Places to Explore

• Central

  Shopping, eating, drinking—Central lives up to its name when it comes to all of these. But it's also Hong Kong's historical heart, packed with architectural reminders of the early colonial days. They're... (more)

• Kowloon

  Though some call Kowloon "The Dark Side," there are many spots on the peninsula that glow with neon, sparkle with new developments, and boast breathtaking cultural sights. In this part of town, where the... (more)

• Lantau Island

  A decade of manic development has seen Lantau become more than just "the place where the Buddha is." There's a mini-theme park at Ngong Ping to keep the Buddha company. Not to be outdone, Disney has opened... (more)

• Southside

  For all the unrelenting urbanity of Hong Kong Island's north coast, its south side consists largely of green hills and a few residential areas around picturesque bays. With beautiful sea views, real estate... (more)

• Wan Chai, Causeway Bay, and Beyond

  The Happy Valley horse races are a vital part of Hong Kong life, so it's only fitting that they're in one of the city's most vital areas. A few blocks back from Wan Chai's new office blocks are crowded... (more)

• Western

  Western has been called Hong Kong's Chinatown, and though it's a strange-sounding epithet, there's a reason for it. The area is light-years from the dazzle of Central, despite being just down the road... (more)