DDHK. ORG – Star Ferry is quite well known in circles traveler. As main icon Hong Kong, it has been in operation for over a century.
Star Ferries or The Star Ferry Company is the operator of passenger ferry services and a tourist attraction in Hong Kong. Its main route carries passengers along Victoria Harbour, between Hong Kong Island and Kowloon.
The company was founded in 1888 as the Kowloon Ferry Company, adopting its current name in 1898.
The fleet of 12 ferries currently operates two routes (previously 1 April 2011 4 routes) in the port, carrying over 70.000 passengers per day, or 26 million per year.
Although the port is criss-crossed by rail and road tunnels, the Ferry continues to offer cheap crossings.
The company's main route is between Central and Tsim Sha Tsui.
The company was ranked No.1 in the “Top 10 Most Attractive Ferries” in a poll by the Society of American Travel Writers (“SATW”) in February 2009.
Well, this Ferry crossing in Victoria Harbor is an important part of the mode of transportation between Hong Kong Island and Kowloon.
“Star” Ferry has been the first and only public transport operator in Hong Kong to provide free service to seniors aged 65 and over since 1992.
Apart from providing cheap and safe services to the public, the "Star" Ferry also serves as a tourist destination in Hong Kong that you shouldn't miss.
National Geographic Traveler even included the "Star" Ferry Ride as one of the "50 Places of a Lifetime", as well as being one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world.
Sip a cup of drink while relaxing and enjoying the beautiful view from the boat. Feel the cool sea breeze while you sunbathe on the open deck.
Cruise along Tsim Sha Tsui, Central, and Wan Chai and see all the popular seaside attractions!
Ready to sail the seas and see around beautiful Hong Kong? Take a night cruise and gaze at the beautiful lights of Hong Kong. [DDHK News]
