About Hong Kong
Contact Us
Enquiry: (852) 2559 9973
Email: [email protected]
Email: [email protected]
Hong Kong Museums
Hong Kong at Night
Intangible Cultural Heritage of Hong Kong
About Hong Kong
Hong Kong Museum of Art
Hong Kong Heritage Museum
Hong Kong Museum of History
Hong Kong Science Museum
Hong Kong Space Museum
Art Promotion Office
Intangible Cultural Heritage Office
Xiqu Centre
Hong Kong Cultural Centre
Hong Kong City Hall
The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts
M+
Hong Kong Palace Museum
Centre for Heritage Arts & Textile (Mill6)
Tai Kwun
Asia Society
Jockey Club Creative Arts Centre
Hong Kong Arts Center
Banks, Automatic Teller Machines and Credit Cards
Major banks are open from 9 am to 4:30 pm on Monday to Friday, and 9 am to 12:30 pm on Saturday. Automatic Teller Machines can be found almost everywhere and provide 24-hour cash withdrawal for HKD.
International credit cards such as VISA, MasterCard, Diners Club, UnionPay and American Express are commonly accepted by hotels, retail shops and restaurants in Hong Kong. Such premises usually display stickers showing the credit cards they accept at their entrances.
International credit cards such as VISA, MasterCard, Diners Club, UnionPay and American Express are commonly accepted by hotels, retail shops and restaurants in Hong Kong. Such premises usually display stickers showing the credit cards they accept at their entrances.
Getting Around Hong Kong
Hong Kong is famous for its safe, efficient and reliable public transport systems. There are plenty of ways to get around Hong Kong, whether it’s by MTR, taxi, ferry, bus or tram.
For more details, click here
Beyond Hong Kong
Explore the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Bay Area, the dynamic economic hub in South China covering Hong Kong, Macao and nine cities in Guangdong (Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Zhuhai, Foshan, Huizhou, Dongguan, Zhongshan, Jiangmen, and Zhaoqing).
For more details, click here
For more details, click here
Hong Kong Attractions
Travel Tips
Visa and Passport Requirements
Visitors to Hong Kong must have valid passports. People of most countries do not require a visa to enter Hong Kong for tourism and can stay for periods varying from seven to 180 days, depending on their nationalities. Participants can check with the Chinese embassy in your country and the Immigration Department of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China for details.Time Zone
Hong Kong is eight hours ahead of the Universal Coordinated Time.Banks, Automatic Teller Machines and Credit Cards
Major banks are open from 9 am to 4:30 pm on Monday to Friday, and 9 am to 12:30 pm on Saturday. Automatic Teller Machines can be found almost everywhere and provide 24-hour cash withdrawal for HKD. International credit cards such as VISA, MasterCard, Diners Club, UnionPay and American Express are commonly accepted by hotels, retail shops and restaurants in Hong Kong. Such premises usually display stickers showing the credit cards they accept at their entrances.Language
The official languages of Hong Kong are English and Chinese. All official signs and menus of most restaurants are bilingual. Most drivers, salespersons, tourism industry employees are able to communicate in English.Currency Exchange
The official currency of Hong Kong is the Hong Kong Dollar (HKD). One US Dollar is approximately HKD 7.76. Participants can change your currency for HKD at any authorised money exchanger or bank. You are advised to look for a money exchanger that is accredited by the Quality Tourism Services Scheme.Telecommunication
Local SIM cards can be purchased at more than 2,000 round-the-clock convenience stores. Participants may also consider buying a local SIM card at the Arrival Hall of the Hong Kong International Airport upon landing. International Direct Dial (IDD) service to most countries and regions of the world is available at most hotels for a fee.Electricity
The electrical voltage in Hong Kong is 220 volts AC, 50Hz. The plug/socket system in Hong Kong is a three-pronged UK-style plug.Climate
Hong Kong has a sub-tropical climate. The average temperature in November is around 17oC to 24C.Participants are advised to look up the latest weather forecast provided by the Hong Kong Observatory before packing up for the Summit.
Currency Exchange
The official currency of Hong Kong is the Hong Kong Dollar (HKD). One US Dollar is approximately HKD 7.76. Participants can change your currency for HKD at any authorised money exchanger or bank. You are advised to look for a money exchanger that is accredited by the Quality Tourism Services Scheme.
Telecommunication
Local SIM cards can be purchased at more than 2,000 round-the-clock convenience stores. Participants may also consider buying a local SIM card at the Arrival Hall of the Hong Kong International Airport upon landing.
International Direct Dial (IDD) service to most countries and regions of the world is available at most hotels for a fee.
Service Charge
Most restaurants in Hong Kong add a 10 per cent service charge to the bill. Please check with the waiter about the charges before being seated.
Getting Around Hong Kong
Hong Kong is famous for its safe, efficient and reliable public transport systems. There are plenty of ways to get around Hong Kong, whether it’s by MTR, taxi, ferry, bus or tram.
Climate
Hong Kong has a sub-tropical climate. The average temperature in June is around 26oC to 31oC. Participants are advised to look up the latest weather forecast provided by the Hong Kong Observatory before packing up for the Summit.
Language
The official languages of Hong Kong are English and Chinese. All official signs and menus of most restaurants are bilingual. Most drivers, salespersons, tourism industry employees are able to communicate in English.
Electricity
The electrical voltage in Hong Kong is 220 volts AC, 50Hz. The plug/socket system in Hong Kong is a three-pronged UK-style plug.
Plastic Shopping Bag Charge
All retail businesses in Hong Kong are required to charge a minimum levy of HKD 0.50 for each plastic shopping bag provided to customers. It also applies to plastic bags distributed for foodstuff in air-tight packaging. Be environmentally responsible by bringing your own bag.