Hong Kong’s tourism sector demonstrated robust recovery in 2025 with visitor arrivals reaching 49.9 million, marking a substantial 12% year-on-year increase according to official data released by the Hong Kong Tourism Board on January 20, 2026.
The comprehensive statistics reveal particularly strong performance in December 2025, which saw 4.65 million tourist entries representing a 9% growth compared to the same period in the previous year. The data indicates a balanced recovery across source markets, with mainland Chinese visitors increasing by 11% to 37.8 million, while international arrivals from other global markets surged by 15% to 12.1 million.
Notably, Japan and Australia emerged as the fastest-growing source markets, contributing significantly to the territory’s tourism rebound. The duration of stay metrics showed encouraging trends, with overnight visitors averaging 3.1 nights per stay. Tourist satisfaction levels reached impressive heights, scoring 8.9 out of 10 for overnight experiences.
Looking ahead to 2026, Hong Kong tourism authorities are preparing for the Chinese New Year celebrations commencing February 17, featuring traditional attractions including fireworks displays, the International Chinese New Year Night Parade, and special horse racing events designed to attract global visitors.