Jumbo Kingdom

Feel like dinner amidst the sumptuous surroundings of a Chinese palace? Welcome to the Jumbo Kingdom, one of Hong Kong's truly unique attractions. Since its opening in 1976 as the Jumbo Floating Restaurant, it has excelled in the preparation of seafood for discerning diners.

The restaurant, designed like a classic Chinese palace, can accommodate up to 2,300 people. Situated in Aberdeen harbour, the Jumbo is one of the world's largest floating restaurants and a tourist icon.

The Jumbo underwent renovation in early 2003 and transformed itself into what is now called Jumbo Kingdom - a modern complex of fine dining, shopping, sightseeing and cultural attractions.

The multifaceted Jumbo Kingdom has a "six-star" gourmet restaurant, which provides excellent quality food featuring traditional Chinese and modern fusion dishes, an open-deck cafe and restaurant, a wine garden and a tea garden. How To Get There: Jumbo Kingdom
Bus 70 from Exchange Square bus terminus (MTR Hong Kong Station Exit D) to Aberdeen terminus. Cross highway via subway (pedestrian tunnel), turn right, walk to dock for free boat ride to floating restaurant or take bus 75 from Exchange Square bus terminus to Shum Wan Shuttle Ferry Pier for the free boat ride.

Ocean Park Hong Kong

Ocean Park Hong Kong is one of Hong Kong's favourite attractions, featuring rides, exhibits and conservation facilities. Ocean Park is located on the southern side of Hong Kong Island, covering more than 870,000 square metres of land.

There are three attraction areas, which are the Lowland, the Headland and Tai Shue Wan. The three areas are connected by a cable car, outdoor escalator which is the second longest in the world and Ocean Express.

At the 'Amazing Asian Animals' exhibit you can visit some of Asia's rarest animals! Take the interactive journey of discovery at the 'Giant Panda Adventure' where you will get to know some of the Asia's most precious native animals like giant pandas, red pandas, Chinese giant salamanders and Chinese alligators. Admire the spectacular display of goldfish at the 'Goldfish Treasures' exhibit. Visit the colourful birds and playful Asian small-clawed otters at the 'Panda Village'.

There's also the 'Panda Kingdom Shop' for the perfect panda-inspired souvenirs and the 'Panda Café' for relaxation and refreshments. The whole family can also experience the joy and thrill of SkyFair, a huge helium-filled balloon measuring 22 metres in diameter which soars more than 100 metres into the sky.
Other popular attractions have included the Ocean Theatre, Abyss Turbo Drop, the Mine Train and new and fun-filled entertainment facilities are introduced from time to time and the Master Development Plan is now underway.The park is also home to a fascinating Sea Jelly Spectacular, featuring more than 1,000 sea jellies of all sizes from all over the world. The Sea Jelly Spectacular offers a sensational undersea voyage for you to experience this most amazing undersea creature.
Ocean Park Hong Kong is committed to promote and support animal conservation in Hong Kong and throughout the Asia region. It has, in cooperation with other conservation organisations, launched various conservation programmes for a number of endangered species, including whales and dolphins. In addition, it has successfully bred rare species of birds, sharks and butterflies.

Visitors can purchase general admission tickets for the theme park from:

- Ocean Park Main and Tai Shue Wan Entrances

- Citybus No. 629 Terminal near MTR Admiralty Station Exit B

- MTR Customer Services Centre in MTR Admiralty Station

- 7-Eleven convenience stores throughout Hong Kong

Ocean Express

Enjoy a fantastic voyage on the Ocean Express, the latest quick, smooth, thrilling and fun way to travel from the Ocean Park Waterfront to the excitement at the Summit. Built to transport up to 5,000 people per hour in each direction, the Ocean Express funicular train can shuttle guests via a 1.3 kilometre tunnel between the Park’s two main sites in just 3 minutes. The train is designed to resemble a submersible vehicle, and offers a vivid experience that simulates a journey through the ocean’s depths. Be ready for some surprises with creatures of the deep. How To Get There: Ocean Park Hong KongBus
629 from MTR Admiralty Station Exit B.

