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What to see in Hong Kong in 3 days

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3-day itinerary for Hong Kong (China): what to see, where to eat and skip-the-line tickets. Build your free custom plan.

Hong Kong blends , food and shopping at every turn. Here's a 3-day itinerary organised by area, with the must-sees, where to eat and skip-the-line tickets to make the most of your trip.

Practical info · Hong Kong

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Best time to visitSpring & autumn
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Ideal length2-3 days
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BudgetHigh · €€€
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Getting around
Known for, food and shopping

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What to see in Hong Kong day by day

Day 1Hong Kong Island · Kowloon

Free Walking Tour of Hong Kong
Walking tour through Central to discover the city's history and contrasts.
Free
Day Trip to Macau
Day trip by ferry to the former Portuguese colony and its casinos.
from 60€
Star Ferry
Historic ferry crossing the harbour between the island and Kowloon.
from 1€
Man Mo Temple
Temple filled with incense spirals dedicated to the gods of literature and war.
Free
Central District and Mid-Levels Escalators
Financial heart crossed by the world's longest outdoor escalator system.
Free
Hong Kong Park
Green oasis with an aviary and ponds in the heart of Admiralty.
Free
🍽️ Tim Ho Wan (Central)
Michelin-starred dim sum at popular prices; famous for its pork buns.
~15€
🍽️ Lin Heung Tea House
Classic Cantonese tea house with traditional dim sum trolleys.
~14€
Avenue of Stars
Avenue of Stars
Waterfront promenade in Tsim Sha Tsui with views of the island skyline.
Free
Symphony of Lights Show
Nightly light and laser show over the skyscrapers of Victoria Harbour.
Free
Wong Tai Sin Temple
Wong Tai Sin Temple
Colourful Taoist temple very popular for praying for good fortune.
Free
Nan Lian Garden and Chi Lin Nunnery
Classical Chinese garden next to a Tang-style wooden Buddhist monastery.
Free
Temple Street Night Market
Bustling street market with stalls, stands and local food.
Free
Ladies Market
Long row of stalls selling clothes, souvenirs and trinkets in Mong Kok.
Free
Hong Kong Museum of History
A journey through the territory's natural and cultural history.
from 1€
M+ Museum
Large museum of visual culture and contemporary art in West Kowloon.
from 14€
🍽️ Australia Dairy Company
Frantic cha chaan teng famous for its scrambled eggs and toast.
~8€
🍽️ Din Tai Fung (Tsim Sha Tsui)
Chain renowned for its xiao long bao (soup dumplings).
~22€

Day 2The Peak and South

Victoria Peak (The Peak)
Victoria Peak (The Peak)
The best skyline panorama from the Peak Tram and Sky Terrace 428.
from 11€
Repulse Bay Beach
Repulse Bay Beach
Popular sandy beach on the south coast of the island.
Free
Stanley Market
Market and waterfront promenade with a relaxed vibe in Stanley village.
Free

Day 3Islands (Lantau)

Excursion to Lantau Island and the Tian Tan Buddha
Guided visit to the Big Buddha, Po Lin Monastery and the Tai O fishing village.
from 55€
Tian Tan Big Buddha
Tian Tan Big Buddha
Colossal bronze Buddha statue reached by climbing 268 steps.
Free
Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car
Scenic cable car over the mountains and sea up to the Ngong Ping plateau.
from 30€

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Frequently asked questions about Hong Kong

How many days do I need to see Hong Kong?

With 3 days you can see the must-sees of Hong Kong. Our tool organizes each day by area so you don't waste time getting around.

When is the best time to visit Hong Kong?

The best time to visit Hong Kong is spring and autumn. That said, Trip Planner builds your itinerary for any season and adapts it to your pace.

How do you get around Hong Kong?

undefined Plus, our plan groups each day by area so you barely waste time getting around.

What to visit in Hong Kong?

The must-sees in Hong Kong: Victoria Peak (The Peak), Free Walking Tour of Hong Kong, Excursion to Lantau Island and the Tian Tan Buddha and Tian Tan Big Buddha. This guide organises them day by day, with times, a map and skip-the-line tickets.

How much does it cost to visit Hong Kong?

It depends on your budget. With Trip Planner you set how much you want to spend per day and the plan adapts, combining free and paid activities.

Where can I buy skip-the-line tickets?

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