Last updated 2024-04-11
Hung Hom
Hung Hom is located in the southeastern part of the Kowloon Peninsula in Hong Kong, spanning the districts of Kowloon City and Yau Tsim Mong. This area includes Hung Hom Bay, Whampoa, Tai Wan, Hok Yuen, and Lo Lung Hang, as well as attractions like Hung Hom Ferry Pier and the Waterfront Garden. Hung Hom Promenade is a beautiful waterfront promenade that connects to the Tsim Sha Tsui Waterfront Garden, where visitors can enjoy spectacular views of Victoria Harbour, making it a great place for leisurely strolls. Furthermore, Hung Hom is adjacent to bustling areas like Tsim Sha Tsui and Causeway Bay, providing tourists with a diverse range of entertainment and shopping options.
Places
The Polytechnic University of Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, abbreviated as PolyU, is located in Hung Hom, Hong Kong. Its history dates back to 1937, and after several developmental phases, it officially attained university status in 1994. PolyU has shown impressive performance in global university rankings, including the QS World University Rankings, Times Higher Education World University Rankings, and U.S. News & World Report's Best Global Universities Rankings. It comprises nine colleges, covering a wide range of disciplines, and maintains close ties with the business and industrial sectors. PolyU's programs and research are predominantly application-oriented, with a focus on nurturing applied talents. Its strategically located campus, well-equipped facilities, and commitment to practical education make it an ideal place for academic and career exploration.
Hung Hom Station
Hung Hom Station is a significant railway interchange station in Hong Kong, connecting the MTR East Rail Line and the Tuen Ma Line. The station also serves as the terminus for high-speed intercity through-train services between Hong Kong and various cities in mainland China. Originally known as Kowloon Station, it was opened in 1975 and later renamed Hung Hom Station in the 1990s. Hung Hom Station underwent a major renovation between 2021 and 2022 to accommodate the growing passenger demand and railway expansion, solidifying its position as a crucial transportation hub in Hong Kong.
Cross Harbour Tunnel
The Hong Kong Cross-Harbour Tunnel is the first vehicular tunnel that connects Hong Kong Island and the Kowloon Peninsula. It is one of the busiest tunnels globally, traversing Victoria Harbour to provide rapid connections between Hung Hom and Wan Chai, both of which are situated in bustling areas. The tunnel offers a convenient route for public transportation, with relatively low tolls, attracting a significant number of users. With the vibrant development of transportation in Hong Kong, the Cross-Harbour Tunnel has become a crucial transportation hub within the city, providing an efficient means for travelers to cross the harbor.
Whampoa Garden
Whampoa Garden is a large private housing estate located in the Hung Hom area of Kowloon, Hong Kong. It was developed by a real estate subsidiary of Hutchison Whampoa, a prominent conglomerate. The estate was built between 1985 and 1991 and consists of 88 16-storey residential high-rise towers. Whampoa Garden is recognized as one of Hong Kong's top ten blue-chip private housing estates and is considered a flagship estate in the western part of Kowloon. It attracts middle-class residents and features a shopping area within the estate known as "The Whampoa." The estate boasts a prime location near Victoria Harbour, convenient transportation with easy access to the MTR station on foot, and a wealth of facilities, providing a convenient and comfortable living environment.
From Airport to Popular Destinations
From Airport Concourse to The Polytechnic University of Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, abbreviated as PolyU, is located in Hung Hom, Hong Kong. Its history dates back to 1937, and after several developmental phases, it officially attained university status in 1994. PolyU has shown impressive performance in global university rankings, including the QS World University Rankings, Times Higher Education World University Rankings, and U.S. News & World Report's Best Global Universities Rankings. It comprises nine colleges, covering a wide range of disciplines, and maintains close ties with the business and industrial sectors. PolyU's programs and research are predominantly application-oriented, with a focus on nurturing applied talents. Its strategically located campus, well-equipped facilities, and commitment to practical education make it an ideal place for academic and career exploration.
