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Looking for some peace and quiet? An idyllic spot to relax and unwind? You've made it to the right category. Here, we list some of the most beautiful and functional parks in the city. Many provide jogging and cycling trails, picnic sites, and large, open areas for throwing a Frisbee or walking your dog.
Category: Parks - Hong Kong Attractions & Activities
Address: Aberdeen Reservoir Rd, Hong Kong
This sprawling 410-acre park offers plenty of trails for hiking, jogging or walking, and it also has various exercise stations built along the trails to boost visitor workouts. Picnic areas provide ideal meeting points, and there is also a visitor center with a botanical garden and insect display.
Category: Parks - Hong Kong Attractions & Activities
Address: 19 Cotton Tree Dr, Hong Kong
This small, but well-designed park offers a welcome break from the concrete and glass buildings that are surrounding it. Built into the side of a small hill, top attractions include an aviary with a large selection of exotic birds, and a conservatory, which is among the most extensive in the world. It recreates various climates and includes many...
Category: Parks - Hong Kong Attractions & Activities
Address: Nathan Rd, Hong Kong
As you stroll through this former military encampment, you'll be treated to great views of lakes, ornamental gardens, a sports complex, a bird lake and even a maze to walk through. At the southern end of the park you'll find the Jamia Masjid (otherwise known as Kowloon Mosque) – it's not open to the public, but it's an attractive structure from...
Category: Parks - Hong Kong Attractions & Activities
Address: Tung Tau Tsuen Rd, Hong Kong
The Kowloon Walled City was famous for holding a unique distinction – it was the only district in Hong Kong that avoided British rule during the 1840 Qing Dynasty. So who ruled the walled city? No one! It was in a state of lawlessness and ruin until it was turned into an award-winning park in the 20th century. It is home to Bonsai trees, relics...
Category: Parks - Hong Kong Attractions & Activities
Address: Hong Kong
One of Hong Kong's first three country parks. Lion Rock Country Park spans 557 hectares (1376 acres) and shares a border with Kam Shan Country Park to the west. The park encompasses a narrow line of mountains, one of which is the 495 meter (1624 foot) Lion Rock, a well-known landmark. Another is Mong Fu Shek (Amah Rock), named for its resemblance...
Category: Parks - Hong Kong Attractions & Activities
Address: Hong Kong
The New Territories, once home to nothing but pastoral meadowlands, are quickly becoming industrialized and commercialized. However, this park remains a bastion of natural beauty. This unspoiled seaside area of parkland features hiking trails dotted with informative visitor centers. See the area from a watery vantage point by renting a kaido (a...
Category: Parks - Hong Kong Attractions & Activities
Address: Shek O Rd, Hong Kong
Despite its rather remote and difficult to reach location (or perhaps because of it!), Shek O is quite popular with hikers and other outdoor enthusiasts. The 701-hectare (1732 acres) park offers amazing views from trails that traverse the top of a ridge, plus a beach for those who like to spend their days right by the sea. The park also has picnic...
Category: Parks - Hong Kong Attractions & Activities
Address: Tai Mo Shan Rd, Hong Kong
This park is home to Tai Mo Shan, the highest peak in Hong Kong at 3139 feet. Hiking to the top is strenuous but not too challenging, and the pristine peak view is an ample reward for your efforts. Group tours are also available.
Category: Parks - Hong Kong Attractions & Activities
Address: Hong Kong
Tai Tam Country Park sprawls over 1315 hectares (3249 acres), an amazing one-fifth of Hong Kong Island's total area. Tai Tam Valley, a verdant hollow surrounded by rocky cliffs, is a favorite destination. Also within the park's boundaries there are four reservoirs, and several war-related ruins such as forts and magazines. During WWII this was a...
Category: Parks - Hong Kong Attractions & Activities
Address: Hing Fat St, Hong Kong
Many people visit this park to see the elderly masters, as well as devotees of all ages, practicing tai chi in its wide-open green spaces. This is the largest park in urban Hong Kong, and it's intriguing to watch the hundreds of people practicing their graceful moves.
