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Hauz Khas Village
Hauz Khas Village in South Delhi mashes together the best of old and new India, and the result is absolutely charming. A neighborhood dominated by ancient domed tombs and medieval stone buildings is today populated by upscale boutiques, art galleries and a variety of restaurants, with a few well-manicured gardens scattered within the narrow lanes of the warren.
By day, the trendy neighborhood attracts shoppers to its range of boutiques, selling an assortment of designer furniture, jewelry, handicrafts and glitzy Indian clothing. Tucked between the expensive boutiques, you’ll also find quirky vintage stores selling all sorts of curios, like classic Bollywood movie posters.
At night, the neighborhood transforms into one of the city’s hippest nightlife spots -- a popular place to come have dinner and some drinks to the sounds of live music at a rooftop bar.
By day, the trendy neighborhood attracts shoppers to its range of boutiques, selling an assortment of designer furniture, jewelry, handicrafts and glitzy Indian clothing. Tucked between the expensive boutiques, you’ll also find quirky vintage stores selling all sorts of curios, like classic Bollywood movie posters.
At night, the neighborhood transforms into one of the city’s hippest nightlife spots -- a popular place to come have dinner and some drinks to the sounds of live music at a rooftop bar.
Practical Info
Since Hauz Khas Village sits quite far from the city center, consider
combining it with a visit to nearby Qutb Minar to save yourself
commuting time.
Address: Hauz Khas Village, New Delhi, India
From $ 42
Hard Rock Cafe Mall of America
In the midst of the hundreds of shops that comprise the Mall of America, the Hard Rock Cafe brings the restaurant and rock ’n’ roll memorabilia that they’re known for to Minnesota. After a day of shopping, you can refuel on food and drink with their classic American menu, or take a look at their pieces of American music history on display. Items range from instruments and costumes worn by artists such as Alanis Morissette, Jimi Hendrix, George Harrison, and Britney Spears. There is also an extensive collection of Prince memorabilia including outfits and a signed guitar (he was a Minnesota native.)
A stage on the main level plays iconic music videos, and more often than not, is home to live performances. Visitors won’t want to miss the interactive Rock Wall Solo, a giant interactive touchscreen full of music history. With patio seating and two bars, the menu includes appetizers such as nachos, wings, and potato skins and tasty entrees that range from burgers and sandwiches to barbecue. Vegetarian options are also available.
Practical Info
You’ll find the Hard Rock Cafe on the first floor of the Mall of America, inside Nickelodeon Universe and next to the LEGO store. They’re open daily from 11am-11pm.
Address: Mall of America, 5115 West Market, Bloomington, Minnesota 55425, USA
Hours: 11am–11pm
From $ 32
Harrods
Built by Charles Henry Harrod in 1834 and now owned by Qatar Holdings, Harrods is London’s largest and most iconic department store. With 330 different departments spread over seven floors, it’s a top choice for shoppers, selling everything from luxury souvenirs and gourmet British foods to renowned designer brands and stylish homewares.
The Basics
A popular tourist attraction, Harrods often gets included as part of London sightseeing tours. For more time to explore, opt to visit on a hop-on hop-off bus tour or book a VIP experience with an independent shopping tour and your own private driver. While you’re there, take a ride on the opulent Egyptian Escalator, pay a visit to the Princess Diana memorial, or indulge in a decadent afternoon tea at The Georgian.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Customer services include personal shopping, a wellness clinic, and bespoke tailoring.
- Large bags, rucksacks, and umbrellas must be left at the store’s Left Luggage desk.
- ATMs, free Wi-Fi, and a range of bars, restaurants, and tea rooms are available on-site.
- Harrods is fully wheelchair accessible.
How to Get There
Harrods is located on Brompton Road in the upmarket Knightsbridge neighborhood of West London, a short walk from the designer shops of Sloane Street. To get there by tube, take the Piccadilly line to Knightsbridge station.
When to Get There
Harrods is open daily all year round. Weekday mornings tend to be quietest, and while it can get busy during weekends and school holidays, that’s when to go to enjoy in-store events, pop-up shops, and celebrity appearances. During the festive season, the store hosts a spectacular Santa's Grotto and some of London’s most impressive window displays.
