District guide · Hong Kong

東區 Eastern District

The Eastern District occupies the northeastern part of Hong Kong Island and is a well-developed area with comprehensive transport, educational, and recreational facilities. Braemar Hill and Mount Parker are viewpoints within the district, while the Law Uk Folk Museum documents local heritage. The district holds appeal for those seeking parks, harbourside walks, and cultural attractions, though it functions primarily as a business and administrative centre.

Editorial responsibility: Elena Voss · Roavina Travel Editor

Practical information

Language spoken: Standard Chinese; regional languages are widely used; National practical orientation; regional and minority languages may also be used
Dialling code: +86 mainland · +852 Hong Kong · +853 Macao; International calling code; local area and mobile prefixes still apply
Currency: Renminbi (CNY); HKD and MOP in the SARs; Use the official local currency; card acceptance varies by place
Emergency number: 110 police · 120 medical on the mainland; Use only for an emergency; tourist assistance may use a separate number
Plug type: Type A, C and I · 220 V; Check that chargers support the recorded voltage before using an adapter
Tap water: Not recorded; No single verified statement covers mainland China and both SARs