The Ventris

As much a destination for social butterflies as it is for horse racing enthusiasts, the Happy Valley Racecourse holds weekly events that make for an excellent night out.

Why work out cooped up in a gym when you can jog along this centre’s running track for free? Just make sure it’s not a team training day when you visit.

The sports stadium in Hong Kong, this 40,000-seat venue has played host to an array of sporting events, including the East Asian Games and the Hong Kong International Cricket Sixes.

Founded in 1894, this cricket club is home to a range of facilities in addition to its cricket lawn such as tennis courts, a pool, a banquet hall, and a bar. Members can benefit from various social and sporting events that the club runs.

This indoor sports centre comprises a 3,500-seat arena, multi-purpose hall, a gym, and squash and badminton courts, making it a popular venue for both concerts and a variety of leisurely events.

A calming oasis in the heart of the city, this spacious park is home to a swimming pool, running trails, and plenty of greenery, making it the perfect place to relax. Watch the park transform during festivities such as the Mid-Autumn Festival and Chinese New Year.

Discover the story behind Hong Kong’s horse racing culture at this museum, which takes guests through the sport’s 150 years of history in the city, as well as its contributions to Hong Kong’s society and economy.

This museum presents the opportunity to soak up art and cultural heritage both. Housed in a 1930s Art Deco building, which is listed as a Grade 3 historical structure, it hosts a range of carefully curated exhibitions of cameras, books, and photos.

The largest library in Hong Kong and the Hong Kong Public Libraries’ flagship location, this 12-story, 9,400square metre building is home to a wealth of print, electronic, and audio-visual resources, all helpfully organised by floor. It’s conveniently located right next to Victoria Park.

Originating from a 100-year-old ritual that Tai Hang — then a farming and fishing village — used to drive away disaster and misfortune, the fire dragon dance is a fiery performance that takes place just before Mid-Autumn Festival.

The spiritual centre of the city’s 40,000-strong Hindu community, this temple sees the celebration of major Hindu festivals such as Diwali and Dussehra as well as an array of religions and social events, from meditation sessions to discussions

Unmissable for the massive TV screens and public displays and exhibitions running in the open courtyard at its entrance, this towering shopping centre and office complex is one of Hong Kong’s biggest shopping hubs. It’s known for its New Year’s Eve extravaganzas, too.

Completed in 2012, Hysan Place is a modern shopping mall with an array of restaurants and fashion and beauty boutiques. It’s also home to the three-storey book and lifestyle store Eslite.

Located along a picturesque, tree-lined avenue, this luxury shopping complex is filled with leading international fashion and jewellery brands. Families can enjoy dressing their little ones up to the nines on the children’s clothing floors.

This shopping centre boasts a range of shopping and dining options — most notably Japanese brands Uniqlo and Muji and South Korean store Aland. It’s also home to upscale gym Pure Fitness.

Buzzing cafes, restaurants and clothing stores spill onto the streets in this laid-back, casual location — the newest kid on the block amidst Causeway Bay’s shopping offerings.

A mainstay of Causeway Bay — and Hong Kong — since 1985, this is the Japanese-styled department store’s flagship location. Pay a visit to pick up fashion items, cosmetics, and even home ware and appliances. Maybe you’ll even scope a good deal or three, too.

This road is home to an array of dining options, from grill houses to Chinese-style seafood restaurants. Take a stroll and have a browse before deciding where to settle for lunch or dinner.

Shopping mecca Fashion Walk’s Food Street is filled with hip and casual cafes, dessert bars, and eateries, offering everything from Italian to Vietnamese fare.

Perched on top of towering Times Square is the shopping centre’s food court and collection of restaurants. Grab a table at the affordable food court, or try out one of the many Asian or Western establishments on hand.

A few minutes away from Times Square is Tang Lung Street, which is teeming with restaurants offering up an array of cuisines, from Japanese to Western food. Wander along the street or explore the lower floors of commercial complexes such as Midtown Soundwill Plaza II.

The next district over from Causeway Bay and closely located to Happy Valley, Tai Hang is a quaint neighbourhood that’s since livened up with plenty of new and trendy restaurants and cafes. Expect a cosier vibe here than nearby Causeway Bay, with equally delish dishes.