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Happy Valley Racecourse

Wan Chai District, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong, China
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Ranked #8 of 359 attractions in Hong Kong
Type: Horse Tracks
Activities: Gambling
Traveller Description:   Tickets can be purchased at the gate or the Hong Kong tourism Boardoffice at the Star Ferry in Kowloon, among other ticket issueing venues.  Happy... more »
Useful Information: Bathroom facilities, Wheelchair access, Stairs / lift
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Seattle, Washington
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 June 2013 NEW

There is such a neat mix of people. This was really a lot of fun. Betting is easy and automated - They let you see the horses up close before each race. Live music... Lot's of money and glitz... I ran into a couple US supermodels getting out of a huge stretch limo... Exotic cars - decent food...This was really... More

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Sanya, China
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

An attraction really not to miss in HK! Even if you dont like is a different experience, very interesting and a social point for all expat in HK. And it cost only 1 HKD to get in! No excuses!

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Pontypridd, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 June 2013 NEW

Our hotel was right next to the course .We were there for rugby reasons (the British Lions ) and to explore the city rather than horse racing but it seemed a Wednesday night Happy Valley experience had to be taken . This is one of the great world sporting venues even for non followers of racing like ourselves . Plenty... More

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Brisbane
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013 NEW

Recently, spent a Wednesday evening at Happy Valley on a tour I had booked through the Qantas website. We had a great night on this tour - great buffet dinner, beer/wine all inclusive. We were taken down to the finishing post and close to the horses. Would definitely recommend doing this even if you are not a racegoer.

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Towcester
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

One must experience the atmosphere of the Happy Valley Racecourse when there is a meeting, regardless if you love racing or not. To experience a race course in front of you and then your eye looks steaderly upwards to witness the skyscaper backdrop must be one of the sights of Hong Kong. If you want a quiter version, then walk... More

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Brisbane, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

# 1 tip ... dont forget your passport if you are a tourist! we bought entry to the members area for HKD 100. however we are not really given a map or guidance on where we can go and where we can't, so we kinda stumbled into various areas and got told you can't come in. With the member's entry,... More

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Redondo Beach, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 June 2013

Came here with some locals on a Wednesday night. What an experience! It's truly a fun place to hangout, have a few beers, place a few bets and have a blast with your friends!

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Northampton, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2013 via mobile

This was a fab night out with family, cheap, interesting, entertaining and lots of fun would def recommend it to anyone

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Switzerland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013

I am not a horse fan, but I must admit, it's entertaining and interesting. What I was most astonished is how fast these horses are. Unbelievable. Try to have dinner there, you can place your bets in essence while you are eating.

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Cobham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

Every Wednesday evening. No place like it...HKD 10 to get in and then you loose all your cash on the races...fantastic fun and atmosphere. Incredible location.

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