Explore Hong Kong for Free | Best Places to visit on Hong Kong Island
Hong Kong is a bustling city with a lot to offer, but it can also be quite expensive. However, there are plenty of free things to do and see in Hong Kong. Here are some of the best places to visit in Hong Kong Island for free:
Hong Kong Park
Hong Kong Park
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A peaceful oasis in the middle of the city, Hong Kong Park offers free entry to its gardens, aviary, and other attractions. Here you can have a relaxing walk alongside the artificial lake where you can see turtles and Koi fish. You can also find a man-made waterfall if you continue on the path along the made-up lake. Even though it's small, it's fairly lovely and an excellent spot to take a nice picture and appreciate the well-designed park.
Man Mo Temple
Man Mo Temple
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The largest Man Mo Temple in Hong Kong is on 124–126 Hollywood Road, in Sheung Wan. It is one of Hong Kong's most famous urban temples because of its beautiful traditional Chines Architecture. You can freely roam around the temple at leisure and admire the golden deities, and smell the incense from the incense coils hanging overhead. Visiting this temple will give you the chance to experience the Chinese culture and feel the spiritual side of Hong Kong in the middle of a busy district.
Golden Bauhinia Square
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Located in Wanchai, the enormous golden bauhinia statue in this public space serves as a reminder of Hong Kong's 1997 independence from Great Britain. It's an iconic spot for the flag-raising ceremony in which locals and tourists can participate. It is also a great place for important gatherings If you happened to be at this place in Hong Kong at night, you can stroll the water promenade which is also a great spot to watch the Symphony of Lights performance at night.
46 Graham Street, Central
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This colorful graffiti is located at the intersection of 46 Graham Street and 48 Hollywood Road, Central. Graham Street has now become a place for street art and graffiti which is the perfect place to visit for art lovers from Local sor tourists alike. The most photographed and iconic graffiti in Central. The graffiti shows of old townhouses shining a light on the city’s iconic Tong lau tenement building. It is a great way to see the artistic side of Hong Kong and immerse yourself in the stories and feelings of each of the artists who drew and painted each mural. A definitely worth it place to visit.
You do not always have to put a hole in your pocket when you travel to Hong Kong. These are just a few of the many free things to do and see in the Hong Kong side of the city. With a little planning and research, you can find several places to explore and might even find more hidden gems and budget-friendly activities to enjoy.