Tips for Solo Travel in Hong Kong

MEETING OTHER TRAVELERS
Hong Kong’s reputation for being the crossroads of the world means on any given night there’s events to meet both locals and expats. Check out Airbnb Experiences for off-the-beaten path activities to do with locals, and look up Meetup groups and Facebook events for local events. Because of their reputations as nightlife districts, you’ll find a lot of fellow travelers in pubs in Wan Chai, Soho, or Lan Kwai Fong.

FOOD TOURS - LEARNING THE ROPES OF STREET FOOD
I love doing Food Tours when I first go to a new city. I think it helps place their nightlife and food culture in context, and you also get tips on any local customs when it comes to ordering and eating. I’d recommend one of these, as they’re highly recommended and run by locals. In particular, it helps when knowing what to order both in street markets and on the sometimes overwhelming dim sum menus.

TRAVELING ALONE WHILE FEMALE
Hong Kong has one of the lowest crime rates in the world, and is considered very safe for female travelers. You don’t need to worry while walking around or out at bars at night, beyond the usual precautions (be aware of your surroundings, don’t leave drinks unattended, etc). If you’re worried about walking home at night, try to stay in a more populated area that’s close by a subway stop - trains stop running at midnight. Wan Chai, Central, and Soho are areas to look for. Also, if you visit in the summer, be aware that the country is a bit more conservative than the West, and while you won’t be harassed, you might get some unwanted stares if you’re showing a lot of skin.