Shopping at Harrods
The sprawling department store lives up to its motto: “Omnia Omnibus Ubique—All Things For All People, Everywhere.” In addition to clothing, jewelry, accessories, and cosmetics by designers such as Dolce and Gabbana, Burberry, Balenciaga, Chanel, and Estée Lauder, Harrods also has a specialized range of tea, luxury accessories, cosmetics, furniture, books, and its own line of souvenirs.
Address: 87-135 Brompton Road, London SW1X 7XL, England
Hours: Mon - Sat 10am - 9pm, Sun 11:30am - 6pm
Admission: Free
From $ 27
Hanuman Dhoka
Hanuman Dhoka is Kathmandu’s royal palace, once the seat of power for the kingdom. Home to the royal courts of both Malla and Shah dynasties, it was built during the fourth and eighth centuries and is an important part of Kathmandu’s UNESCO-listed Durbar (or “palace”) Square. Although damaged in the 2015 earthquake, it remains a must-see site.
The Basics
In the Ramayana, one of the Hindu national epics, Hanuman was the faithful monkey sidekick of hero Ram. In Hinduism, the bright-red monkey god has a devoted following of worshippers. A statue of a red-robed Hanuman from the 17th-century marks the entrance to his namesake palace complex, known as the Hanuman Dhoka. Constructed under both Malla and Rana rule, the sprawling set of courtyards, temples, towers, and royal quarters was the official residence of Nepal’s monarchs until the royal palace moved to Narayanhiti.
Hanuman Dhaka contains many of the city’s standout architectural gems, like the centuries-old audience chamber for Malla royalty. Opt for a guided tour to get in-depth commentary on the UNESCO-listed historical structures and learn about the city’s ongoing reconstruction efforts. Admission is already included in the cost of Durbar Square admission tickets. Some tours include a visit to the Asan and Indra Chowk bazaars.
Things to Know Before You Go
- The one-time home of all of Nepal’s monarchs in one sprawling royal complex.
- Check before you click: Photography is only permitted in the outer courtyards of the Dhoka.
- Keep an eye out for the offerings given to the statue of Hanuman at the entrance of the square.
- Wear comfortable footwear and be prepared for a short walk between sites.
- Plan on allotting at least 30 minutes to explore the Hanuman Dhoka’s outer structures.
How to Get There
Kathmandu’s Durbar Square is a short walk through the Old City from Thamel, where most of the city’s guesthouses and hotels are grouped. You can also arrange for a taxi ride, although many guided tours include private hotel pickup.
When to Get There
Kathmandu is a year-round destination, but you can time your visit for cultural and religious festivals like Tihar, the Hindu festival of lights, or Indra Jata, when Durbar Square fills with thousands for a chariot-led procession through the streets. If you’d rather avoid the crowds, then plan a morning visit on a routine workday. Fall and spring have mild temperatures. Prepare for chilly winters and rainy, hot summers.
A Secret Stone Inscription in 15 Languages
In 1664, one of the Malla kings had the outer wall of the Hanuman Dhaka inscribed in 15 different languages, including Greek, Roman, Persian, Arabic, French, and Sanskrit, among others, and had a spout placed right in the middle. Brush up on your language skills before you arrive in Hanuman Dhoka. Legend has it that if one person can decipher all 15 inscriptions, then milk will start flowing from the spout.
Address: Durbar Square, Kathmandu, Nepal
Admission: Varies
From $ 102
Hato Caves
Cave paintings, stalactites and stalagmites are a feature of Curacao’s limestone Hano Caves. The indigenous Arawaks used the caves for shelter, and runaway slaves hid here in the colonial days.
These days Curacao’s long-nose fruit bats call the cave home, and dramatic lighting illuminates the cave’s waterfalls, pools and Madonna statue.
Guided tours departing on the hour point out the 1,500-year-old cave paintings and share some of the legends and history of this mysterious underground world.
Practical Info
The Hano Caves are 15 minutes north of Willemstad near the Curacao International Airport, off Roosevelt Weg which runs south to the capital.
Address: Weg naar Hato, Willemstad, Curacao
Hours: Open daily 10am - 5pm
Admission: Adults: US$6.50
From $ 64
Hassan Tower
Rising above the northeastern corner of Rabat, Hassan Tower stands as a visual promise of what the city’s historic residents hoped it to be: a grand city, even a capital city (which it now is). Also called Le Tour Hassan, its construction began in 1195 during the Almohad Dynasty, and it was built as part of a larger mosque, which was meant to be the largest in the world.
