Malaysia to Hong Kong - Thinking about the perfect destination for your upcoming vacation? Well, if you like a place that is modern, surrounded by shopping malls and tasty restaurants with good vibes, has plenty of national parks, and also still has the culture and some nature, Hong Kong is probably what you’re looking for!

Yup, Hong Kong is a famous holiday destination because it has everything for everyone! There will be plenty of great things to do in Hong Kong that can also be a new experience for you. Interested already? So let’s travel from Malaysia to Hong Kong!

Firstly, all you have to do is plan an itinerary. People are usually staying for 5 days in Hong Kong, so you might need to arrange a leave from work for a while. You should also browse for the cost of everything in Hong Kong, because it is known as an expensive holiday destination. Hence, preparing more than enough budget will be safer!

Like we said before, there are so many things to do in Hong Kong and great places to visit in Hong Kong. So, even if it feels expensive, saving some of your money to enjoy your time in Hong Kong will be very worthwhile.

Location: Ngong Ping Rd, Lantau Island, Hong Kong

Opening Hours: 10 AM - 5.30 PM

Admission Fee: Free

The Tian Tan Buddha is also known as The Big Buddha. It is made of 34 meters bronze material. The Buddha is sitting on a lotus and surrounded with smaller god statues. The meaning of this Big Buddha is the harmony relationship between men and nature.

Under the Big Buddha are the three level exhibition halls that you can enter to see more of the Buddha’s relics. Here, you can also enjoy the wide view of Lantau and the South China Sea.

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Location: Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, Penny's Bay, Lantau Island, Hong Kong

Opening Hours: 10.30 AM - 8.30 PM

Admission Fee: Starts from MYR 59.78

Whether you are going with your family with kids or not, Disneyland is always a great choice to spend a vacation. Also, if you are familiar with all the Disney characters (and Marvel too!), then you should visit Hong Kong Disneyland!

FYI, Hong Kong Disneyland is the biggest of all Disneyland in the world. The theme park will make your day extra fun with their many attractions, including the thrilling ones.

It is pretty easy to get here. You can use the MTR, starting at Sunny Bay Station and stopping at the Disneyland Resort Line.

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Location: Tung Chung Cable Car Terminal, Tat Tung Road, Tung Chung, Hong Kong

Opening Hours: 9 AM - 6.30 PM

Admission Fee: Starts from MYR 100.64

The next thing to do in Hong Kong is not suitable for people that are afraid of heights. Let’s experience the cable car of Hong Kong, Ngong Ping 360, and witness by yourself how wonderful Lantau Island and the South China Sea is from up above.

Book the ticket online and enjoy your 25 minute ride on Ngong Ping 360. The ride will be between Tung Chung and the middle of Lantau Island. You can pick the type of cabin too.

You can go to Ngong Ping 360 by car/taxi, bus, and MTR.

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Location: Admiralty, Hong Kong

Opening Hours: 24 Hours

Admission Fee: Free

Relax, there are also some things to do in Hong Kong that are totally free. One of them is visiting the famous Victoria Harbour to admire the wonderful panoramic view of the city. At night, the view will be more amazing.

You can also find so many attractions around the Victoria Harbour, such as the Avenue of Stars and the Hong Kong Observation Wheel. For the utmost experience, you can join a harbor tour. You can pick your own boat (the price for each boat will be varied).

Get there easily by using MTR or riding the ferry. We really recommend you to visit it during sunset!

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Location: International Commerce Centre (ICC), 1 Austin Rd W, West Kowloon, Hong Kong

Opening Hours: 10 AM - 8.30 PM

Admission Fee: Starts from MYR 59.44

The Hong Kong skyline is very exceptional. So, the next place to go in Hong Kong must be the Sky100 Observation Deck. It is placed at the 100th floor of the International Commerce Centre (ICC) so you can imagine by yourself how clear the view will be from that high.

Not only the 360-degree indoor observation deck, but the place also has an exhibition, installation, and cafe to enjoy some snacks. If you come, don’t forget to bring the camera or just take a lot of aesthetic photos from your phone to commemorate your vacation in Hong Kong.

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Location: 100 Chatham Rd S, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong

Opening Hours: 10 AM - 6 PM (closed at 7 PM during Saturday and Sunday)

Admission Fee: Free

Museum is one among all places to go in Hong Kong. The one that you must visit during your vacation here is the Hong Kong Museum of History. You’ll have a fun day learning about history here. It’s also a family friendly place, especially if you have older children.

Here, you can learn about the complete history of Hong Kong. You will learn it from graphics, dioramas, and multimedias. Artifacts with various materials (like bronze or stone) are available to see as well. During special times, it is possible for the museum to run a special exhibition.

