A premier tourist destination, Hong Kong is a unique blend of East and West, featuring Chinese traditions, European heritage, hi-tech modernity and Cantonese gusto. The city offers a diverse and exciting travel experience to visitors from all over the world - great shopping; dining; theme parks; countryside; arts, cultural and sports events, as well as heritage attractions such as temples, walled villages, clan halls and western architecture.
Whether you come for sight-seeing or business, there is surely something worth seeing and exploring in Hong Kong - Asia's world city.
See & Do
Hong Kong is a city of colour and contrast. From exciting festivals and events, world-class arts performances, to rich heritage attractions and verdant countryside - these are just something that can make up your travel itinerary. Take a look at https://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/see-do/ to find out more on what to see and do in Hong Kong.
Dine & Drink
Hong Kong is a world-renowned culinary paradise. There is a formidable variety of cuisines to satisfy the palate of every foodie. Hong Kong-style tea-house, dai pai dong, roasted meat eatery, local flavor canteen, western bistro, high-class steakhouse, Michelin restaurant are only some of the examples. Select your favourites by browsing https://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/dine-drink/index.jsp
Shopping
Shopping in Hong Kong is an enjoyable experience, mainly because of its wide variety of goods, first-rate service and bargain price. Go on a shopping spree in a mall or a market stall, and you'll find fun in both! More information for the smart shoppers is at https://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/shop/index.jsp
Events & Festivals
Hong Kong hosts a fascinating variety of exciting events all year round, ranging from colourful festivals to world-class arts, cultural and sports events.
Event calendar and detailed information are available at
https://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/see-do/events-festivals/index.jsp
Cruise
Situated at the heart of Asia, Hong Kong is a leading cruise hub in the region. From here, you can go on either a short voyage to neighbouring countries/places, or embark on a year-long excursion that circles the globe.
Click on https://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/cruise/index.jsp to plan for a remarkable cruise holiday from Hong Kong.
Accommodation
There is a wide range of accommodation in Hong Kong to suit your need and budget. This website helps you find a suitable choice:
https://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/plan-your-trip/accommodation/index.jsp
Transport
Hong Kong has a highly efficient public transport network which links up different parts of the city. It is convenient to travel between hotel and sight-seeing points. Get more information on Hong Kong's public transport system and access e-Transport to locate the most suitable public transport route to suit your journey:
https://www.gov.hk/en/residents/transport/publictransport/
Plan Your Trip
The following websites will help you plan your trip before you embark on a memorable journey to Hong Kong:
Trip planning:
https://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/plan-your-trip/index.jsp
Useful travel information:
https://www.gov.hk/en/nonresidents/visitinghk/cityatt/#/en/nonresidents/visitinghk/usefulinfo/
Visas & Immigration
Hong Kong welcomes visitors and adopts an open visa policy. People from about 170 countries and territories may visit Hong Kong visa-free for 7 to 180 days. Any person who wishes to visit or transit Hong Kong but does not enjoy the visa waiver concession or wants to stay beyond the entitled visa-free period must apply for a visa/entry permit before coming. This entry arrangement does not apply to Chinese residents of the Mainland, Macao and Taiwan (other than People's Republic of China passport holders and Chinese residents of Taiwan living overseas).
Mainland residents who wish to enter Hong Kong as a visitor should obtain an Exit-Entry Permit for Travelling to and from Hong Kong and Macao and an appropriate exit endorsement from the Mainland authorities.
For detailed information, please refer to the following links of the Immigration Department of Hong Kong:
- Visa-free access arrangements and visa requirements of relevant countries/territories
- Application for visa/entry permit for your visit or transit in Hong Kong
- Entry requirements for Mainland, Macao, Taiwan and overseas Chinese residents to visit or transit Hong Kong
Individual Visit Scheme
The Individual Visit Scheme was first introduced in July 2003 under which residents of Mainland cities covered by the scheme are allowed to visit Hong Kong in their individual capacity. The coverage of the scheme has expanded since its introduction. At present, it is implemented in 59 Mainland cities. Details of the scheme are at https://www.tourism.gov.hk/en/visitor_ind.php
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