Hong Kong Food Tour: Sham Shui Po District
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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Savor authentic Hong Kong delights on a food-tasting tour through the Kowloon neighborhood of Sham Shui Po! Follow an entertaining local guide on foot through this foodie enclave and discover everything from local specialty stores to old mom-and-pop eateries. Stop at six family-run food venues and sample delicious treats – from breakfast to lunch – as you learn about Cantonese flavors and Hong Kong cultural history. Numbers are limited to eight people, ensuring an intimate experience with a small group of like-minded food lovers.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
A moderate amount of walking is involved; comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended
Children ages 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Children under the age of 5 are free, provided they do not require an additional tasting.
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Breakfast
Professional English speaking guide
Food tastings
Brunch
Gratuities
Beverages if not listed in the itinerary
Hotel pickup and drop-off
What To Expect
Sham Shui Po
In the morning, meet your guide and small group at Sham Shui Po MTR Station, located in one of Hong Kong's most intriguing neighborhoods. This old Kowloon district offers an abundance of popular spots for any foodie interested in trying out Hong Kong's beloved cuisine. Follow your guide on foot down a food trail off the beaten path to six tasting locations – local eateries and specialty shops – for a taste of both sweet and savory classics. Between tastings, learn about Kowloon’s culture and history while your knowledgeable and entertaining guide points out iconic landmarks. As you stroll through Sham Shui Po, watch the neighborhood come to life and discover how it has changed over the past few decades. You’ll discover cultural remnants of Hong Kong’s past and experience modern life in this vibrant working-class community that escaped much recent urban redevelopment.
Ap liu Street Market
Walk down this street market with your Foodie Guide. You'll be able to find the cheapest gadgets and travel adaptors here! Your Foodie Guide will also show you some hidden gems here.
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Hong Kong Food Tour: Sham Shui Po District
Reviews
160 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Tour of Local food and culture
ron f,
Mar 12, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great tour to experience cuisine as locals do, as opposed to touristy areas and establishments. The guide Carrie was very knowledgeable about Kowloon area and knew little out if way eateries and shops that tourists would miss. It really helps to have someone who knows the language and familiar with the food to be able to order for us and provide cultural reference. Overall very fun and informative, and of course delicious experience.
Fantastic food tour, truly local experience
Aimee T,
Oct 20, 2024
- Viator
5.00This is a truly excellent food tour! It's a bit off the beaten path so I felt like I was getting a proper local experience, while also ticking off some Michelin-starred and famous foodie spots. My tour guide Carrie was fantastic - very knowledgeable about local food and history, and she came very well prepared with things like water and tissues. We went to six different food establishments and the food was so fresh and delicious. Carrie also gave me a little booklet with the locations and how to order the dishes in Cantonese - this is super useful for going back to these places and is an added touch that I've not seen at other tours. In terms of logistics it was easy to find the meeting point and as a solo traveller I felt very safe and looked after. All in all I highly recommend doing this tour and will definitely be recommending it to everyone I know!
Delightful sim sum
Eileen c,
Oct 17, 2024
- Viator
5.00We loved the very authentic and freshly made food. We could not have had this wonderful experience without our Foodie Guide Carrie
Fabulous Food in HK
Brandi C,
May 10, 2024
- Viator
5.00We had so much fun eating yummy food and learning more about Hong Kong and its food. Carrie was a fantastic guide and we enjoyed the tour very much!
Delightful Sham Shui Po food tour
Wendy Y,
Jun 20, 2023
- Viator
5.00I really enjoyed my Sham Shui Po food tour with Carrie. She was a friendly, well-informed guide, and we visited several well-established local restaurants to savor their specialties-it was fun to meet some of the staff and watch the chefs prepare food. I also really enjoyed learning the history of the neighborhood (manufacturing past, currently has specialty streets selling electronics, garments, plants, etc), in addition to hearing stories about the restaurants and their founders. We also visited other unique shops including a knife shop, a button shop and a traditional bakery. Needless to say, I was very full after sampling the wide range of snacks from the tour. Thank you, Carrie, for such an interesting tour and for making Shum Shui Po come alive.
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