Explore Hong Kong
Hong Kong is many things. It's a global financial powerhouse, an archipelago of 234 islands, a beacon of luxury for Asia's elite, a city with a beating pulse that keeps visitors coming back for more. In this City Guide, curated by insiders and experts, we let you in on where to stay, what to eat and drink ,and we even let you in on some of Hong Kong's best kept secrets.
Hotels to stay in Hong Kong
Where to eat and drink
Where to shop
What to do
Neighbourhood guides
The iconic Hong Kong skyline
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Hong Kong
Grit. Energy. Luxury...how does one even begin to describe Hong Kong? It's a place where east meets west and old meets new, charming guests with its glittering skyline and ancient temples shrouded in incense smoke that sit beside neon-lit cocktail bars.
And while we love all things chic and shiny here at Tatler, in our Hong Kong City Guide, we want to show you a different side of the city, too—one that’s a little softer and more soulful. Beyond the lights and skyscrapers, you'll find hikes that lead to breathtaking views, hidden beaches that rival those in Thailand or Indonesia, and cultural pockets that work hard to protect Hong Kong's past.
It's also a city that takes its food seriously. A favourite destination among chefs and food lovers alike, Hong Kong's dining scene is vast and diverse: You’ll find everything from generations-old eateries that embrace traditional Cantonese cooking, to restaurants that reflect the many nationalities that call Hong Kong home.
As jounalist Peter Jon Lindberg once said, “Life in Hong Kong transcends cultural and culinary borders, such that nothing is truly foreign and nothing doesn’t belong.”
Hotels to stay in Hong Kong
From stately heritage properties to the world's highest hotel, these are some of Hong Kong's best luxury hotels
Where to eat and drink in Hong Kong
There's a reason chefs around the world keep coming back to Hong Kong. It's a city that really, really loves, and knows, food. Whether you're at one of the world's best fine dining restaurants—including those on Tatler Dining Hong Kong’s top 20 restaurants of 2024—or sitting on a street corner amongst roaring woks at a local dai pai dong
Fine Dining
Hong Kong has fine dining down to an art. From Cantonese restaurants that elevate local flavours, to impeccable establishments helmed by some of the world's most celebrated chefs.
Local Food
What, you thought we were only about white table cloths and silver service? Even the city's most discerning palates have a soft spot for a good, hearty bowl of wonton noodles or char siu over rice.
Drink
At night, Hong Kong comes alive. Be inspired at one of Hong Kong's many award-winning cocktail bars or soak up the skyline—and a martini or two—at a chic rooftop venue.
Shopping in Hong Kong
From high-end boutiques to world-renowned restaurants, these luxury shopping malls in Hong Kong take retail therapy to new heights
Things to do in Hong Kong
Hong Kong's claim to fame is that it's a big, bustling metropolis. But dig deeper and you'll find it has so much more to offer, including hiking trails with breathtaking views, pristine beaches and world-class galleries.
Neighbourhood guides
Go off the beaten track to explore some of Hong Kong's most interesting neighbourhoods.
