With its joyful mix of whimsical and sophisticated attractions,
Asia’s World City is the perfect place to create fond memories with the family
this summer break. Take it from celebrity and mommy blogger Kelly
Misa-Fernandez who experienced all the must-visit stops and attractions perfect
for the fam! Although the Fernandezes admittedly frequent Hong Kong, the
curated concentration of shop, eat, and play activities spread throughout the
country continually fascinates them as every visit leads them to an infinite
treasure trove just waiting to be discovered at Hong Kong.
Sharing with the full itinerary that the family maximized during
their stay in the city.
Misa-Fernandez Family Fun Hong
Kong Itinerary
Day 1
Lunch at Lin Heung Tea House
One of the oldest tea houses
in Hong Kong, serving the most traditional dim sum in town. The dim sum carts
pushed by staff let you feel like you are in Olden Hong Kong. You can not only
taste the most traditional dim sum dish but also experience the history of Hong
Kong.
Address: 160-164 Wellington Street, Central
Old Town Central Tour by
Walk-in HK
Explore “Old Town Central,”
one of the oldest yet trendiest district in Hong Kong, where to discover the
East meets West culture/history, art & design and hidden gems.
Pottinger Street
In 1858, the government
named this street as such in memory of Hong Kong's first governor. It is also known as ‘Stone Slab Street’ and
is paved with uneven slabs of cobblestone to facilitate walking up the steep
hill. A lot of costume shops featuring a
wide selection of costumes, face masks, accessories, jewellery and wigs for
theme parties.
PMQ
The former Police Married
Quarters has been transformed into a creative industries hub that is home to
over a hundred shops, most of which showcase designer goods by local brands.
Check out their website for details of exhibitions and special events.
Hollywood Road
The historic neighbourhood
of Hollywood Road, with its old buildings and interesting boutiques, is an
ideal area for a relaxing stroll. Keep an eye out for tucked away street art
and graffiti in some of the streets and alleys that intersect the road.
PoHo
PoHo is a laid-back
neighbourhood comprising Tai Ping Shan Street, Po Hing Fong, Square Street and
Pound Lane, with galleries, boutiques, specialty shops and cafés lining the
streets and graffiti adorning hidden corners of alleys — an ideal place to spend
a quiet afternoon.
Mid-Levels Escalator
Mid-Levels Escalator system
is the world's longest outdoor covered escalator system which stretches for
over 800-metres and rising 135-metres through the streets of a steep hillside
linking these districts of Hong Kong Island.
Staunton Street
Together with the upper
section of Elgin Street, it is the heart of the Soho entertainment area,
featuring a number of restaurants, bars and shops.
Upper Lascar Row
The highlight of Upper
Lascar Row is the seemingly endless row of antique stores, offering an eclectic
collection of Chinese calligraphy, arts and vintage furniture. This runs
parallel to stalls that sell an array of bric-à-brac collectibles, such as Mao
Zedong alarm clocks and Bruce Lee posters.
Dinner at Chan Kan Kee Chiu
Chou Restaurant
Hong Kong is also famous for
Chiu Chou food, and Chan Kan Kee Chiu Chou Restaurant is one of the oldest Chiu
Chow restaurants in Hong Kong, they started in Sheung Wan more than 50
years. Chiu Chow people have their own
distinctive cooking methods, which make the food in the special way of tasting.
You cannot miss their Lou Shui dishes, such as Lou Shui goose, tofu, flower
cold crab and oyster pancake. If you
like spicy, the salted/ cured pickled greens pepper pork stomach soup is not be
missed!
Address: G/F, 11 Queen's
Road West, Sheung Wan
Day 2
Breakfast at Lan Fong Yuen
Founded since 1952, this
Hong Kong institution is the place to go for milk tea, pork buns and French
toast. People come here for the authentic Hong Kong cha chaan teng experience.
Address: 2 Gage Street,
Central, Hong Kong
Ride The Peak Tram
The Peak Tram can be enjoyed
by everyone as the steepest funicular railway in the world. The journey takes
only seven minutes and is a visual experience to remember, as skyscrapers glide
past at what appear to be impossible angles while the tram makes its ascent.
Sightseeing at The Peak
The Peak is the highest
point on Hong Kong Island and a must-see place for all visitors of the city.
Address: Mid-Levels, Hong
Kong
Lunch at Dim Sum Icon
The restaurant always
cooperates with different cartoon characters (e.g. Spongebob Squarepants) with
the concept of traditional Hong Kong Dim Sum. It features the unique
presentations of food and the decorations of the restaurant.
Address: B/F, Century
Square, 1 D'Aguilar Street, Central
Leisure at Ani-Com
Park@Harbour"FUN"
Located near the Golden
Bauhinia Square, Ani-Com Park@Harbour"FUN" features statues of 30
classic local ani-com characters, including Old Master Q, Cloud, Wong Xiao Hu,
On On & Guy Guy and Ding Ding Penguin.
Address: The promenade and
open space near Golden Bauhinia Square in Wan Chai.
Shopping at Tai Yuen Street
Located in Wan Chai, Tai
Yuen Street, otherwise known as “Toy Street,” is where kids and “kidults” alike
could find anything and everything here—from limited edition collectibles to
popular low-priced toys.
