Harbour views & dim sum
Hong Kong
Hong Kong stacks skyscrapers, hiking trails, island villages and legendary food into a very small, very fast city.
Overview
Hong Kong stacks skyscrapers, hiking trails, island villages and legendary food into a very small, very fast city.
Best time to visit
October to December offers clear skies and mild temperatures. Spring is humid; summer brings typhoon season.
Currency info
Hong Kong Dollar (HKD). Get an Octopus card for transport and convenience stores.
Flights
One-stop flights from Casablanca to Hong Kong (HKG) via the Gulf or Europe, about 17–20 hours.
Hotels
Harbour-view hotels in Tsim Sha Tsui, business hotels in Central and Wan Chai, and quieter stays on Lantau.
Visa
Visa-free entry of 7–180 days depending on nationality; a passport valid 6 months and onward ticket are required.
Things to do
- Victoria Peak tram and skyline views
- Star Ferry across the harbour
- Symphony of Lights
- Tian Tan Big Buddha and Ngong Ping cable car
- Temple Street night market
- Hong Kong Disneyland
Packages
- 4 nights Hong Kong city break
- 6 nights Hong Kong + Macau
- 9 nights Hong Kong and Tokyo twin centre
Estimated budget
- Economy: from 12,000 MAD per person (4 nights, 3★)
- Comfort: from 17,000 MAD per person (4★ harbour area)
- Luxury: from 30,000 MAD per person (5★ harbour view, private guide)
Travel tips
- Buy an Octopus card on arrival
- Hotel rooms are small — book by view, not size
- Hiking trails start minutes from the city
- Cash is still handy at street markets
FAQs
Is Hong Kong good as a stopover?
Yes, three to four nights fit easily en route to Asia.
Is English widely spoken?
Yes, signage and transport are bilingual.
Best viewpoint?
Victoria Peak at dusk.