Hong Kong
Hong Kong packs more into a small space than anywhere else on earth. Skyscrapers jammed against mountains, dim sum restaurants that have been open since your grandparents were young, and a harbor that lights up like a circuit board at night. The MTR subway is absurdly efficient — you can cross the entire city in 40 minutes. Street food starts at HK$15, a proper roast goose lunch is HK$60–80, and the Star Ferry across the harbor costs HK$3.70. Go up Victoria Peak for the view, but skip the tourist trap at the top and walk the Lugard Road loop instead.
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How many days do I need in Hong Kong?
3–4 days covers the highlights. Day 1: Central and Sheung Wan — ride the Star Ferry, walk Hollywood Road for antiques and street art, Man Mo Temple, then take the Peak Tram up Victoria Peak. Day 2: Kowloon side — Temple Street Night Market, Mong Kok flower and bird markets, dim sum for lunch (Tim Ho Wan is Michelin-starred and under HK$100 per person). Day 3: Lantau Island for the Big Buddha and Tai O fishing village. Day 4: Hiking — Dragon's Back trail has incredible coastal views and it's only an hour from downtown.
What should I eat in Hong Kong?
Dim sum is the obvious starting point — go for yum cha at a traditional place like Lin Heung Tea House (chaotic, no English menu, incredible). Roast goose at Yat Lok (HK$60–80 for a plate, Michelin-recommended). Wonton noodles at Mak's — the wonton skins are paper-thin. Egg waffles from any street cart (HK$15–20). Pineapple buns with butter from Kam Wah Café. Dai pai dongs (outdoor food stalls) in Sham Shui Po serve the most honest food in the city. Budget HK$150–250 per day for food if you eat local.
Is Hong Kong expensive?
Hotels are the killer — a basic room in a decent location starts at HK$600–800/night. That's where most of your budget goes. But food can be incredibly cheap: a bowl of congee or plate of noodles at a dai pai dong is HK$30–50, convenience store meals are HK$25–40. The MTR costs HK$5–25 per ride. Get an Octopus card (HK$50 deposit, rechargeable) — it works on all transit, 7-Elevens, and many restaurants. The trick is: eat where locals eat, stay in Mong Kok or Sham Shui Po instead of Central, and you can do Hong Kong on a reasonable budget.