# Hong Kong Sevens: what to do between sessions in Hong Kong

Source: https://eventweekends.com/culture/hong-kong-sevens/
Last checked: 2026-11-02

## In short

- **When:** 26 to 28 March 2027 (expected, not yet confirmed by the organiser)
- **Where:** Kai Tak Stadium, Hong Kong, about 3 km from the centre
- **Free time:** Gaps of two to four hours between screenings or shows, and whole days for companions.
- **Best base:** Tsim Sha Tsui and Wan Chai: Harbour and MTR.
- **Getting there:** Hong Kong airport (HKG) has the Airport Express to Central in 24 minutes.
- **Weather:** In March, Hong Kong averages highs of about 23°C and lows of 17°C, with roughly 72 mm of rain in the month. Expect about 12 h 13 min of daylight.
- **Top things to do:** Victoria Peak tram; Lantau Big Buddha and cable car; Dim sum and food tour

## Weather and what to pack

In March, Hong Kong averages highs of about 23°C and lows of 17°C, with roughly 72 mm of rain in the month. Expect about 12 h 13 min of daylight.
- A light rain jacket, just in case.
- Comfortable walking shoes and a small day bag.

## Airport to venue

Hong Kong airport (HKG) has the Airport Express to Central in 24 minutes.

MTR to Kai Tak.

## Where to stay

- **budget:** Mong Kok and Yau Ma Tei. Cheaper hotels near markets.
- **mid:** Tsim Sha Tsui and Wan Chai. Harbour and MTR.
- **luxury:** Central and Admiralty. Tower hotels.
- Hotels we would book: Ibis Hong Kong Central and Sheung Wan (budget), Hotel Indigo Hong Kong Island (mid), The Peninsula Hong Kong (luxury)

## Day plans for the free hours

### Between screenings or shows

A two- to four-hour gap: something close by.
- Half-day: Victoria Peak tram. Views over the harbour.
- Eat: Tim Ho Wan, Cheap Michelin dim sum

### A free day

For companions without a pass, or attendees taking a day off.
- Full day: Lantau Big Buddha and cable car. Cable car and monastery.

### Evenings

After the last show of the day.
- Evening: Harbour junk boat cruise. Symphony of Lights.
- Eat: Kam's Roast Goose, Roast meats

### Rainy day

Indoor backups.
- Rain or heat backup: M+ museum.
- Free: Star Ferry crossing (cheap).

## Tours worth booking

- [Victoria Peak tram](https://www.getyourguide.com/s/?q=Peak%20Tram%20tickets&partner_id=BJZNH3H&cmp=ew-md-hong-kong-sevens): Views over the harbour.
- [Lantau Big Buddha and cable car](https://www.getyourguide.com/s/?q=Ngong%20Ping%20360%20tickets&partner_id=BJZNH3H&cmp=ew-md-hong-kong-sevens): Cable car and monastery.
- [Dim sum and food tour](https://www.getyourguide.com/s/?q=Hong%20Kong%20food%20tour&partner_id=BJZNH3H&cmp=ew-md-hong-kong-sevens): Sham Shui Po or Central.
- [Harbour junk boat cruise](https://www.getyourguide.com/s/?q=Hong%20Kong%20junk%20boat&partner_id=BJZNH3H&cmp=ew-md-hong-kong-sevens): Symphony of Lights.
- [Macau day trip](https://www.getyourguide.com/s/?q=Macau%20day%20trip%20from%20Hong%20Kong&partner_id=BJZNH3H&cmp=ew-md-hong-kong-sevens): By bridge bus or ferry.
- [Hong Kong Disneyland](https://www.getyourguide.com/s/?q=Hong%20Kong%20Disneyland%20tickets&partner_id=BJZNH3H&cmp=ew-md-hong-kong-sevens): On Lantau.

## Where to eat

- Tim Ho Wan: Cheap Michelin dim sum
- Kam's Roast Goose: Roast meats
- Temple Street Night Market: Street food

## With kids

- Ocean Park.
- Science Museum.

## Rainy-day backups

- M+ museum.
- Palace Museum.

## Getting around

- MTR and Octopus card; Apple Pay works on gates.

## Questions people ask

### When is Hong Kong Sevens 2027?

The next edition is 26 to 28 March 2027, following the usual pattern. The organiser has not confirmed it yet.

### What is the weather like during Hong Kong Sevens?

In March, Hong Kong averages highs of about 23°C and lows of 17°C, with roughly 72 mm of rain in the month. Expect about 12 h 13 min of daylight.

### How do I get from the airport to Kai Tak Stadium?

Hong Kong airport (HKG) has the Airport Express to Central in 24 minutes. MTR to Kai Tak.

### Where should I stay for Hong Kong Sevens?

For most visitors the best base is Tsim Sha Tsui and Wan Chai: Harbour and MTR.

### What can we do between sessions at Hong Kong Sevens?

Good short outings in Hong Kong include Victoria Peak tram, Dim sum and food tour. See the day plans on this page for a full schedule.

### What is there for kids and families near Hong Kong Sevens?

Family-friendly picks: Victoria Peak tram, Lantau Big Buddha and cable car, Hong Kong Disneyland. Ocean Park.

### How far is Kai Tak Stadium from Hong Kong centre?

About 3 km in a straight line. MTR to Kai Tak.

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