Ma Wan 1868: From a fishing village to a destination for hipsters

Looking for a local half-day trip to Hong Kong, want to be casual and have a bit of hipster vibe? Ma Wan is definitely a little sea island trip you can’t miss! Not far from the city, convenient transportation - from Tsuen Wan, Kwai Fong, Tsing Yi, Central can be directly reached by bus, whether weekdays or weekends are easy to arrange, and you can enjoy history, culture, art, religion, food and other elements, especially recommended to go at dusk, so that the sunset sea view screen hidden in your heart!

🖼️ Itinerary highlights: A variety of formats, colorful huts, old village history, mural avenue, religious buildings and Ma Wan's long-term humanity, and a must-visit photo hotspot. Ride the sunny weather and satisfy your body and mind by going around the island!

Inventory of attractions in Ma Wan:
1. Ma Wan 1868
📍33 Percy Road, Ma Wan, Hong Kong
⏰ 10:00-21:00
A must-visit for literary youth! The exterior wall of Ma Wan 1868 is mottled, take the right sunlight, colorful huts and sunlight shadows hit the layers of mottled images, natural photo wall 👍, inside there is a handmade market, specialty shops, snacks and drinks, you can sip a cup of coffee to feel the slow life of the town.

2. Ma Wan Park Monument Museum & Ma Wan Park
📍Ma Wan, Hong Kong
⏰ 08:00-18:00
You can learn a lot about the history and natural ecology of Ma Wan by taking a slow walk in Ma Wan Park. The heritage museum preserves the characteristics of the village's past life, and there is also an exhibition of ancient trees and cultural relics, which is especially suitable for walking slowly with your family.

3. Tin Hau Ancient Temple
📍38 Ma Wan Avenue, Ma Wan, Hong Kong
The small, over 100-year-old Tin Hau Temple is the center of faith for Ma Wan people, where they can feel the most primitive and simple religious culture in the land. There are several old-fashioned snack shops in Temple Front Avenue. After walking around, you can find a shop to eat a bowl of noodles.

4. Missionary Society Ma Wan Church
📍Ma Wan, Hong Kong
The church looks modern, walk through the exterior walls to feel the architectural beauty, tranquil atmosphere, occasional community activities, see the church to know the diverse face of Ma Wan.

5. Fangyuan Bookstore
A must-visit for young people to check in! Retro Chinese architecture, admire the window flowers and wooden structures, sometimes there will be arts and cultural activities or exhibitions, you can take a book and sit on the straw mat in the garden to read two pages, slowly settle the mood of the city ~

Itinerary Tips & Thoughts:
The most beautiful scene in Ma Wan must be at dusk! The island overlooking the Tsing Ma Bridge, the ocean, and colorful huts blend together is fantastic. It is recommended to bring a small amount of drinks, remember to wear a hat and sunscreen. Ma Wan is not big, so the trip is suitable within half a day. If you are tired from walking, you can always go to the specialty cafe to recharge.

Transportation Guide:
From the city, take a bus directly to Ma Wan (Transfer at MTR Tsuen Wan Station, Kwai Fong Station, Tsing Yi Station, Central Pier), then walk around the island, and ferry or taxi from Tsuen Wan. The main attractions are close to each other, 10-20 minutes walk is enough!

Food Recommendations:
Walk to Ma Wan Village Avenue, many neighborhood snack shops have authentic wonton noodles, fish balls, glutinous rice dumplings - Ma Wan 1868 small shop has coffee and snacks, near the park has a dessert station is also worth a try!

Feature Tips:
- Remember to check the return bus schedule in advance, there will be more people at dusk
- Remember to bring a jacket to protect yourself from the sea breeze while taking pictures in the sun
- Weekends are more crowded, if you want to be quiet and feel the hipster atmosphere can choose weekdays

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