Tour

One of the most Igable spot around the hotel! The Blue House is a four-storey Lingnanstyle house built in the 1920s. Its distinctive blue colour was not a deliberate decision — the decorators only had blue paint, so the blue house it became.

From its name you might think it is still a pawn shop – in fact this fourstorey “Tonglau” style historical building is now a ipster restaurant and an exhibition venue.

Formerly the famous Wedding Card Street in the 50s, it was transformed into a modern European-style avenue in 2006.There are also many excellent coffee shops and restaurants to eat to your heart’s delight.

It is a vibrant venue featuring a host of heritage, contemporary art and lifestyle experiences which is restored and revitalised from Central Police Station compound consisting of three Declared Monuments, the former Central Police Station, the Central Magistracy and Victoria Prison.

Ngong Ping Skyrail is a visually spectacular 5.7 km cable car journey travelling from Tung Chung Town Centre to Ngong Ping on Lantau Island. Take sightseeing tours Hong Kong around Ngong Ping which is a culturally-themed village close to the Tian Tan Buddha Statue – the largest, seated, outdoor, bronze statue in the world! The ride offers spectacular views over Hong Kong airport, the South China Sea and the North Lantau Country Park as you travel on this amazing 25-minute journey. A number of attractions at Ngong Ping include Walking with Buddha, Monkey’s Tale Theatre and the Ngong Ping Tea House.

Happy Valley Racecourse was built on reclaimed marshland, and the first races were held here in 1846. They have been extremely popular ever since. Today, the track is ultra-sophisticated with computerized betting and races broadcast live on gigantic screens. Night racing was introduced at Happy Valley in 1973 and was an immediate success. The extra revenue raised was used to build Hong Kong’s second racecourse at Sha Tin in the New Territories, which opened in 1978.Also visit the Hong Kong Racing Museum onsite.

Hong Kong is famous across the world for its stunning views from Victoria Peak. The seven-storey Peak Tower – an all-in-one viewing, dining and entertainment centre – provides the very best view of Hong Kong! The jogging trail is a perfect place to get some exercises whilst taking in superb views.

The Peak Tram, Hong Kong’s only funicular railway ride, ascends steeply up the mountainside to Victoria Peak. In operation since 1888, it takes just seven minutes up the steep incline to spectacular views at the top. The Peak Tram runs daily (7:30 am to 11:00 pm) at a 10 – 15 minutes’ interval.

The largest island in Hong Kong, Lantau Island provides visitors with a delightful array of experiences! Witness the world’s tallest, outdoor, seated bronze Buddha statue at the Po Lin Monastery. Also, explore Tai O Village with its traditional lifestyle for a glimpse of Hong Kong’s past. Cheung Sha Beach, the longest beach in Hong Kong, is an ideal sunbathing spot and the perfect place for a cool swim.

Enjoy a relaxing evening cruise in Victoria Harbour set against the backdrop of the glittering lights of Hong Kong’s skyline as the sun sets over the distant horizon. After this magical cruise, visitors can choose between a Chinese-style seafood dinner on the famous floating restaurant in Aberdeen, or take a leisurely walk from the harbour waterfront to the old village of Lei YueMun for an equally superb seafood dinner.

*Please contact hotel tour desk for tour package details.

Situated on the southern side of Hong Kong Island, the theme parks in Hong Kong is divided into two sections, connected by a scenic cable car with spectacular views across Hong Kong and the South China Sea. With one of the largest aquariums in the world, thrilling roller coaster rides, giant pandas and fascinating aviaries, Ocean Park provides a fun-filled day for visitors of all ages.

Set in Sunny Bay on Lantau Island, The Hong Kong Disneyland comprises four exciting and enchanting themed areas: Main Street USA, Adventureland, Fantasyland and Tomorrowland. It is a magical destination for both young and old, with an exhilarating roller coaster ride, a wealth of amusements, the Disney characters parade and a superb nightly firework display.

