Itinerary Hong Kong

November is one of the best times to visit Hong Kong: the weather is mild, sunny, and mostly dry, perfect for exploring the city’s vibrant neighborhoods, culinary scene, and cultural sights.

💰 Budget overview

Category	Amount
✈️ Transport	$2,200
🏨 Accommodations	$1,600
🧳 Gear	$100
🗺️ On-site	$1,000
Total	$4,900

🗺️ Activities & landmarks

🇨🇳 Hong Kong - 5 days

☀️ Daytime

• [ ] 🛕 Man Mo Temple ⭐⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • Ornate Taoist temple dedicated to the gods of literature and war. Incense-filled, atmospheric. Early mornings are most peaceful.

• [ ] 🏛️ Hong Kong Museum of History ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Immersive exhibitions on local heritage. Great introduction to the city’s story.

• [ ] 🌳 Victoria Peak (The Peak) ⭐⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Iconic panoramic lookout over Hong Kong’s skyline, harbour, and mountains. Take the historic Peak Tram up and enjoy the Sky Terrace.

• [ ] 🎨 PMQ (Police Married Quarters) ⭐⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Hip hub for local creative artists and pop-up boutiques. Superb spot for gifts and contemporary culture.

• [ ] 🏙️ Central & Sheung Wan neighbourhood walk ⭐⭐⭐ (~3h)

  • Explore street art, old Western Market, antique shops on Hollywood Road, and chic lifestyle boutiques.

• [ ] 🏛️ M+ Museum ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Asia’s leading contemporary art museum in West Kowloon. World-class exhibitions, rooftop views.

• [ ] 🌳 Nan Lian Garden & Chi Lin Nunnery ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Classical Tang-style landscape gardens and calm Buddhist nunnery—serene escape from the city.

• [ ] 🏙️ Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade & Avenue of Stars ⭐⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Stroll for harbour views and tributes to Hong Kong film legends. Best around sunset.

• [ ] 🏛️ Hong Kong Palace Museum ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Exquisite artifacts from the Beijing Palace Museum in a striking West Kowloon building.

• [ ] 🌳 Kowloon Walled City Park ⭐ (~1h)

  • Fascinating city park with historical remnants of the infamous Walled City.

• [ ] 🛕 Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery ⭐⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Climb past golden Buddhas in Sha Tin; tranquil and photogenic.

• [ ] 🎨 Art Basel Hong Kong (if running) ⭐ (~2h)

  • Cutting-edge global art fair (check dates; some galleries open year-round).

• [ ] 🏙️ Mong Kok shopping streets (Ladies’ Market, Sneakers Street) ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Vibrant markets—find everything from fashion to gadgets.

• [ ] 🌳 Hong Kong Park ⭐ (~1h)

  • Oasis of greenery in the city, with aviary and conservatory.

• [ ] 🏙️ SoHo & Lan Kwai Fong ⭐⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Trendiest bars, chic restaurants, international crowds (also see for nightlife).

• [ ] 🛕 Wong Tai Sin Temple ⭐⭐ (~1h)

  • Temple famed for fortune-telling.

• [ ] 🏙️ Star Ferry crossing ⭐⭐⭐ (~0.5h)

  • Unmissable classic: ride between Central and Tsim Sha Tsui for the city’s best views.

• [ ] 🎨 Hong Kong Heritage Museum ⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Explore local arts, pop culture, and Bruce Lee memorabilia.

• [ ] 🏛️ Dr Sun Yat-sen Museum ⭐ (~1h)

  • Learn about the “father of modern China”.

• [ ] 🌳 Lantau Island: Tian Tan Buddha & Po Lin Monastery ⭐⭐ (~3h)

  • Giant bronze Buddha set amid lush hills. Cable car ride offers scenic vistas.

🌙 Evening & night

• [ ] 🍸 Ozone Bar at The Ritz-Carlton ⭐⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • One of the world’s highest rooftop bars (118/F). Spectacular nighttime cityscape. Dress elegantly.

• [ ] 💃 Hong Kong Ballet, Philharmonic, or live show ⭐⭐ (~2h)

  • Catch a world-class performance at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre or Xiqu Centre (book in advance).

