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This 4-hour adventure explores three vibrant districts in Kowloon, where Michelin-rated street food and cultural gems await. Sham Shui Po is a foodie’s haven, serving up Bib Gourmand noodles and authentic snacks loved by locals. Beyond the flavors, you’ll gain insights into Hong Kong’s housing challenges and the resilience of its community.
Mong Kok, immerse yourself in the lively markets of Fa Yuen Street and the quirky Goldfish Market. This district pulses with energy, blending tradition, politics, and the charm of fish-keeping for good fortune.
Finally, in Yau Ma Tei, step into history at the Wholesale Fruit Market, visit the serene Tin Hau Temple, and see where locals gather in a district full of character and nostalgia . Experience Kowloon’s captivating evening vibe—this is Hong Kong like never before!
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The 'Tour Overview' and 'What to Expect' sections are NOT an accurate description of this tour. They have been written by VIATOR staff who have never been on this tour. We have repeatedly asked them to change the text to correctly describe this tour and they say they can not.
This is a tour about 'The Dark Side' of Hong Kong. We explore Kowloon discovering some of the 'darker' topics; poverty, triads, prostitution, grey markets... We also include a mini street food tour of the best local eats in Sham Shui Po.
We cover between 7 and 9 food stops and try to include two Michelin-rated eats on every tour
This is not a Michelin star food tour as Viator describes it - Viator refuses to remove that description even though we have told them it is misrepresenting our tour.
Please look at the correct tour details on the Hello Hong Kong website. If the tour is not what you want please do not book or request a refund. It is an excellent tour and gets excellent reviews but it is misrepresented by Viator.
If you wish to book a hotel pick-up this add-on can be invoiced after booking. Please contact the tour operator. hotel pick-ups require an additional hour to be added to your tour and cost HK$300 per group.
Cancellation Policy: If you cancel more than one week (more than 168 hours) in advance we will give you a full refund (excluding credit card processing charges. If you cancel between 7 days and 2 days (between 167 and 48 hours before) we will give you a 50% refund (excluding any service charge). There are no refunds if you cancel less than 48 hours' notice.
Minimum age is 12 years (younger is permitted at your own discretion)
Tour is not suitable for those with walking difficulties
Stops might differ depending on your interests, the walking pace, and weather etc
This tour is not suitable for vegans. If you are a vegetarian or pescatarian you will not be able to eat everything on this tour.
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Professional guide
Public transportation used during your walking tour
We cover between 7 and 9 food stops and try to include two Michelin-rated eats on every tour.
Gratuity and Hotel pick-up and drop-off (unless booked a 5 hour with pick up included)
Pickup from airport or airport hotel (HK$173 per person)
Note: This is a walking tour even if you book a hotel pick-up
Operated by Hello Hong Kong
29 reviews
Dev P,
Dec 8, 2024
Nice initial exposure to the markets and food of Hong Kong. Plenty of food. Discussion of local culture and history of city
Ruben S,
Feb 16, 2018
Mel is a a fantastic guide who brought the unique history, culture and tastes of Kowloon to life