Repulse Bay

Primarily an upmarket residential area, sun-drenched Repulse Bay has a relaxed resort-like atmosphere. The wide, wave-lapped beach is popular with locals and visitors alike and great for sandy strolls in the early morning when the sun is up and the sunbathers are out in force, or at sunset when all is at peace. This crescent-shaped stretch of sand is one of the most beautiful beaches in Hong Kong. The beach features a lifeguard clubhouse built in traditional Chinese style. Its ceiling is decorated with magnificent swirling dragons. Towering twin statues of Kwun Yum and Tin Hau, both protectors of fishermen dominate the picturesque gardens that lead down to the beach.

The nearby colonial style, The Repulse Bay, houses designer shops and award-winning restaurants and resembles the luxury hotel built in 1920 that originally occupied the site. Most of the grounds were redeveloped into luxury apartments more than 20 years ago. Only the original arcade remains. How To Get There: Repulse Bay
Bus 6, 6A, 6X, 66 or 260 from Exchange Square Bus Terminus (MTR Hong Kong Station Exit D) and alight at Repulse Bay.

Stanley Market & Murray House

A popular market town on the sunny south side of Hong Kong Island, Stanley's relaxed ambience, crisp sea environs and bargain buys have made it world famous. Seven days a week the open market around Stanley New Street and Stanley Market Road throbs with the passing parade of life as bargain-hunters from all over the world join in the fun of haggling with shopkeepers and stallholders. Choose from brand-name clothing and accessories, or simply irresistible souvenirs, ornaments and other Oriental knick-knacks. The market is open from 10:30am to 6:30pm.

Stanley also has beautiful beaches that are popular with windsurfers. And when you're feeling peckish, you'll find a wide variety of funky bars and great restaurants to enjoy.

Among the more interesting restaurant sites on the waterfront is Murray House, a 160-year-old restored three-storey colonial building that was dismantled in 1982 from its original site in Central and then rebuilt in Stanley. It was restored in 1998 and now houses the Hong Kong Maritime Museum as well as restaurants.
Situated beside Murray House is Blake Pier at Stanley. Originally located in Central, Blake Pier was first dismantled in 1965 and later relocated to Morse Park to form the roof of the Morse Park pavilion. Now it has returned to its role as a public pier in Stanley, complementing the colonial architectural style of Murray House. How To Get There: Stanley Market & Murray House

1. MTR Hong Kong Station Exit D and take bus 6, 6A, 6X, 66 or 260 at Exchange Square Bus Terminus.

2. MTR Causeway Bay Station Exit B, walk to Tang Lung Street then take green minibus 40.

3. Bus 973 from Canton Road in Tsim Sha Tsui outside Silvercord Centre.

Aberdeen Harbour

Aberdeen harbour is home to hundreds of people living on fishing junks. Their traditional lifestyle is dramatically juxtaposed against a modern high-rise community spread over the nearby hillsides. In the evenings, the thousands of twinkling lights reflected on the water are a magical sight. To get a close-up look at the Aberdeen way of life, many visitors take in the view from the magnificent floating restaurant anchored here. Three storeys high and elaborately decorated with swirling red and gold dragons and other traditional Chinese motifs, the experience is not to be missed. Neither, of course, is the delicious fresh seafood and the excellent Cantonese fare on offer.
Aberdeen is also the site of Ocean Park, one of Southeast Asia's largest oceanariums and theme parks. How To Get There: Aberdeen Harbour
Fishing Village & Typhoon Shelter1. Bus 70 from Exchange Square bus terminus(MTR Hong Kong Station D), and get off near Aberdeen Promenade.

Western Market Hong Kong

Western Market, renovated in 1991 and converted into a shopping complex, is an Edwardian-style building featuring shops selling arts and crafts and fabric. Completed in 1906, the impressive building has a red brick exterior with a handsome granite arch over its entrance. The market now houses shops formerly located in old alleys in the heart of Central, which sold all manner of cloth.

The building is also home to traditional handicraft stalls and a number of cafes. The top floor is home to the Grand Stage where dance lovers can rendezvous and enjoy a romantic dinner.

How To Get There: Western Market

1. MTR Sheung Wan Station Exit B or C

Hollywood Road, Cat Street, Man Mo Temple

Hollywood Road and Upper Lascar Row or "Cat Street", are must-see stops on every visitor's itinerary. Crammed with antique shops and an open-air curio market, these quaint locales are ideal places for picking up eclectic souvenirs and gifts.

