Generally, Hong Kong Dollar or HKD (HK$) is the legal currency of Hong Kong. In Hongkong and Macau, Chinese currency (RMB) is acceptable by some of shops and restaurants as well. In most cases, Hong Kong Dollars are used, and US Dollars, Euros, Japanese Yen, and RMB can also be used.

1. Re: Can I use chinese yuan in Hong Kong & Macau? Not a good option. While many shops and restaurants will accept CNY for payment nowadays, they generally use very poor exchange rates.

China’s experimental digital yuan is not designed to replace US dollar’s global dominance, former central bank governor Zhou Xiaochuan said on Saturday, clearing up some misunderstandings about the country’s push for its digital sovereign currency.

How much money will you need for your trip to Hong Kong? You should plan to spend around HK$1,085 ($140) per day on your vacation in Hong Kong, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.

15 Hong Kong Products A Traveller Shouldn’t Miss

1. Jade. While pure jade is not for the light-of-pocket, the Jade Market in Yau Ma Tei – with its synthetic merchandise – offers an affordable alternative.
2. Original ChineseTea.
3. Chinese Mailbox.
4. Shrimp Paste.
5. Pinwheels.
6. Temple Charms.
7. McMug (Animation)
8. Asiatic Houseware.

There is no official dress code in Hong Kong, the country is not officially affiliated with any one religion and what you wear in and around the city is totally up to you.

9 Hong Kong breakfasts you have to try

• Macaroni soup with salted meat.
• Toast.
• Classic ‘western’ fry up.
• Milk tea.
• Congee.
• Gongzai noodles with fried egg and luncheon meat.
• Scrambled egg sandwich.
• Cheong fun.

There’s little violent crime in Hong Kong. You could encounter pickpocketing and street theft. Thieves target tourist spots and crowded places such as markets and trains. Take care of your belongings, especially in crowded places.