Experts' Choice Award Aberdeen
What the experts agree on
Aberdeen's typhoon shelter still hosts traditional sampans and junks, though modern high-rises now dominate the skyline. The tree-lined promenade offers glimpses of Hong Kong's fishing heritage, but expect urban development rather than romantic
“Aberdeen's harbor contains about 3,000 junks and sampans, and each might be home to several generations of one family.”
– Fodor's
Lonely Planet "Aberdeen's main attraction is the typhoon shelter it shares with sleepy Ap Lei Chau , where the sampans of Hong Kong's boat-dwelling fisherfolk used to moor." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Tree-lined Aberdeen Promenade runs from west to east on Aberdeen Praya Rd across the water from Ap Lei Chau. " Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"The shores of this bay are now dotted with high-rise buildings. If you're expecting a romantic bay full of sampans you may well be disappointed."