From Airport Concourse to Hung Hom Station
Hung Hom Station is a significant railway interchange station in Hong Kong, connecting the MTR East Rail Line and the Tuen Ma Line. The station also serves as the terminus for high-speed intercity through-train services between Hong Kong and various cities in mainland China. Originally known as Kowloon Station, it was opened in 1975 and later renamed Hung Hom Station in the 1990s. Hung Hom Station underwent a major renovation between 2021 and 2022 to accommodate the growing passenger demand and railway expansion, solidifying its position as a crucial transportation hub in Hong Kong.
From Airport Concourse to Cross Harbour Tunnel
The Hong Kong Cross-Harbour Tunnel is the first vehicular tunnel that connects Hong Kong Island and the Kowloon Peninsula. It is one of the busiest tunnels globally, traversing Victoria Harbour to provide rapid connections between Hung Hom and Wan Chai, both of which are situated in bustling areas. The tunnel offers a convenient route for public transportation, with relatively low tolls, attracting a significant number of users. With the vibrant development of transportation in Hong Kong, the Cross-Harbour Tunnel has become a crucial transportation hub within the city, providing an efficient means for travelers to cross the harbor.
From Airport Concourse to Whampoa Garden
Whampoa Garden is a large private housing estate located in the Hung Hom area of Kowloon, Hong Kong. It was developed by a real estate subsidiary of Hutchison Whampoa, a prominent conglomerate. The estate was built between 1985 and 1991 and consists of 88 16-storey residential high-rise towers. Whampoa Garden is recognized as one of Hong Kong's top ten blue-chip private housing estates and is considered a flagship estate in the western part of Kowloon. It attracts middle-class residents and features a shopping area within the estate known as "The Whampoa." The estate boasts a prime location near Victoria Harbour, convenient transportation with easy access to the MTR station on foot, and a wealth of facilities, providing a convenient and comfortable living environment.
Buildings
- HOP YEE BUILDING
- POLYU STUDENT HALLS OF RESIDENCE (HOMANTIN)
- WHAMPOA ESTATE
- ALLIANCE PRIMARY SCHOOL WHAMPOA
- SITE 1 JUNIPER MANSIONS, WHAMPOA GARDEN
- LAGUNA VERDE
- BACODE CENTRE
- BAKER RESIDENCES
- BAKER VIEW
- BERKELEY BUILDING
- BERTORA BUILDING
- BILLION COURT
- HUNGHOM GARDENS
- KA WAI CHUEN
- ROYAL PENINSULA
- SITE 10 BANYAN MANSIONS, WHAMPOA GARDEN
- SITE 11 BAUHINIA MANSIONS, WHAMPOA GARDEN
- SITE 2 CHERRY MANSIONS, WHAMPOA GARDEN
- FOCAL INDUSTRIAL CENTRE
- FOK LIN BUILDING
- HUNG HOM BAY CENTRE
- LOONG KING MANSION
- LUX THEATRE BUILDING
- WHAMPOA BUILDING
Restaurants
- Cheung Wing Restaurant
- Harbour Grill
- Pizza-Box (蕪湖街)
- Man Hong
- Man Lei Loi Fast Food
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Robatayaki
- Sun Kee Congee
- Tak Cheong Fastfood
- The Promenade
- The Sesame
- Sun King Sea Food Chinese Restaurant
- Genki Sushi
- Saint Honore Cake Shop
- Café de Coral
- Wing Lai Yuen Sichuan Noodles
- UCC Vienna Cafe
- Fairwood
- Maxim's Cake Shop
- Kentucky Fried Chicken
- Kee Wah Bakery
- Old Man Hot Pot
- Promenade Restaurant
Hong Kong MTR/Bus and Other Transportation Service
Light Rail
The Light Rail, also known as the Light Rail Transit (LRT),officially the North-West Railway, is a light rail system in Hong Kong, serving the northwestern New Territories, within Tuen Mun District and Yuen Long District. The system operates over 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) standard gauge track, using 750 V DC overhead power supply. It was once one of four systems comprising the KCR network in Hong Kong, before the MTR–KCR merger in 2007. It has a daily ridership of about 483,000 people.
