The boats are very distinctive - painted bright white and green, with an upper deck and a lower deck. As they cross the harbour, you can sit outside and feel the breeze and watch the famous skyline go past on both sides. Millions of people use the ferry every year.
Each boat in the Star Ferry fleet is named after a star - Shining Star, Meridian Star, Morning Star. The ferries have been part of life in Hong Kong for so long that they feel like old friends to the people who use them.
The crossing takes about eight minutes. For the price of a small coin, you get one of the most spectacular city views in the world. Many people say it is the best value ferry ride on Earth.
Before underwater tunnels were built, the Star Ferry was the only way to cross the harbour without going on a long detour. Today, even though tunnels and trains cross the harbour too, many people choose the ferry simply because they love the journey.