Kowloon Market Safari Walking Tour
- 🐟 Explain Feng Shui - Discover the traditional theory of boosting fortune and prosperity. Learn how a tiny goldfish can bring you luck and harmony!
- 🥮 What’s in the “Wife Cakes” and “Pineapple Buns”? Learn the stories behind these iconic Hong Kong pastries and the fascinating baking techniques that create these beloved treats
- 🏢 Explore the “Vertical City” - Visit a municipal building with a wet market on the ground floor and restaurants above. See how Hongkongers utilize their space efficiently and live their daily lives there
- 🎲 Why is Gambling Deeply Rooted in Hong Kong? Discover the classic Mahjong culture, learn how to play this iconic tile game, and explore the influence of the Hong Kong Jockey Club on local traditions
- 🦞 Walk Through Wet Markets - Visit livestock markets and see how locals assess the quality of live chickens by blowing on their butts. Explore fresh seafood stalls featuring abalone, razor clams, and many other seafoods from around the world!
- 🌿 Explore Chinese Heritage in Daily Life - Learn how locals use Chinese medicine to maintain health and balance. Visit paper offering stores that showcase traditional Chinese rituals
- 🛍️ End at the Bustling Ladies’ Market - understand the different levels of replica watches and other goods. Learn bargaining techniques and enjoy the lively atmosphere of this iconic market
Options
A Day in the life of a Hong Konger: Kowloon Free Walking Tour
Inclusions
English-speaking guide
Additional Info
Free for children aged 3-11
What's included in Kowloon Market Safari Walking Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)- Departure: Meet the operator at . Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. You can choose to depart at the following times: 15:00. Make sure you take part at the time you selected at booking
- [Attraction/experience] 2 hour(s), Guided tour, Kowloon Market Safari, Activity locations:
- Goldfish market
- Fa Yueng Street Market
- Fa Yuen Street Municipality Building
- Canton Road Market
- Ladies Market
- [Return] at Ladies' Market, You can choose to return at the following times: 17:00. Options available can vary based on the departure time you selected at booking and the duration of the itinerary.
Our Favourites
I. Learn How to Live a Life as Hongkongers Walking together into our authentic culture and discover how locals live their daily lives on this walking tour. Visit vibrant local wet markets in Hong Kong, where fresh meat, seafood, and traditional snacks are sold. Step into traditional bakeries to learn about the unique flavors and baking techniques of Chinese pastries. Along the way, uncover the fascinating stories behind mahjong culture, paper offerings, and the role of goldfish in feng shui, gaining a deeper understanding of Hong Kong’s traditions and lifestyle.
II. Explore Local Spots Never Mentioned on Guidebooks Step off the beaten path to uncover local spots in Hong Kong that rarely make it into guidebooks, let’s dive into the hidden side of busy tourist spots. Including secret upstairs stores at goldfish markets, and the wet markets in the municipal buildings. These off-the-radar locations highlight the true spirit of Hong Kong, showcasing a side of the city that most visitors never experience.
III. Go Beyond “Just A Tourist” This tour is beyond the standard tourist activities, offering the real experience into Hong Kong’s culture. Learn how to enjoy the legendary Century Egg like a local, discover how to judge the quality of a live chicken by blowing air on its butt, and explore the fascinating theories and ingredients behind Chinese medicine. Perfect for travelers seeking off-the-beaten-path experiences, let’s step into the city’s vibrant traditions and uncover stories.
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Venues
- Goldfish Market
