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Star Ferry Pier, Hong Kong

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Star Ferry Pier

Kowloon Point, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China
852-23677065
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View from the Star Ferry
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Ranked #8 of 82 activities in Hong Kong
4.5 of 5 stars 2141 Reviews
Type: Ferries/ Boats
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: <1 hour
Traveler Description: National Geographic has called it one of the 50 places to visit during a lifetime.  The Star Ferry is considered a heritage and cultural treasure for... more »
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Melbourne, Australia
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93 reviews 93 reviews
28 attraction reviews
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20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
“You just have to !”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 17, 2013 NEW

No visit to Hong Kong is complete without at least one trip on the Star Ferry. For HK$2 (or $2.50 for upper class) you get to ride across the harbour on a piece of history. It runs with Chinese efficiency and has some lovely touches such as the bench seats where the backs are moveable so you always sit facing... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Star Ferry”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 12, 2013 NEW

If you purchase a Big Bus Ticket for Hong Kong Island, the Star Ferry crossing and The Peak are included! And you get a 2 hour tour where you can hop on and hop off at any of the schedule stops! Great value for money!

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Jakarta, Indonesia
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“A short cruise”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed June 12, 2013 NEW

I just used it as a way to travel from Kowloon to Hong Kong Island Very easy and very cheap... At Hong Kong Island, it connect to IFC Mall, so very convenient for me...

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“A must”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 11, 2013

One has to travel on the Star Ferry, from Kowloon to Central, to experince life before there were tunnel, or MTR's and now bridges to transport one from Hong Kong Island toKowloon and now Lantau as well. Travelling on the Star ferry will give you the taste of Victoria Habour and all that it has to offer. Inaddition, you can... More

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London, United Kingdom
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“This is a Must”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 9, 2013

You can take the Ferry from 2 different departure points to TST! It leaves from with Wan Chai or Central. The journey is quick and you will need to keep your eyes peeled on both sides to see the most kong sights. You my see junks, to steamers, to cruise ships to cargo vessels, all within the space of few... More

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Sydney, Australia
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“Awesome”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed June 4, 2013

We happened to ride the star ferry on the fare free day (sponsored by big businesses), but even at full fare, this would still be one of the bargains of the century. A good vantage point to view one of the most scenic harbour cities in the world. Make sure you go on the upper deck for the view. Oh... More

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Vancouver
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37 attraction reviews
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“A must”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 2, 2013

With Hong Kong tearing down most of it's past it is wonderful to see an 'antique' still chugging along . The actual ferry ride is so quick it is difficult to absorb all that is going on . People watching , the fabulous views of the skyline , water traffic and the touch that I love , the uniforms of... More

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New York City, New York
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3 attraction reviews
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“SPECTACULAR VIEWS from BOTH sides of the Harbor! Must Ride!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 1, 2013

I have taken the Star Ferry at least a dozen times ( Round Trip) and every time is never a disappointment. Traveling with the locals and people from all over the world across one of the most famous harbors in the world is Magnificent unforgettable experience ! The skylines from both sides of the harbor are amazing. Go at different... More

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Cardiff, United Kingdom
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35 attraction reviews
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“Still a Great Boat Ride”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 31, 2013

The Star Ferry is old but retains its character and is a delight to ride from Hong Kong Island across the Bay to Kowloon. On Wednesday this week it was free, celebrating its anniversary. Try to ride both day and night especially just on 8pm when the light show starts.

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Leeds, United Kingdom
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Brilliant”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2013

One of the easiest ways to get from Hong kong side to Kowloon side, The views are awesome and there you can use your octopus card.

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