Hong Kong's Trendiest Neighbourhood Sheung Wan

Summary

Join a like-minded Local Host to get a taste of the real Hong Kong in one of the city’s oldest neighbourhoods. Stroll through the streets of this eclectic area, and soak up the blend of traditional and contemporary influences that the neighbourhood is renowned for. Explore Dried Seafood Street and Medicine Street, browsing the traditional Chinese medicine specialty seafood shops where local residents come to shop. Wander through the British influenced market hall before hunting for antique curios in Antique Street and picking up something delicious to eat in one of the city’s oldest food markets. Visit beautiful temples and see how this district perfectly blends the city’s traditional heritage and contemporary Chinese culture. Get to know your Local Host, who can give you tips and tricks and suggest for other neighbourhoods in the city to explore.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

Hong Kong is an exciting and intoxicating blend of cultures, cuisines and traditions, and there’s no better neighbourhood to experience this than Sheung Wan! Laid back and authentic, you’ll experience a taste of the real Hong Kong as you explore the winding streets of this old district with a local. This area is a melting pot of traditional Chinese medicine shops and markets, British influenced architecture and trendy stores, as well as hipster bars sitting alongside classic local food markets. Immerse yourself in the city’s trendiest neighbourhood, and see how the Hong Kong’s traditional heritage and history combine with modern influences, Western and Chinese culture to create a neighbourhood that locals love!

What’s included?

  • Private and personalised itinerary

  • 3 hours with a Local Host

  • Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)

  • Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

  • Food and drinks

  • Tickets to any attractions

  • Transportation costs

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas

City Unscripted and all City Unscripted hosts follow the WHO (World Health Organization) and local government’s health and safety recommendations at all times. To keep up to date with the latest news we recommend visiting these World Health Organization (WHO) website pages.

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

City Unscripted Hong Kong

About operator:

Some people live in a city, some people live for the city. They are curious about where they live, and never want to stop exploring, and discovering the hidden gems that - to the uncurious mind - remain hidden. City Unscripted believes you should see the city with these people, and so we connect curious travellers with equally curious hosts. We exist to give travellers truly personal connections to cities, offering an alternative to the old, predictable world of tour guides. With a network of 1400+ hosts in 40 cities across the world, City Unscripted personally matches each guest to the right host, who creates an experience personalised just for them. This way, no two experiences are the same. The hosts are here to be the guests’ open-minded, passionate and knowledgable friend who can’t wait to show off their home. The service is trustworthy, safe and secure as each host is individually verified, who always check in with their guest before each experience to understand their needs.

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