Hong Kong with Kids

Top Tips for Visiting Hong Kong with Kids

1. Kadoorie Farm
New Territories, Hong Kong
Seeking a bit of nature? Take a trip to Kadoorie Farm in the New Territories. Kids will enjoy meeting the animals, learning about organic farming, and walking around the landscaped (and stroller friendly) gardens.
Tip: Pack a picnic and enjoy the fresh air. There are plenty of shaded areas to accommodate small and large groups.

2. Ocean Park
Aberdeen, Hong Kong Island
For a fun filled day of gondola rides, pandas, and every sea creature imaginable, visit Ocean Park!
Tip: For kids ages 8 and up, check out Dolphin Adventures where kids can play in the water with Flipper! Advanced reservations are required.

3. Family Friendly Dining
Explore the local cuisine with kids! There are plenty of options to enjoy Dim Sum and Cantonese cuisine - traditional Dim Sum cart service, Dim Sum with views, Cha Chaan Tang favorites, vegetarian dim sum, Contempo Canto cuisine on a terrace, and more! There are also lots of great kid friendly Weekend Brunch options too!
Tip: Pick up a pair of kiddie chopsticks from the adorable children's shop Petit Bazaar.

4. Hong Kong Disneyland
Lantau, Hong Kong
Kids will go wild at Disneyland! In addition to the park, kids can plan an entire day around Inspiration Lake.
Tip: Book a treatment for your little prince or princess at Victorian Spa at Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel. Treatments range from face-painting to hair-braiding!

5. The Peak
Hong Kong Island
Take The Peak Tram or hike the Morning Trail to view Hong Kong's amazing skyline!
Tip: After a walk (or stroll) around the peak, grab lunch at The Peak Lookout, a favorite place for families looking for a kid friendly restaurant, good food, and spectacular views.

6. Sai Wan & Tai Long Wan
For the best beaches in Hong Kong and a true family adventure, head to Sai Wan and Tai Long Wan!
Tip: Take the sampan boat from Wong Shek Pier for a real adventure. The boat can take you directly to the beaches or to a mini hiking trail that is also stroller friendly.

7. Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens
Just follow the monkey sounds to the playground in the Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens. In addition to the playground entertaining kiddos ages 2 and up, there are plenty of animals to see, including an orangutan, Burmese python, and Chinese alligator.
Tip: There is even a covered area for rainy days - big plus!

8. Hong Kong Science Museum
Kowloon, Hong Kong
A perfect option for those rainy days, the Hong Kong Science Museum offers over 500 exhibits and 70% of those are hands-on! Kids of all ages will enjoy all the bits and bobs they can press, punch, and pull at this robotic wonderland.
Tip: We know all kids love making bubbles. The Children's Zone on the Ground Floor has an entire area dedicated to bubble making.

9. Shopping Galore
Hong Kong is the perfect place to shop for kiddies of all ages. For those looking for chic and unique, head to the uber-adorable Petit Bazaar with two locations in Hong Kong. If you are looking for a high-end shopping haven, Prince's Building in Central and Harbour City's KidX will keep your wallet busy.
Tip: For overstock cheap and cheerful finds, Stanley Market is your best bet!

10. Macau
Ferry on over to Macau for tons of family entertainment! From Cirque du Soleil to fabulous mega hotels and amazing Portuguese restaurants, the kids and adults will have a holiday to remember.
Tip: Don't Miss Ice World at The Venetian, the indoor ice exhibition chiseled from over 9,000 ice blocks by forty-nine renowned Harbin artisans.

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Hong Kong with Kids   |   12 Jun 2011 at 05:21 PM

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