Anastasia Smith
From mouthwatering street food, vibrant street art, secluded islands, and hot new restaurants to world-class exhibitions, Hong Kong is a tightly packed city that has it all. Planning a visit to this unique destination anytime soon? There here is your ultimate Hong Kong bucket list for 2024!
Keen to have yourself a quintessential local feast as soon as you step foot in this city? Then your first order of business is to make your way to an open-air eatery known as a dai pai dong – renowned for its hot off-the-wok flavours, electrifying atmosphere, and wallet-friendly prices. Cult favourites dai pai dongs in Hong Kong include Oi Man Sang and Sing Kee.
Missing out on taking a ride on the famed Star Ferry is not an option! Super cheap and purporting much historical significance, ferry rides are the preferred transportation method among locals to hop between Hong Kong Island and Kowloon. The best part about these rides is the truly spectacular views you will get to enjoy of the city’s ever-growing skyline. To treat yourself to two completely different equally impressive views of this metropolitan city, hop on both day and night!
There is nothing quite like sipping on a snazzy cocktail come sundown – and that too in a unique city such as Hong Kong. This destination is renowned for its growing portfolio of bars sitting high up on towering rooftops – which routinely attracts the city’s trendy and hip crowds. Top choices for sundowners include Aqua, Cardinal Point and Ozone – all of which are famed for stunning views, quality sips and a seductive cosmopolitan vibe. All three cocktail bars can be easily reached from many a hotel in Mongkok Hong Kong, including those such as Dorsett Mongkok Hong Kong, with ease!
Dim sum and yum cha are integral to Hong Kong’s traditional culinary landscape. Here delicious bite-sized portions of food are served in bamboo steamers alongside seemingly endless cups of green tea. This Cantonese dining tradition loved by locals and visitors alike allows one to sample all kinds of delicious flavours within one single meal. Classic dim sum options include siu mai, and har gow. Those more daring can sample delicacies such as chicken feet. Top dim sum and yum cha spots in Hong Kong include The Kitin and the Sun Hing Restaurant.
To discover world-class art, make your way to Hong Kong’s largest museums simply known as the M+. Located in West Kowloon’s bustling Cultural District, this building is home to large collections of artwork by both international and local artists. Spanning 33 galleries alongside an in-house cinema, this attraction is a must-visit for those who consider themselves to be cultural buffs! The in-house cinema routinely showcases restored classics, feature films and documentaries – so don’t miss out!
