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Victoria Harbour

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There are not too many different sites and activities in Hong Kong, therefore a three day trip is perfect to fit everything in! Despite having a baby, we managed to do it all with some relaxation time included. We kicked off  at Victoria Harbour. There is a path running alongside the harbour edge that is great for a long stroll, taking in all the sites of Hong Kong! It is really nice at sunset. Buskers litter the area playing nice music, the sun makes the sky-scrapers a glowing orange colour and ferries pass each other in the harbour. Taking a ferry ride is another great way to see the area. 

Lantau Island

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Another ‘must see’ is Lantau Island. It is best to get there by the Ngong Ping 360 cable car. The views are just stunning of the bay below ascending above the hills. As you come over the hill, views of the giant Tian Tan Buddha appear on the horizon. It is just mesmerising. Our daughter, only eleven-months old at the time, loved the cable car ride. It is best to buy tickets in advance online and get there early. Despite having pre-booked tickets, it can still be a lengthy process of queuing. There is an option to buy VIP tickets which speeds things up significantly, so it may be worth the investment with a baby in tow. 

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Once we arrived on Lantau Island, we got up close and personal with the Buddha. If you intend to walk up and around it, make sure to have a baby carrier with you. It is 268 steps to the top! Many people bring umbrellas as there is very little shade, something worth considering with a baby. Below the Buddha is the magnificent Po Lin Monastery. It’s definitely worth checking out, so peaceful and the interior is out of this world. After exploring Lantau Island, we had a vegetarian feast in the restaurant next to the monastery (read about it above). 

Victoria Peak

You can take the Peak Tram from outside St John’s Cathedral in central Hong Kong. It reminds me of the trams in Prague. It will bring you up to the top of the mountain where there are spectacular views of the city.  Being 552 metres above ground, they stretch across the harbour and beyond. Again it’s probably best to use a baby carrier for this activity. Victoria Peak is best visited at dark when all of the lights across the city light up the sky.

Indoor soft play

By the time we got to Hong Kong, we were desperate for Esmé to have some interaction with other babies and to have some nice play time. We found the Play House at Kowloon Bay shopping centre. It is a bit tricky to find due there being multiple levels within the shopping centre. Be warned, it is quite pricey for entry, however at the time it was totally worth it for us. There were slides, ball pits and many other activities suitable for a baby or child.

Repulse Bay

Repulse Bay is the only place we did not go to. Only because we found out about it after our visit. It seems like a great place to visit in Hong Kong with a baby. If you are looking to escape the craziness of a city, you can visit this crescent shaped long stretch of beach. It seems perfect to cool down from the warm weather with a dip in the water. You could bring a picnic and make a day of it. If you plan to do this in addition to the above Hong Kong itinerary, maybe add one more day onto your time in Hong Kong.

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Have you been to Hong Kong with a baby? Do you have any more tips for other readers? I would love to hear from you in the comment box. 

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