Hong Kong, is one of the favorite places of many travel enthusiasts. This is a vibrant city, full of life, but there are spaces where you can feel the peace and tranquility. You will feel so small among the tall buildings and then if you stand on the top of the buildings themselves, it is an amazing feeling of grandeur.

1. See Hong Kong from Victoria Peak

Also known as Mount Austin or sometimes just “The Peak”, this mountain covers Hong Kong Island and offers stunning views of the city. Seeing Hong Kong from Victoria Peak is one of the great things you must do when you come to Hong Kong. To climb to the top of Victoria you can walk, catch a bus or take the tram. However, the waiting time for the train will be very long, averaging 1-2 hours during the peak tourist season, but in return the spectacular scenery will make you extremely satisfied.

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2. Visit the markets

The street markets in Hong Kong are definitely not to be missed. If you want to understand the culture as well as the daily life of the indigenous people, you must definitely visit the markets. This is also a great place to find unique souvenirs and try some authentic local food. It is truly one of the best things to do in Hong Kong, especially in the early evening. Some of the markets include Temple street night market, Ladies market in Mong Kok area and Stanley market…

3. Explore Lantau Island

Located on Hong Kong’s largest remote island is a place of stunning scenery where art and culture combine perfectly. Once here, you can visit Po Lin Monastery, take a boat ride through the Tai O fisherman village, and ride the Ngong Ping cable car.

The “Giant Buddha” or Tian Tan Buddha is one of the most important parts of visiting Lantau and there is even a 3-story museum below the statue where visitors can learn more about the history of Hong Kong, Lantau Island. This buddha is considered to be the largest sitting buddha in the world. The Buddha statue is located in the middle of a beautiful natural setting. You need to climb 268 steps to reach the top to see the nearest Buddha statue.

4. A Dragon’s Back hike

Hiking Dragon’s Back is a great hike away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The walk takes about 20 minutes, from the top of the dragon’s back are luxuriant green patches that open up to beautiful views of the city and the East Sea.

5. “Check in” at famous places on Instagram

There is no doubt that Hong Kong is a very photogenic city. Meaning, the city is also ideal for taking Instagram-worthy photos. Here are some of the more famous Instagram places in Hong Kong.