Leisure & Culture

Looking for some awesome places and activities to go around during your holiday? Here is the ultimate guide for you and your family! It is also great to start with some famous tourist attractions in Hong Kong.

Sports

The University’s Centre for Sports and Exercise offers a wide range of sports facilities and programmes. The Hong Kong government also offers different land sports and aquatics facilities. If you are a big fan of outdoor sports, you cannot miss out on windsurfing, kayak, hiking and cycling in Hong Kong.

Arts & Culture

Hong Kong is an international art and cultural hub. Immerse yourself in arts through joining the following art events!

There are also numerous arts and cultural events including concerts, dance performances and dramas being organised all-year-round. Check out the latest events and book your tickets through ticketing operators:

The University’s Cultural Management Office organises a series of arts and cultural programmes, with a mission to enrich the imaginative atmosphere on campus and establish HKU as a leading centre of cultural activities. Learn more details here.

Family-friendly Activities

There are two major theme parks in Hong Kong, one is Hong Kong Disneyland which is famous for its characters, and the other one is Ocean Park which is well-known for its aquarium and water park. Both theme parks could be reached by MTR and have their own hotels. There are also lots of museums which are both educational and fun. Let’s check out the popular museums operated by the government with your family!

Outdoor

Hong Kong has more than 250 islands including Cheung Chau, Mui Wo and Peng Chau where you can experience a unique way of living. Most of them are easily accessible from the Central Ferry Piers. Other places such as Discovery Bay, Sai Kung, Stanley and Ma Wan are also amazing vacation spots with beaches where you can enjoy sunbathing. Hiking is also a popular outdoor activity in Hong Kong. Check out more outdoor activities here.

Nightlife

Enjoy a vibrant nightlife in Hong Kong where there are numerous chic clubs, live music venues and rooftop bars. Lan Kwai Fong and SoHo are the most popular nightlife districts. Don’t miss out on the Symphony of Lights showing along the Victoria Harbour too.

Movies & Entertainment

You can watch thousands of local and international movies in Hong Kong. Simply buy a ticket online or at the following popular cinemas.

If you wish to read the local news, the South China Morning Post and the Standard are the two major English newspapers for you.

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