Hong Kong

Explore the trendy Sheung Wan neighborhood

Neighborhood Discoveries • 3 hours 5.0 (6)

Explore the trendy Sheung Wan neighborhood

Unveiling Sheung Wan's mystique with a local host - Traditional temples, markets, and time-honored medicine shops await in this trendy neighborhood.

Consider getting an Octopus card which can be used on all public transit, at convenience stores, and even at some coffee shops.

What makes this experience special

Key highlights

  • Visit one of the trendiest areas in Hong Kong that’s as popular with the local Chinese community as it is with the city’s hipsters
  • Explore the old district with a host and get a taste of the real Hong Kong
  • Visit traditional temples and shrines
  • Browse the Chinese medicine shops and traditional markets
  • Discover unusual ingredients and pick up some tasty street food in one of the city’s oldest markets
  • Immerse yourself in this exciting area and discover the unique blend of traditional Chinese and Western influences

What to know before you go

Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.

At a glance What’s included Things to know
Consider getting an Octopus card which can be used on all public transit, at convenience stores, and even at some coffee shops.
3 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested

What’s included

Private and personalized itinerary
3 hours with a host
Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options)
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

What’s not included

Food and drink
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting point

Your hotel/apartment or any other central location

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

What to bring

  • We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
  • Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.

How your day could unfold

A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you most

What you’ll do

You’ll hit the streets of one of Hong Kong’s oldest neighborhoods, Sheung Wan, with one of our local hosts by your side. Hong Kong is an intoxicating blend of cultures, cuisines, and traditions, and there’s no better place to experience all of this at once than in Sheung Wan.

Explore Dried Seafood Street and Medicine Street (we know, they took street naming quite literally back in the day) and browse traditional Chinese medicine stores. Laidback and authentic, you’ll experience a taste of the real Hong Kong as you explore the winding alleyways of this old district with your host, and like all the cool kids in Hong Kong, you might just want to move here too!

Note the British-influenced architecture and trendy stores, as well as hipster bars sitting alongside classic local food markets. You might want to hunt for antique curios in (you guessed it) Antique Street and pick up something delicious to eat in one of the city’s oldest food markets.

From beautiful temples and traditional heritage to subtle (and not so subtle) Western influences, your host can’t wait to share this trendy pocket rocket of Hong Kong with you!

1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
Per person incl.
taxes & fees $80 for
Adults (Aged 13+)
Children (Up to 12 years old)
$80
per person
including taxes & fees
Select a date and start time
Tailor your experience
Flexible start times
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience

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What travelers think of this experience

Stephen, Dec 2023

Victor did a great job showing us Sheung Wan. He gave a lot of interesting information on the sights. And great info on local restaurants to eat at. He also took very good pictures of my family and me. He was very friendly and nice during our tour. Overall, he was a very good tour guide and we enjoyed our experience.

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Tim, Jan 2020

Thank you Amy! Amy was an amazing guide for our group of 8 (2 seniors, 4 adults, and 2 kids) on our tour of Sheung Wan. Some in our group have lived in HK and/or been to HK many times already, but we chose this tour to explore a part of the city we were not familiar with. Amy contacted us in the days before our tour to learn of any physical limitations and general interests in order to tailor our tour to our specific needs. It was a really interesting tour that took us to some off the beaten path spots. We sampled some very "local" and authentic food and drinks, toured the Graham street market that's been in existence for over 150 years, saw some interesting street art, and explored some antique shops. Amy went "above and beyond" in the following ways: 1. navigated a walking tour that limited the number of stairs to accommodate my 87 year old father in law 2. physically assisted my father in law without being asked 3. was flexible with her time 4. negotiated a fair price for a mahjong set from a street vendor 5. the in the days before and even after, made herself available via text to recommend restaurants and other points of interest around the city. Thank you Amy for all your time and consideration in making our tour fun and memorable. We had a blast and highly recommend this tour!

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Tim, Jan 2020

I had a great time with my local tour guide. I sent some sights that I wanted to see to the guide in advance, and he mapped out our time together. He told me the ins and outs of the area, and it really felt like an immersive experience. I would highly recommend this tour!

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Rosie, Sep 2019

She really tailored our tour to things that interest us - street art, local breweries, beautiful parks, and so on. She also shared her experience of life in Hong Kong and being a Hing among-er-allowing is a glimpse into the great city. Sheung wan is a beautiful old part of HK.

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Janice , Mar 2018

We thoroughly enjoyed this tour with Francesco he took us to places we would never have found on our own and gave us a lot of tips of where to go and where to eat cheaply.

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Asima, Mar 2025

Our personal guided tour with Benny was exactly what we needed - he introduced us to places, food and experiences we would not have done on our own. Delicious food, good company and a new appreciation for Hong Kong. He was also extremely accommodating for our requests to seek out different shopping items. Highly recommended.

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Stephen, Dec 2023

Victor did a great job showing us Sheung Wan. He gave a lot of interesting information on the sights. And great info on local restaurants to eat at. He also took very good pictures of my family and me. He was very friendly and nice during our tour. Overall, he was a very good tour guide and we enjoyed our experience.

Tim, Jan 2020

Thank you Amy! Amy was an amazing guide for our group of 8 (2 seniors, 4 adults, and 2 kids) on our tour of Sheung Wan. Some in our group have lived in HK and/or been to HK many times already, but we chose this tour to explore a part of the city we were not familiar with. Amy contacted us in the days before our tour to learn of any physical limitations and general interests in order to tailor our tour to our specific needs. It was a really interesting tour that took us to some off the beaten path spots. We sampled some very "local" and authentic food and drinks, toured the Graham street market that's been in existence for over 150 years, saw some interesting street art, and explored some antique shops. Amy went "above and beyond" in the following ways: 1. navigated a walking tour that limited the number of stairs to accommodate my 87 year old father in law 2. physically assisted my father in law without being asked 3. was flexible with her time 4. negotiated a fair price for a mahjong set from a street vendor 5. the in the days before and even after, made herself available via text to recommend restaurants and other points of interest around the city. Thank you Amy for all your time and consideration in making our tour fun and memorable. We had a blast and highly recommend this tour!

Tim, Jan 2020

I had a great time with my local tour guide. I sent some sights that I wanted to see to the guide in advance, and he mapped out our time together. He told me the ins and outs of the area, and it really felt like an immersive experience. I would highly recommend this tour!

Rosie, Sep 2019

She really tailored our tour to things that interest us - street art, local breweries, beautiful parks, and so on. She also shared her experience of life in Hong Kong and being a Hing among-er-allowing is a glimpse into the great city. Sheung wan is a beautiful old part of HK.

Janice , Mar 2018

We thoroughly enjoyed this tour with Francesco he took us to places we would never have found on our own and gave us a lot of tips of where to go and where to eat cheaply.

Asima, Mar 2025

Our personal guided tour with Benny was exactly what we needed - he introduced us to places, food and experiences we would not have done on our own. Delicious food, good company and a new appreciation for Hong Kong. He was also extremely accommodating for our requests to seek out different shopping items. Highly recommended.