June 27th
July Event Roundup – What’s On in Hong Kong
Disaster dating, manga models and Stormtroopers are all waiting for you in July
Blog Archives
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June 19th
Why You Should Try a Cooked Food Centre
Pull up a plastic stool, and make your tummy happy at these cheap and cheerful eateries.
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June 7th
Mui Wo: Where Wild Cows and Buffalo Rule the Road
Feeling feral? Escape the city and head out to Lantau.
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June 5th
Chungking Mansions: The Cheapest Accommodation in Hong Kong
If you do decide to stay here, it’s best to approach it as simply a place to sleep, and perhaps a travel story to tell.
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June 5th
Hong Kong’s Only Erotic Museum
This tiny museum in Wan Chai is dedicated to all things erotic, and fighting to keep its doors open.
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May 22nd
How to Hike Up and Down The Peak
Forgo the tram tickets, bypass the bus, and make your way up Hong Kong's most famous mountain on foot instead.
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May 22nd
Explore Hong Kong’s Wild Geopark
Gorgeous bays, eerily beautiful rock formations, and towering arches all make this Geopark an awesome day trip.
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May 9th
Tim Ho Wan: Not All Dim Sum Are Created Equal
With six branches in Hong Kong, does the world’s cheapest Michelin-starred restaurant still live up to the hype?
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May 1st
My Time with a Temple Street Fortune Teller
Our visit to the Temple Street fortune tellers—plus what you can expect during your visit.
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April 24th
Hong Kong Dragon Boat Races 2019: 10 Places to Catch the Action
The beat of the drum, the smell of salt water in the air, the bright flags waving, the cheering crowds—there’s nothing […]
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April 21st
Best May 2019 Concerts, Shows and Movie Releases in Hong Kong
K-pop and Mandopop are kings (and queens) this month on the concert front, but fans of other genres may find the live […]
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April 11th
How to Celebrate Your Birthday in Hong Kong Without Breaking the Bank
There are a myriad of ways to celebrate your birthday in Hong Kong — be it chilling out on a beach, taking in the night […]
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April 9th
A Guide to Hong Kong’s Urban Oases
A curated selection of the top five Hong Kong urban oases that provide instant rest and relaxation amidst the urban sprawl.
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April 1st
Best April 2019 Concerts in Hong Kong
International artists to the underground local scene—April in Hong Kong is a great month for jamming out!
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This Eco-Friendly Supermarket Is The Hottest Attraction In Town
In addition to the latest hot green supermarket Slowood, here are a few other grocery stores that help you to be […]
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March 30th
10 Cheap And Unique Hong Kong Souvenirs
Getting fun and unique souvenirs of Hong Kong doesn’t have to break the bank. Here are our favourite 10 to impress your […]
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March 25th
10 Free Things to Do in Kowloon
And no, we don’t mean the markets—from rooftop movies to martial arts, check out these free attractions in Kowloon
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March 21st
10 Free Things to Do on Hong Kong Island
Have a ball without spending a dime in our notoriously expensive city.
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March 18th
Hong Kong’s Best and Most Unique Museums
Hong Kong is a dynamic place with a fascinating history and culture, and you’re spoiled for choice when it comes to […]
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March 12th
The Octopus Card: How to Use It, Where to Get One, and Why You Need It
From getting into the horse races to riding the Airport Express, Hong Kong’s Octopus Card can be used in so many […]
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March 9th
March is Arts Month in Hong Kong: Top Exhibitions and Festivals
It’s March and the weather is cool, but Hong Kong’s arts scene is just heating up.
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February 27th
Hong Kong Day Trip: Lamma Island
Head out on a Lamma Island day trip where small village houses are nestled between jungled slopes, winding hilly paths […]
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February 20th
The Craft Lover’s Guide to Sham Shui Po Shopping
Sham Shui Po is a haven for crafters on the hunt for textiles, buttons, beads, leather and everything in between.
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February 19th
A Guide to Surviving Bad Weather in Hong Kong
Torrential rain, unbearable heat and the odd mega-typhoon, Hong Kong’s got it all. Here’s HK Cheapo’s guide to surviving […]