Taste of Old Hong Kong: Kowloon City Private Walking Food Tour

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Location

Yunnan

Duration

3 hours

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Max 15 guests

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible, Stroller Accessible

Language

Chinese, English

Location

Yunnan

Duration

3 hours

Group size

Max 15 guests

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible, Stroller Accessible

Language

Chinese, English

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US$532.77 per guest

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Adult x1

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Step beyond the tourist trail and eat your way through Kowloon City, Hong Kong’s legendary epicenter of heritage street food and living history on this immersive 3 hour private walking tour. Begin among the Qing-dynasty gardens and evocative relics of the former Kowloon Walled City before diving into the vibrant neighborhood grid alongside your dedicated local guide for a curated culinary feast. Across eight hand picked stops (also customisable to your likes), you will savor artisanal bouncy cuttlefish balls, warm 368-layer flaky egg tarts, and nostalgic tea cafe staples at an authentic cha chaan teng, alongside an unhurried, multi-basket dim sum feast fresh from the bamboo steamers. Along the way, explore a revitalized 1930s Chinese medicine dispensary, indulge in traditional stone-ground Cantonese sweet soups, and grab fresh-baked neighborhood buns—all while unlocking the fascinating stories, dining etiquette, and culinary roots that define authentic Hong Kong eating culture.

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Dress code is smart casual
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible; please advise at time of booking if wheelchair assistance is required
A maximum of 4 people per booking
Disclaimer: All stops are subject to change depending on availability.

Hotel or port pickup and drop-off

Private guide

Street Food samples

Soft drinks

Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Private transportation to/from attractions

Meals

30 minutes · Admission Ticket Included

Kowloon Walled City Park

Lobby of your hotel, Seaport, Airport or point of your choice within the city of Hong Kong Heading over to Kowloon City first for an overwhelming amount of street food to start with. But first heading to Kowloon Walled City park to understand the backgrounds of the area At this site, a Qing military stronghold became Kowloon Walled City, an enclave in political limbo. Post-war, refugees and residents crowded homes, workshops and shops into narrow lanes, forming community ties amid hardship. Demolished in the 1990s, it became a Chinese-style garden park in 1995. The restored Yamen and South Gate remains recall its own past. Today the Yamen hosts Kowloon Walled City: A Cinematic Journey, with sets and props from Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In, evoking the enclave’s streets and daily life.

Lobby of your hotel, Seaport, Airport or point of your choice within the city of Hong Kong Heading o…

20 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Wong Ming Kee

Wong Ming Kee is an old-school noodle specialist famous among Kowloon locals for its Chiu Chow–style offal and bouncy cuttlefish balls. Signature Items: Cuttlefish balls (mak yu yuen) and pig intestine flat rice noodles. Tour Tip: Reviewers recommend trying their house-made Chiu Chow chili oil, which adds aromatic heat to the broth. Experience: Casual, fast service counter with quick turnaround times suitable for a brief stop.

Wong Ming Kee is an old-school noodle specialist famous among Kowloon locals for its Chiu Chow–style…

10 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Queen Sophie

Queen Sophie is a boutique bakery that elevated the classic Hong Kong egg tart by creating a distinct multi-layered puff pastry crust. Signature Items: 368-layer flaky puff pastry egg tarts and Portuguese pastel de nata. Walking Tour Perk: Portable, warm takeaway tarts that make an easy hand-held snack as you walk between streets. Other Pastries: Apple tarts, cheese tarts, and flaky savory puff bakes.

Queen Sophie is a boutique bakery that elevated the classic Hong Kong egg tart by creating a distinc…

15 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Luen Fat Restaurant

Luen Fat Restaurant is a classic cha chaan teng situated on Hau Wong Road in Kowloon City, known for serving hearty, comfort-style Cantonese diner fare in an authentic, bustling neighborhood setting. Signature Dishes: Their most celebrated offerings include the silky scrambled egg with char siu (barbecued pork) over rice, seasonal clay pot rice with Chinese sausage, and traditional Hong Kong-style milk tea and iced lemon tea. Vibe & Atmosphere: It delivers an old-school tea cafe atmosphere with booth seating, quick service, and friendly staff, making it a reliable casual stop for breakfast, lunch, or a mid-day snack.

Luen Fat Restaurant is a classic cha chaan teng situated on Hau Wong Road in Kowloon City, known for…

1 hour · Admission Ticket Free

Karful Dim Sum

Karful Dim Sum is a traditional neighborhood dim sum house situated along Hau Wong Road, known for its long opening hours spanning from early morning to late at night. Specialties: Classic bamboo-steamer favorites including har gow (shrimp dumplings), siu mai, steamed spare ribs with black bean sauce, and pan-fried radish cakes.

Karful Dim Sum is a traditional neighborhood dim sum house situated along Hau Wong Road, known for i…

15 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Tai Wo Tang Cafe

Tai Wo Tang Cafe is a preserved 1930s traditional Chinese medicine dispensary revitalized into a cafe and light Cantonese-fusion eatery. Atmosphere: Features original wooden medicine cabinet drawers (baak ji gwai), vintage iron gates, and historical plaques. Signature Bites & Sips: Herbal-infused teas, milk tea-inspired lattes, and local twists on Western-Cantonese brunch snacks. Tour Stop: A great midway sit-down point to soak in neighborhood heritage architecture.

Tai Wo Tang Cafe is a preserved 1930s traditional Chinese medicine dispensary revitalized into a caf…

20 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

TEI MOU KOON Dessert

TEI MOU KOON Dessert is one of Kowloon’s most famous traditional Cantonese dessert (tong sui) parlors, bustling late into the night. It serves classic sweet soups cooked slowly in stone pots to achieve a silky consistency. Signature Items: Freshly ground walnut paste, rich black sesame soup, and almond tea with egg white. Refreshing Options: Mango pomelo sago and tofu pudding (douhua), served warm or chilled. Vibe: Lively and fast-paced, offering a sweet palate cleanser after savory fried snacks.

TEI MOU KOON Dessert is one of Kowloon’s most famous traditional Cantonese dessert (tong sui) parlor…

10 minutes · Admission Ticket Free

Cherry Bakery Cake Shop

Cherry Bakery Cake Shop is an authentic neighborhood bakery turning out fresh, affordable Cantonese bread and baked goods early from the morning through the evening. Signature Items: Freshly baked pineapple buns (bolo bao), cocktail buns stuffed with sweet shredded coconut, and wife cakes (lo po beng).

Cherry Bakery Cake Shop is an authentic neighborhood bakery turning out fresh, affordable Cantonese…

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Julie mAugust 2018 • Viator

Can not fault this tour. We had the...

Can not fault this tour. We had the best time, had a great tour guide Jacky was fantastic,saw lots of sights, ate great food, went to out of the way places off the tourist trail and saw things we would never have found with a tourist map. This is a highly recommended tour and the company is highly recommended. This is not a cookie cutter tour because you genuinely see the sites as a local, with a local!!

CharityNovember 2017 • Viator

Better late than never...My father...

Better late than never...My father, sister and I really enjoyed our walk with Jacky around the different markets in Kowloon last August. We've been to Hong Kong several times but this was the first time we tried a culinary tour. Jacky gave detailed descriptions of each place we visited. He was very patient in answering our questions. We weren't that much interested in street food. We told him what we wanted to eat roasted goose and he brought us to Starz Kitchen at Mong Kok for a big lunch. W...read more

Randall HJanuary 2017 • Viator

A great tour with a very...

A great tour with a very knowledgeable guide. Jackie provided us with an unforgettable experience in Hong Kong.