Hong Kong Street Food Tour with Locals - Dim Sum, Wonton & more

Hong Kong , China

Hong Kong Street Food Tour with Locals - Dim Sum, Wonton & more

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About this experience

No dietary accommodations. Focus: authentic local experiences.

1. Historic Chinese Quarter
Sheung Wan: Historic heart where Hong Kong began. Walk dried seafood hubs like Wing Lok Street (shark fin, bird’s nest trade). Learn how these alleys shipped laborers globally, fueling the city’s rise from 19th-century opium hub to financial center.

2. Authentic Local Eats
Where locals truly eat:
• Cha Chaan Tengs: "Silk-stocking" milk tea & French toast
• Noodle masters: Shrimp wontons in flounder broth
• Dim Sum spots: Bamboo-steamed har gow’s evolution
• Herbal tea stalls: "24 Flavors" at 1950s social hubs

3. Taste History Directly
At 7-8 stops:
✓ Eat 10+ dishes: BBQ pork, egg tarts, egg waffles
✓ See imperial ingredients: HKD$200K/catty cordyceps
✓ Debunk myths: "Silk-stocking tea" secrets
✓ Connect food-history: How scarcity birthed Cha Chaan Teng

Available options

Full Day Hong Kong Island

Peak Tram Included<br/>Duration: 5 hours<br/>Food Tour Lunch included

Hong Kong Street Food Tour with Locals - Dim Sum, Wonton & more

What's included

Professional local guide

Street Food Tasting

Detailed itinerary

Savor har gow dumplings steamed in bamboo baskets—discover how imperial-era dim sum evolved from Silk Road fuel to today's bustling MTR snack culture.

Explore Hong Kong’s dried seafood market and discover prized delicacies like shark fin, bird’s nest and cordyceps. Learn why these treasures became symbols of prosperity and Cantonese culinary tradition.

Savor Cha Chaan Teng classics: silky-smooth milk tea and crispy peanut butter French toast—Hong Kong’s ingenious postwar reinvention of Western comfort food.

Discover how 1953 Korean War trade embargo on China killed Hong Kong’s trade economy, pushing resourceful merchants to reinvent the city as a global financial center—turning pirate instincts into legitimate banking.

Watch Cantonese BBQ masters create char siu with glass-like crackling skin at historic Possession Point—where chefs perfected recipes as British forces claimed Hong Kong in 1842.

Bite into Hong Kong’s iconic egg tart— Once a lard-pastry innovation by 1920s Cantonese chefs, distinct from Portuguese custard cousins.

Sip traditional 'toxin-clearing' herbal brews like Five Flowers tea—a communal ritual embodying Traditional Chinese Medicine’s balance-focused philosophy for Hong Kong’s climate.

Wonton noodles evolved from bite-sized theater snacks to hearty bowls of shrimp-packed dumplings in amber monkfish broth—a refugee chef’s reinvention of a 2,000-year-old dumpling tradition.

Chinese Tea House – Handle HK$80,000 aged pu-erh tea cakes and learn ritual brewing in unglazed clay pots. where decades of flavor layers unlock over multiple infusions

Hong Kong’s iconic egg waffle—born from 1950s ingenuity using leftover lard and cracked eggs, now celebrated for its crisp lattice shell and creamy center.

What's not included

Hotel pick-up and drop off

Gratuities

Available languages

Guide guide

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Important information

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Not suitable for vegetarian

Halal food will not be provided

A moderate amount of walking is involved

This tour is subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund

Meeting point

Sheung Wan MTR Station Exit E2

Please remember to look for the exit on the platform when you get off the train at Sheung Wan station, since you can't go back to Exit E once you get to the concourse level for Exit A-D.

Important notes

Please meet your guide at Sheung Wan MTR Station Exit E2 (Street Level)

About Hong Kong

Hong Kong is a vibrant metropolis where modern skyscrapers coexist with ancient temples and lush nature. Known for its bustling streets, world-class cuisine, and stunning harbor views, it offers a unique blend of Eastern and Western cultures.

Top Attractions

Victoria Peak

Victoria Peak offers breathtaking panoramic views of Hong Kong. The Peak Tram is a historic funicular railway that takes visitors to the summit.

Nature 2-3 hours HKD 130-200 (Peak Tram and Sky Terrace)

Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade

This waterfront promenade offers stunning views of Victoria Harbour and the Hong Kong skyline. It's a popular spot for the Symphony of Lights show.

Scenic 1-2 hours Free

Hong Kong Disneyland

A magical theme park offering classic Disney attractions, shows, and character meet-and-greets.

Entertainment Full day HKD 619-919 (depending on season and ticket type)

Lantau Island

Lantau Island offers a mix of natural beauty and cultural sites, including the Big Buddha and Tai O fishing village.

Nature/Cultural Full day HKD 110 (Ngong Ping 360), HKD 30 (Big Buddha entrance)

Temple Street Night Market

A bustling night market offering a variety of goods, from clothing to electronics, as well as street food and entertainment.

Shopping 2-3 hours Free to enter, prices vary

Must-Try Local Dishes

Dim Sum

A variety of small dishes served in bamboo steamers, including dumplings, buns, and rolls.

Breakfast/Brunch Vegetarian and vegan options available.

Roast Duck

Crispy-skinned duck roasted to perfection, often served with pancakes, hoisin sauce, and cucumber.

Lunch/Dinner Not suitable for vegetarians or vegans.

Egg Waffles

Bubble-shaped waffles made from an egg-based batter, often served with ice cream or custard.

Dessert Vegetarian.

Mango Pudding

A creamy, gelatin-based dessert made with fresh mango puree.

Dessert Vegetarian.

Popular Activities

Hiking Kayaking Rock climbing Spa treatments Yoga Beach lounging Temple visits Museum tours

Best Time to Visit

October to December

This period offers pleasant weather with lower humidity and clear skies, making it ideal for outdoor activities and sightseeing.

18°C to 25°C 64°F to 77°F

Practical Information

Language

Official: Chinese (Cantonese)
Widely spoken: English
English: Widely spoken, especially in business and tourism

Currency

Hong Kong Dollar (HKD)

Time Zone

GMT+8

Electricity

220VV, 50HzHz

Safety Information

Overall Safety Rating: Generally safe

Hong Kong is generally safe, with low crime rates and a well-developed infrastructure. However, petty crime and scams can occur, especially in tourist areas.

Important Precautions:

• Be cautious of your belongings in crowded areas
• Use reputable tour operators and taxis
• Be wary of strangers approaching you with petitions or games

Getting there

By air

Hong Kong International Airport • 34 km from city center

By train

Hung Hom Station, West Kowloon Station

By bus

China Travel Service Terminal, CITS Terminal

Getting around

Public transport

The MTR is clean, efficient, and widely used. It's the best way to get around the city.

Taxis

Available • Apps: Uber, Didi

Rentals

Car, Bike

Neighborhoods

Central Kowloon Wan Chai Sheung Wan Mong Kok

Day trips

Macau

60 km • Full day

A former Portuguese colony with a rich history and a mix of European and Chinese architecture.

Lantau Island

20 km • Full day

A scenic island with a mix of natural beauty and cultural sites, including the Big Buddha and Tai O fishing village.

Shenzhen

30 km • Full day

A modern city with a mix of shopping, dining, and entertainment options, as well as historic sites.

Festivals

Chinese New Year • January/February (varies by lunar calendar) Tung Choi Wai Ching Chiu Festival • April (varies by lunar calendar) Dragon Boat Festival • June (5th day of the 5th lunar month)