Victoria Peak (The Peak)vsSik Sik Yuen Wong Tai Sin Temple
Both are highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, Wong Tai Sin Temple scores slightly higher than Victoria Peak. Wong Tai Sin Temple is ranked #1 in Hong Kong with positive reviews from 6 publications including Michelin Guide, Frommer's and Lonely Planet.
Victoria Peak (The Peak)
Fodor's
Concierge
Lonely Planet
Travel + Leisure
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
Michelin Guide
Time Out
U.S. News & World Report Travel + Leisure
1 Lugard Rd, Hong Kong
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Fodor's "As you step off the Peak Tram, a sharp intake of breath and bout of sighing over the view will cure the feeling that you left your stomach somewhere down in Central." Full review
Concierge "At 1,810 feet tall, Victoria Peak is Hong Kong's highest and most notable landmark, as well as its ritziest residential area."
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"Some 500m to the northwest of the Peak Tram terminus, up steep Mt Austin Rd, Victoria Peak (552m) is the highest point on Hong Kong Island." Full review
Travel + Leisure "This 1,800-foot mountain, whose looming peak is visible from almost all of Central district, doubles as the address for Hong Kong’s wealthiest residents." Full review
Afar Magazine "When in Hong Kong, it just must be done!" Full review
Afar Magazine "If the weather cooperates, the view from the top of Victoria Peak, which is also simply called the Peak, will make your day." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"From the summit, the view extends as far as the New Territories and the panorama is breathtakingly hypnotic at night, when the city blazes with neon lights." Full review
Time Out "One the must-see sights in Hong Kong, Victoria Peak provides views of one of the world's most famous skylines." Full review
U.S. News & World Report2.0
"Along with the Star Ferry, Victoria Peak, or simply "The Peak," is a must-visit attraction simply for its incredible views." Full review
Travel + Leisure "If you're looking for views over the city, nothing beats a trip up Victoria Peak, referred to simply as "The Peak"
Hong Kong Travel Guide
August 6, 2021
Sik Sik Yuen Wong Tai Sin Temple Fodor's Lonely Planet Travel + Leisure Michelin Guide
Atlas Obscura
Frommer's
2 Chuk Yuen Village, Wong Tai Sin, Kowloon, Hong Kong
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Fodor's "There's a practical approach to prayer at one of Hong Kong's most exuberant places of worship." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"An explosion of colourful pillars, roofs, lattice work, flowers and incense, this busy temple is a destination for all walks of Hong Kong society." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Visitors can also get a fortune telling through kao cim, the Chinese tradition of shaking a cylinder of bamboo sticks and decoding the fortunes on the one that falls out." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"In addition to his healing powers, Wong Tai Sin is renowned for bestowing good luck on his followers."
Atlas Obscura "Taoism, Buddhist and Confucianism are all represented in this temple that claims to answer anyone's wishes. " Full review
Frommer's "Located six subway stops northeast of Yau Ma Tei in the far north end of Kowloon, Wong Tai Sin is Hong Kong's most popular Taoist temple." Full review
