The Complete Hong Kong Octopus Card & Transport Guide: Everything a Tourist Needs to Know
If you are planning how to get around Hong Kong , there is one tool you cannot live without: the Hong Kong Octopus card for tourists . It is more than just a transit pass; it is the heartbeat of the city’s daily life. What is it? The Octopus card is a reusable smart card used for nearly all public transport, including the MTR (subway), buses, ferries, trams (Ding Dings), and light rail . Beyond transport, it is accepted at convenience stores (7-Eleven/Circle K), supermarkets, fast-food chains, and even many vending machines. You simply "tap and go." Where to Buy Hong Kong International Airport: Arriving passengers can buy cards at the MTR Customer Service Centre or the "Buffer Halls" before reaching the arrivals hall. MTR Stations: Available at the Customer Service Centre of almost any MTR station. Types: You can choose between the Standard On-loan Octopus or the Sold Tourist Octopus (which features a unique HK-themed design). On-Loa...