• [ ] 🏙️ Temple Street Night Market ⭐⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Lively stalls, fortune tellers, and open-air Cantonese opera.

• [ ] 🍸 Quinary, Central ⭐⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Award-winning cocktail bar with innovative mixology.

• [ ] 🍸 Foxglove ⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Jazz-inspired speakeasy with live music nights.

• [ ] 🍸 The Iron Fairies ⭐ (~1.5h)

  • Unique fantasy-themed bar with creative drinks in Central.

🍽️ Must-try food spots

• [ ] 🍜 Tsim Chai Kee Noodle ⭐⭐⭐

  • Legendary wonton noodle shop; try king prawn noodles—$8-12.

• [ ] 🍜 Mak’s Noodle ⭐⭐

  • Classic spot for wonton; quick, local lunch—$8-12.

• [ ] 🍜 Tim Ho Wan ⭐⭐⭐

  • World’s cheapest Michelin-starred dim sum—baked bun with BBQ pork is a must—$10-15.

• [ ] 🍜 Lung King Heen (Four Seasons Hotel) ⭐⭐⭐

  • 3 Michelin stars; upscale Cantonese dining, stunning views. Advance booking required—set lunch ~$100/person.

• [ ] 🍜 Yardbird ⭐⭐

  • Awarded yakitori, contemporary izakaya vibes; must-book.

• [ ] 🍜 Spring Deer ⭐

  • Classic Peking Duck in a retro setting.

• [ ] 🍜 Ho Lee Fook ⭐⭐

  • Modern Chinese with a vibrant atmosphere in SoHo.

• [ ] 🍜 Tai Cheong Bakery ⭐

  • Famous for egg tarts, perfect snack break while sightseeing.

🔁 Optional if time permits

• [ ] 🏙️ Cheung Chau Island (~5h round-trip)

  • Laid-back fishing village, great for walking and fresh seafood; ferries from Central.

• [ ] 🏛️ Sam Tung Uk Museum (~1.5h)

  • Restored walled village, glimpse of rural Hong Kong life.

• [ ] 🌳 Dragon’s Back hike (~4h)

  • Scenic urban hike; spectacular coastal views—best if weather is clear.

🎬 Films & series to watch

🇨🇳 Hong Kong

• [ ] 🎬 In the Mood for Love (2000) — ⭐ 8.1 — Mesmerising romantic drama by Wong Kar Wai, set in 1960s Hong Kong — Amazon Prime
• [ ] 🎬 Chungking Express (1994) — ⭐ 8.0 — Two love stories intersect in neon-soaked Hong Kong — Criterion Channel
• [ ] 🎬 Infernal Affairs (2002) — ⭐ 8.0 — Stylish crime thriller, remade by Scorsese as “The Departed” — Amazon
• [ ] 📺 Street Food: Asia (2019) — ⭐ 8.0 — Episode on Hong Kong’s street food heroes — Netflix
• [ ] 📺 Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown — Hong Kong episode — food, markets, culture — Max

🍜 Local specialties

🇨🇳 Hong Kong

• [ ] Dim Sum (especially at Tim Ho Wan, Lung King Heen)
• [ ] Roast Goose and Roast Pork
• [ ] Wonton Noodles
• [ ] Pineapple Bun (without pineapple!)
• [ ] Egg Tart (Tai Cheong Bakery)
• [ ] Milk Tea (“Silk Stocking” style)
• [ ] Pineapple Bun with Butter (Bo Lo Bao)
• [ ] Claypot Rice

📍 Maps - places to pin

🇨🇳 Hong Kong

1. 🌤️ Victoria Peak (The Peak)
2. 🌙 Ozone Bar at The Ritz-Carlton
3. 🛍️ Landmark Shopping Mall (Central)
4. 🏨 The Upper House or Four Seasons Hong Kong
5. 🍽️ Tim Ho Wan

✈️ Transport to book

• [ ] ✈️ London → Hong Kong
• [ ] ✈️ Hong Kong → London

🏨 Accommodations

City	Nights	Accommodation	Price
Hong Kong	5	Four Seasons Hong Kong	$1,600
Total	5		$1,600