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A 7-day trip to Hong Kong is perfect for those who want to explore the city in depth. It’s an ideal length for exploring the city at a leisurely pace.
In this Hong Kong travel guide post, I will break down how to spend each day in Hong Kong.
Let’s get started!
Day 1 – Arrival Day
The first day is all about relaxing after you just got off a flight. With 7 days in Hong Kong, there’s no need to rush to see attractions right away.
When you land at Hong Kong International Airport, take the Hong Kong Express to get downtown. For those willing to splurge a bit more, the taxi stand is next door. The line might be long, but it moves quickly.
A staff member will ask you where you are going and pass you a printed note. This note provides an approximate taxi fare to help you avoid being scammed. An additional fee may apply for luggage in the trunk and for tunnel crossings.
Check In at Hotel
Check in after arriving at your hotel. By the time you reach your room, it’s the best feeling ever. You can actually relax after being on the move for a day.
Take some time to wind down, whether that’s taking a shower or unpacking. If you’re really hardcore, explore the nearby neighbourhood to get a feel for the city.
You might be thinking, ‘I’m in Hong Kong for one week only. I want to be as efficient as possible.”
It’s only the first day. The next few days will be jam-packed, and you just had a long flight, so chill.
Day 2 – Kowloon
Day 2 Morning
Wong Tai Sin
The first location is the Wong Tai Sin temple, which is usually busier in the mornings. You’ll find crowds of people paying worship to the gods. On the other hand, tourists are taking in the scenery because this temple is the prettiest one in Hong Kong.
Locals and tourists often engage in traditional practices such as fortune-telling and incense offerings. The fortune-telling here uses fortune sticks to answer your question. Choose a question in your head, then shake the wooden container filled with sticks until one falls out. Each stick has a number, and the one that fell out is the answer to your question.
There’s a QR code you can scan or visit a fortune teller booth to get a live interpretation. These fortune-teller booths also offer other types of fortune-telling, such as birth chart reading and face reading.
Before moving on to the next destination, visit Wong Tai Sin Temple Mall to grab a bite. This local mall has lots to choose from. Today’s schedule means a late lunch, and the next few tourist attractions won’t have many food choices.
Nan Lian Garden/Chi Lin Nunnery
Take the green Kwun Tong MTR line, use your Octopus card, and get off at Diamond Hill station.
Walk 5 minutes to Nan Lian Garden and Chi Lin Nunnery. Nan Lian Garden is best known for its red bridge and gold pavilion, while Chi Lin Nunnery is a Buddhist temple.
I know, I know. You were just at a religious spot like 20 minutes ago, but aside from the shared religious theme, Chi Lin Nunnery and Wong Tai Sin Temple will not feel the same. The colours are completely different. Wong Tai Sin Temple is mainly red and gold, while Chi Lin Nunnery is brown due to its wooden buildings.
This area will feel tranquil, and you can walk seamlessly from one place to another since they are next to each other.
Rainbow Estate
Walk another 15 minutes to get to Choi Hung Estate, aka Rainbow Estate. The name is pretty much self-explanatory. It’s a rainbow-coloured building. Due to its aesthetic, this is one of the hottest Instagram spots in Hong Kong. There’s not much to do here. It’s not an absolute must-visit unless you care about nice photos.
Day 2 Afternoon – Sham Shui Po
Sham Shui Po is the place to be for creative designers. There are specialized streets for toys, electronics, buttons, and clothes.
For a late lunch, it’s got to be Tim Ho Wan. This global restaurant chain has won a Michelin star and is known for its cheap dim sum. Tim Ho Wan can satisfy your craving for Hong Kong’s signature food, and the bill will not break your bank.
Another notable place to eat at is Hop Yik Tai. This restaurant is another place for cheap eats in Hong Kong. They make a mean silky rice roll and have other street foods as well.
Sham Shui Po is one of those Hong Kong neighbourhoods that feel like authentic communities. Wander the streets to see what this district has to offer. You’ll want to go for a walk to work everything off after stuffing yourself with dim sum and street food.
Day 3 – Tsim Sha Tsui
Tsim Sha Tsui is a must-visit for tourists, with plenty to do in this Hong Kong neighbourhood.
