Things to do in Ngong Ping

Activities, attractions and tours

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Po Lin Monastery featuring religious aspects, flowers and a temple or place of worship
Po Lin Monastery showing forests
Ngong Ping 360 which includes a gondola and forests
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1. Ocean Park

Ocean Park’s more than 20 rides and roller coasters, plus numerous exhibitions of rare animal species, attracts millions of visitors each year. The park also includes various observatories and laboratories and a dolphin breeding center, making it a place where entertainment and education meet.
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2. 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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Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre showing night scenes and modern architecture

3. Victoria Harbour

Victoria Harbour is one of the world’s great harbors, providing a breathtaking setting between incredible skylines of the Kowloon Peninsula and Hong Kong Island. This waterway is one of the world’s great seaports and offers a shoreline filled with cultural, shopping, dining and recreational attractions.
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Victoria Harbour showing a bay or harbour, a high-rise building and skyline

4. Ngong Ping 360

The Ngong Ping 360 is a great way to explore Lantau Island. This cable car travels between Tung Chung, on the north coast of Lantau, and Ngong Ping, a hilly, once-remote area. Ngong Ping is home to the famous Po Lin Monastery and the Tian Tan or “Big Buddha,” which were both popular tourist attractions even before the cable car was constructed.
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Ngong Ping 360 which includes a statue or sculpture

5. Po Lin Monastery

Located in rural Ngong Ping on Lantau Island, Po Lin Monastery is a temple complex originally founded by three monks in 1906. Back then it was a small, remote monastery tucked away in the lush greenery. Today it’s a very important Buddhist center and one of Hong Kong’s best-known and most popular tourist destinations, attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors each year.
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Po Lin Monastery which includes religious aspects, a monument and landscape views

What to do in Ngong Ping

Popular places to visit

Ngong Ping 360 which includes a statue or sculpture

Ngong Ping 360

4.5/5(220 reviews)

On a clear day, this cable car offers spectacular views and is a great way to reach Lantau’s Big Buddha statue.

Ngong Ping 360
Tian Tan Buddha

Tian Tan Buddha

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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 which includes religious aspects, a monument and landscape views

Po Lin Monastery

4.5/5(26 reviews)

This once-secluded Buddhist monastery was placed on the world map when the Tian Tan “Big Buddha” statue was built nearby and is now a major tourist attraction.

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
Tai O Village which includes markets

Tai O Village

Photo by David Cedrone

Tung Chung

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.

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