Hong Kong seems made especially for families, because there’s so much to do for kids of all ages, and not all of it means spending loads of money. You’ll want to prioritize, being sure also to schedule down time so little ones don’t run out of steam or to ramp it up to keep teenagers engaged. If you have more than a few days, be sure to check out my itineraries for additional suggestions, like the Temple Street Night Market that is sure to appeal to older kids in The Peak & Tsim Sha Tsui in-a-day itinerary.

Themes and Screams

Hong Kong’s biggest draw for families is—surprise!—Hong Kong Disneyland. While you might be reluctant to spend time seeing an American theme park in Asia, your little ones may override you, and in any case, there are attractions here you won’t find anywhere else, including Fantasy Gardens where tykes can meet up with famous Disney characters. Otherwise, my preference would be Hong Kong’s own Ocean Park, a combination theme park/aquarium with lots of aquatic animals to ogle, thrill rides that will make you scream your head off, scenic views of the South China Sea band more (I’ve even come here sans children, and I must confess I’ve always had a blast).