Everything from Ming dynasty furniture and lotus lamps to Mao badges and ancient snuff bottles is on sale here. Bargain hunters will also enjoy the stalls on Ladder Street, just a few metres downhill and bargaining over price is all part of the game.
Nearby Man Mo Temple is a picturesque tribute to the God of Literature (Man) and the God of War (Mo). The temple is located about halfway along the road and a stop in its quiet, incense-shrouded interior makes a pleasant break.

You can see giant incense coils hanging overhead. At the western end of the road is Hollywood Road Park, where a photo display shows the original old settlement close to this area. How To Get There: Hollywood Road, Cat Street, Man Mo Temple
1. Bus 26 outside Pacific Place at Admiralty to Hollywood Road and get off near Man Mo Temple.

2. MTR Central Station Exit D2 and turn right to Theatre Lane. Walk along Queen's Road Central towards The Center. Then take the Central - Mid-Levels Escalator to Hollywood Road.

Madame Tussauds Hong Kong

Madame Tussauds Hong Kong is offering visitors an unprecedented hands-on multimedia experience at its celebrity waxworks museum. The world-famous attraction now features more than 100 incredible wax likenesses of stars, world leaders and sports heroes displayed in five totally interactive themed settings that are spread over three floors within the completely refurbished Peak Tower complex. It's an amazing experience like no other!

Visitors to the new-look Madame Tussauds Hong Kong can not only meet their favourite idols but also join them in doing whatever has made them famous – all to the accompaniment of appropriate background sounds. You can putt with Tiger Woods, shoot hoops with Yao Ming, dance on stage with Aaron Kwok and even step into a Rembrandt painting!
Guests can stroll through the attraction stopping to mingle with the stars and celebrities in the themed areas of Hong Kong Glamour, Music Icons, Historical and National Heroes, The Champions and World Premiere. You are allowed to pose with any of the wax models and even have your picture taken professionally.
Those more inclined to the international stage can stand alongside President Hu Jintao as he steps from his plane to the rapturous applause of the welcoming committee, or obtain an official seal of approval from George W Bush as you address the nation from the presidential podium.
If you ever wondered how these models are made, you can watch the fascinating wax figure-making process being demonstrated. There's also a souvenir shop featuring a full range of exciting souvenirs and gifts.
How To Get There, Madame Tussauds Hong Kong

1. Bus 15C from the lay-by outside Central Pier 6 to the Lower Peak Tram Terminus on Garden Road and take Peak Tram to the Peak.

2. Bus 15 from Exchange Square bus terminus (MTR Hong Kong Station Exit D) to the Peak.

3. Green minibus 1 from MTR Hong Kong Station Public Transport Interchange.

The Peak Hong Kong

The Peak is one of the most popular attractions in Hong Kong. It is absolutely incredible! Looking down from The Peak you'll be amazed by the spectacular view of the surrounding city skyline, the world-famous Victoria Harbour and Kowloon, towering skyscrapers and peaceful green hillsides.

The Peak Tram

Getting there is an unforgettable trip. There's nothing in the world like the Peak Tram. Pulled by steel cables, the tram climbs 373 metres (about 1,200 feet). It's so steep that the buildings you pass look like they're leaning at a 45°angle! Whether you're going up or coming down, you'll love this trip.

The Peak Tower

And now this fabulous vista has been further enhanced by the 2006 revitalisation of one of Hong Kong's most striking landmarks, The Peak Tower. Even more than before, it's a destination in its own right ThePeak Tower Sky Terrace

The Peak Galleria

Once on The Peak, there are a number of locations providing magnificent views of the city below. For great continuous unfolding vistas, take the Peak Circle Walk or go directly to the Lugard Road Lookout for fabulous views over the harbour. There are more great vistas from the Lions View Point Pavilion and the viewing terrace at the Peak Galleria, as well as the Peak Tower Sky Terrace.
Be sure to visit Madame Tussauds Hong Kong , open from 10am to 10pm daily, for an engrossing interactive entertainment experience!

How To Get There:The Peak Hong Kong

1. Take the Peak Tram from the Lower Peak Tram Terminus on Garden Road (Bus 15C from the lay-by outside Central Pier 6 or walk from MTR Central Station Exit J2).

