Hong Kong's trams run in two directions -- east and west. Starting from the westernmost station at Kennedy Town and heading east, here are some of the highlights of the 110-year-old tram system.
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Stop 1: Eastern Street, Sheung Wan —
The tram runs along Des Vouex Road West in Sheung Wan -- also known as "Dried Seafood Street." Eric Lee Tsun-lung, founder of tram fan club Hong Kong Trams Enthusiast, says the best time to visit is late morning or early afternoon, when vendors are busy laying out goods to dry in the sun.
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Stop 2: Ice House Street, Central —
Business center Central offers many photo ops. This photo was taken from the ground floor of Alexandra House. The pedestrian bridge crossing the road at Alexandra House is a great spot to photograph the tram cruising through traffic or past these skyscrapers.
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Stop 3: Bank Street, Central —
One stop away (or a short walk from Ice House Street station), Bank Station offers a classic shot of Hong Kong's cityscape. The former Legislative Council Building, with its colonial architecture, is opposite the station.
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Stop 4: Luard Road, Wan Chai —
Once infamous for its sleazy nightlife, Wan Chai has in recent years transformed into a hipster playground with a booming food and shopping scene. A walk around the Star Street Precinct (packed with shops and galleries), a food tour along Ships Street or a historical walk to the Blue House clusters and Hung Sing Temple are great ways to see the neighborhood.
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Stop 5: Percival Street, Causeway Bay —
Hong Kong's shopping center, Causeway Bay is crammed with people 24-7. The most famous spot to feel the city's high-density energy is the pedestrian crossing in front of SOGO shopping mall. Another great photo spot is on the circular bridge over Yee Wo Street, near Sugar Street.
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Stop 6: Chun Yeung Street, North Point —
Any tram heading to North Point runs through Chun Yeung Street, which features one of the most interesting wet markets in Hong Kong. The tram runs right through the middle of the market. This shot was taken from the front row seats on the tram's upper deck.
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Stop 6: Chun Yeung Street, North Point —
In the past, vendors set up their stalls right in the middle of the road. Today, they stick to one side or the other.
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Stop 7: Tai On Street, Sai Wan Ho —
The Tai On Building sits near the end of the tram's eastbound route. The unassuming blue and yellow building contains a hidden cave of delights for street food lovers.
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Stop 7: Tai On Street, Sai Wan Ho —
Indoor corridors beneath the Tai On Building have been turned into a food market open every evening till late, with vendors serving curry fish balls, imitation shark's fin soup and "cart noodles."
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Getting on and off —
Passengers board the tram from the rear door and exit from the front, where they pay HK$2.30 (U.S. 30 cents). Riders can use an Octopus card on all trams.
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Classic details —
Hong Kong Tramways has slowly been revamping its trams, one by one. Improvements include the addition of extra handles and passenger information systems. However some older elements are reused, such as the controller and wheel -- both are more than 80 years old.
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Antique tram —
Tram no.120 is the oldest tram in operation. It was built in the 1950s and preserved in its original form, including the bamboo woven benches on the upper deck.
