Amsterdam vs Hong Kong - City Size Comparison

Is Amsterdam Bigger Than Hong Kong?

Yes — Hong Kong is 5.1x larger than Amsterdam by area. Hong Kong spans 1,114 km² (430 mi²) while Amsterdam covers 219 km² (85 mi²) — a difference of 895 km². You could fit Amsterdam inside Hong Kong approximately 5 times.

About Amsterdam

Capital of the Netherlands, known for its canals. Known as "Venice of the North", Amsterdam covers 219 km² with a population of 0.9 million. The city was established in 1275. Amsterdam is known for Canal ring, Rijksmuseum, Anne Frank House, among other attractions. The city's main transit system is the GVB (Metro & Tram).

Amsterdam sits 2 meters below sea level and is protected by an elaborate system of dikes and pumping stations

About Hong Kong

A major financial hub and special administrative region of China. Also known as "Pearl of the Orient", Hong Kong has an area of 1,114 km² and is home to 7.4 million people. Its history stretches back to 1841. Visitors come for Victoria Harbour skyline, Dim sum cuisine, Star Ferry, and much more. Getting around is easy with the MTR Hong Kong.

Hong Kong has more skyscrapers than any other city in the world, with over 480 buildings above 150 meters

Population Density

Amsterdam has a population density of 4,201 people per km² — a moderately dense city. Hong Kong, with 6,652 people per km², is a densely populated city. Hong Kong is noticeably denser, packing 1.6 times more people per square kilometer.

Climate & Time Zone

Amsterdam has a oceanic climate while Hong Kong experiences humid subtropical conditions. Summers are notably different: Hong Kong averages 29°C compared to 17°C in Amsterdam. When it's noon in Hong Kong, it's 5:00 AM in Amsterdam — a 7-hour time difference.