2. Bus 15 from Exchange Square Bus Terminus (MTR Hong Kong Station Exit D)

3. Green minibus 1 from MTR Hong Kong Station Public Transport Interchange.

Hong Kong Disabled Travelers & Others

Disabled Travelers

Barrier-free travel is now widely available in Hong Kong, helping to ensure wheelchair-bound visitors have an enjoyable and hassle-free stay. There are a variety of services available, so it is wise to plan ahead and to give advance notice so that the best possible service can be provided.

The websites below can assist disabled travelers in planning their Hong Kong trip:
Social Welfare Department:
Provides information on public transport, Rehabus Service and an accessibility guide for the disabled.

http://cyberable.swd.gov.hk/eng/facility/traffic_index.html
Transport Department:
Provides a downloadable handy guide to public transport for people with disabilities.

Also the following information is available:

-Parking information

-Pedestrian Crossing Facility for Visually Impaired Person

http://www.td.gov.hk/

Business Hours
Normal office hours in Hong Kong are 9am - 5pm on weekdays, and 9am - 1pm on Saturdays. Major Banks are open 9am - 4:30pm on weekdays, and 9am - 12:30pm on Saturdays. Closed Sundays and public holidays. In 2006, the HKSAR Government started to adopt a five-day workweek for Hong Kong civil servants. Operating standards are being maintained through extended hours for certain weekday counter services and use of alternative means of government dealings. Emergency and essential services are not affected.

The vast majority of shops are open every day throughout the year, some only closing during the Chinese New Year holiday. Generally, opening hours are 10am-7pm. However, many stores in busy retail areas like Causeway Bay and Tsim Sha Tsui stay open until 9:30pm or even later, particularly on weekends. Shops in Central close as early as 7pm. Most restaurants stay open until 11pm or later, while some bars and clubs in areas such as Lan Kwai Fong, Wan Chai and Tsim Sha Tsui keep going through the night.

Religions
Hong Kong is a multicultural and secular city with a multiracial population living in harmony. Tolerance for the customs and traditions of all religions and ethnic groups is part of the city's cosmopolitan philosophy. People are free to openly worship according to their own beliefs.

Facts & Figures
Geography
Hong Kong is situated on the southeastern coast of China and covers an area of 1,104 square kilometers (425 square miles). It comprises Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New Territories, which includes 262 outlying islands. The climate is sub-tropical.
Population
More than 7 million.
Electricity
220V / 50Hz UK plug
Time Zone
GMT +8
International Calling Code
Dial +852 to call a Hong Kong number from overseas. There are no regional codes.

Useful Numbers
Emergency Services (Police, Fire, Ambulance) 999
Police Hotline 2527 7177
Hong Kong Tourism Board Visitor Hotline (multilingual) 2508 1234
Hong Kong International Airport 2181 8888
Hong Kong Immigration Department 2824 6111
Department of Health 2961 8989
Consumer Council 2929 2222
RTHK's service hotline (New line) for the latest news 2272 0000
Travel Industry Council of Hong Kong 2807 0707
Customs and Excise Department Enquiry Hotline 2815 7711
Hong Kong Post 2921 2222
Weather (Hong Kong Observatory) 1878 200
Hong Kong Hotels Association Hotel Reservation Hotline 2383 8380 / 2769 8822
Directory Enquiries 1081
International Services 10010
International Enquiries Service
(Country Codes & World Time Inquiries) 10013

