Hong Kong's New Travel Route Is Here, So Much Fun!

Bored staying at home on weekends?

Set off now for a trendy walk along Hong Kong's waterfront, take a spontaneous trip, and say bye-bye to all your worries!

To go to Hong Kong, whether you cross the border at Lo Wu or Futian Port, taking the MTR East Rail Line is equally convenient!

The East Rail Line now extends to the Hong Kong Island area. After crossing the border, the journey from Lo Wu Station to Admiralty Station takes only 44 minutes; from Lok Ma Chau Station to Admiralty Station it takes only 50 minutes, with no transfers needed—one train takes you directly across the harbour.

By the way, Admiralty Station has transformed into a super interchange station, connecting the East Rail Line, Island Line, South Island Line, and Tsuen Wan Line!

Now you can even use a ride code to take the MTR, entering through the purple gates—no queuing to buy tickets, super convenient! Alipay, WeChat Pay, or UnionPay QuickPass have launched limited-time ride offers. Activate the MTR ride code now to enjoy the benefits, and travel around Hong Kong easily and conveniently!

Without further ado, here are the must-visit waterfront spots for you.

01. First stop of the Hong Kong Island waterfront trendy tour: Exhibition Centre Station

Arriving in the morning, the first recommended spot is the Wan Chai Waterfront Promenade. It's just a 5-minute walk from Exhibition Centre Station Exit B. The Ferry Pier themed area features a minimalist exposed concrete style, with photo frames characteristic of Wan Chai—perfect for taking photos.

Walking a bit further, you'll see the colourful Water Sports and Recreation themed area, themed after "Chocolate Rain" created by renowned local illustrator Miss Fatina Kong. It's full of cute and artistic vibes.

The waterfront area features a rail-free "coastal steps" design, allowing you to sit on the steps and get close to the waterfront. Here you can also pedal swan boats along the Victoria Harbour shore, enjoying the sea breeze and the beautiful harbour view.

Second stop of the Hong Kong Island waterfront trendy tour: Fortress Hill East Coast Park Precinct

Take the Island Line from Admiralty Station to Fortress Hill Station, then walk about 7 minutes from Exit A. East Coast Park is a recent hot spot in Hong Kong, with photo-worthy spots everywhere. Here is Hong Kong's first breakwater open to the public. The rail-free design lets you walk directly to the large rocks by the shore and sit to watch the sea—very romantic.

At the end of the breakwater, the "Little Dome" is also a photo spot. It was originally a tunnel ventilation shaft, visible from afar. Connected to the "Little Dome" is the "Flowing Victoria Harbour" large art installation, made of 30,000 colourful bottle caps, floating like waves, very unique. At the end of the breakwater, you can enjoy a 360-degree sea view without blind spots. The view of Victoria Harbour from the eastern part of Hong Kong Island offers a different perspective!

In addition, the park has another popular photo spot: "Light of Hong Kong". It's a typographic art installation of "Victoria Harbour" in English. Using lights and colours, it presents the dazzling harbour, and the hollow design allows you to step inside the artwork to take photos.

Third stop of the Hong Kong Island waterfront tour: Kennedy Town Station

From Kennedy Town Station (Island Line) Exit A, walk about 6 minutes to reach the Kennedy Town Waterfront Promenade. Besides being a great leisure waterfront space, you can enjoy a 180-degree view of West Kowloon, the Rambler Channel Bridge, and the Tsing Ma Bridge, as well as a stunning sunset view.

Near the promenade, there is %Arabica from Kyoto. The café features a Japanese minimalist style with a white exterior and floor-to-ceiling windows, forming a beautiful scenery by the sea.

Upstairs is a great place to relax. A row of seats facing the sea lets you sip coffee while enjoying an unbeatable sea view—perfect for some downtime. By the way, I highly recommend the iced latte, which tastes absolutely amazing.

Oh, and if you're a photography enthusiast, don't miss the Sai Wan Swimming Shed. It's about a 16-minute walk from the café or from Kennedy Town Station Exit C. At the entrance, walk down the stairs. First, you'll hear the sound of waves hitting rocks. A few more steps, you'll see a small wooden bridge. At the end of the bridge, you can go into the water for a swim—that's the swimming shed.

The Sai Wan Swimming Shed is the last remaining swimming shed in Hong Kong. But many people come specifically to take photos, especially during sunset when the view is breathtaking. The wooden bridge stretches straight from the shore into the sea, like a secret path leading to the ocean, letting you immerse yourself in the sea. During sunset, strolling lightly on the wooden boardwalk, you can get great shots in no time.

How can a trip to Hong Kong miss the dazzling night view? Then on the way back, head to the Central Waterfront Promenade!

From Central Station Exit A, walk about 10 minutes to reach the Central section of the Central and Western District Promenade. At the Hong Kong Observation Wheel on the Central Waterfront, you can take a ride on the 60-metre-high wheel and enjoy the brilliant night view of Victoria Harbour, experiencing the world-renowned skyline.

The Central Waterfront Promenade connects to Tamar Park. Walking slowly from Central Pier, you'll see the colourful buildings across the harbour, with dazzling lights. If you catch the "A Symphony of Lights" light and music show starting at 8 pm sharp, the scene transforms into a performance stage, with lights shimmering to the beat—truly spectacular.

As the saying goes, "All lines pass through Admiralty." The Central Waterfront Promenade connects to Tamar Park. It's just a few minutes' walk from Tamar Park to Admiralty Station. You can enter this super interchange station via Admiralty Station Exit E and take the East Rail Line back—very convenient.

Whether in the morning or at night, Hong Kong Island fully unleashes its charm. The extension of the East Rail Line to the Hong Kong Island side has made transportation incredibly convenient, allowing you to travel anytime and experience the allure of Hong Kong Island.

In fact, there are many more places worth visiting in Hong Kong. Now, with the East Rail Line directly connecting, shopping and sightseeing can be done in one seamless trip. Being out and about is totally stress-free, which really boosts the happiness of travelling. There's also the newly launched "Go Hong Kong by MTR" app, which lets you check routes, first and last train times, etc., before your trip, so you can plan your itinerary well and not waste a single minute of your travel.

Alright, action speaks louder than words. Are you ready to set off on the East Rail Line?