Top 5 Must-Visit Highlights in Hong Kong and Macau | Convenient ATM Cross-Border Cash Withdrawal Services
By / MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team
Taiwanese travelers love visiting Hong Kong and Macau, with over 70% choosing independent travel. This is partly because Hong Kong and Macau are close to Taiwan with frequent flights, and partly because their tourism industries are highly developed—offering delicious food, fun activities, beautiful sights, and plenty of great shopping options that keep Taiwanese tourists coming back again and again. Some even make day trips just to enjoy a bowl of instant noodles in Hong Kong or afternoon tea at The Peninsula Hotel. According to statistics from Taiwan’s Tourism Bureau in 2015, over 2 million Taiwanese visit Hong Kong and Macau each year. Using
financial cards to withdraw cash freely makes travel and shopping smoother. High-quality ATM services were launched on January 10, 2017, and the number of ATMs offering cross-border cash withdrawals will increase to 300 in the future—a major boon for travelers heading to Hong Kong and Macau. This article introduces five must-visit highlights in Hong Kong and Macau. Don’t forget to bring your
financial card when traveling abroad to make the most of your trip to Hong Kong and Macau.
“A Symphony of Lights,” with its dazzling display, was once listed in the Guinness World Records for its grand scale. (Photo / MOOK)
1. Tsim Sha TsuiAn international tourist hub blending culture and commerce
When visiting Hong Kong, Tsim Sha Tsui is a must-see destination. It offers a diverse and exciting range of shopping options, as well as world-famous daytime and nighttime views of Victoria Harbour. How can you visit Hong Kong without coming here? Victoria Harbour includes attractions like the Avenue of Stars and boasts stunning night scenery. The nightly “A Symphony of Lights” is a must-visit spectacle for tourists. The historic 1881 Heritage is a beautifully preserved European-style building, designated as a Hong Kong statutory monument in 1994—it’s a photography spot not to be missed. The area is packed with large department stores and luxury boutiques along Nathan Road and other boutique streets. Harbour City is Hong Kong’s largest shopping mall and a hub for luxury brands. Food options range from local Hong Kong dishes to international cuisine, from Michelin-starred restaurants to street snacks. Don’t miss iconic spots like Lan Fong Yuen, Macau Café, Lei Garden, and Maxims Bakery, as well as sweet tooths’ favorites like Lady M at Harbour City and afternoon tea at The Peninsula Hotel. You could easily spend an entire day exploring Tsim Sha Tsui.
Maxims Bakery, with decades of history, has multiple branches in Hong Kong. Mango Pomelo Sago is a must-try dessert. (Photo / MOOK)
There are three ATMs in Tsim Sha Tsui offering cross-border withdrawal services, all located in the popular Midland Building on Nathan Road—a shopping hotspot where visitors can take full advantage.
2. Causeway Bay | A Hub of Fashion and Trend
Causeway Bay is filled with department stores, malls, and boutique shops, featuring many internationally renowned and trendy brands. If you’re looking to shop in Hong Kong, this is a must-visit destination. Times Square is the most popular mall in Causeway Bay, often showcasing seasonal installations and offering a wide selection of brands, cosmetics, and food. International tourists can find everything they need here. Sogo Department Store in Causeway Bay is also a long-time favorite among locals, where you can find great Hong Kong-made souvenirs like Eternal cakes from Yuen Long.
Causeway Bay Times Square is a famous shopping destination in Hong Kong. (Photo / MOOK)
In the Causeway Bay area, there are two ATMs offering cross-border withdrawal services in Wing Kwong Building on Yee Wo Street, close to Hennessy Road and Jardine’s Crescent. Nearby, you’ll find Forever 21, Kam Wah Cafe, Sogo Department Store, and the Causeway Bay MTR station—extremely convenient.
Eternal Cake Shop’s wife cake is a well-known Hong Kong souvenir. (Image source / Eternal Cake Shop, Hong Kong)
3. Mong Kok | A Youthful Paradise for Shopping and Food
Also a hub for shopping and food, Mong Kok has a more youthful and vibrant atmosphere. While it doesn’t focus on high-end international luxury brands, places like Ladies’ Market, Sneaker Street, and Mong Kok Centre—along with open-air stalls—offer an authentic Hong Kong shopping experience. Medium to large malls like Langham Place house popular youth-oriented brands such as b+ab, I.T., and Salad. Langham Place also features Hong Kong’s longest indoor escalator, which goes all the way to the top floor, with large open spaces hosting various exhibitions and events. Other popular shopping spots include Hollywood Plaza, Million Centre, Trendy Zone, and City’super—bustling destinations where you can find accessories and quirky items. For budget-conscious shoppers, New Town Plaza in Mong Kok is known as Hong Kong’s version of Taipei’s Shi Fen Pu.
Langham Place, designed by Brian Honda—who worked on Tokyo’s Roppongi Hills—boasts a grand, bright atmosphere. (Photo / MOOK)
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