But alas, when the sultan passed away, work on the project came to an end, leaving the mosque unfinished, and its minaret – the tower – standing only 44 meters high (some say half as high as it would have been). Then, come an earthquake in 1755, the incomplete mosque was further destroyed. Today, though, you can still see the surviving, sandstone Hassan Tower, along with the mosque’s remains, such as the columns and walls. Other highlights while here include impressive city and sea views, as well as a visit to the nearby, free-to-enter Mausoleum of Mohammed V.
Practical Info
The tower is about a 20-minute walk from Rabat’s medina, or old town. To better learn about its history, it is a visit better made with a knowledgeable guide.
Address: Boulevard Mohamed Lyazidi, Rabat, Morocco
From $ 51
Hard Rock Cafe Vienna
In the 1980s travelers flocked to these popular rock and roll-themed cafes to collect iconic Hard Rock t-shirts from locations around the globe. And while that trend may have passed, the upscale bar, scenic outdoor terrace and huge live entertainment space still at Hard Rock Café Vienna still attract plenty of visitors to this historic city.
Travelers can saddle up to the bold art deco bar and sip on signature cocktails before settling in to one of the space’s cozy tables for a meal that blends typical Hard Rock fare with more traditional, hand-crafted local food that’s always made from scratch. The restaurant’s walls are decorated with an impressive array of musical memorabilia, which includes international superstars as well as local legends like Christina Sturmer and Parov Stelar, which means this place stays true to the Hard Rock vibe.
Practical Info
Hard Rock Café is located at Rotenturmstrasse 25 near Fleischmarkt in Vienna. The restaurant is open daily from 11:30 a.m. until 12 a.m. and until 1 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.
Address: Rotenturmstraße 25, Wien 1010, Austria
Hours: Store Open: Sun-Thur 9:30am-12am, Fri-Sat 9:30am-1am
From $ 24
Hauptwache
Located a few blocks north of Römerberg square, Hauptwache is one of Frankfurt’s most famous public squares, leading onto the city’s principal shopping street, the Zeil. The square takes its name from the restored 1729 baroque building of the same name, the former headquarters of the city's Stadtwehr Militia that now serves as a lively café and dominates the center of the square, overlooking the Zeil.
A medley of architectural styles mark the Hauptwache, including the 17th-century baroque-style St Katharina Church, with its 54-meter tall clock tower; the futuristic mirrored façade of the My Zeil shopping mall and the neighboring glass-fronted Zeilgalerie; and the towering Commerzbank, Germany’s tallest skyscraper. Beside the Hauptwache café, a sunken terrace area, nicknamed ‘the Hole’ by locals, leads to an underground passageway of shops and eateries, linking the square to the Kaufhof department store.
Address: Hauptwache, Frankfurt, Germany
From $ 17
Hatta Heritage Village
This tiny traditional village in the Al Hajar Mountains is an impressive replica of Dubai’s old world wonders. Comprised of some 30 buildings, the grounds of Hatta Heritage Village have been attracting travelers in search of authentic UAE since 2001. Visitors can wander through original forts, a mosque built of sticks and mud, experience the vibrant cultural dance and get an up close look at the colorful traditional dress of locals. While a trip to Hatta Heritage Village is worth the trek, travelers agree that adding a swim at nearby Hatta pools in Oman will certainly round out the experience.
Practical Info
Hatta Heritage Village is located southwest of Hatta Hill Park. It is open Saturday through Thursday from 8 a.m. until 8:30 p.m. and on Fridays from 2:30 until 8:30 p.m.
Address: Hatta, United Arab Emirates
Hours: Saturday-Thursday 8 a.m.-8:30 p.m., Friday 2:30-8:30 p.m.
From $ 55
Harrison's Cave
Harrison’s Cave, an underground cavern located in the central uplands of Barbados, is a 1.4-mile (2.3-kilometer) natural wonder chock-full of stalactites, stalagmites, cascading waterfalls, and natural passages. It’s one of the island’s top attractions, and rightly so—it’s an unparalleled underground experience.
The Basics
A cave tour takes visitors on a tram ride underground to explore the cavern’s pools and waterfalls, with a tour guide providing geological insights. The tram tour allows travelers to easily explore the massive underground cave, winding past clear streams and breathtaking cave formations for a closer look at the stalactites, stalagmites, and the 49-foot (15-meter) Great Hall.
