Itinerary: 1 day temple and food in Hong Kong

by Rosy
May 04, 06:38
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I am a fan of Hong Kong food and historical temples. If you are people of this kind, check out my itinerary.

Duration 1.0 day
Estimated cost 0.90 USD
Total travel distance 5.0 km
Number of places 5 places
Intensity Moderate
Personal interests Temple Cultural Food History People watching (street)
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DAY 1 - ITINERARY 5 places

09:30

Chi Lin Nunnery Detail Map

Chi Lin Nunnery, 5 Chi Lin Dr Hong Kong

Chi Lin Nunnery is located in the heart of Diamond Hill. The temple complex includes a nunnery, temple halls, Chinese gardens and a vegetarian restaurant.

A couple of nice shops to browse in and lots of phot ops.
Many beautiful altars with different buddhas and lovely lotus pools.
This place is just so utterly peaceful
There is also a good cafe serving good value snacks.
Very peaceful and serene, and great escape from the city.
A beautiful place to walk around, or sit and relax for a short time.
The huge shopping mall across from the park is worth a visit too.
MTR Diamond Hill Station, Exit C2. Follow the signs pointing to Nan Lian Garden.

Take a bus/train

0.50 USD

5 mins

2.05 km

11:15

Wong Tai Sin Temple Detail Map

2 Chuk Yuen Village, Wong Tai Sin, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China

Wong Tai Sin Temple is a well known shrine and major tourist attraction in Hong Kong. It is dedicated to Wong Tai Sin, or the Great Immortal Wong.

It is conveniently located right outside the MTR station.
The temple is really nice and has a beautiful garden in it as well.
There are many people praying and offering fruits, roast pork.
There is also a fortune teller stall area and places you can buy items for worship.
It's very big and there are lots of different areas to look around.
Spectacular architecture, view and a real sense of culture
Take the MTR to Wong Tai Sin Station. Leave the station via Exit B3 and follow the signs pointing to the Sik Sik Yuen Wong Tai Sin Temple.

Take a bus/train

0.40 USD

5 mins

1.59 km

13:30

Hau Wong Temple Detail Map

Junction Road

Hau Wong Temple is located at Junction Road, Hong Kong, China

It is definitely worth visiting if you are already going to the Kowloon Walled City Park
There is some nice ceramic frieze work and it is well cared for.
The temple is quite small and can be comfortably visited in 10-15 minutes if you don't have much time, which makes it convenient to see before or after your visit to the nearby Kowloon Walled City Park.
Take the MTR to Lok Fu Station. Leave the station via Exit B and follow the signs pointing to the Hau Wong Temple.

Walk

0.00 USD

5 mins

0.45 km

15:00

Kowloon Walled City Park Detail Map

Tung Tau Tsuen, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China

The Kowloon Walled City Park occupies one of the most historic sites in the territory. Kowloon Walled City Park offers a tranquil escape in an area steeped in history.

There are also a small information centre and shopping place
Children and adults alike are able either to take their own cycles or they can be hired.
Some of the best Thai restaurants are still in Kowloon City
A good place to go is the Hong Kong Museum of History that is a few kilometers away.
If you're taking the bus, alight opposite the park at Tung Tau Tsuen Rd.
The exhibition room is open every day except Wednesday from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Cross the road and walk along Tung Tau Tsuen Road until you reach the north gate of Kowloon Walled City Park.

Walk

0.00 USD

5 mins

0.57 km

17:00

Kowloon City Food District Detail Map

Nam Kok Road, Hong Kong, China

Kowloon City Food District built a reputation as a foodie haven. There are good dining options here

Kowloon City has many restaurants spread over a number of blocks
Nga Tsin Wai Road is the main through road, whilst many restaurants are tucked on the side streets.
Kowloon City is famous for Thai food and hotpot, but has lots of other cuisines as well.
Some are open during the day, but you won't see many people compared to dinner time.
Wong Chun Chun Thai Restaurant, Chong Fat Chiu Chow Restaurant, Tei Mau Koon Dessert, Chiu Chow Hop Shing Dessert.
Walk through Kowloon Walled City Park and Carpenter Road Park. Cross Carpenter Road to reach Nam Kok Road, which is also part of what is known as ‘Kowloon City food district’.