Hong Kong Communications

Telephone
Telecommunications in Hong Kong are efficient and sophisticated. Local private landline calls are free and cost only HK$1 for five minutes from public telephones. Hotels usually make a charge. International Direct Dial (IDD) service to most countries and regions of the world is available at most of the hotels in Hong Kong.
Mobile / Cell phone
Using your mobile phone in Hong Kong is convenient as most of the wireless systems used around the world – like GSM 900, PCS 1800, CDMA and WCDMA – operate in Hong Kong. Mobile operators in Hong Kong also have roaming agreements with most overseas operators, enabling visitors to use their own mobile phone when they come to Hong Kong. Before leaving home check with your network provider to make sure they have a roaming service to the various destinations you will be visiting, and be sure to check pricing. You can also rent local SIM cards or mobile phones when you arrive in Hong Kong, at the airport or in town.
Internet Connection
Free Wi-Fi service Gov.WiFi is available in HK International Airport and government premises including some public libraries. Free terminalsYou can access the Internet for free at many coffee shops in Tsim Sha Tsui, Central, Causeway Bay and Wan Chai. The service is also available in some MTR stations and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council's Business Info Centre. Broadband Internet accessMost hotels have broadband Internet access.
Postal Service
Postage service in Hong Kong is efficient and reliable. Post offices are conveniently located around the city.
Aberdeen Post Office
G/F, Kam Fung Building, 171 Aberdeen Main Road, Aberdeen 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sat
Ap Lei Chau Post Office
G/F, Shop 13-16, Lei Ning House, Ap Lei Chau Estate 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sat
Chai Wan Post Office
G/F, Administration Building, Yue Wan Estate, Chai Wan Road 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Cloud View Road Post Office
Shop 6 & 7, G/F, Dairy Farm Shopping Centre, 33 Cloud View Road 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Cyberport Post Office
Shops 5-8, Level 1, Service Annex, Cyberport, 100 Cyberport Road, Hong Kong 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sat
General Post Office
2 Connaught Place, Central 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.Mon to Sat, (Philatelic Services : 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Mon to Sat), 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sun & Public Holidays
Gloucester Road Post Office
1/F, Revenue Tower, 5 Gloucester Road, Wan Chai 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sat
Happy Valley Post Office
G/F, 14-16 Sing Woo Road, Happy Valley 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Heng Fa Chuen Post Office

G/F, West Car Park Block, Heng Fa Chuen 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Hennessy Road Post Office
G/F, Asian House, 1 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Hing Fat Street Post Office
G/F, Causeway Bay Kaifong Welfare Association Building, 30 Hing Fat Street 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sat
Hing Man Street Post Office
G/F, Shop 1, Wing Hing Court, 50-52 Hing Man Street, Sai Wan Ho 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri,9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m
Kennedy Town Post Office
G/F, Kennedy Town Community Complex, 12 Rock Hill Street, Kennedy Town 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
King's Road Post Office
Shops 204-205A and 208-210, 2/F., Olympia Plaza, 255 King's Road, North Point 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sat
Lei Tung Post Office
Shop No. 103, G/F, Commercial Centre, Phase I, Lei Tung Estate, Ap Lei Chau 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sat
Morrison Hill Post Office
G/F, 28 Oi Kwan Road, Wan Chai 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri,9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sat
Peak Post Office
Shop P116, P1, the Peak Tower, 128 Peak Road, the Peak 10:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Mon to Fri
, 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Sat
Perkins Road Post Office
G/F, 5 Perkins Road, Jardine's Lookout 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri,9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sat
Pok Fu Lam Post Office
G/F, Block H-19, Fu Wing Yuen, Chi Fu Fa Yuen, Pok Fu Lam 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri
, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sat
Queen's Road Post Office
Shop Nos. 2A and 2B, Entrance Hall Floor, The Center, 99 Queen's Road Central, Central 9.30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Mon to Fri,9.30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sat
Repulse Bay Post Office
Unit C, G/F, 2H South Bay Road 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri
9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sat
Sai Ying Pun Post Office 27 Pok Fu Lam Road 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sat
Shau Kei Wan Post Office
G/F, Perfect Mount Gardens, 1 Po Man Street, Shau Kei Wan 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri
, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sat
Sheung Wan Post Office
1/F, Hong Kong Telecom CSL Tower, 322-324 Des Voeux Road Central 9.30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Mon to Fri, 9.30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sat
Siu Sai Wan Post Office
Unit 1-2, G/F, Sui Yick House, Siu Sai Wan Estate, Chai Wan 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sat
Stanley Post Office
2 Wong Ma Kok Road 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri,9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sat
Tai Koo Shing Post Office
Shop G1020-1022, G/F, Kam Sing Mansion, 1-3 Tai Fung Avenue, Taikoo Shing 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sat
Tsat Tsz Mui Post Office
Shops 1, 6, 7 & 11, G/F, Block C, Model Housing Estate, 770 King's Road, North Point 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Mon to Fri, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sat
Wah Fu Post Office
423-424 Wah Chun House, Wah Fu Estate 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Sat Wan Chai Post Office
2/F Wu Chung House, 197-213 Queen's Road East 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sat
Wyndham Street Post Office
G/F, Hoseinee House, 69 Wyndham Street 9:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Mon to Fri, 9:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Sat )