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Top 10 Hong Kong Attractions
Hong Kong has a lot to offer from scenic islands, tranquil seascapes, amazing tourist attractions, rolling hills to the vibrant and bustling city of Hong Kong itself. We have chosen top 10 Hong Kong attractions that you can easily discover with Big Bus Tour.
Hop-On & Hop-Off Bus
It is so easy to discover a new city with the hop-on-hop-off sightseeing bus. All you have to do is to find the nearest bus station and buy a 24-hour or 48-hour ticket and you are on your way. You can also book the Big Bus Tour tickets on their website. The Big Bus Company is well known all over the world and they have their sightseeing buses in all of the big cities around the globe. You can find them in London, Miami, New York, Paris, Rome, Las Vegas, Abu Dhabi, Shanghai, Muscat, Istanbul, Dubai…
Big Bus Tours are tailored to showcase the best attractions the city has to offer. All you have to do is to sit back and enjoy the monuments, landmarks and special buildings on the way. They also provide a city map and an informative commentary, so that you can get to know the history of the city while driving around. You can even download their free app which will show you where to hop-off the bus to explore certain point of interest. Of course, you can join the tour anytime you want by just hopping on the bus again.
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See the best of Hong Kong with Big Bus Tour
You can choose 24-hour or 48-hour ticket as well as the night tour. All tours offer the perfect orientation for first-time visitors to Hong Kong with recorded commentary in 12 languages. Even if this is not your first time in Hong Kong, Big Bus Tour is a great way to drive around the city. You can hop on and off as many times as you want. The buses are air-conditioned and they also offer open-air seating on the top of the bus. If you have only a few hours in Hong Kong or you are interested in seeing all the attractions in one day then you can join the tour on any of the Big Bus stations around the town.
Big Bus Hong Kong offers three routes which are divided into three colours on your map. The red route will take you around Hong Kong Island, the green route covers Aberdeen & Stanley and the blue route will show you the beauties of Kowloon. They also provide extras such as ferry and museum tickets, free of charge.
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Tour Highlights
Hong Kong highlights tour includes all the famous landmarks and sights around Stanley, Kowloon and Hong Kong Island, free Peak Tram Sky Pass or Sky100 Hong Kong Observation Deck entry, free Star Ferry ride, free Sampan Ride, free admission to Hong Kong Maritime Museum, free rewards booklet and free phone app.
On the Hong Kong Island tour, you can explore Man Mo Temple, Lan Kwai Fong, Soho, Lascar Row and the Peak.
On the Kowloon tour, you can wander through the streets, markets and shops. On your way, you can discover the Bird Market, buy some souvenirs, visit a fortune teller, and have a bite at one of the many restaurants.
On the Stanley tour, you will leave the city and drive along Hong Kongs coastline. You will enjoy several stops on the tour including the picturesque Repulse Bay, Ocean Park, Stanley’s world famous market and Aberdeen. While you are in Aberdeen be sure to enjoy a free sampan ride (a traditional fishing boat) around the harbor.
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Top Landmarks
Hong Kong is one of the most visited city in the world by international tourists. No doubt about it this cosmopolitan city will surprise you. Inspiring view from Victoria Peak, glittering skyscrapers of the city, amazing Symphony of the Stars light show, famous Tsim Sha Tsui promenade, incredible attractions and bustling night markets. That and much much more awaits you in Hong Kong.
Top 10 Hong Kong Attractions
01 The Peak is one of the most popular tourist attractions situated high above Hong Kong. It can be reached by the famous Peak Tramway. Once you are at the top you will have a spectacular view over the city.
02 Man Mo Temple is one of the oldest temples around. It was built in 1848 and still contains some of the original structure. Inside of the temple, you will find numerous incense coils hanging from the ceiling. These offerings can be made for a successful business deal or health wishes and can burn up to three weeks.
03 Central is Hong Kong’s Main Business District with lots of restaurants, shopping centers, banks and numerous financial institutions.
04 Stanley is a picturesque seaside town with the world famous Stanley Market. You can spend some time on the beach, stroll along the promenade, or shop at the marketplace.
05 Repulse Bay is a luxurious residential area and one of Hong Kong’s most prestigious addresses.
06 Lan Kwai Fong is famous for clubs, bars, restaurants and is one of the best places to go out in Hong Kong.
07 Causeway Bay is Hong Kong’s most intense shopping experience. Here is the biggest department store ‘SOGO’ as well as small boutiques, international brands, and market stalls.
08 Ladies Market is also one of the popular shopping street markets with cheap clothes, bags, accessories, and toys.
09 The Golden Bauhinia Square is named after its centerpiece, a giant statue of a golden Bauhinia Blakeana. A flag-raising ceremony is held every day at 8:00am and is a popular tourist attraction.
10 Star Ferry Ride from Kowloon to Hong Kong Island.
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Free Peak Tram Sky Pass
The Tramway will take you to the Victoria Peak from where you will have a spectacular view of Hong Kong. More than 4 million people ride the Peak Tram every year. This is definitely one of the most popular things to do in Hong Kong. The Peak is the highest point on the island and from there you will have superb views over Victoria Harbour and the city’s skyscrapers. The tram ride is included free with Big Bus Tour ticket.
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Free Star Ferry Ride
Enjoy a journey across Victoria Harbour on the iconic Star Ferry. The ticket is included free with Big Bus Tour purchase. Star Ferry is linking Kowloon and Hong Kong Island and every day more than seventy thousand passengers ride on the ferry from one end to the other.
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Big Bus tour is a perfect choice for first-time visitors or for those of you who like to discover the new city in style. All you have to do is find the station and take a bus ride along the island. On your way, you will see all the famous attractions and sights. If you wish you can hop off the bus anytime you want and get back on to continue the route. It is the easiest, cheapest and quickest way to discover a new city. You can book your tickets directly through their website. Click here>
Here is a special discount code, to get 10% off if you purchase a ticket till the end of September!
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