To those who have been to/living in Hong Kong, can you give itinerary for 3days vacation (incl Disneyland)?

Question

I and my husband are planning to go the HK for a weekend vacation but we really don't have much in mind as to where to go aside from the Disneyland itself. We just need a list of places to visit (as well as how to go there and stuffs to do while in there) to maximize our 3 days vacation. This will be sometime October. Suggestions, personal experiences and references will be greatly appreciated.

Answer 1

Any chance you're pinoy?

My advice is for you to learn the MRT system. Taking cabs might be convenient but being stuck in traffic can eat up a lot of your time there and you only have three days. Once you master the MRT, you can basically get to any tourist destination (get a map at the airport) with a minimum of fuss.

If you're Pinoy and going to Disneyland, work the Pinoy network and spot kabayans in the cast to feel right at home. They get a big discount at the gift shop btw, so if you're planning on buying a lot of pasalubong for the inaanaks, they may be willing to help you out... if you catch them when they're off duty, that is...

I wouldn't waste my time on the usual tourist destinations and attractions...except maybe taking a ferry ride at night to check out the HK skyline...just go wherever the mood takes you and plan a whole day just for shopping. Nathan road used to be cool but now there are a lot of better places. I'd tell you if i could remember their names... like I said, I just go wherever my friends take me. Avoid buying electronics....it may be slightly cheaper than back home, but unless you're sure there's a service center back home, there's no way to enforce the waranty.

Answer 2

I would plan on at least one day in the Ocean Terminal for some outstanding shopping.

Disneyland? Do you mean Ocean Park? HK didn't have any theme parks when I was there.

Everyone who goes to Hong Kong needs to go to Victoria Peak just to see the sights, and I would recommend both a morning and an evening visit.

If you can, try to take a harbor cruise on a Chinese Junk. Very fun and they serve food.

Got to get a traditional Chinese meal. If your time permits, try to take a bus tour of the New Territories.

If you do all this you will probably need at least a week. Pick the ones you like best.

Answer 3

From Hong Kong International Airport to downtown the fastest way is to take the Airport Express train located on the other side of the Arrival Hall.

Yes, there is a Disneyland on Lantau Island. I personally would not want to waste a day in HK to see that attraction, but if you really insist, you can get there easily by the MTR via the Disneyland Resort Line. I would rather spend my 3 days as follows for a first time visit there. It's a rather tiring journey but you will not be disappointed. These are only recommendations, there are so many things to do and see in HK that my recommendations are subjectives and as good as those from someone else...
Day 1:Start the morning with a ride on a street tram. Then hop on the famous Star Ferry, the “Shining Star”; get off the ferry in Tsim Sha Tsui. You will see the memorable views of Victoria Harbour and the stunning skyline and distinctive architecture of Hong Kong Island. Check out the historic Clock Tower that dates from 1921, the Hong Kong Space Museum and Hong Kong Cultural Centre, the Avenue of Stars, sculptures and movie milestones of the past hundred years. Then watch the Symphony of Lights, a light-and-sound show held every night at 8pm. The best place to watch the show are Avenue of Stars, Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade or on a boat in Victoria Harbour. In the evening, explore Harbour City, Hong Kong’s largest shopping mall. Most shops close at 9pm. Take a walk on Canton Road to buy designer wear if your wallet is thick. Then head to Nathan Road's famous Golden Mile. Most shops close at 10pm. Check the factory outlets along Granville Road for some bargain shopping.
Day 2: Go to Repulse Bay beach, Hong Kong Island's most popular and scenic beach. Spend the afternoon in Stanley, to discover its history, the restored 19th-century Murray House, a Tin Hau Temple built in 1767, and the famous Stanley Market. In the afternoon, from Stanley Plaza take bus 66 or 6X and get off at Cheung Kong Centre in Central. Walk to the Lower Peak Tram terminus on Garden Road, up to Victoria Peak to look at the magnificent panorama. Then from there, walk from the Lower Peak Tram Terminus to Queen’s Road Central, turn left at D’Aguilar Street and walk uphill to Lan Kwai Fong. This is a popular place to hang out with upscale drinking and dining, bistros, bars, pubs and restaurants. It’s a party every night of the week. One block away on Wyndham Street are bars, cafes and restaurants.

Day 3: In the morning, take a guided bus tour of the New Territories, between the Kowloon hills and Mainland China. Spend the afternoon in the Yau Ma Tei and Mongkok area, in the open air markets of the district (ladies' market, Mongkok flower market, Fa Yuen street), and finish the evening around the Temple Street Night Market.

Answer 4

Ive been living in Hong Kong for nearly 14 years, and I agree with ykphil.

South Island, Yau Tsim, Mongok to Tsim Sha Tsui, trip to Lantau, Trip to Sai Kung, Lan Kwai Fong, Wan Chai, The Peak....a day in Macau?