Public transport in Hong Kong is able to satisfy all the needs of tourists. The land transport comprises MTR (Mass Transit Railway), taxis, buses, minibuses and tramways (only on Hong Kong Island). Also, there are ferries between Kowloon and Hong Kong Island, and to outlying islands. For those who planned to stay in Hong Kong for a few days, it's highly recommended to buy Octopus Card. It's used to pay rides on almost all kinds of public transport. Many areas of Kowloon, HK Island and the New Territories can be easily reached by the MTR, but a few attractions can be reached only on buses or taxis, such as Ocean Park, Repulse Bay, Stanley Market or Aberdeen.
Octopus Card
Octopus system is really comfortable. Octopus Card is a prepaid smart card which is devoted as a payment on public transport. This is very useful, because no change is given on buses and trams if you pay by cash. Also, it is used for payment at fast-food restaurants, car parks and minimarts, such as 7-Eleven. Read more...
MTR
MTR is the most popular transport in Hong Kong. It connects Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, the New Territories and Lantau Island. The trains run every 2-4 minutes from 6:00am till 1:00am. Stations are located in all major places and almost each of them has multiple exits which lead to meaningful buildings and areas. Read more...
Taxis
As in other cities, taxi in Hong Kong is very convenient and inexpensive way of point-to-point travel throughout the city. There are three types of taxi: red taxis operate in urban areas (most popular type in Hong Kong), while green taxis serve the New Territories and blue taxis operate only on Lantau Island. Read more...
Buses
Bus routes cover almost all areas of Hong Kong, except outlying islands. Also, they are the major public transport for traveling to the southern side of Hong Kong Island, because the MTR covers only the northern side of the island. Bus services start from early morning till midnight and the frequency is high. Read more...
Ferries
Ferries are served by several companies and the most popular is Star Ferry. It is cheap and scenic transport between Kowloon and Hong Kong Island. Visitors can take the Habour Tour around Victoria Harbour. Besides, ferries are the only transport to the outlying islands, such as Lamma, Cheung Chau, Peng Chau. Read more...
Tramways
Tramway line was opened in 1904 and operates only on the northern side of Hong Kong Island. It's one of the oldest public transport in Hong Kong. Almost all routes pass through the city center (Central, Admiralty, Wan Chai and Causeway Bay). They are very comfortable for a short distance or if you would like to explore the city. Read more...