Experience the Old Hong Kong
Experience the Old Hong Kong
As time passes, lots of old local stores were closed. Those which still exist preserve the unique style and sensation of old Hong Kong. You will be surprised to see that some have remained unchanged for the past 40 years.
| Time | Location | Details of the place | How to get there |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 | Temporary cooked food market in Tsim Sha Tsui's Haiphong Road the place only HK people know | You will find all the old style Dai Pai Dong (cooked food stalls)in Tsim Sha Tsui. Among them, Tak Fat's beef balls and Yun Lee's Congee are the most famous dishes. Losts of Hong Kong People go there for breakfast. You may want t0 join them | Take MTR for to Tsim Sha Tsui |
| 10:15 | Experience the food culture of hte locals at Yau Ma Tei Open Market | Located near the Jorder MTR Exit or Reclamation Street, this open arket only opens in the morning, it sells all kind of local food and graments. | Walk 3 minutes to Jorden MTR EXit |
| 11:20 | A good place for souvenirs - Yau Ma Tei Jade Market | There are over 200 stalls selling Chinese precious stones. Remember to bargain for better price | Walk 3 minutes to Jorden MTR EXit |
| 12:30 | Lunch at a famous local eatery - Mido Cafe | If you are looking for a restaurant with an old Hong Kong interior design, you should go to Mido. Established 40 years ago, it is famous for its western food. "Baked Ribs with Rice" is their best dish. | Walk 7-8 minutes form Yau Ma Tei MTR C Exito Reclamation street, Yau Ma Tei. Telelphone no: 23486402 |
| 14:00 | Old Hong Kong Stores in Shanghai Street | 50 years ago, it was a popular place for buying incense , worship accessories and kitchen utensils. Nowadays only a few sotres are left, but they retain their traditional style. | Walk 5 minutes to 63 Temple street |
| 16:15 | Shop areound Fa Yuen Street and "Gold Fish Street" in Mong Kok | Fa Yuen Street in Mong Kok is famous for its local style clothing & accessories. In " GOld Fish Street" (Tung Choi Street), you will find different kinds of tropical fish and gold fish. | Take MTR for 5 minutes to Mong Kok |
| 18:20 | Taste the tradition Hakka cuisine in Chuen Cheung Kui Restaruant | A traditional Hong Kong restaurant where you ca taste the most authentic Hakka dishes at about HK$60 each. The most popular dishes are Prserved Vegetable Stewed with Pork and Bai Wong Chicken. | Walk 5 minutes |
| 20:00 | One of the most popular shopping places for women - Ladies Market | It is called "Ladies Market" because it mainly sells women's clothing & accessories at very low prices. THought hte shops are smal (about 300 sqm only), you will never forget this enjoyable shopping experience. | Walk 3 minutes |
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