Lucia’s guidebook
Sightseeing
These are the spots easily accessible in the neighbourhood with no or minimal use of public transportation.
You can access the peak and its morning walk directly from our place - to the starting point, it takes about 15 minutes to walk. Be aware that this is a steep hike starting uphill before you reach the starting point and then has several flies of stairs in the beginning. All the hike is pretty uphill so requires either allowing enough time to do it or a good physical condition. If you do the full circle, it will bring you to the viewing point and then back to Kennedy town (it takes us usually 2-2,5 hours but I also did it below 2 hours although I think you would need to really run :D). Here is a blog post about this hike: https://hongkonghikinglover.com/2018/03/03/pokfulam-to-peak-hike/
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Victoria Park
1 Hing Fat StYou can access the peak and its morning walk directly from our place - to the starting point, it takes about 15 minutes to walk. Be aware that this is a steep hike starting uphill before you reach the starting point and then has several flies of stairs in the beginning. All the hike is pretty uphill so requires either allowing enough time to do it or a good physical condition. If you do the full circle, it will bring you to the viewing point and then back to Kennedy town (it takes us usually 2-2,5 hours but I also did it below 2 hours although I think you would need to really run :D). Here is a blog post about this hike: https://hongkonghikinglover.com/2018/03/03/pokfulam-to-peak-hike/
This is an area where locals like to hang out. Although it is a doc, it is accessible to the public and many call it the "Instagram Pier" as you can snap some cool pics of colourful barrels and containers. In the evening on the weekends, you can find a lot of people hanging out there - elderly and young groups doing outdoors exercise, god owners, kids. It also continues to a renovated promenade that connects Kennedy Town all the way to Wan Chai - great views of Kowloon and the ICC tower at night are guaranteed. There is even a small coffee shop at the promenade if you get tired and want to stop. Also pretty good for jogging early in the morning (night time gets crowded).
Western District Public Cargo Working Area
This is an area where locals like to hang out. Although it is a doc, it is accessible to the public and many call it the "Instagram Pier" as you can snap some cool pics of colourful barrels and containers. In the evening on the weekends, you can find a lot of people hanging out there - elderly and young groups doing outdoors exercise, god owners, kids. It also continues to a renovated promenade that connects Kennedy Town all the way to Wan Chai - great views of Kowloon and the ICC tower at night are guaranteed. There is even a small coffee shop at the promenade if you get tired and want to stop. Also pretty good for jogging early in the morning (night time gets crowded).
Coffee Shop
This coffee shop/bar is just down our building on a corner of Forbes & Davis. Owned by Australians (it is open for coffee and drinks until late) with the best selection of music, high bar-style chairs, benches and open-air concept so you won't freeze while having your coffee or a bite. Also serves vegan-friendly coffee and is always packed on weekends with good vibes and people.
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Winstons Coffee
213 Queen's Rd WThis coffee shop/bar is just down our building on a corner of Forbes & Davis. Owned by Australians (it is open for coffee and drinks until late) with the best selection of music, high bar-style chairs, benches and open-air concept so you won't freeze while having your coffee or a bite. Also serves vegan-friendly coffee and is always packed on weekends with good vibes and people.
You can grab your coffee and just sit outside watching the sea and the Kowloon Side of Hong Kong which is pretty nice and relaxing.
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% Arabica Hong Kong Kennedy Town
No. 1 Davis StYou can grab your coffee and just sit outside watching the sea and the Kowloon Side of Hong Kong which is pretty nice and relaxing.
This is a coffee shop but also a bakery if you are in the mood for some Europe-style pastries or bread.
Maison Eric Kayser
11 Davis StThis is a coffee shop but also a bakery if you are in the mood for some Europe-style pastries or bread.
Groceries
This is literally down the block and a supermarket that sells Chinese as well as imported stuff with a wide array of products. Tip: grab a shopping bags at our house to avoid plastic and also, look out for discounted fruits and veggies they often promote when they reach the consumption date (saves a ton of money!)
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PARKnSHOP
7-9 Hill RdThis is literally down the block and a supermarket that sells Chinese as well as imported stuff with a wide array of products. Tip: grab a shopping bags at our house to avoid plastic and also, look out for discounted fruits and veggies they often promote when they reach the consumption date (saves a ton of money!)
Food scene
Great Mexican place, quite hidden but you can manage ;) on the more expensive side of the market though.
11 Westside
11 Davis StGreat Mexican place, quite hidden but you can manage ;) on the more expensive side of the market though.
This is an Australian brewery which also serves good food. Quite lively in the evenings and nearby the shoreline so you can also stroll to watch Hong Kong at night once you are done with your meal and a couple of beers.
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Little Creatures Brewing Kennedy Town
This is an Australian brewery which also serves good food. Quite lively in the evenings and nearby the shoreline so you can also stroll to watch Hong Kong at night once you are done with your meal and a couple of beers.
Great middle-eastern food. A short walk from the flat. A little bit more pricey.
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Mama Malouf
93 Catchick StGreat middle-eastern food. A short walk from the flat. A little bit more pricey.
Down the block really, good food and big portions (I usually pack half back so then it is really a good deal for money).
K Town Bar and Grill
Down the block really, good food and big portions (I usually pack half back so then it is really a good deal for money).
CATCH.
95 Catchick StCrispy Chicken
25 New PrayaFishsteria Seafood Place
3-5 New Praya24/7 Shops
This is not a recommendation but can come handy - just down the building is the McDonalds that is open 24/7 in case you arrive really late and want a bite.
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McDonald's
村道This is not a recommendation but can come handy - just down the building is the McDonalds that is open 24/7 in case you arrive really late and want a bite.