Hong Kong Island

Star Ferry

天星小輪

The world's most beautiful (and affordable) commute.

Since 1888, these green-and-white ferries have been the pulse of Victoria Harbour. For just a few dollars, you get a front-row seat to the city's cinematic skyline, accompanied by the smell of salt air and the rhythmic chugging of a diesel engine.

Time needed: 10 minutes

Best time: Sunset or 8 PM for the 'Symphony of Lights' show.

Ideal for: Budget travelers, photographers, romantic wanderers.

Star Ferry crossing Victoria Harbour during the day

Nostalgic, breezy, and timeless

National Geographic once named this one of the '50 places of a lifetime.' It’s more than transport; it’s a sensory bridge between the old-world charm of Tsim Sha Tsui and the glittering power of Central.

The wooden reversible slats on the seats are a design classic — flip them to face the direction of the wind and the view.

Highlights

Panoramic harbour views
Heritage wooden interiors
The sea breeze experience

Know before you go

Sit on the upper deck for better views, or the lower deck to be closer to the waves and hear the engine's roar.
The Tsim Sha Tsui to Central route is the most iconic.
Use your Octopus card for the smoothest boarding experience.

Nearby

Tsim Sha Tsui Clock Tower
Harbour City shopping
IFC Mall (Central side)

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