Lantau Attractions

What to See in Lantau

Lantau Island is a unique destination where the old and the new interact. Most parts are decidedly rural and as a result Lantau is a haven for hikers and trekkers, many heading up Lantau Peak (the highest mountain on the island) rising more than 900 metres. On top of that, Lantau is home to Hong Kong Disneyland, the Ngong Ping 360 cable car ride, the famous Giant Buddha (aka the Tian Tan Buddha Statue) and Tai O traditional fishing village.

Hong Kong Disneyland

Hong Kong Disneyland opened in 2005 and ever since it has been one of Hong Kong top attractions. This family entertainment park, inspired by the original Disneyland in California, houses shows, shops, restaurants and hotels. The park is divided into four sections: Main Street, USA, Adventureland, Fantasyland and Tomorrowland.

Opening Hours: 10:00 – 19:30
Location: Penny's Bay on the northeast end of Lantau Island about 10 minutes from Hong Kong International Airport.

Ngong Ping 360

The latest addition to Hong Kong’s tourism industry, Ngong Ping 360 is a 5.7 km cable car ride spanning the distance between Tung Chung Town Centre and Ngong Ping Monastery. During the 25-minute journey, travelers can see panoramic views over the North Lantau Country Park, the South China Sea, Hong Kong International Airport, Tung Chung Valley, Ngong Ping Plateau and surrounding terrain and waterways. As visitors approach Ngong Ping, they can see The Big Buddha and the Po Lin Monastery. Open in 2006, Ngong Ping 360 features top-of-the-line technology and the cabins have a modern design with seating for 10 and standing room for another seven. It also has features to meet the needs of disabled passengers, including the elderly and wheelchair users.

Opening Hours: From 10:00 – 18.00 on weekdays and 10:00 – 18.30 on weekends.
Location: Tung Chung Town Centre

Giant Buddha (or the Tian Tan Buddha Statue)

Opened to the public in 1970, Po Lin Monastery is the home of three big golden Buddha statues as well as a 34-metre high, 250-ton bronze Buddha statue called the Tian Tan Buddha. It is the world's tallest outdoor seated bronze Buddha and attracts around one million visitors a year. The statue is so big it can be seen from miles away. Po Lin Monastery is a big site and has many other interesting things to see such as the 'Wisdom Path', a teahouse, a tea plantation, a cultural village and many restaurants – the most popular being the vegetarian one run by the monks. You will need a good pair of shoes to climb 268 steps to see the Giant Buddha close up. The weather can be chilly, so warm clothes are needed.

Opening Hours: 09:00 – 18:00
Location: Po Lin Monastery on Ngong Ping Plateau

Tai O Fishing Village

Tai O Village is a must-visit place for those who enjoy observing traditional Chinese ways. It is an old fishing village that has managed to keep a big part of their traditional ways of rural life alive. Most houses are stilt homes by the water and there are many people who still live aboard their boats. The village is made up of small alleys and paths with a village market, several souvenir shops and a few museums (exhibiting very interesting traditional household items, fishing equipment and antique clothing.) There are also good and cheap restaurants in the village. Location: Northwestern coast of Lantau Island, about 45 minutes to an hour-long bus ride from Mui Wo Ferry Pier (aka Silvermine Bay).

Dolphin Watching

Lantau Island is home of humpback or white dolphins (sometimes called pink dolphins by the locals because of their ambiguous hue – and to complicate matters further they're actually born grey.) Dolphin Watching is a unique way to get to know these fascinating creatures and to share time with family and friends. For more information on dolphin watching, contact Hong Kong Dolphinwatch Co. Tel: (852) 2984-1414. The company donates part of their profits to support a dolphin research project in Hong Kong.

Location: North Lantau

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