City guides

Hong Kong

Hong Kong is a city of extremes—a vertical jungle of neon-lit skyscrapers and temple-dotted hills, where a world-class skyline meets lush hiking trails in minutes. It’s a place where ancient traditions (think incense-filled temples and floating fishing villages) hum beneath the relentless energy of a global financial hub, and where you can slurp wonton noodles at a dai pai dong (open-air food stall) or marvel at the Symphony of Lights show across Victoria Harbour.

Capital
Hong Kong (Special Administrative Region)
Language
Cantonese and English
Currency
Hong Kong dollar (HKD)
Best time to visit
October to December (mild, dry, and clear)
Visa
Visa-free for up to 90 days for many nationalities (e.g., US, UK, Canada, EU); always check current policy for your passport

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Hong Kong

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