The day will begin with a visit to a museum. There are many in this area, including M+, the Hong Kong Art Museum, the Hong Kong Space Museum, the Hong Kong Science Museum, the Hong Kong History Museum, and the Hong Kong Palace Museum.
That’s 6 museums in one neighbourhood!
Research which museum interests you and purchase tickets in advance. Each museum will keep you busy for at least two hours. It can be even more than two hours, especially if you’re analyzing the exhibits and taking in as much as possible.
After a museum (or two), head to K11 Musea, known for its beautiful interior design. Then, go out the mall doors that lead to the Victoria Harbour. Victoria Harbour offers an iconic view of the Hong Kong skyline and is a spectacular photo spot.
Walk along the pathway to see the Avenue of Stars, which is dedicated to the Hong Kong film industry. It can even be a fun activity to look for plaques and statues of Chinese directors and entertainers you recognize, like Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan.
At the end of the open-air pathway are the clock tower, Harbour City, and the Star Ferry Terminal.
Harbour City, on Canton Road, is the city’s largest mall. This mall has a wide range of international brands under one roof, so shop till you drop!
Speaking of shopping, another famous shopping street is on Nathan Road. This street has a broader range of stores, from skincare to pharmacies to jewellery stores. When you set foot here, it’s what you think of when it comes to a typical Hong Kong shopping street.
Day 4 – Mong Kok/Yau Ma Tei
This is the only full day in your 7-day Hong Kong itinerary. So wake up later, since the two planned activities open later.
Day 4 Late Morning/Early Afternoon – Mong Kok
Many places in Mong Kok don’t open until at least 11 am, and even that’s early.
Skip the crowd and make the most of your shopping time by starting at Sneaker Street. Sneaker Street has at least a dozen stores that are dedicated to athletic brands such as Nike, Puma, New Balance, Reebok, and Adidas. Most of these street stores carry a mix of brands and are perfect for those looking for a new pair of running shoes or athletic apparel. There’s a kaleidoscope of choices, and it certainly feels like you’re looking into one.
Next up is Ladies’ Market, a pedestrian-only street market a few blocks away. This street market is set up with market stalls in the middle of the street, while restaurants and permanent stores are on the side lane. Since not all of these stalls will be open early, eat lunch first. There is a wide variety of cuisines, but the restaurants are on the smaller side.
By the time you finish lunch, Ladies’ Market will open up. I should have mentioned earlier: Ladies’ Market is for both genders. A range of products is sold, including apparel, bags, luggage, technology accessories, souvenirs, and toys.
Day 4 Evening – Yau Ma Tei
Use the MTR and take the subway to Jordan Station. Walk to Temple Street, where you’ll be spending the last few hours of the day. At the start of Temple Street, there is a night street food market. There are lots of goodies nearby, and you’ll be tempted to fill your stomach. However, continue walking down the street, and you’ll find many dai pai dongs, a classic Hong Kong experience, along with other local restaurants.
My personal recommendation is the restaurant, Four Seasons Clay Pot. Just thinking about their chicken and mushroom clay pot rice is making my mouth water. The chicken is so tender, and the soy sauce added to the rice makes it DELICIOUS!
The rest of the Temple Street night market feels the same as the Ladies’ Market, so there’s nothing special to see.
Do make a pit stop at Temple Street Fortune Telling Street. This is where people come to get their fortunes told with a variety of methods like tarot, birth chart, and a bird picking your card on your behalf.
Take whatever they say with a grain of salt. Don’t take what the fortune tellers say too seriously and see it as all in good fun.
Day 5 – Central/Peak
Central is most known as the city’s financial district, but you can spend a whole day here in this Hong Kong Island district visiting different attractions without being bored.
Day 5 Morning
Central Pier/Victoria Peak
Take the Star Ferry to Central. The ferry will drop you off at Central pier, where you can take a ride on the Ferris wheel, which is called the Observation Wheel in Hong Kong.
Visit Victoria Peak, the highest point in the city, in the morning via the Peak Tram—the views there are absolutely gorgeous. The morning will go by fast with that attraction, along with Madame Tussauds and its retail stores.
Day 5 Afternoon
Central Market
After taking the Peak Tram back to Central, head to Central Market. Central Market is an indoor marketplace featuring unique stalls offering souvenirs, food, accessories, and local crafts.