Address: Tai Yuen Street,
Wan Chai, Hong Kong Island
Stroll along Lee Tung Avenue
The former ‘Wedding Card
Street’ has been transformed into a European-style street. The red Chinese lanterns are a nod to the
street’s history as a centre for the wedding invitation card business (red
being an auspicious colour associated with festive occasions). Today, it is
home to fusion restaurants, open-air cafés and specialty shops.
Address: Lee Tung Avenue,
Wan Chai, Hong Kong Island
Photoshoot at Sai Wan
Swimming Shed
In the 1960s and 70s, locals
who came to swim in the harbour used this facility for changing clothes and
storing belongings. Nowadays, it has become
a popular spot for shutterbugs and photographers alike. Many come to capture
the long wooden bridge, panoramic sea views and stunning twilight.
Address: Near Island West
Transfer Station, Victoria Road, Sai Wan, Hong Kong Island
Dinner along Davis Street /
walk along Sai Ying Pun
At this shop-lined 230-metre
stretch, you can find bars and restaurants as well as Hong Kong-style eateries
and cafés. This happening street is perfect for foodies, day and night.
Address: Davis Street,
Kennedy Town, Sai Wan, Hong Kong Island
Dinner at Cross Café
This café is a merge of Hong
Kong olds style café and modern stylish design, from the eye-catching neon
light logo, retro red brick walls, and the vintage windows, you can feel the
50’s to 60’s of Hong Kong. Cross café serves the traditional HK style café and
a variety of innovative dishes made of the traditional food supplier, Trappist
Dairy Products. Not only the travelers love to visit this café, but the younger
generation of HK people love to go this restaurant. You definitely cannot miss
the chance to have photo taking time with your friends and family in Cross
Café.
Address: Shop 12, G/F, Hang
Sing Mansion, 48-78 High Street, Sai Ying Pun
Day 3
Take Southern Island line to
Ocean Park
Leisure and amusement at
Ocean Park
Stroll through Hong Kong of
the 1950s, 1960s, and the 1970s and visit Aqua City, The Grand Aquarium, The
Lagoon, The Rainforest, Pacific Pier, Sea Jelly Spectacular, and Ocean Theatre.
Lunch at Ocean Park
Address: Wong Chuk Hang,
Hong Kong Island
Discover Hong Kong’s Living
History with The TramOramic Tour
Hop aboard a 1920s-style
open top tram and embark on a fascinating sightseeing tour through genuine Hong
Kong. During your amazing journey you’ll encounter bustling streets,
ultra-modern cityscapes and attractions. The tramway is a living, evolving
connection between Hong Kong’s colourful history and modern culture. The
TramOramic Tour is one of the top things to do in Hong Kong for anyone who’d love
to get closer to the city.
Shopping at Jardine's
Crescent
Just a stone’s throw away
from major shopping malls, Jardine’s Crescent delivers a completely different
shopping experience. Nestled in a narrow alley, this roadside market is lined
with tiny stalls that offer clothing, accessories, household items and
handicrafts.
How to get there: MTR
Causeway Bay Station Exit F1, walk for about one minute.
Shopping at Hysan Place
Hysan Place is an oasis of
natural light, lush greenery, high ceilings and open storefronts in the heart
of hectic Causeway Bay.
Address: Hysan Place, 500
Hennessy Rd, East Point, Hong Kong
Dinner at Jamie’s Italian
Jamie's Italian is an
authentic Italian restaurant by famous chef Jamie Oliver. The restaurant
provides children playgroup and it aims to bring fresh and traditional Italian
foods to Hong Kong. Some of their signature dishes include the Tagliatelle
Bolognese and Italian-Spiced Chicken Wings.
Address: 2/F, Soundwill
Plaza 2 - Midtown, 1-29 Tang Lung Street, Causeway
Return to hotel
Day 4
Ride the Star Ferry
Head to Hong Kong Disneyland
on Lantau Island from Tsim Sha Tsui on the World Star ferry. Enjoy the breeze
on the sun deck or relax in the air-conditioned compartments as you take in
views of the harbour. Many visitors take the ride for an up-close look at one
of the world’s most photographed harbours, while locals have kept their
affection for it because, even after a century, it’s still a highly reliable
and efficient form of transport. National Geographic rates the Star Ferry
crossing as one of 50 ‘places of a lifetime’.
Leisure, amusement, and
dinner at Hong Kong Disneyland
Embark on a magical journey
through seven lands based on stories of mystery, WildWest, Toy Story, fantasy,
adventure, space, and Americana.
Address: Lantau Island, Hong
Kong
Before your trip to Hong
Kong
Download this useful Mobile
App series.
http://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/plan-your-trip/travel-kit/mobile-apps.jsp
My
Hong Kong Guide
My Hong Kong Guide allows
you to create a virtual guide with your friends, access and update it via your
PC or mobile device, choose from 1,800 activities and attractions, get trip
ideas from other travellers, share your experiences on social media, and much
more.
Follow their social media
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@discoverhongkong
Definitely
one for the books, Kelly Misa-Fernandez and family’s trip to Hong Kong will
surely be something fond to look back to in the future. Indeed, the family that
discovers Hong Kong like a local together, stays together!
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