Kowloon Motor Bus
The Kowloon Motor Bus Company (1933) Limited (KMB) is a bus company operating franchised services in Hong Kong. It is the largest bus company in Hong Kong by fleet size and number of bus routes, with over 4000 buses and 420 routes. It is a subsidiary of Transport International.
MTR
The railway network in Hong Kong consists of nine different railway lines, covering the major areas and suburbs of Hong Kong. These lines include the Island Line, Kwun Tong Line, Tsuen Wan Line, Tseung Kwan O Line, East Rail Line, Tuen Ma Line, South Island Line, Tung Chung Line, and Airport Express.
Star Ferry
The Star Ferry is a passenger ferry service operator and tourist attraction in Hong Kong.[1] Its principal routes carry passengers across Victoria Harbour, between Hong Kong Island, and Kowloon. The service is operated by the Star Ferry Company, which was founded in 1888 as the Kowloon Ferry Company, and adopted its present name in 1898.
Ngong Ping 360
Ngong Ping 360 (Chinese: 昂坪360) is a bicable gondola lift on Lantau Island in Hong Kong. Intended to improve tourism to the area, the aerial lift was previously known as Tung Chung Cable Car Project before acquiring the Ngong Ping 360 brand in April 2005.
Citybus
Citybus Limited is a bus company which provides both franchised and non-franchised service in Hong Kong. The franchised route network serves Hong Kong Island, cross-harbour routes, North Lantau, Hong Kong International Airport, Kowloon, New Territories, Shenzhen Bay Port and Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macau Bridge Hong Kong Port.
Tram
Hong Kong Tramways (HKT) is a 3 ft 6 in (1,067 mm) narrow-gauge tram system in Hong Kong. Owned and operated by RATP Dev, the tramway runs on Hong Kong Island between Kennedy Town and Shau Kei Wan, with a branch circulating through Happy Valley.
Peak Tram
The Peak Tram is a funicular railway in Hong Kong, which carries both tourists and residents to the upper levels of Hong Kong Island. Running from Garden Road Admiralty to Victoria Peak via the Mid-Levels, it provides the most direct route and offers good views over the harbour and skyscrapers of Hong Kong. Operated since 1888, it was the first funicular railway in Asia.
Sun Ferry
Sun Ferry Services Company Limited, more widely known as Sun Ferry and formerly New World First Ferry Services, is a ferry service company in Hong Kong. The company was established in November 1999, when it took over the eight licensed ferry routes transferred from Hongkong and Yaumati Ferry in January 2000.
Hong Kong & Kowloon Ferry
Hong Kong & Kowloon Ferry Ltd (HKKF) is a ferry service company in Hong Kong. It was formed by a number of shipping and shipbuilding firms, and was incorporated in Hong Kong in February 1998.
New Lantao Bus
The New Lantao Bus Company (1973) Limited, commonly known as New Lantao Bus or NLB, is a franchised bus company operating in Hong Kong. It mainly operates bus routes on Lantau Island.
Ma Wan Bus
Park Island Transport Company Limited (PITCL) is a non-franchised bus company in Hong Kong. Established in 2002, it operates bus and ferry services between Ma Wan Island and other parts of Hong Kong territory.
Discovery Bay Bus
Discovery Bay Bus is a bus company in Hong Kong, operated by Discovery Bay Transportation Services Limited, a subsidiary of Hong Kong Resort International, the developer of Discovery Bay. It provides 24-hour internal and external transportation services for parts of Discovery Bay on Lantau Island. Due to the traffic control measures implemented since the opening of the Discovery Bay Tunnel, which serves as the main access point to Discovery Bay, restricting the passage of other vehicles, Discovery Bay Bus is the only organization that offers land-based public transportation services in the Discovery Bay area.
Sun Bus
Sun Bus is a subsidiary of Transport International Holdings Ltd. It specializes in providing various non-franchise bus services, including village bus services, employee and student shuttle services, shopping mall shuttle buses, and cross-border bus operations.
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