City trip Hong Kong
Hong Kong combines a spectacular skyline, traditional temples, dim sum and vibrant nightlife. Direct flight from Amsterdam in 12 hours, visa-free for Dutch citizens. Best time: October to December.
✈️ Plan your trip to Hong Kong →Updated on 28 August 2026
When is the best time to go?
October to December is the best period: stable sunny weather with 22 to 28 degrees and low humidity. The typhoon season (June to September) is best avoided as tropical storms can last days and disrupt flights, attractions and transport. November and December offer excellent weather with occasionally cooler evenings (15 to 22 degrees), perfect for walking.
Spring (April to May) is warm but more humid; prices are lower than peak season. Chinese New Year (January or February) is spectacular for the harbour fireworks, but book early as hotels are expensive and full.
Best neighbourhoods in Hong Kong
- Tsim Sha Tsui (Kowloon) The best base for tourists: waterfront promenade, Avenue of Stars, Temple Street Night Market and the most budget accommodation options.
- Mong Kok (Kowloon) Ultra-dense and local: Ladies Market, Flower Market, Goldfish Market. Best place for street photography and authentic Hong Kong atmosphere.
- Central (Hong Kong Island) The financial and colonial core: Hong Kong Park, Mid-Levels Escalator and the lively Soho district just uphill.
- Wan Chai (Hong Kong Island) A mix of old and new: dai pai dong street food, the Ding Ding tram, Blue House heritage cluster and the Arts Centre. Authentic and affordable.
- Causeway Bay Shopping and restaurant paradise on Hong Kong Island, popular with locals. Times Square, Sogo and Victoria Park.
Top 5 things to do in Hong Kong
- Victoria Peak + Sky Terrace 428 The most iconic panorama in Asia: round-trip tram plus Sky Terrace 428 costs HK$131 per adult (about EUR 15). Tip: take the bus up and the tram back down to avoid long queues.
- M+ Museum (free permanent collection) World-class museum of contemporary visual culture (art, design, architecture), opened in 2021 in West Kowloon. Permanent collection entirely free; spectacular building with harbour views.
- Hong Kong Palace Museum A branch of the Beijing Palace Museum with 900 imperial artefacts. Admission HK$60 (about EUR 7); free on Wednesdays with advance online booking.
- Ngong Ping 360 + Tian Tan Buddha Cable car over Lantau Island (23 minutes, HK$235 return standard cabin) and the 34-metre Tian Tan Buddha, the world's largest outdoor seated bronze Buddha. The Buddha itself is free to visit.
- Star Ferry The iconic ferry from Tsim Sha Tsui (Kowloon) to Central for HK$4.20, with an unbeatable view of the skyline. Not a tourist attraction but a real commuter ferry running since 1888.
Flights and transport from the Netherlands to Hong Kong
KLM flies 4 times per week nonstop from Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) in about 12 hours 10 minutes, with a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner. Return tickets start from about EUR 974 in economy class.
Cathay Pacific flies daily in about 11 hours 55 minutes and offers the most flexibility. Cheaper connecting flights via Etihad (Abu Dhabi), Emirates (Dubai) or China Eastern (Shanghai) are available from around EUR 450 to 600 return if booked well in advance.
From Eindhoven there are no direct flights to Hong Kong; take the bus or train to Amsterdam Schiphol or connect via Brussels or Frankfurt. From HKG airport, the Airport Express takes 24 minutes to Kowloon or Hong Kong Station (HK$115 one way). The A21 bus to Kowloon is cheaper (HK$33) but takes 45 to 60 minutes. Buy an Octopus card (HK$150) immediately for all your travel around the city.
What does a Hong Kong trip cost?
Hostel from HK$150/night (about EUR 18); mid-range hotel HK$1,000 to 2,000 per night. Food ranges from cheap to expensive: in a cha chaan teng (Hong Kong cafe) a complete breakfast or lunch costs HK$40 to 80. Dim sum lunch costs HK$120 to 250 per person. MTR journey HK$10 to 25; Star Ferry HK$4.20; Ding Ding tram HK$3 (flat fare). The Victoria Peak combo (tram + terrace) costs HK$131 per adult. Budget all-in (excluding flights) realistically HK$500 to 1,000 per day, about EUR 59 to 118.
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Frequently asked questions about Hong Kong
Do Dutch citizens need a visa for Hong Kong?
No, Dutch passport holders can visit Hong Kong visa-free for up to 90 days. You only need a valid passport (at least 6 months validity) and a return ticket. Hong Kong has its own immigration policy, separate from mainland China.
When is the best time to visit Hong Kong?
October to December is ideal: 22 to 28 degrees Celsius, low humidity and minimal rainfall. The typhoon season (June to September) is best avoided as storms can disrupt flights and close attractions for days. November and December are also excellent, with cooler evenings (15 to 22 degrees).
How do I get from Amsterdam to Hong Kong?
KLM flies 4 times per week nonstop from Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) to Hong Kong (HKG) in about 12 hours 10 minutes. Cathay Pacific flies daily in about 11 hours 55 minutes. Return tickets start from around EUR 974 with KLM. Connecting flights via Etihad (Abu Dhabi) or Emirates (Dubai) can be cheaper.
What does a city trip to Hong Kong cost?
A week in Hong Kong costs realistically EUR 1,200 to 1,600 per person including flights. Hostels start from HK$150 per night (about EUR 18); mid-range hotels cost HK$1,000 to 2,000 per night. Street food in a cha chaan teng costs HK$40 to 80; dim sum lunch HK$120 to 250 per person.
How does the Octopus card work in Hong Kong?
The Octopus card is a rechargeable travel card for the MTR metro, trams, buses, Star Ferry and shops. A standard Octopus card costs HK$150 (HK$50 deposit plus HK$100 starting credit). The tourist Octopus without deposit costs HK$39. A typical MTR journey costs HK$10 to 25.
What are the best free things to do in Hong Kong?
The Symphony of Lights (daily 8pm, free harbour laser and light show), the Mid-Levels Escalator (world's longest outdoor covered escalator, free), Man Mo Temple in Sheung Wan (free), M+ Museum (free permanent collection) and the wet markets in Wan Chai in the early morning.
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