Getting Around Hong Kong
Sight seeing in Hong Kong is made easy for the visitors through variety of public transportation which can be termed as life line of Hong Kong Tourism.
1. Taxi
Color coded taxis operate in different districts of Hong Kong. Fare, depending on districts, starts from HKD12 to 15 for the first two kilometers, and HKD1.2 to 1.4 for each additional 0.2 kilometer. There is no haggling. Baggage handling is charged at HKD 5 per piece. To avoid problems always get your destination written in Chinese on a card.
2. Tram
Do not miss the tram ride in Hong Kong, which has one of the world’s oldest tram systems. HKD 2 for a trip up to 13 kilometers (8 miles)! You get to see busy downtown either at street level or on upper deck.
3. Ferry
A ferry ride between Hong Kong Island and Kowloon is exciting. It is low cost (HKD1.7 for ordinary class and HKD2.2 for first class) and conveniently scheduled at 3 to 5-mimute intervals. This 7-minute trip offers a good view of the Victoria Harbor.
4. Subway
Subway is Hong Kong’s traffic backbone. Five subway lines with 44 stations take you everywhere in Hong Kong efficiently. The fare is charged by distance. Travelers ought to use Octopus card instead of carrying change. Station names are conveniently displayed in English. Toilet facilities are not available on the system.
5. Public Bus
Bus routes serve Hong Kong well. Most buses are double-deckers with fare ranging from HKD3 to HKD20. Directions are bilingual in Chinese and English. Octopus card can also be used on bus.
6. Mini Buses
Mini buses are color-coded. The green ones operate regular routes with fixed fare. The red ones operate without fixed charge or routes. Drivers generally do not speak English and will stop only on request.