Transport
Mass Transit Railway (MTR)
MTR is a fast, efficient, and air-conditioned underground system. Apart from the Airport Express, the current system comprises comprises 6 lines - the Kwun Tong, Tsuen Wan, Island, Tung Chung, Tseung Kwan O and Disneyland Resort Lines. Tourist can have any one day of unlimited rides on the MTR by using the MTR 3 Days Tourist Pass. Please visit www.mtr.com.hk for further information.
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Kowloon-Canton Railway (KCR)
East Rail is a fast, efficient, and air-conditioned train runs from Hung Hom in Kowloon (next to the Hong Kong Polytechnic University ) up to the border at Lo Wu. There are standard class or first class to choose from. Please visit www.kcr.com.hk for further information.
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Bus
Buses run 24 hours per day cover most parts of the city. Exact change is required. "Point-to-Point" route search service can be found at websites:
The Kowloon Motor Bus Holdings Limited at www.kmb.com.hk
Citybus Limited, Hong Kong at www.citybus.com.hk
New World First Bus Services Limited at www.nwfb.com.hk
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Taxi
Taxis are numerous and readily available. Red taxis serve Hong Kong Island and Kowloon ; green ones in the New Territories and blue taxis on Lantau Island . Pay (in Hong Kong dollars only), the fare shown on the meter, plus additional charge where applicable. There are surcharges for luggage and rides through tunnels.
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Star Ferry
The Star Ferry runs regularly between Hong Kong Island and Kowloon . It must be one of the cheapest and most scenic ferry rides in the world. The classic experience of Hong Kong is always a harbour tour on the Ferry. Please visit www.starferry.com.hk for further information.
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Hong Kong Tramways
A classic icon of Hong Kong are the old street trams running along a 13-km (10-mile) main line on North Hong Kong Island with a branch line to Happy Valley . Established about 100 years ago, the trams provide an old-fashioned travel experience and are the only double-decker tram fleet operating in the world. Take your children to the upper deck of the tram for the best views. They'll love the tram itself, and the fascinating, diverse views of a bustling metropolis. Please visit www.hktramways.com for further information.
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Peak Tram
Take the kids on a ride that is sure to thrill them and you! There's nothing in the world like the Peak Tram. Pulled by steel cables, the tram climbs 373 metres (about 1,200 feet). It's so steep that the buildings you pass look like they're leaning at a 45º angle! Whether you're going up or coming down, you'll love this trip. Please visit www.thepeak.com.hk for further information.
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Open Top Buses
Central district has some of the world's finest architecture and a great way to see it is aboard the double-decker, open-top buses running between the Star Ferry Pier in Central to the Peak Tram Lower Terminus. Children will be amazed by the leviathans rising high above them while you sit back, relax and enjoy the breeze. Please visit www.hktramways.com for further information.
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Transportation Fun
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Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
Barrier -Free Travel
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