For such a modern, hi-tech city it may seem odd that Hong Kong still has these ancient vehicles clanking around its streets. Nevertheless, trams have been rattling along the same tracks since 1904 and are as popular as ever. They are also a great way for visitors to tour along the north shore of Hong Kong Island, a route which is particularly exciting at night.

The trams run between Kennedy Town in the west and Shau Kei Wan in the east, via Central, Wan Chai and Causeway Bay (some going via Happy Valley; check the front of the tram).

You board the train at the back, and drop the money in the driver’s box ($2, $1 for senior citizens and children, no change given) when you get off. If you can get a seat upstairs the views of street life along the way are excellent. The so-called Peak Tram is, in fact, not a tram but a (historic) funicular railway and an essential trip for all visitors to Hong Kong