Hong Kong Themed Attractions

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.

NP Skyrail

A 5.7 km cableway sends gondolas sailing for 25 minutes through the air between MTR Tung Chung terminal and Ngong Ping 360, situated just five minutes away from the bronze Tian Tan Big Buddha statue on Lantau Island. Enjoy one of the best panoramic views in Hong Kong! A return trip costs HK$88 for adults and HK$45 for children.

Ngong Ping Village

Occupying 1.5 hectares adjacent to Lantau's Big Buddha, the village is designed to reflect local culture and spirituality. A variety of tempting eastern and western dining, delicacies and souvenirs are also available here. The Tea House is not to be missed!

NP Tea House

Indulge yourself in some fine teas and cakes in an atmospheric Chinese garden. Demonstrations of traditional tea ceremonies will leave you eager for more of NP360's tempting treats.

Walking with Buddha

Learn about the life of Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha) through this multimedia experience. Seven scenes correspond with each stage of his journey to enlightenment.

The Monkey's Tale Theatre

Have some fun with this comical animated presentation suitable for all ages and set in a courtyard under a Bodhi tree. The story of three monkey friends on a voyage of greed, gluttony and friendship is sure to amuse and inspire

Ocean Park

The Park is located on the south end of Hong Kong Island, in the Aberdeen District. The larger of two sections is on the headlands of Mount Nanlang. The smaller section is in the Huang Zhu Keng Valley lowlands with the Tai Shue Wan entrance and the main entrance connected by cable-car. The theme park currently has over 14 rides and other attractions such as aquariums. Besides housing two roller coasters, Ocean Park also features giant pandas, a jellyfish and Chinese sturgeon aquarium, as well as a four-story aquarium displaying more than 2,000 fish. The Shark Aquarium is an underwater viewing tunnel. In the aquarium, black tip reef sharks, pygmy swell sharks and other kinds of large fish glide smoothly overhead. 

Avenue of Stars

The Avenue of Stars, which opened in 2004 on the Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade, pays tribute to Hong Kong’s film industry. There, the handprints of stars such as Jet Li, Jacki Chan and director Wong Kar Wai can be viewed.

A statue of Bruce Lee also graces the walkway, which is beautifully lit and offers lovely views across Victoria Harbour at night. In addition, the Avenue hosts a variety of music and dance performances.

Madame Tussauds

High up The Peak, Hong Kong's own Madame Tussauds wax museum is home to life-like figures of historical and national and heroes and celebrities, including Michelle Yeoh, Cecilia Cheung, Ayumi Hamasaki, Luciano Pavarotti, Brad Pitt, Sylvestor Stallone, Cher, Elizabeth Taylor, Theresa Teng, Gerard Depardieu, Hugh Grant, Joanna Lumley, Kelly Chen, Meryl Streep and Naomi Campbell.

Get your photo taken with one of them, or even sing along with selected music icons. And don't miss the metal handcasts of over thirty rock and pop singers and songwriters, featured on the Wall of Hands.

Hong Kong Maritime Museum

One of Hong Kong's most frequented sites, the museum shows how China, Asia and the West have contributed together through the ages to the development of boats, ships, maritime exploration and trade, as well as naval warfare. While concentrating on the South China coast and its adjacent seas, it also features global trends and provides an easy-to-grasp account of Hong Kong's growth and development as a major world port and trading post. The museum includes semi-permanent and special exhibitions, dynamic displays, educational events and a museum shop.

The Whampoa

The Whampoa is a cruise-ship-shaped entertainment centre and shopping complex "moored" near the Harbour Plaza Hotel in the Hung Hom district. Surrounding the ship, you will find several satellite shopping malls based on merchandise themes, such as Book World, Sports World, and Music World.

Hong Kong Wetland Park

This park is a popular site for families, especially during school holidays and on public holidays. It was created on a plot of 61 hectares to compensate for the wetlands lost due to the Tin Shui Wai New Town development. It demonstrates the diversity of Hong Kong's wetland ecosystem and highlights the need to conserve it. The Wetland Discovery Centre located in the Wetland Reserve provides visitors with a hands-on experience and other facilities include the Stream Walk, Succession Walk, Mangrove Boardwalk and mudflats and riverside, all leading visitors to venture through different habitats.

Balalaika

Located in Central, this is a Russia-themed restaurant, complete with live Russian music and a room where you must don a fur coat before entering to swig some frozen vodka.

Dan Ryan's Chicago Grill

This 1940s Chicago-themed restaurant is popular for its authentic American dishes in American-size portions. There are Dan Ryan's has branches in Pacific Place, Admiralty; Ocean Terminal in Tsim Sha Tsui; and Festival Walk, Kowloon Tong.

Hard Rock Café

For casual dining amidst rock 'n' roll memorabilia, check out the internationally renowned Hard Rock Café in the heart of Kowloon.

Hello Kitty Café

Kids will be delighted to eat at the Hello Kitty Café in Causeway Bay. This café is clean, cute and comfortable! The menu offers a good mix of Japanese fare and western-style dishes.

Jumbo Floating Restaurant

A traditional Chinese feast for the eyes is to be had at the Jumbo in Aberdeen, not to mention the superb Chinese fare. Don't miss this, whatever you do!

Schnurrbart

Think sausages, schnitzel, pilsner and schnapps… think Germany, of course. This cosy bar-restaurant in Central is popular among German residents of Hong Kong for its authentic German fare.

Stormy Weather

Ahoy, there! For past, present and future yachties or first mates, this bar and grill will float your boat. A popular venue conveniently located in Lan Kwai Fong, Central, it features a nautical theme.

Wooloo-mooloo

If you are interested in things Australian, you'll love this Ozzie-themed restaurant with aboriginal art on the walls and northern Australian Barramundi fish on the menu. Look no further than Wyndham Street in Central for down-under culinary delights. More information on Food & Dining in Hong Kong.