Aside from the basic cave tram tour, eco-adventure tours and walk-in cave tours take adventurous travelers deeper into the cave—sometimes on hands and knees!—to explore further. Harrison’s Cave tours typically depart from nearby Bridgetown, and frequently combine a stop there with other nearby attractions such as Bathsheba, Hunte’s Gardens, or Welchman Hall.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Harrison’s Cave is a must-see for nature enthusiasts and kids.
- Bring a hat to catch the overhead drips, and wear comfortable shoes for walking.
- Eco-adventure tours provide headlamps, helmets, and knee pads.
- The basic cave tram tour is accessible to wheelchair users and and suitable for those with mobility challenges.
- The visitor center offers refreshments and a gift shop.
How to Get There
Located adjacent to the community of Allen View in St. Thomas Parish, Harrison’s Cave is easily accessible via car, taxi, or bus. Catch the Route 4 Shorey Village Bus from Bridgetown, or grab a taxi from Bridgetown (30 minutes), Holetown (20 minutes), or Warrens (20 minutes). Parking is available on site.
When to Get There
Harrison’s Cave is open for tram tours from 8:45am to 3:45pm daily except for Good Friday, Easter Sunday, Kadooment Day (first Monday in August), and Christmas.
History of Harrison’s Cave
Thomas Harrison owned the land where the cave resides in the early 1700s, but it is unclear whether he ever entered the cave that bears his name. Early explorers had a tough time finding a breach in the well-hidden entrances, and it wasn’t until the 1970s that the cave was excavated and opened as a tourist attraction. Considered an “active” cave, the stalactites and stalagmites are still growing every year.
Address: Highway 2, Welchman Hall BB11, Barbados
Hours: Open daily, closed Easter and Christmas Day
From $ 31
Harvard House
With its gabled roof, oak beams and elaborately carved façade, the Harvard House is undeniably attractive, and it’s long been touted as one of Stratford-upon-Avon's most beautiful buildings. The Elizabethan-era town house was built in 1596 by local businessman Thomas Rogers and is now a Grade I listed property, remarkably preserved and decorated in period style.
The Harvard House takes its name from Rogers’ grandson, John Harvard, who went on to found America’s famous Harvard University. Although he never lived in the property, the house is none-the-less an intriguing link between Harvard’s family and William Shakespeare, who lived just down the street.
Today, the house is preserved as a museum and offers a fascinating glimpse into Elizabethan life. Visitors can explore the three floors, where exhibitions chronicle the property’s history and life in Elizabethan and Tudor times, including fun hands-on activities for children.
Practical Info
The Harvard House is located at 26 High Street in central Stratford-upon-Avon and is open daily from 11am to 4pm in winter, and 10am-5pm in summer. Admission passes cost £16.50 for adults or £9.90 for children, and includes entrance to Hall's Croft, Harvard House, Shakespeare's Birthplace and Shakespeare's Grave.
Address: 26 High Street, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6AU, England
Hours: Nov-March daily 11am-4pm, Mar-Nov daily 10am-5pm.
Admission: Pass for Hall's Croft, Harvard House, Shakespeare's Birthplace & Grave: Adult £16.50, Child £9.90
From $ 28
Hanuman Temple
The Hanuman Temple in New Delhi is thought to date back to the 18h century, making it one of the oldest of its kind in India. Dedicated to the deity, Hanuman, the Hindu monkey who aided Rama in his mission against Ravana, the temple’s main idol is of the child Hanuman holding a gada in his hand.
To reach the temple, you’ll need to climb the 570 steps of Anjanadri Hill. The hike up is a pleasant one, and you’ll be rewarded with some exceptional views beneath you once you reach the top. Unusually, the temple building features a crescent moon (an Islamic symbol) on its spire instead of the usual symbol seen on most Hindu temples. Inside, the ceiling of the main temple hall reveals some spectacular embossed artwork depicting stories from the great Hindu epic, the Ramayana.
A visit to New Delhi’s Hanuman Temple can be enjoyed on a half-day Connaught Place tour, including Bangla Sahib and India Gate. Many people choose to get a traditional henna tattoo while visiting the temple complex, and then take a scenic tuk-tuk ride to Gurudwara Bangla Sahib.
Insider’s Tip: If you want to see the temple at its liveliest, visit on a Tuesday or Saturday, when devotees congregate here in large numbers.
Practical Info
If not arriving as part of an organized tour, you can reach the temple by taking the metro to Rajiv Chowk station.
