Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Catching a glimpse into the lives of seafarers by hopping on a
sampan
at Aberdeen.
Shopping till you drop at Hong Kong's
largest outlet mall
in Ap Lei Chau.
Explore: Aberdeen & the South
The long coastline along the south of the island means you'll need a half to a full day to ex-
plore each of the areas listed below. Beach hopping is doable.
Aberdeen's theme park, Ocean Park, is a store of fun for kids and adults alike. Expect a
full day there. More sedentary travellers can opt for a boozy brunch or a hearty seafood
lunch in Aberdeen. If you need a walk to help digest all that food afterwards, make a stop in
nearby Pok Fu Lam to see the gorgeous Béthanie Chapel as well as Pok Fu Lam Village,
one of the oldest settlements in Hong Kong. Treasure hunters can find designer bargains in
Ap Lei Chau in Aberdeen.
A posh beach suburb, Repulse Bay has Hong Kong's most famous beach and home to
some of its richest residents. The hills around the beach are strewn with luxury apartment
blocks, the iconic Repulse Bay - the one with the hole in the middle (it's for feng shui pur-
poses, supposedly) - being the most famous.
Stanley, with a lively market, friendly beaches, plus a fascinating mix of museums and
heritage sites, certainly deserves another full day of exploration.
On Hong Kong Island's far southeast, Shek O is a laid-back village that still oozes an old-
world charm and has one of the best (and quietest) beaches on the island. Shek O has
enough activities to keep you amused plus several passable dining and drinking options.
Local Life
Shopping
When shopping in the mammoth
Horizon Plaza
, wear sensible shoes like the
locals, and have a taxi call-centre number ready (2368 1318).
Seafood
It's common for foodies to buy their own seafood in a wet market and have it
cooked in a
dai pai dong
(food stall) of their choice. Ap Lei Chau Market and its associ-
ated
Cooked Food Centre
offer seafood lovers that winning formula.
