Scenic spot introduction:
Hong Kong's Victoria Harbor is known as the "Pearl of the Orient", "the world's three best natural harbors" and "the world's three best night views". It is the most famous tourist spot in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, especially the night view is the most attractive. After dark, the lights of thousands of houses reflect each other, which is very charming. It is ranked as one of the "three major night scenes in the world" together with Hakodate, Japan and Naples, Italy.The name of Victoria Harbor comes from Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom. The British saw its potential to become an excellent port in East Asia. After capturing Hong Kong, they developed their maritime trade in the Far East and have always influenced the history and culture of Hong Kong. Leading the economic and tourism development of Hong Kong is one of the keys to Hong Kong becoming an international metropolis.
Victoria Harbor is not only a seaport, but also an attraction that cannot be missed. The "Symphony of Lights" light show displays colorful, flashing lights and lasers in more than 40 buildings accompanied by rhythmic music. , dazzling. Every New Year's Eve and the second day of the Lunar New Year, a grand fireworks display is held in Victoria Harbor. High-rise buildings on both sides of the strait will also participate in the show, making the night sky particularly dazzling. It is a classic event on both sides of Victoria Harbor to celebrate the New Year.
Attractions distribution:
Victoria Harbor is located in the port and waters between Hong Kong Island and Kowloon Peninsula. There are many attractions along the way. The most unmissable is the large-scale light show "A Symphony of Lights" staged at 8 o'clock every night. Hong Kong Island on the south bank of the port has modern high-rise buildings, the most eye-catching ones being the Bank of China Tower, the Hong Kong International Financial Center, and the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center. Kowloon on the North Shore has famous attractions such as the Avenue of Stars, Tsim Sha Tsui Star Pier, the Hong Kong Space Museum and the Hong Kong Museum of Art. If you want to better appreciate the Victoria Harbor, you can take the Star Ferry to roam the Victoria Harbor, or join different Victoria Harbor sea tour groups, board a sightseeing boat or a Chinese-style sailing boat, and be in the center of the harbor to experience the vitality and vitality of Hong Kong from a new perspective. Dynamic and truly feel the beauty of Victoria Harbour.Scenic spot features:
City night view, dragon boat race, fireworks show, city sightseeing, harborTravel Notes of Travellers:
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travelling guideline:
The night view of Victoria Harbor is one of the three largest night views in the world. There is a light show every night after 8 pm, which lasts about 13 minutes.
You can take the Star Ferry at Tsim Sha Tsui Star Ferry Pier, Central Star Ferry Pier and Wan Chai Star Ferry Pier to roam Victoria Harbor. It is one of the "50 must-see items in life".
Various traditional activities are held in Hong Kong every year, such as dragon boat races, fireworks displays, etc.
Tour route:
One-day tour of Victoria Harbor: Cultural Center (Avenue of Stars) → Tsim Sha Tsui Star Ferry Terminal → Wan Chai Pier → International Convention and Exhibition Center (Bauhinia Square) → Peak Tram Station → Victoria Peak Observation Deck
Best time to visit:
All seasons
Shopping recommendations:
There are famous shopping malls such as Harbor City and Sogo SOGO in the surrounding area, as well as drugstores, small shops, etc.
Scenic spot location:
China>Hong Kong SAR>Kowloon>Yau Tsim Mong District
How to get there:
Tsim Sha Tsui Waterfront, Kowloon: Take the MTR to Tsim Sha Tsui Station Exit E, or take the Star Ferry Pier and walk to the Tsim Sha Tsui Waterfront.
Wan Chai Golden Bauhinia Square: Take the MTR to Wan Chai Station and follow the signs and walk there, or take the ferry to Wan Chai Pier.
Scenic area map:
3D real scene of scenic spot
Victoria Harbor ticket prices:
free
Scenic area opening hours:
Open all day