Visit the Peak Gardens for a refreshing respite amongst flowering shrubs, trees and birdlife. On Hong Kong Island, getting to the top is reflected in how far up Victoria Peak you go. The famous funicular makes the 8 minute trip an historical journey. Once on high you'll be rewarded with a breathtaking panorama. Nathan Road Stretching from the waterfront at Tsimshatsui to Boundary Road, Nathan Road has so many shops it's known along its southern stretch as the Golden Mile.
Further north brings more local content.
The biggest of the Outer Islands, Lantau Island is referred to by locals as 'Big Island Mountain'. Narrow, meandering streets lead to the Po Lin monastery. A tranquil, graceful haven from the bustle of Hong Kong. One of Hong Kong's best known and most popular beaches, Repulse Bay was named after a British battleship which helped battle the pirates who were active in the early part of the century. The largest port for Hong Kong's fishing community, Aberdeen houses the floating, living history of sampans and junks.