If you want to get here, you can walk from several MTR stations that are located in Kowloon, such as the Tsim Sha Tsui East Station.

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Location: Central and Western District, Hong Kong Island

Opening Hours: 10 AM - 11 PM (during weekdays) and 8 AM - 11 PM (during weekends and public holidays)

Admission Fee: Starts from MYR 53.44

Do you want to see more views of the city? Then going to Victoria Peak is the next thing to do in Hong Kong. It’s completely free too! You can ride the Peak Tram to Victoria Peak and enjoy everything that is available up there.

These are what to see when you are in Victoria Peak: The Peak Tower with Sky Terrace 428, The Peak Galleria (the mall that has an artsy architecture, suitable to have your self portrait taken!), Victoria Peak Garden and former Mountain Lodge (perfect to watch the sunset) and the Peak Circle Walk, Lugard Road Lookout, and Lions Point View Pavilion, where you can hike and enjoy the view at the same time.

If you want to go there, you should continue reading because we’re going to spill you more about the Peak Tram!

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Location: Ngong Ping, Hong Kong

Opening Hours: 9 AM - 6 PM

Admission Fee: Free

Back home, you can find several Buddhist cultures. But when you travel from Malaysia to Hong Kong, you can find hundreds of monasteries. In fact, there are up to 600 Buddhist temples in Hong Kong.

But of course, the most famous of all is Po Lin Monastery, located in Lantau Island, on Ngong Ping Plateau. Its majestic architecture will make visitors awestrucked. Even if you’re not a Buddhist, the culture, tradition, and arts in here will get you amused.

To get here, you can use the cable car ride to Ngong Ping and then walk a little bit to reach the Po Lin Monastery.

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Location: Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong

Opening Hours: 24 Hours

Admission Fee: Free

Instead of the Hollywood Walk of Fame, you can enjoy the Avenue of Stars in Hong Kong. It is an avenue full of plaques with hand prints and autographs from plenty of Hong Kong celebrities. Bruce Lee is there too, made of 2.5 meter high bronze. Some familiar celebrities can be found too: Wong Kar Wai, Jet Li, Jackie Chan, and Michelle Yeoh.

Not only their plaque collections that will get people interested. The location itself is a nice spot to enjoy the view of Victoria Harbour, both at night and day. At night, you can watch the dazzling Symphony of Lights. For free!

You need to ride the ferry and then walk along Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade to get to the Avenue of Stars.

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Location: 1 Lan Kwai Fong, Central, Hong Kong

Opening Hours: 11 AM - 6 AM

Admission Fee: -

There’s a place to go in Hong Kong if you love the nightlife so much. Yep, it’s Lan Kwai Fong, often said as LKF. It’s a popular area in Hong Kong with the most lively nightlife. It has over 90 clubs, restaurants and bars, which will serve you various food and beverages to accompany your night in Hong Kong.

You can actually pick the nearest hotel to LKF so it will only be a walking distance to get there. But, you can always ride the MTR to get anywhere, including here! Just stop at the nearest MTR station: MTR Central Station and walk the rest of the way to Lan Kwai Fong.

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Location: Central Station, Hong Kong

Opening Hours: 7 AM - 12 PM

Admission Fee: S$ 16.94/adult’s return ticket (for the Peak Tram and Sky Terrace 428)

The last thing to do in Hong Kong is ride the peak tram. Reach the highest peak in Hong Kong and enjoy the beauty of Hong Kong’s scenery with this funicular railway. The ride will be from Garden Road Admiralty to Victoria Peak. That’s where you can see the city skyline best!

The ride will be around 8 to 10 minutes, and the view while you’re getting to the peak is irreplaceable too. You can use the MTR and stop at the MTR Central Station. You can continue getting to the peak tram by walking, only for 10 to 15 minutes from the MTR Central Station.

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Here’s some frequently asked questions about Hong Kong you should read before you plan your vacation:

Q: What are the best free things to do in Hong Kong?

A: Based on the review, the best things to do for free in Hong Kong are Victoria Harbour, Po Lin Monastery, and Victoria Peak.

Q: How many days is enough in Hong Kong?

A: For get best Hong Kong journey you can do 5 till 7 days trip to Hong Kong

Q: What is the best time to visit Hong Kong?

A: Best time to visit Hong Kong according to tourists is early winter or autumn.

Q: Is Hong Kong Safe to travel?

A: Yes, Hong Kong is safe to travel for tourist

So, are you ready to explore all those places to go in Hong Kong? Well, hurry up! Let’s make your own itinerary and add your favorite things to do in Hong Kong mentioned above. Thinking about the best hotel to stay in Hong Kong, you can browse it on your own on Traveloka. Also, you can do the same with your flight tickets! Have a fun trip to Hong Kong!