Private Half-Day Walking Tour in Hong Kong

Summary

Meet your guide in centrally located Sheung Wan and kick off a day of exploring the best of this city’s old and new landmarks. Visit eclectic markets and trading communities, as well as commercial centers and modern urban neighborhoods. Follow your guide into the Western Market and get an up close look at Hong Kong’s oldest market. Comb through stalls filled with colorful fabric and talk to locals selling a wide array of souvenirs. Wander down the Dried Seafood Quarter and learn about their culinary and monetary values. From there, make your way to a herbal garden dedicated to Traditional Chinese Medicine where your guide will introduce to you this thousands years old healing discipline. Once you’ve gained some insight from your expert guide, head to Hollywood Road (Antique Street) for a chance to explore shops filled with all kinds of rare collectibles. Items range from jade to ceramics, furniture to religious relics. After you’ve traveled back in time in the stalls of this unique market, head to Tai Ping Shan Street, where old and new meet. Check out the modern boutiques, art galleries and cafes that line the streets of one of the city's oldest neighborhoods. Visit Man Mo Temple, a gorgeous centuries old Taoist shrine that is all about academic and martial success. After we will head to PMQ; the former Police Married Quarters has been transformed into the designer hub of the city. Young brands and independent designers showcase and sell their products in the old dormitory units in the heart of the city, while paying a subsidised rate. PMQ is the last word on cool in Hong Kong town. Whether it is fashion, accessories, home products or personal gifts that you are looking for, We dare you to see if something doesn’t catch your eye here! Check out the Central Escalators—the world’s longest outdoor escalator, measuring some 2,600 feet (800 meters), traversing the dining and nightlife mecca that is Hong Kong’s own SoHo. Travel to the center of the Central Business District and see towering skyscrapers and giant buildings like the International Finance Centre. Learn from your guide how ancient traditions like feng shui influenced modern architecture and development. At the end of the tour, your guide will be presenting to you good dining and drinking options nearby for you to have a well deserved finale of the day.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
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Why take this tour?

On this private walking tour, immerse yourself in Hong Kong’s diverse history and culture by journeying through both old and new Hong Kong. With your friendly and knowledgeable English-speaking guide, explore small, traditional markets and antique shops before marvelling at the bustling commercial and industrial hubs dotted with towering skyscrapers. As you walk through the city, learn about the intermingling of old conventions and new institutions that form Hong Kong’s fascinating culture.

What’s included?

  • Local English speaking guide

  • Entry/Admission - Western Market

  • Food and drinks

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Effective Sept 1, 2021, travellers 18+ must show proof of COVID-19 vaccination. Children 6-17 must present a negative COVID-19 test (PCR or lateral flow) conducted maximum 72 hours prior, proof of recovery dated up to 9 months or proof of vaccination.

Cancellation Policy

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

Operated by:

Hong Kong Urban Adventures

About operator:

We run 6 thematic walking tours: The Story of Hong Kong, Around Kowloon in 8 Markets, Hong Kong Art and Architecture, Kowloon Food Safari, Hong Kong After Dark, and Old vs New Hong Kong. Private/ customized tours available upon request.

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