It is healthy for you as a teenager to get away from the hustles of schoolwork and helping at home occasionally to catch some fun alone or with your friends. It helps in shaping you into a well-rounded individual and keeping your mental health in check. Besides, the teenage years are the best to create beautiful memories before responsibilities of life come knocking.
Thankfully, Hong Kong has a wide variety of ways that you can have a good time. The city is known all over the world for its glamour and beauty. The energy is thrilling and the beautiful sceneries that range from hiking trails, islands, forest-covered mountains, and beautiful beaches, breathtaking. You can be sure to get something to do that will be fun for you and your friends. Here are 4 tips for you.
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Ride around the city
Nothing beats taking a long ride on two wheels with the wind blowing over the shoulders, the smell of seawater, and a breath of fresh air. It is even more fun when done as a competition with friends. Of course, a riding adventure needs you to maintain high energies at all times, otherwise, it won’t be fun if you start tiring a few minutes into it. Rather than taking your regular bike, opt for a gas powered bicycle. This one will ensure that you ride longer without exhaustion.
Hong Kong may seem dense in the business districts, but it has some open roads that make it a biker’s paradise for bike enthusiasts. The open roads of the New Territories will take you high up the mountain to the green forests where you can enjoy the great sceneries on your motorcycle. You can also take the famous Clearwater Bay Road for a thrilling adventure.
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Play airsoft games
Teenagers and video games are almost synonyms. If you love playing video games with your friends at home, airsoft allows you to have the same experience and fun outside the home. There are centers in Hong Kong such as Red Alert in Tsuen Wan and Shooting Workshop in Cheung Sha Wan designed in different zones, featuring themes such as abandoned buildings, dusty old car parks, and outdoor fields among others. The game involves “killing” your opponents. The team that manages to “kill” everyone on the other team wins. You will love the atmosphere as teams cheer each other on and the rising adrenaline as you attack the opposition.
However, be sure to wear the right clothing and protective gear while at it. Those bullets can really hurt if you are wearing tight clothing.
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Go ice/roller skating
Ice Skating is another adrenaline-raising activity that will leave you longing for more. You will love balancing on skates and working out muscles while at it. Some of the best ice rinks in Hong Kong can be found at Megabox in Kowloon Bay, Elements in Tsim Sha Tsui, and Festival Walk in Kowloon Tong.
If you would rather go for something less dangerous, you can opt to try rollerblading. This is more like ice skating, but it promises to be mild on you in case you fall. If you are in for this adventure, you can get roller skating rinks at Kwun Tong, Tuen Mun, and Sai Kung among others.
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Explore the famous Nathan Road
Another way to have amazing fun in Hong Kong is to stroll along Nathan Road. With neon lights lighting the street, you can take a leisure walk with your friend, enjoy bubble tea at the bubble tea shops where most teens hang out.
If you love shopping, Hong Kong never disappoints in that area. A walk down Nathan Road unfolds numerous stores and shopping malls that you can sample what they offer. You can also visit the famous Temple Street Night Market or Mong Kok area to sample the specialized shopping streets and markets.
If you would rather go to a park and just relax, this road will lead you to Kowloon Park in downtown Hong Kong where you can enjoy the fresh air of one of the largest parks in the city.
If you want to visit someplace that is farther away, you can easily drive around, but make sure you have an international driver permit, so you don’t have to face any legal issues.
Conclusion
You can never run out of things to do as a teenager while in Hong Kong. If you are not exploring the city on foot, you can enjoy the scenery on a motorbike. You can also opt to see some greeneries or head to the waters to enjoy some games. The numerous activities are yours for savoring in this great city.
