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Don’t forget to buy Hong Kong Dollars (HKD) before your departure to Hong Kong.
The idea of discovering Hong Kong has fascinated you, and you are now planning a trip to this beautiful country? This trip is not that expensive and if you speak English, you will have no problem travelling to this destination. To make the most of your adventure, we always advise you to find out the most you can about the country. Most importantly, find out where you can use your bank cards and where cash is more commonly used. The official currency is the Hong Kong dollar (HKD). It is recommended that you check the GBP HKD exchange rate before your departure to get the best deal. We advise you to plan a budget beforehand so you know how much travel money you should bring along.
Practical tips for planning your budget
For your trip to Hong Kong, plan on a daily budget of HK$350 per day per person. This includes your food, accommodation, transport and some sightseeing.
Depending on the time of year and the city, it will cost you about 60 hkd for a meal in a restaurant.
150 HKD
Average cost of a one night stay in Hong Kong
80 HKD
Average food budget per person per day
Good to know
Some price indications in Hong Kong
4 to 10 HK$ for the centre and up to 25 HK$ for farther destinations
A public transport ticket
26 HKD
The price of a cup of coffee
50 HKD
Octopus card for transport
10 - 40 HKD
A portion of stinky tofu
24 HKD
A taxi ride
30 HDK/Exihibition
to the Hong Kong Museum of Art
Some suggestions for your trip
- The victoria peak will allow you to overlook Hong Kong and have a panoramic view of the bay, the forests and the skyscrapers.
- If you are travelling with your family and children, take them to Ocean Park, we can assure you that they will have a great time.
- Discover Hong Kong's specialties by going to the Temple Street night market.
- To get a feel for the Hong Kong culture, start by visiting the beautiful temple of wong tai sin.
- Hong Kong offers many places to enjoy for the nightlife enthusiast. If you want to have a drink with your friends and discuss your day, the place to go is 'Lang Kai Fong'.
Some facts about the Hong Kong Dollar
Denominations of the Hong Kong Dollar
Notes: 10 HKD, 20 HKD, 50 HKD, 100 HKD, 500 HKD and 1000 HKD
Coins: 10¢, 20¢ 50¢, 1 HKD, 2 HKD, 5 HKD and 10 HKD.
The Hong Kong dollar was first created in 1860.
Depending on the issuing bank, we can find several drawings on the notes: Po Lin Monastery, Tsing Ma Bridge, Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Victoria Harbour, Victoria Point, photos of Hong Kong from the 1850s, 1890s, 1930s, 1970s and 2000s among others.
Why buy Hong Kong Dollar from ChangeGroup?
ChangeGroup is a leader in the currency exchange market and financial services since 1992. To facilitate the exchange of your currency, the company has set up many exchange bureaus in the UK. During your visit in one of our exchange bureaus or on our website you will discover a wide range of 60 currencies. For your GBP HKD exchange, you just have to go to one of our exchange bureaus or order your currencies on our website to get a better rate and 0% commission. You may also be interessted by our home delivery service? Yes we do deliver your travel money at your doorstep in 24h and for only £ 11.95. Your GBP HKD exchange will be done easily and quickly. ChangeGroup offers a Buy-Back guarantee for only £ 5.99 that allows you to sell your remaining currency to us after your trip, so do not be reluctant on the amount of travel money you want to get.
Traveling soon?
Here's how to easily exchange your money:
1. Choose your currency
Determine the amount you need & enjoy our best price deals online
2. Select delivery method
Choose between branch pick-up and free next day home delivery. Create an account and finalise your order.
3. Receive travel money
Pick-up your currency from one of our branches or have it delivered conveniently at your doorstep. Enjoy your trip!