One of the first traditional-style temples built during the colonial era, Man Mo temple is one of the most famous cultural attractions in Hong Kong with magnificent external architecture that reflects its historical roots. The temple is dedicated to the Taoist gods of Man (literature) and Mo (martial arts). There is also a statue of Pau Kung, the god of justice, and another of Shing Wong, the god of the city. The plaques near the entrance provide an interesting perspective on the history of the temple and its gods. Inside, the air is thick with aromatic smoke from the coils and incense sticks that are said to carry prayers to the spirit world.

Since its grand opening in 1989, the Cultural Centre in TsimShaTsui is a superb venue offering a wide diversity of performing arts including concerts, operas ballet and musicals for both Hong Kong residents and tourists.

Hong Kong’s most famous open-air market opens at 2:00pm but really comes to life at dusk, with a bustling array of stalls selling everything from watches and leather ware to clothing and souvenirs. Other attractions include fortune-tellers and occasionally, Cantonese opera singers. Temple Street is in Yau Ma Tei, Kowloon.

Situated in Lantau Island, the majestic figure of the seated Buddha (or Tian Tan) is 34-meters high. Cast in China, it took ten years to complete and weighs 220 tons. It was unveiled in 1993 accompanied by an elaborate religious ceremony.

Besides attracting Buddhists from all over Asia, the magnificent figure, with its compelling presence, almost instantly included the remote Po Lin Monastery, with its devout monks, into a must-see destination on tourist itineraries.

Chi Lin Nunnery is established in 1934 and renovated in 1990 covering an area more then 33,000 square meters. The buildings are the only buildings to be built in this style in modern day Hong Kong. A large temple complex of wooden architecture, the nunnery is filled with temple halls, Chinese gardens and a vegetarian restaurant. The temple halls and the Chinese garden in front of the nunnery are open to the public daily free of charge.

Wong Tai Sin Temple is where the worshipers come and pray for good fortune anytime of the year. The temple is beautifully ornamented making it a scenic attraction as well as an important religious landmark. Visit the temple to see faithful worshipers performing ancient rituals amid aroma of incense. Opens daily from 7:00am to 5:30pm.

Lam Tsuen has a history of 700 years and it’s still crowded with people who come to visit its two “wishing trees” today. In the past, visitors came to make wishes and throw joss paper into these two trees. In order to protect the tress, wishes are more tidily made by tying joss paper to nearby wooden racks or imitation trees nowadays.

The Hong Kong tram was founded in 1904 and remains an efficient and the most economical mode of public transport in Hong Kong. It is a relaxing means by which to see the city. Only running on Hong Kong Island, it has the world’s largest fleet of double-deck tram.

The old Clock Tower, near the Star Ferry concourse in TsimShaTsui, was part of the Kowloon-Canton Railway (KCR) Terminus built in 1921 and today is a landmark representing the romantic era of the Age of Steam. With its distinctive design in red brick and granite, the tower is a reminder of Colonial times. But over many years it had far greater significance for the Chinese as the former terminus was the final stop on their rail journeys from villages in their homeland to new lives, either in Hong Kong or to distant destinations overseas.

Golden Bauhinia Square is the home to the Forever Blooming Bauhinia Sculpture, which was a gift from the Chinese government to mark the 1997 handover. The site is now highly popular with tourists who come to take photos and witness the daily flag-raising ceremony with Victoria Harbour as the backdrop. Flag-raising ceremony starts from 7:50am to 8:03am daily except the first day of each month.

The Stanley Military Cemetery is a uniquely peaceful place to visit. Originally the final resting ground for the UK Garrison, the cemetery had been closed for 70 years until 1941 when it was re-opened after Hong Kong was attacked during World War II.g Kong was attacked during World War II.

Murray House was the living quarters for British army officers and is the one of oldest examples of Western architecture in Hong Kong. It was dismantled in 1982 from its location in Central and reassembled brick by brick in Stanley.