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Hong Kong ParkvsHappy Valley Racecourse
Both Hong Kong Park and Happy Valley Racecourse are rated highly by travel writers. On balance, Hong Kong Park ranks marginally better than Happy Valley Racecourse. Hong Kong Park scores 87 with positive reviews from 4 reviewers including Lonely Planet, Fodor's and Michelin Guide.
Hong Kong Park
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Time Out
19 Cotton Tree Dr, Central, Hong Kong
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Fodor's "A welcome respite from the Central skyscrapers occupies the site of Victoria Barracks, a garrison; the buildings from 1842 and 1910 still stand." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"The Hong Kong Squash Centre has some of the most modern facilities, with 18 courts bordering Hong Kong Park in Central." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"The park is home to two interesting sights: the Museum of Tea Ware and the Edward Youde Aviary, which boasts more than 800 bird species."
Time Out "This giant, 80,000 square metre paradise in the middle of the city is the ideal place to relax." Full review
Happy Valley Racecourse Fodor's
Concierge
Travel + Leisure
Condé Nast Traveler Lonely Planet
The Telegraph
U.S. News & World Report
Wan Chai District, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong
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Fodor's "The biggest attraction east of Causeway Bay for locals and visitors alike is this local legend, where millions of Hong Kong dollars make their way each year." Full review
Concierge "Hong Kong locals are horse-racing fanatics—so it's no surprise that this track, an oasis of green lit by giant floodlights at night, sits right at the heart of the city."
Travel + Leisure "Even if you have zero interest in horse racing or gambling, you must—must—attend a horse race if you really want to understand Hong Kong culture." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The best time to experience the track is at night, when thousands of spectators fill the stands and watch from the balconies of surrounding high-rises. " Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"An outing at the races is one of the quintessential Hong Kong things to do." Full review
The Telegraph "Everyone goes to Happy Valley at least once." Full review
U.S. News & World Report4.0
"Horse racing is the only legal form of gambling in Hong Kong, making Happy Valley one of the few places where you are allowed to gamble in the city. " Full review
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Even if you're not into betting, you should visit this local institution simply for the electric atmosphere, not to mention the surrounding city skyline, which sparkles once the sun goes down.