Address: Baba Kharak Singh Marg, Connaught Place, New Delhi, India
Hours: Dawn to dusk
From $ 26
Hatta Rock Pools
Located near the village of Hatta, just outside of Dubai in the Hajar Mountains, the Hatta Rock Pools have become one of the city’s most popular weekend getaways. This series of spring-fed pools meander through narrow canyon passages, amid the waterfall-dotted mountain scenery.
After experiencing the scorching desert temperatures of Dubai, the cool, dry climate of the mountains is nearly as refreshing as a dip in the turquoise waters. With its close proximity to the Hatta heritage village, you may want to consider combining the two attractions into a single day trip from Dubai. The rocky mountain passages and interesting landscapes of the area are also popular for off-roading in a 4x4.
Since the Hatta Rock Pools sit near the Oman-UAE border, remember to take your passport, as you’ll need it to pass through checkpoints.
After experiencing the scorching desert temperatures of Dubai, the cool, dry climate of the mountains is nearly as refreshing as a dip in the turquoise waters. With its close proximity to the Hatta heritage village, you may want to consider combining the two attractions into a single day trip from Dubai. The rocky mountain passages and interesting landscapes of the area are also popular for off-roading in a 4x4.
Since the Hatta Rock Pools sit near the Oman-UAE border, remember to take your passport, as you’ll need it to pass through checkpoints.
Address: Hatta Rock Pools, Hatta, United Arab Emirates
From $ 160
Harpa Concert Hall
Set on the waterfront, the striking Harpa Concert Hall, home to both the Icelandic Opera and Iceland Symphony Orchestra, is one of Reykjavik’s most prominent landmarks. Designed by world-renowned Icelandic-Danish artist Olafur Eliasson and Danish firm, Henning Larsen Architects, the building’s glass facade features honeycombed panels that change colors as they reflect the sky and the ocean.
The Basics
Opened in 2011, Harpa Concert Hall is the hub of the Reykjavik cultural scene. There’s something going on here nearly every night of the week, from the city’s most prestigious music and theater events to lower-key, free concerts. Even if you are not seeing a show, it is well worth visiting to admire the shimmering interiors, filled with public artworks, and the views over Reykjavik’s Old Harbour. The building also houses a couple of restaurants and several shops selling Nordic music, books, design items, and gifts.
Guided tours of the concert hall shed light on the award-winning architecture and typically take visitors behind the scenes to areas of the building, including the main stage, usually only accessible to performers. You can also enjoy Harpa Concert Hall’s beautiful exterior as a stop on a variety of Reykjavik walking tours and Segway excursions. You can even view the hall from the water during a whale-watching cruise or from the sky in a helicopter.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Harpa Concert Hall is a must-see attraction for architecture and design enthusiasts.
- The building is free to enter but take a guided tour to explore behind the scenes.
- The building is accessible for wheelchair users with an elevator that connects the floors, and accessible doors and restrooms.
- There is free Wi-Fi in the building.
How to Get There
Harpa Concert Hall is in the center of Reykjavík, by the Old Harbour, no more than a 15-minute walk from downtown hotels via the pedestrian crossing over Tryggvagata. If you are driving, you can access Harpa via Saebraut and park in the concert hall’s own (paid) covered parking lot. Harpa Concert Hall bus stop is served by public bus number 3.
When to Get There
Harpa Concert Hall is open every day from early morning through late night. After dark provides the best views of the exterior as the facade’s shifting color patterns light up the night sky. One of the best times to catch a concert is during the annual Iceland Airwaves music festival, one of the world’s premium musical showcases. Airwaves concerts occur around the city, but the biggest names tend to play Harpa.
Exploring Harpa, Iceland’s Cultural Hub
A Reykjavik landmark, Harpa Concert Hall is as famed for its striking architecture and glistening interiors as it is as the setting for the most important cultural dates on the calendar. Book a ticket to hear classical music or touring pop stars, to watch stand-up comedy or a play, or to join a guided tour to look behind the scenes and uncover Harpa’s secrets.
Address: Austurbakka 2, Reykjavik, Iceland
From $ 4
Har ki Pauri
Visitors seeking a truly Indian experience will find one at the ghat of Har ki Pauri. Each evening priests gather along the sacred Ganges River to participate in a ceremony known as Ganga Aari. Holy chants ring through the air as flaming lights and bowls of fire are set adrift in water while nearby temple gongs ring out.
