Tour operator
Hong Kong Foodie Tours
A food walking tour company whose Central and Sheung Wan tour visits six tasting stops for wonton noodles, barbecued pork, dim sum and egg tarts.
Walk in Hong Kong
A Hong Kong storytelling company founded in 2013 that runs walking tours on food, local living and history, covering neighbourhoods many visitors never see.
At a glance
- Type
- Cultural walking tours
- Area
- Sheung Wan, Hong Kong
- Official site
- walkin.hk
Good to know
- Small-group walks
- Private tours
- Workshops and talks
Why we recommend it
Walk in Hong Kong is a local tour company that describes itself as the city's beloved storyteller. It was founded in August 2013 by Paul Chi-yuen Chan, who is chief executive, with co-founders Haider Kikabhoy and Chung-wah Chow. The company's focus is on storytelling and on the lesser-known sides of the city, rather than the standard sightseeing circuit.
Tours are grouped around three themes: food, local living and history. That means you might spend a morning tasting your way through a neighbourhood, learning how residents live in older districts, or tracing the stories behind streets and buildings that most visitors walk straight past. Alongside public and private tours, the company runs workshops, training sessions and talks for visitors, educators and organisations.
The company has collected a range of awards. It won an HSBC Youth Business Gold Award in 2017, received a certificate of merit at the Hong Kong Awards for Industries in 2022 for its online virtual tours, and in 2024 won top honours in the Deeper into Hong Kong creative itinerary competition. It also co-presented the documentary To Be Continued, which received a Film of Merit at the Hong Kong Film Critics Society Awards.
Walks suit curious travellers, repeat visitors and anyone who wants context and stories rather than a checklist of sights. They are also a good choice for solo travellers who want to explore with a knowledgeable local guide. Check the website for the current programme, as routes, dates and languages vary, and book ahead where possible.
Because the company works with educators and organisations as well as visitors, it has experience presenting the city to very different audiences, so it is worth getting in touch if you have a particular interest in mind.
Practical tips are the same as for any walking tour in Hong Kong: wear comfortable shoes, bring water and an umbrella or sun hat depending on the season, and expect hills and steps in older neighbourhoods. Check the company's policy on typhoon and rainstorm warnings before you set out. The office is on Queen's Road Central in Sheung Wan, and the company can be contacted by phone for questions about private or group bookings.
Walk in Hong Kong FAQs
Who runs Walk in Hong Kong?
It was founded in 2013 by Paul Chi-yuen Chan, Haider Kikabhoy and Chung-wah Chow.
What kinds of tours are offered?
Walking tours themed around food, local living and history.
Does it offer private tours?
Yes. Alongside tours it runs private experiences, workshops, trainings and talks.
Where is the office?
Room A, 13/F, CNT Commercial Building, 302 Queen's Road Central, Sheung Wan.
How do you contact the company?
Call +852 5511 4839 or use the website.
Has it won awards?
Yes, including an HSBC Youth Business Gold Award in 2017 and a Hong Kong Awards for Industries certificate of merit in 2022.
Who are the tours for?
Curious travellers and repeat visitors who want stories and context.
What should you bring?
Comfortable shoes, water and rain or sun protection depending on the season.