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Star Ferry Pier

Kowloon Point, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong, China
852-23677065
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As featured in 3 days in Hong Kong and 1 other guide
Ranked #8 of 79 activities in Hong Kong
Type: Ferries/ Boats
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: <1 hour
Traveller 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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Dongguan, China
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

It's so convenient and cheap. Plus you're away from the crowded mtr and you get a nice feel of the breeze as well. I always use it and prefer it as an alternative to the MTR when i'm in central and going to kowloon or vice versa.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

In a city that isn't cheap, this is one attraction that is. Very efficient service. Useful to be able to cross from Kowloon to either Central or Wan Chai, so you can do a loop or avoid using MTR. Good to do both day and night to get a different perspective on the city

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Perth, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

If visiting Hong Kong make sure you have at least one trip on the Star Ferry from or to Central to Kowloon. It is even better if you are a senior as there is no charge at all. Hong Kong is very caring of its seniors and extends that courtesy also to foreign visitors. It is almost a tradition in... More

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Columbus, Ohio, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Getting where we were going (from Kowloon to Central) felt like an experience in itself rather than a chore. We used the token machine and it was less than $1 for two of us to cross. Loved the view, even from the lower deck. Definitely recommended!

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Andover, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

This is well signposted and really is one of those unmissable things to do whilst in HK. There never seems to be more than a few minutes wait to board a ferry and a nice touch are the old style and very smart naval uniforms all the deck hands and dock workers wear. The views of either HK or Kowloon... More

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Bogota, Colombia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013 via mobile

We were lucky that on the day we used it UNIQLO was offering a free ride for everyone. It's cheap when you have to pay anyway. Great way to cross the bay with Ferries every few minutes. Fantastic views of both sides of the city.

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Reading, England, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

Cheap fare and great views while crossing the harbour. Definitely make sure you catch the Star Ferry instead of always getting the MTR to/from central. Make sure you board on the upper deck for the best views!

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Fredericksburg, Virginia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

This is a fun ride and you are able to see the skyline of both Hong Kong and Kowloon. It is cheap and his fun day or night.

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Lausanne, Switzerland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

To get to one of our evening location we had to decide between taxi and the star ferry and i'm really glad that we chose the ferry. It is very convenient and affordable and one of the quickest ways to get from Central to Kowloon. Views are amazing especially when you go around 8 pm and catch the lightshow.

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Ashtead, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

Ridiculously cheap fare. Although it's very short, it's a great trip. The boats are marvellous, fine examples of marine engineering, and it's more like joining the locals than a tourist ride.

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