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Golden Light on Mount Davis

Grab a late-afternoon snack near Kennedy Town, climb the ruins to catch the sun dipping below the horizon, and finish with a quiet drink in the city below.

Best time: 18:00About 120 min

Timeline

  1. 16:15

    點點心

    Pick up dim sum and tea at 點點心. It is open 24/7, so you can start early and beat the evening rush. This is a convenient base in the Kennedy Town area before you begin your climb.

  2. 16:45

    Mount Davis

    Walk up Mount Davis from the steps on Victoria Rd just west of Kennedy Town. The climb takes a while, but the abandoned Second World War gunnery fortifications are worth the effort. Explore the ruins as you gain height.

  3. 17:45

    Mount Davis Sitting-out Area No. 1

    Find the Sitting-out Area No. 1. This spot is just a short five-minute walk from the summit and faces WSW, perfectly aligned with the sunset. Settle in for the view as the sun sets toward the west-southwest.

  4. 18:30

    Yee Kee Restaurant

    Descend to Yee Kee Restaurant for dessert. Open from 18:00 to 03:00, it is the perfect place to rest your legs and enjoy a sweet end to the evening after the climb.

Local tip

The climb to Mount Davis is steep. Wear sturdy shoes and bring water. The ruins offer shade, but the exposure at the top can be windy.

Check before you go

  • Yee Kee Restaurant is closed on Saturdays. If you are visiting on a Saturday, choose a different spot or go earlier in the day.

Worth knowing

  • Yee Kee Restaurant is open at 18:30 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Su

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