Things to do in Ngong Ping

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Big Buddha featuring hiking or walking, forests and mountains
Ngong Ping
Po Lin Monastery which includes religious elements, flowers and a temple or place of worship
Po Lin Monastery which includes forests
Ngong Ping 360 which includes forests and a gondola

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1. Hong Kong Disneyland® Resort

Located on Lantau Island near Discovery Bay, Hong Kong Disneyland® consists of several themed areas and attracts millions of visitors each year. It’s smaller in comparison to the other Disney parks, but families with young children can spend a very enjoyable day here.
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Hong Kong Disneyland which includes performance art and rides

2. Ocean Park

Ocean Park is Hong Kong’s biggest theme park. The park has exhibitions of rare animal species and a dolphin breeding centre alongside more than 20 different rides and rollercoasters.
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Ocean Park showing rides and performance art

3. Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre

The unveiling of the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre expansion was a much-anticipated highlight of the 1997 Handover, with global rulers and celebrities attending grandiose parties within the monstrous structure. In 1898, China agreed to a 99-year lease by the Brits of Hong Kong Island, surrounding islands and the New Territories of southern China. On July 1, 1997, the lease ended, the British governor and British Royal Navy left their posts and Hong Kong became a Special Administrative Region of China in a giant celebration, with the Convention Centre at its heart.
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Jutting into busy Victoria Harbour, this modern facility looks like a winged creature ready to take flight. It hosts over five million event visitors annually.

4. Hong Kong - Macau Ferry Terminal

The Hong Kong Macau Ferry Terminal is among the main ports in the territory. Come here for a boat trip to the picturesque territory of Macau, a former Portuguese colony on China’s southern coast.
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Filled with shops and restaurants, this busy terminal provides opportunities to explore the intriguing islets adorning the bays of southern China.

5. Ngong Ping 360

Moving between the north coast and the hilly area of Ngong Ping, the island is home to several tourist attractions. At Ngong Ping, you’ll find the famous Big Buddha and Po Lin Monastery, which have long been two of the city’s top tourist attractions.
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Ngong Ping 360 which includes a statue or sculpture

6. Po Lin Monastery

Now neither remote nor hidden, today Po Lin Monastery is an important centre for Buddhism and one of Hong Kong’s favourite tourist locations, visited by hundreds of thousands of people every year.
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Po Lin Monastery featuring a monument, religious aspects and mountains

What to do in Ngong Ping

Popular places to visit

Ngong Ping 360 which includes a statue or sculpture

Ngong Ping 360

The Ngong Ping 360 cable car travels over Lantau Island and is a great way to take in the area’s many interesting views.

Ngong Ping 360
Tian Tan Buddha

Tian Tan Buddha

You can learn about the history of Ngong Ping with a visit to Tian Tan Buddha. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Tian Tan Buddha
Po Lin Monastery featuring a monument, religious aspects and mountains

Po Lin Monastery

Founded at the turn of the 20th Century, Po Lin Monastery was once a small and remote complex, hidden in the lush green hills of rural Ngong Ping on Lantau Island.

Po Lin Monastery

Lantau Trail - Section 4

You can take time to visit Lantau Trail - Section 4 during your travels to Ngong Ping. Amble around the area's beaches or visit its temples.

Lantau Trail - Section 4

Wisdom Path

You can take time to visit Wisdom Path during your travels to Ngong Ping. Make time to visit the temples and monuments while you're in the area.

Wisdom Path

 

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Tai O Fishing Village which includes markets

Tai O Village

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ngong Ping worth visiting?
Ngong Ping offers a unique mix of local charm, culture and attractions. Whether you're into outdoor activities, history or local culinary flavours, there's a lot you'll enjoy here.
How do I spend a day in Ngong Ping?
When you've checked off leading attractions like Pui O Beach and Silvermine Beach, spend some time experiencing Ngong Ping's retail and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Ngong Ping?
You can't leave without visiting Ngong Ping 360, ranked the top tourist attraction in Ngong Ping.
Is three days enough to stay in Ngong Ping?
You can easily tick off popular sights like Ngong Ping 360, Pui O Beach and Silvermine Beach with a three-day getaway in Ngong Ping. On average, many travellers book two days here. There's plenty to experience nearby too, so stay a little longer and head to Kowloon.
What are some activities to do in Ngong Ping with kids?
Planning what to do in Ngong Ping with kids has never been easier. Whether you're getting away with toddlers or teenagers, there are loads of family-friendly sights to keep everyone happy here.

What to do in Ngong Ping for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Ngong Ping, with entertainment for adults of all ages. End the day with a visit to Red House.
Are there free things to do in Ngong Ping?
One of the top ways to discover free things to do in Ngong Ping is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider tips on exciting neighbourhoods, parks and other highlights you can visit without reaching for your wallet. Pui O Beach is one spot that doesn't charge an entrance fee.