During the day, travelers will find hundreds of pilgrims washing in the waters in an act of spiritual cleansing and visitors can choose to dip below the surface and participate, too. Locals warn it’s best to hold on tight to metal chains, since currents can be strong. Priests are happy to guide visitors through the process for a small fee, but those who prefer to stay dry will still find plenty of photo ops and make incredible memories.
Practical Info
Har ki Pauri is located on the banks of the Ganges River in Haridwar in Uttarakhand.
Address: Haridwar, Uttarakhand, India, India
From $ 12
Hardknott Roman Fort
Built under Hadrian's rule in the second century, Hardknott Roman Fort (initially named Mediobogdum by the Romans) is a must-do for history buffs who find themselves in the English Lake District. More than just a simple amass of old stones, the archaeological remains are 374 feet (114 meters) long and well-marked, allowing visitors to clearly identify the ancient headquarters building, the commandant’s house and the bath house. The parade ground site still lies beside the fort and is now considered to be the finest surviving example in the Western Empire.
Thanks to its remote location high in the mountains of the Lake District, Hardknott Roman Fort boasts breathtaking panoramas of the national park. On clear days, the view stretches all the way to the Isle of Man and the Irish Sea. What used to be one of the loneliest outposts in the Roman Empire overlooks the River Esk in both upper and lower Eskdale. It was initially built to protect the busy and strategic Hardknott Pass, which was the main link between the coastal fort at Ravenglass and the Roman garrisons at Ambleside and Kendal.
Practical Info
The fort is located in the heart of the Lake District National Park. It can be visited from Liverpool and Manchester by car in two hours via the M6, the A591 and the A593. Visitors should be aware that Hardknott Pass is frequently referred to as one of the most-challenging and steepest drives in the UK, with a gradient of almost 20 degrees and several hairpin bends.
Address: Eskdale, England
From $ 62
Hartbeespoort Aerial Cableway
Gauteng’s answer to the Table Mountain Cableway, the suspended gondolas at Hartbeespoort, just under 50 miles from Johanessburg’s downtown, lift riders to a scenic overlook with hiking, dining and even shopping at the top.
The historic and recently restored cable sports fourteen completely-enclosed green gondolas, each capable of ferrying six passengers ¾ of a mile up the slopes of Magaliesberg Mountain. Wrap-around windows show the impressive lake created by the nearby Hartebeespoort Dam, the surrounding mountains and, on a clear day, all the way to Pretoria. Sharing the airspace are black eagles, endangered Cape vultures and more than 300 other species of birds.
At the top, the short Dassie loop, named for the fluffy rodents found amid the rocks, includes signage at lookouts of interest including the Coca-Cola Dome in Johannesburg, 34 miles to the south. The cableway also operates a pair of restaurants – a fancier sit down place at the bottom and a summit restaurant with Lookout Bar offering customizable baskets for scenic picnics – a jungle gym for kids at the top and an Adventure Centre selling paragliding and abseiling packages near the
base station. Upper and lower curio vendors, including the aptly named ‘Little Shop at the Top,’ sell cableway souvenirs, toys, apparel, jewelry as well as home décor and art.
Practical Info
The Hartbeespoort (Harties for short) Aerial Cableway base station is located off Route 511 just past the high school in Hartbeespoort. It’s open daily, weather permitting, from 8:30 a.m. with the first ride starting at 9 a.m.; closing times vary based on season. It’s worth it to wait for sunny weather – clouds and fog can obscure the full experience. Return tickets cost R 195 for adults and R 115 for kids ages 4 to 14. Many visitors combine a trip to the top with other Hartbeespoort attractions such as the Elephant Sanctuary, the Bush Babies Monkey Sanctuary and the Vulture Rehabilitation Centre.
Address: R511, Hartbeespoort, South Africa
Hours: Ticket office opens at 8:30am and the first car up is at 9:00am. Ticket office closes at 4:00pm, outlets at the top close at 4:30pm and the last car down for guests is at 4:45pm.
Admission: Adults: R195; Children (4-14): R115; Under four: free
From $ 305
Happy Valley Racecourse
The British handed over sovereignty of Hong Kong in 1997, but cultural vestiges remain. One of the most prevalent is horse racing, and the best place to see it in Hong Kong is at the Happy Valley Racecourse on Hong Kong Island. The sport has a history in the city dating back to 1841, a pastime of the city’s rich and elite. Today, it’s become somewhat of a local passion.
