Budget Travel Guide to Hong Kong: Save Big on Your Trip
Plan a trip to Hong Kong on a tight budget with costs as low as HKD 1,520 (about SGD 267) per person for 3-4 days, excluding flights, covering food, transport, attractions, and budget stays.[1]
This Budget Travel Guide to Hong Kong Budget: for Saving Money shares actionable tips for budget Hong Kong travel, perfect for Singaporeans seeking cheap HK travel. As Homejourney prioritizes trust and safety in all recommendations, we verify tips from reliable sources to help you save money Hong Kong style while exploring affordable Hong Kong.
Why Visit Hong Kong on a Budget & Best Time from Singapore
Hong Kong blends skyscrapers, markets, and culture at low costs—think free skyline views and street eats under HKD 50. It's ideal for quick escapes from Singapore, with direct flights from Changi taking just 4 hours.
Visit October to December for mild weather (20-25°C) and festivals like Chinese New Year prep, avoiding peak summer rains. From Singapore, Scoot or AirAsia offers return flights from SGD 200-300 if booked early.[1][2]
Insider Tip: Singaporeans get 90-day visa-free entry—pack light and use Homejourney's trusted resources for seamless planning, just like we verify property deals for safety.
Getting There & Currency Tips for Budget Travelers
Fly budget carriers from Singapore to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG). Upon arrival, skip pricey taxis (HKD 300+) for the A21 bus to Tsim Sha Tsui (HKD 33, 45 mins).[1]
Exchange SGD to HKD at Changi Airport for rates around 1 SGD = 5.8 HKD, or use fee-free cards like YouTrip. Get an Octopus Card (HKD 150 deposit, refundable) for MTR, buses, and ferries—top up HKD 250 for 3-day unlimited rides including Airport Express.[1]
Money-Saving Hacks
- Book Peak Tram roundtrip online for HKD 86 (save 20%).[1]
- Star Ferry across Victoria Harbour: HKD 4-5, iconic and cheaper than trams.[2][3]
- Free shuttles in Macau day trips from HK outer islands.
Top Budget Attractions & Free Experiences
Hit Victoria Peak via tram (HKD 86 RT), Avenue of Stars (free Symphony of Lights at 8pm), and Kowloon Park (free).[1][3]
Ngong Ping 360 cable car: Standard up (HKD 200+), crystal down for views—budget hack: combo tickets online. Tian Tan Buddha and Po Lin Monastery are free atop.[1][2]
Mong Kok markets for bargains, Dragon’s Back hike (free, MRT to Shek O).[3] Disneyland (HKD 519 discounted) if splurging, but skip for ultra-budget.[1]
Affordable Accommodation Guide
Stay in Tsim Sha Tsui or Mong Kok guesthouses at HKD 300/night (SGD 52) per person sharing—clean spots near MTR Exit A1.[1]
Hostels in Sham Shui Po (HKD 150-200) offer markets and vibe. Book via trusted platforms; Homejourney verifies property details similarly for Singapore investors seeking safe stays.
Cheap Food & Dining: Street Eats Under HKD 70
Dim sum breakfast HKD 40, beef brisket noodles HKD 50-70 in Tsim Sha Tsui.[1][4] Mong Kok street food: egg tarts, curry fish balls (HKD 20).
Food courts at CityGate Outlets or Venetian Macau (HKD 70 meals). For more, check Homejourney's Best Budget HK Food: Save Money Eats Homejourney's Best Budget HK Food: Save Money Eats .
Local Tip: Temple Street Night Market for HKD 30 skewers—haggle like a pro.
3-Day Budget Itinerary: Total HKD 1,520/Person
Day 1: Arrival & Kowloon
Airport A21 bus (HKD 33), check-in (HKD 150), Tsim Sha Tsui walk/Kowloon Park (free), Peak Tram (HKD 86), Avenue of Stars/Symphony Lights (free), dinner HKD 70.[1]
- MTR Central (HKD 10.5).
Day 2: Disneyland or Macau Day Trip
MTR Disneyland (HKD 15.5 + HKD 519 entry) or free Macau shuttles: Venetian, Senado Square (lunch HKD 70), Parisian.[1][2]
Mong Kok shopping/dinner (HKD 70-100).
Day 3: Ngong Ping & Depart
MTR Tung Chung (HKD 19.5), bus Ngong Ping (HKD 17.5), Buddha/Monastery (free), lockers HKD 60, brunch HKD 70, airport MTR HKD 15.5.[1]
5-Day Extended Itinerary for Deeper Savings
Follow the 3-day, add Day 4: Ocean Park (HKD 400+ discounted), Day 5: Tai O fishing village via bus from Ngong Ping, Wong Tai Sin Temple (free).[2][4]
Total ~USD 771 (SGD 1,000+) including flights/hotels for groups.[2] Use hop-on-hop-off bus (HKD 72/day) or private charter (HKD 54/person for 6).[2]
Practical Tips: Safety, Transport & Visas
Safe for solo travelers; use Octopus for contactless MTR (HKD 5-23/ride). Download Citymapper app. Visa-free for Singaporeans.
At Homejourney, we emphasize safety—like verifying Singapore properties via Projects Directory —apply here: stick to lit areas at night, watch pickpockets in markets.
From Hong Kong to Singapore: Real Estate Opportunities
Many Hong Kong visitors eye Singapore for stable property investments. With HKD weakening vs SGD, diversify via Homejourney's Property Search for verified HDB/condos.
Check Bank Rates for mortgages; expats love our transparent platform. Link to our pillar: Hong Kong Budget Travel Guide: Save Money Tips by Homejourney Hong Kong Budget Travel Guide: Save Money Tips by Homejourney .
FAQ: Budget Hong Kong Travel
Q: What's the cheapest way to get around Hong Kong?
A: Octopus Card with 3-day unlimited MTR + Airport Express for HKD 250.[1]
Q: Can I do Hong Kong under SGD 300 excluding flights?
A: Yes, HKD 1,520 (SGD 267) covers 3 days for two sharing.[1]
Q: Best free attractions in budget Hong Kong?
A: Symphony of Lights, Avenue of Stars, Kowloon Park, hikes like Dragon’s Back.[1][3]
Q: Is Hong Kong safe for Singaporean solo travelers?
A: Very safe; use MTR, avoid isolated alleys. Homejourney verifies tips for trust.
Q: How to save on food in cheap HK travel?
A: Street eats HKD 20-70; markets in Mong Kok/Sham Shui Po.[1][3]
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