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Part two of our first day in Hong Kong: after Central, the escalator and Tai Kwun (part one), we headed up Victoria Peak, then ended the day in Causeway Bay.
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Getting to the Peak Tram
We took the old tram from Central and got off near Murray Road / Garden Road, then walked a few minutes to the Peak Tram terminus (there's also an MTR station nearby). Tickets are sold under the big building, or online on Klook.
The queue
Expect 1–1.5 hours at busy times. The queue behind us was as long as the one in front. Booking online saves the ticket queue, not the boarding queue. The ride up is only about 10 minutes, but it's a classic: a steep funicular climbing the hill.
Sky Terrace 428
We booked the Sky Terrace for the 360° view of the whole of Hong Kong, the island and Kowloon. It was very hazy that day, so we couldn't see far. Check the weather and go on a clear day if you can.
There's also a circular walk around the Peak, about 1.5–2 hours, if you have the energy.
Evening in Causeway Bay
Causeway Bay is one of Hong Kong's liveliest neighbourhoods: crowds, neon, old red taxis lined up like a Hollywood film set, and endless shopping and food. Visit Times Square, a mall with many floors of shops and restaurants.
For camera people: the DJI store in Causeway Bay is huge. We picked up a DJI Mic upgrade there. Prices on drones and the Mini series were worth comparing with India.
End with an egg tart at Bakehouse.
Next day: Hong Kong Disneyland.
FAQs
How long is the Peak Tram queue?
Expect 1–1.5 hours at busy times. The ride itself takes about 10 minutes.
Is Sky Terrace 428 worth it?
On a clear day, yes, for the 360° view. It was hazy when we went, so we couldn't see far.
TAGS: HONG KONG · VICTORIA PEAK · PEAK TRAM · CAUSEWAY BAY · DJI
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Prashant & Sunaina
A travel couple from Pune with Kashmiri Pandit × Maharashtrian roots, 8+ countries and counting. Every rupee shared.
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