Updated Jan 27, 2026
KEY STATS
1.2M
Population
427 Mbps
Internet
Asia/Hong_Kong
Timezone
HKG (28km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Hong Kong Island dazzles with neon-soaked hikes up Victoria Peak and harbor ferries slicing through skyscraper canyons. Nomads flock to its world-class connectivity, co-working towers, and 24/7 dim sum scene for non-stop hustle. Subtropical humidity fuels the relentless energy of this finance-fueled powerhouse.
QUICK FACTS
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Food
2,909 restaurants mapped in Hong Kong Island
Tech
427 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
A major city with a population of 1,195,529
INFRASTRUCTURE
27,646 total POIs
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
2,909
Cafes
537
Bars
221
Fast Food
668
Shopping
Supermarkets
360
Convenience
822
Shopping Malls
398
Healthcare
Hospitals
44
Clinics
301
Pharmacies
208
Education
Schools
966
Universities
72
Libraries
71
Recreation
Parks
1,283
Playgrounds
487
Sports
1,332
Cinemas
41
Museums
51
Theatres
39
Transport
Bus Stops
6,871
Train Stations
211
Fuel Stations
121
Services
Banks
536
ATMs
102
Post Offices
108
Police
53
Fire Stations
52
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
427 Mbps
Download
318 Mbps
Upload
6ms
Latency
261,786
Tests
70,724
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Mar - Nov
16°
J
17°
F
19°
M
22°
A
24°
M
26°
J
27°
J
26°
A
24°
S
22°
O
19°
N
17°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 21.7 C Range: 16.3 - 27.1 C Rain: 2,845 mm/year Sunshine: 2,816 h/year
CITY SCORES
87.1
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
62.0
Overall
AIRPORT
HKG
Hong Kong International Airport
28 km from center
~50 min ride
FUN FACTS
Hong Kong Island is an island in the southern part of Hong Kong.
The island, known originally and on road signs simply as "Hong Kong", had a population of 1,289,500 and a population density of 16,390 per square kilometre (42,400/sq mi), as of 2023.
It is the second largest island in Hong Kong, with the largest being Lantau Island.
Hong Kong Island forms one of the three areas of Hong Kong, with the other two being Kowloon and the New Territories.
In 1842, following the Qing dynasty's defeat at the First Opium War (1839–1842), Hong Kong Island was formally ceded in perpetuity to the United Kingdom under the Treaty of Nanking.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Hong Kong Island known for?
Hong Kong Island dazzles with neon-soaked hikes up Victoria Peak and harbor ferries slicing through skyscraper canyons. Nomads flock to its world-class connectivity, co-working towers, and 24/7 dim sum scene for non-stop hustle. Subtropical humidity fuels the relentless energy of this finance-fueled powerhouse.
How fast is the internet in Hong Kong Island?
Hong Kong Island has an average download speed of 427 Mbps and upload speed of 318 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Hong Kong Island?
Hong Kong Island has an average year-round temperature of approximately 21.7 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Hong Kong Island?
Hong Kong Island is served by HKG (Hong Kong International Airport), approximately 28 km from the city center.
What is the population of Hong Kong Island?
The population of Hong Kong Island is approximately 1.2M.
What infrastructure does Hong Kong Island have?
Hong Kong Island has 27,646 mapped points of interest, including 2,909 restaurants, 44 hospitals, 966 schools.
What country is Hong Kong Island in?
Hong Kong Island is located in Hong Kong.