring Highlights: colonial buildings, artistic atmosphere, old Hong Kong vibes, dense popular photo spots.
Tip: Wear comfortable shoes! Central has a lot of ups and downs. Tai Kwun and PMQ often have exhibitions, check in advance.
Route 2: Sham Shui Po - Authentic Local Life and Artisan Spirit (Half-day)
Start: Sham Shui Po MTR Station → Apliu Street (electronics, second-hand treasure hunting heaven)** → Fuk Wing Street/Fuk Wa Street (toy street, model paradise) → Ki Lung Street (fabric market, colorful) → Sun Heung Yuen (Kan Kee) (famous egg and beef sandwich) → **End: Garden Hill (climb at dusk for a view of the local neighborhood at night)
Highlights: the most authentic old Hong Kong life, nostalgic feelings, affordable food, unique markets.
Tip: Experience the lively atmosphere, keep your belongings safe. Garden Hill takes about 15 minutes to climb.
Route 3: Yau Tsim Mong - Neon Lights and Culinary Feast (Evening to Night)
Start: Yau Ma Tei MTR Station → Yau Ma Tei Tin Hau Temple (traditional temple) → Temple Street Night Market (experience the local night club, fortune telling, snacks, small goods) → Stroll along Nathan Road (feel the charm of neon signs) → Australia Dairy Company (steamed milk pudding, scrambled egg toast)** → End: Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade (Symphony of Lights show at 8 PM every night) or K11 Musea (art shopping mall)**
Highlights: iconic neon signs, night market culture, classic Hong Kong cuisine, Victoria Harbour night view.
Tip: Temple Street Night Market gets livelier as the night goes on. The light show can be viewed from the Star Ferry or the waterfront.
Route 4: Western District - Artistic Seaside and Romantic Sunset (Half-day, ideal for afternoon)
Start: HKU MTR Station (can visit HKU campus) → Western District Public Cargo Working Area (nostalgic wooden pier, photo hotspot) → Walk along Western District Promenade → Artlane (colorful mural district) → Kennedy Town Waterfront %Arabica (seaside coffee shop) → End: New Kennedy Town Waterfront (watch the sunset, enjoy the western Victoria Harbour view)**
Highlights: stunning sea views, artistic and fresh vibe, popular photo spots, romantic sunset.
Tip: Check sunset time and arrive early. Be cautious by the sea, avoid risky climbing.
Route 5: Sai Kung
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2. Citywalk Essential Tips
1. Comfort First: Absolutely bring a pair of super comfortable, well-broken-in sneakers/walking shoes! Hong Kong has many slopes and footbridges; walking 10,000 steps a day is normal.
2. Transportation Tools: Alipay Travel, Octopus Card: usable on MTR, buses, Star Ferry, convenience stores, very convenient. Mobile payments (Alipay/WeChat Pay/AlipayHK) are widely accepted in most shops and transport.
3. Navigation Helper: Google Maps works very well in Hong Kong. Use MTR Mobile App to check subway routes and times. Download offline maps in advance for extra security.
4. Network Worries Solved: Buy a local SIM card (available at airport, convenience stores) or activate international roaming/data packages. Many malls and cafes offer free WiFi.
5. Cash Backup: Although electronic payments are popular, some old-style cha chaan tengs, street markets, and taxis still only accept cash. It’s recommended to carry a small amount of HKD (500-1000 is enough).
6. Weather Preparedness
Summer (May-Sept): hot, humid, and rainy; bring sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, umbrella/light raincoat, small fan, and towel; stay hydrated.
Winter (Dec-Feb): relatively cool and dry; a light jacket is enough.
7. Respect Local Customs: Keep volume down in public places, queue orderly, no eating or drinking indoors (especially in MTR trains), sort or carry your trash with you (few street bins).
8. Safety Tips: Hong Kong is safe, but be mindful of your belongings in crowded places (especially night markets). Follow traffic rules and watch the lights when crossing streets.
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3. The Soulmate of Citywalk - Local Food Exploration**
Eat as you walk: fish balls, shark fin soup in a bowl, egg waffles, grid cakes, pan-fried stuffed three treasures, luxury ice cream trucks.
Cha chaan teng classics: silk stocking milk tea, pineapple bun, egg tart, French toast, wonton noodles, dry-fried beef ho fun, various rice plates. Recommended to try: Lan Fong Yuen, Wah So Ice Room, Australia Dairy Company, Sing Heung Yuen, etc. (be prepared to queue).
Roast meat charm: char siu, roast goose, soy sauce chicken rice, commonly found on the street, aromatic and tempting.
Sweet soup comfort: when tired, have a bowl of mango pomelo sago, black sesame soup, or red bean soup for a refreshing break.
Let’s go! Hong Kong’s excitement is hidden in the crisscrossing streets, steaming street stalls, and the sea breeze around every corner. Put down the guide’s constraints, turn into alleys that catch your interest, measure with your steps, and discover your own Hong Kong story with your heart. "Walk until you drop" is a badge of honor for experiencing this city! Wishing you a Citywalk journey in Hong Kong full of surprises!
You can go there to check in at night and have a midnight snack. There are snacks and desserts, and there are quite a lot of people. If you walk forward, there are clothes and groceries. Next to it is the internet-famous Jia Jia dessert. It is recommended to take away. The waiting time is at least half an hour. There are also many small restaurants nearby. Friends who have time can go for a walk!
Get on the bus at the entrance of Lego Discovery Center downstairs of K11. The journey took about an hour and we visited almost all the attractions in Kowloon. Fortunately, it didn't rain that night. It was very comfortable to watch the neon night view of Hong Kong accompanied by the leisurely evening breeze.
Hong Kong🇭🇰【Temple Street Night Market】 Temple Street-This word has appeared many times in our stories of growing up in our youth. Even if our generation has never been to Hong Kong, we must be familiar with Temple Street. Temple Street is actually not just a street. It covers a large area, and Temple Street Night Market refers to this street and its branches. Come here to experience the authentic charm of the old Hong Kong market. Visitors shuttle between various shops, and the sounds of hawking and bargaining are very lively. There are also many types of goods sold here, but most of them are small gadgets and souvenirs. Temple Street starts from the red archway at the door and extends 350 meters into the distance. The whole street is very lively at night. And around this street, there is a whole street of fortune-telling stalls such as tarot cards and palm reading. This is also a very unique scene in Hong Kong. Transportation: 3 minutes walk from Jordan MTR Station
Last night, I went to Yaumatei Police Station, but I was too tired to walk during the transit. I found that Xuliushan came out of Yaumatei after eating dessert. There were old song and dance halls open, neon lights flashing, more than fifty old aunts and uncles singing Cantonese opera, with a unique feeling of old Hong Kong.
Temple Street Night Market is worth a visit. It is a long street that retains the flavor of old Hong Kong. Those who follow TVB must be very familiar with this place, with the shouting uncles, the beautiful women standing on the street... The food in Temple Street is pretty good and the prices are reasonable. You can come here to experience the TVB-style old Hong Kong life.
After eight o'clock in the evening, the summer heat faded, so I went out to eat late at night and went to Miaojie Night Market. I found the shops that I patronized in 2013. Business was still good. More and more diners came to Miaojie's stalls, which were full of fresh seafood, Chaoshan fish balls, preserved food, sugar water and so on. Really anything can satisfy your stomach! There are all kinds of gadgets on the night market. The popularity of them is booming. We ate two rounds of food, and it turned upside down.