Lan Fong Yuen
Grab a drink at Lan Fong Yuen, widely known as the restaurant that invented Hong Kong’s signature drink, silky milk tea. Although they are best known for milk tea, they also serve local Hong Kong cafe dishes. The only thing is, it gets busy because tourists are clamouring to order something here.
Hong Kong Bakeries
For dessert, visit Vission Bakery for their matcha mochi Danish. Right next door to the bakery is Vission Nine, which sells cakes exclusively. Their sweet treats here aren’t as sweet as other Western desserts, which might be why they’re a local favourite amongst Hong Kongers. You’ll see this small bakery, as there is always a line right outside of it.
Personally, though, I much prefer Bakehouse, another bakery that is a few minutes away from Vission. Their egg tarts here are to die for, and I’m not kidding when I say they are my favourite egg tarts in the world. Again, expect to see a line down the block because many people go crazy for these.
You are in Soho, and there is a lot of street art around. You don’t need to look for them actively. As you continue walking around Soho, you’ll spot them.
PMQ
If you enjoyed Central Market, PMQ is another shopping place you might like. PMQ has multiple floors of independent stores, and its layout is unlike that of a typical shopping mall. There is also a courtyard where they host seasonal events.
Man Mo Temple
Next up is Man Mo Temple in Sheung Wan, a religious site that is known for its hanging incense coils. This temple is much smaller than the Wong Tai Sin temple, so it’s quieter. It’s also darker, so the atmosphere feels more calming.
Cat Street
Cat Street is for those looking for antiques and other vintage finds. The authenticity is questionable, so it’s better for trinkets. This is one of those places where you don’t know what treasure you can find. Dig through for some unique finds.
Day 5 Evening – Lan Kwai Fong
The last stop of the day is the party district at Lan Kwai Fong. Nighttime is when Lan Kwai Fong comes alive! Enjoy a drink and/or tapas at one of their many pubs, clubs, or restaurants.
Day 6 – Day Trip to Macau
The last two days of your 7-day Hong Kong itinerary will be dedicated to day trips.
When it comes to day trips for visiting another city, it’s got to be Macau.
Macau is Asia’s Las Vegas, known for its dazzling hotels and casinos. Like Hong Kong’s history, Macau was a former Portuguese colony and is now part of China. Both cities have similar statuses and are considered special administrative regions of China.
Although Macau is another city, it has a small-town feel compared to cosmopolitan Hong Kong.
Many Chinese citizens visit Macau since this is the only Chinese city that allows casino gambling. Gambling is illegal in all other parts of China. Even if gambling isn’t your thing, tourists appreciate the beautiful hotels, attractions such as Macau Tower, Senado Square, and the Ruins of St. Paul’s, and delicious treats.
Macau is only an hour away from Hong Kong, and it’s super easy to get there. Even though I have been here many times, I still like to revisit certain spots, like The Venetian and Dasanba Street.
Day 7 – Day Trip Option 2
Since Hong Kong Disneyland is one of the city’s main tourist attractions, it’s a very obvious choice for a day trip. Did you know we also have another theme park in the city called Ocean Park?
This local theme park emphasizes nature conservation and features animals. Hong Kong Disneyland might be the more popular option, but if you want to try something different, visit Ocean Park.
For those who aren’t interested in theme parks, I recommend a day trip to Big Buddha on Lantau Island. This bronze Buddha is a cultural landmark, and the surrounding area will keep you busy for at least half a day.
There’s Ngong Ping 360 (a 30-minute cable car ride to Big Buddha), Ngong Ping Village, Po Lin Monastery, and, of course, the main attraction, the Big Buddha itself.
This day trip likely won’t take the whole day, so you can combine it with Tai O Fishing Village, since both require stopping at Tung Chung first.
Final Thoughts – 7 Days in Hong Kong Itinerary
This 7-day Hong Kong itinerary was planned to take things more slowly. Spending a week in Hong Kong means you have more time on your hands, and the trip won’t be go, go, go, although there are travellers who are this type.
These 7 days in Hong Kong are enough time to include a diverse range of experiences, allowing you to see the city and make memories you can cherish forever.
Now to You – 7 Days in Hong Kong Itinerary
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Nicole
