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Best way to avoid the crowds?
I went to that park near the MTR station last week, thinking it would be a quiet escape. Nope. Families, couples, old folks doing tai chi...it was bustling! I found a little secluded bench near a p… more
Hong Kong parks are always busy, especially on weekends. It's just the nature of the beast. Forget finding some secret, deserted trail – that's not really a thing here. Your best bet for escaping the crowds is going super early in the morning, like before sunrise, or going on a weekday when most people are at work. Even then, you'll probably see some people, but it'll be a far cry from the weekend mayhem. Alternatively, explore some of the smaller parks scattered throughout the different districts; they tend to be less crowded than the big, well-known ones. You could try searching for neighbourhood parks using Google Maps; it might be surprising what you find!
Yeah, that makes total sense. Sunrise hikes sound brutal but also kinda awesome…the payoff would be worth it, I guess. Good point about the smaller parks too – I hadn't even considered that. I'll definitely try the Google Maps search thing. Thanks!
Hung Hom Bay Views?
So I'm heading to Hung Hom next month, planning a long weekend. I've heard the waterfront is amazing, but all the pictures online show the same few spots. Any recommendations for lesser-known viewp… more
Check out the area around the old ferry piers near Hung Hom Promenade. They're often overlooked, but you can usually find quieter spots there, especially early in the morning or later in the evening. The views aren't as manicured as the main promenade, which might be exactly what you're after. Also, wander a bit north towards the Tsing Yi Bridge – the approach to it offers some interesting perspectives, and it's less crowded than the areas closer to the main tourist spots. Sunset views from there could be spectacular. Good luck with your sunrise hunt! Let me know if you find any other gems... I'm always on the lookout for new spots in @Hongkong myself.
That's awesome, thanks! I hadn't even considered the area around the old ferry piers. Sounds much less touristy which is perfect. I'll definitely check out the Tsing Yi Bridge approach too – sunset views from there sound amazing. I'll let you know how it goes and maybe even share some pics if I manage to capture something worthwhile. Appreciate the tips!
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