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Hong Kong Exploration: Big Buddha, Dim Sum, and Movie Sites

LAST DAY IN HONG KONG - Exploring the BEST THINGS TO SEE AND DO

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LAST DAY IN HONG KONG - Exploring the BEST. This China travel video was filmed by travelshorts. Watch the full journey and explore the filming details and destinations on this page.

On our last day in Hong Kong we tried to see as much as possible including the Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car, Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha), Tsim Sha Tsui, Avenue of Stars, Hong Kong Harbour, Tim Ho Wan, Bruce Lee Statue and Police Story Filming Locations. We started the day by taking the MTR from Hong Kong Disneyland to Tung Chung where we got on the Ngong Ping 360 cable car in a crystal cabin so we had a great view of the surrounding area. The Ngong Ping 360 cable car took us to Ngong Ping Village where we walked to the Big Buddha (Tian Tan Buddha) and then up its 268 steps to the top. After exploring the Tian Tan Buddha we went back down and visited the Po Lin Monastery before taking the Ngong Ping 360 cable car back down the mountain. We then headed into Hong Kong, had dinner at Tim Ho Wan, the cheapest Michelin Star Restaurant in the world, had a selection of BBQ pork buns, noodles, Dims, Har Got, Shumai, spring roles, rice, etc. Then went to admire the view of Victoria Harbour from Tsim Sha Tsui. We walked along the avenue of stars and saw hand prints of Hong Kong actors like Jackie Chan, Jet Li, Chow Yung Fat, Sammy Hung and Maggie Cheung. As well as the Bruce Lee statue. Finally we visited the filming location of the Jackie Chan film Police Story at the Wing on Plaza shopping Mall.

--- travelshorts
November 16, 2024, Autumn in China

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Travelshorts spend their final day in Hong Kong visiting landmarks and trying local food. From Hong Kong Disneyland, they take the MTR to Tung Chung and visit Citygate Outlets before riding the Ngong Ping 360 cable car in a crystal cabin. They climb 268 steps to Tian Tan Buddha and explore Po Lin Monastery, then travel back by cable car and continue on the MTR and bus. In the afternoon they eat at Tim Ho Wan, walk around Tsim Sha Tsui and Victoria Harbour, and visit the Avenue of Stars and Bruce Lee statue. They discover Wing On Plaza, where Jackie Chan's Police Story was filmed. They describe pre-booking tickets through Klook, noting the VIP lane may not be available, and mention a discount code.

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LAST DAY IN HONG KONG - Exploring the BEST THINGS TO SEE AND DO

Ngong Ping 360 and the Big Buddha

Travelshorts begin their final Hong Kong day by traveling from Hong Kong Disneyland to Tung Chung on the MTR. They visit Citygate Outlets and then ride the Ngong Ping 360 cable car in a crystal cabin, which offers views during the journey. At the top, they climb 268 steps to Tian Tan Buddha, also called the Big Buddha, and learn about its history and construction. They continue to Po Lin Monastery and explore the surrounding site.

The travelers discuss booking Ngong Ping 360 tickets through Klook in advance. They note that a VIP lane for skipping queues may not always be available, but a discount code can still be used. The cable car ride takes about 25 minutes, though crowds can affect the duration. After visiting the Buddha and monastery, they take the cable car back and use the Hong Kong MTR and a bus to continue their day.

Tim Ho Wan, Tsim Sha Tsui and the filming location

Travelshorts eat at Tim Ho Wan, an affordable Michelin-starred restaurant, and enjoy the food. They then walk through Tsim Sha Tsui and along Victoria Harbour, taking in the skyline and waterfront. At the Avenue of Stars, they see the handprints of Hong Kong actors and visit the Bruce Lee statue.

A surprising stop is Wing On Plaza, a shopping mall and filming location for Jackie Chan's Police Story. The travelers emphasize the scale and daring of the stunt location and compare it with its appearance in the movie. They recommend stopping for ice cream after visiting the Star Ferry Pier, especially on a warm day. Their last-day itinerary combines the cable car, Big Buddha, monastery, food, harbor walk, film location and transport across the city before they thank viewers and end the trip.

FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)

Q: What's the best way to get tickets for Ngong Ping 360?
A: Travelshorts usually pre-book through Klook. The VIP lane may not always be available, but a discount code can still be used.
Q: How long does the Ngong Ping 360 cable car ride take?
A: The ride takes about 25 minutes, though it can take longer when there are crowds.
Q: How much did the food cost at Tim Ho Wan?
A: The meal cost about £32 for two adults, which the travelers consider good value for a Michelin-starred restaurant.
Q: What was the most memorable part of the day?
A: They especially enjoyed finding the Police Story filming location at Wing On Plaza and seeing how much higher it looked than in the movie.

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Hong Kong Exploration: Big Buddha, Dim Sum, and Movie Sites

On our last day in Hong Kong we tried to see as much as possible including the Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car, Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha), Tsim Sha Tsui, Avenue of Stars, Hong Kong Harbour, Tim Ho Wan, Bruce Lee Statue and Police Story Filming Locations. We started the day by taking the MTR from Hong...

Hong Kong Exploration: Cable Car, Big Buddha, & Police Story

In their final Hong Kong adventure, travelshorts embarked on a whirlwind tour, beginning with a scenic cable car ride in a crystal cabin offering breathtaking views. They ascended to the majestic Tian Tan Buddha, climbed its 268 steps, and explored the serene Po Lin Monastery. A culinary adventure followed at Tim Ho Wan, the world's cheapest Michelin-starred restaurant, where they savored delectable dim sum. The day concluded with a stroll along the Avenue of Stars, admiring the handprints of iconic Hong Kong actors and the Bruce Lee statue, and a visit to the Police Story filming location. This action-packed itinerary showcases Hong Kong's diverse offerings, from spiritual serenity to vibrant city life.

Attractions in this video: Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car, Tian Tan Buddha, Po Lin Monastery, Avenue Of Stars, Bruce Lee Statue, Victoria Harbour