Racing season lasts from September through July, with races typically taking place on Wednesday nights. Horse racing is the only legal form of gambling in Hong Kong, and you’ll find thousands of spectators betting on the horses at the track, while thousands more place bets at Jockey Club offices around the city.
Before the races, head up to the second floor of the facility to learn about the history of the sport at the Hong Kong Jockey Club Archive and Museum. Exhibits trace the migration routes and origins of the racing horses used, display a skeleton of one of Hong Kong’s most winning horses and hosts rotating themes exhibits throughout the year.
Racing season lasts from September through July, with races typically taking place on Wednesday nights. Horse racing is the only legal form of gambling in Hong Kong, and you’ll find thousands of spectators betting on the horses at the track, while thousands more place bets at Jockey Club offices around the city.
Before the races, head up to the second floor of the facility to learn about the history of the sport at the Hong Kong Jockey Club Archive and Museum. Exhibits trace the migration routes and origins of the racing horses used, display a skeleton of one of Hong Kong’s most winning horses and hosts rotating themes exhibits throughout the year.
Address: China
From $ 12
Harland & Wolff Drawing Office
Built in the late 1880s and expanded several times between 1900 and 1922, the Harland & Wolff Drawing Offices were where the plans for the RMS Titanic and numerous other White Star Line ships were drawn up. Though the offices are now occupied by the Titanic Hotel, key heritage rooms have been preserved.
The Basics
Many Titanic Quarter walking tours and Northern Ireland day tours from Dublin pass by the old Harland & Wolff Drawing Office, as do cruises on the River Lagan. Guests of the Titanic Hotel can explore the various heritage rooms (providing they are not in use), and read the information plaques situated throughout.
Alternatively, buy tickets for the Discovery Tour at Titanic Belfast, which includes a walk through the offices with a guide. Among the preserved heritage rooms are the office of Thomas Andrews, the former managing director, and the office of Lord Pirrie, chairman of Harland & Wolff. Visitors can also pop-in for lunch or afternoon tea in the Drawing Office Two.
Things to Know Before you Go
- Harland & Wolff Drawing Offices are a must for Titanic buffs.
- A cocktail bar and restaurant in the hotel offer food, drink, and afternoon tea.
- Most of the Titanic Belfast Discovery Tour takes place outside; dress appropriately.
- The Titanic Hotel is wheelchair accessible.
How to Get There
Find the Titanic Hotel Belfast in the Titanic Quarter, about 2 miles (3 kilometers) from the city center. Walking from the city center takes just 25–30 minutes. Alternatively, Translink Metro bus routes 26 and 26B travel between Belfast City Centre and the hotel, as does the Airport Express 600B.
When to Get There
Titanic Belfast Discovery Tours are held on select dates and are more likely to fill up during the busy summer months. Book in advance to ensure a spot on a tour. Be aware that the heritage rooms of the hotel are often rented for events, and may not all be available to view.
The Titanic Quarter
After learning about the history of the Harland & Wolff Drawing Office, visitors can continue on the trail of the Titanic in Belfast’s Titanic Quarter. Visitors can also step down onto the floor of Titanic’s Dock, where work on the ship was completed, as well as touring the comprehensive and interactive exhibitions of the Titanic Belfast experience. The Titanic Hotel is just steps away from the SS Nomadic, the tender ship to Titanic, which carried first- and second-class ticket holders from Cherbourg, France.
Address: 2 Queens Road, Belfast, United Kingdom BT3 9DT, Northern Ireland
From $ 12
Hastings Street
Hastings Street—the popular, posh and impossibly pretty Noosa Heads promenade—is one of Queensland’s best known spots. The coastal boulevard and its open air cafes, trendy boutiques, and high-end shopping attracts traveling celebrities and luxury-seekers to the sun-soaked sidewalks of this once strictly local surf spot. Visitors to Noosa and the Sunshine Coast can pop into Hastings' many restaurants and pubs for a night out on the town or visit the area as part of a day trip from Brisbane, exploring the street and neighboring beach towns.
Insiders Tip: Visit in Spring to escape the crowds and avoid waiting for a table.
Practical Info
Hastings Street is within walking distance from Noosa Heads' Main Beach. Parking is difficult during peak hours, which makes the area challenging to visit independently if you aren’t staying in town.
Address: Australia
From $ 81