As if a trip to Hong Kong isn’t mind-blowing enough, you can now also experience the magic of Mickey Mouse and make your dreams become even more truer at Disneyland. Opened back in 2005, this park has now become a staple piece on the rack of must-do Hong Kong attractions. There are four theme parks within Disneyland with each offering a wide range of quality family entertainment.

Main Street, U.S.A.

Have you ever dreamed of traveling back in time to experience small town Americana? Think bowler hats and old-style picket fence architecture and you probably have a  mental picture close-enough to the reality of Main Street, U.S.A. This introductory area of the park brings typical early 20th century American culture town to life. Listen to the singing barber shop boys or take a ride on a steam engine - you would be forgiven for believing you’d stepped into a corny time machine.

Adventureland

For those looking for something more ’adventurous’ there is Adventureland. Scream in unison with the crowds as you discover the surprises waiting for you on the riverboat cruise or get marooned on the desert island in the middle of the river. Of course there are also many legacies of Disney’s timeless classics, with shows such as The Lion King and Winne The Pooh. 

Fantasyland

Relive your fondest childhood memories and meet your favorite characters like Winnie the Pooh, Mickey Mouse, and many others that require no introduction. You may also spin in a storybook cup or be swept away by Cinderella’s carriage. Fantasyland is a fairy tale waiting to come true.

Tomorrowland

Explore the limitless mystery that is the universe at Tomorrowland. Begin your own adventure on a rocket through the atmosphere on your own spaceship, or team up with Buzz Lightyear to save the galaxy!

Sweet dreams are never enough. Stay at the heart of the magic and follow your dreams. There are two themed hotels in Hong Kong Disneyland : Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel and Disney’s Hollywood Hotel.

FASTPASS:

Visiting Disneyland is like visiting a mini-country. On a one day trip it is best to fully utilize the limited time and enjoy as many of your favourite attractions as possible. Plan your itinerary ahead of time in order to make the most of the day. Nothing is more time consuming and irritating than waiting in a long queue. Pick up a Fastpass for the attractions so you can book yourself on a ride, walk around and enjoy other sites, and then return at the given time without having to queue at all.

Activities:

Disney on Parade

Disney on Parade begins in fantasyland near the entrance of Storybook Theatre. It starts at either 1:00pm or 3:30pm depending on the closing time of the park (Check Park Calendar). Try to arrive 15 minutes early in order to secure a spot with a choice view.

“Disney in the Stars” Fireworks

“Disney in the Stars” fireworks are shown every night at 7:00pm or 8:00pm depending on the closing time of the park (Check Park Calendar). Arrive 15 minutes early at the square in front of the Sleeping Beauty Castle at Fantasyland. Witness the sky transform into a beautiful piece of art.

Ticket Prices

- Adults: regular HK$295, peak HK$350
- Children (aged 3 to 11): regular HK$210, peak HK$250
- Seniors (65 or above): regular HK$170, peak HK$200
- Children under 3 years old: free admission

* Peak days include weekends, Hong Kong public holidays, summer school holidays in July and August, and the Golden Week holidays in May and October.

Where to buy tickets:

(1) At Hong Kong Disneyland Ticket Express
- MTR Hong Kong Station Tung Chung line concourse.
- Up to 90 days in advance
- Open daily from 9:00am to 9:00pm

(2) Online booking (To pick up at the Ticket Express counter):

(3) Reservation Center:
- Reserve tickets as a hotel guest, parking availability is guaranteed
- Tel: (852) 1-830-830
- Hours: Daily from 9:00am to 6:00pm
- Online reservation

(4) Your local travel agency: Purchase tickets as part of your Hong Kong travel package

(5) At Hong Kong Disneyland main entrance: From 9:00am until the park closes

How to get there:

At Sunny Bay MTR station, take the exclusive Disneyland Resort line to Disneyland Resort Station.

Tips:

1. Check the daily schedule of the park.

Collect the Times Guide at Guest Relations on the day of your visit for more information about that day’s shows and event times, including any revisions to schedules. Make reference to the daily schedule of the park before you start your journey:

2. Purchase Disneyland Resort Line 1-Day Pass.

A combination ticket featuring Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and Goofy is available at the MTR Hong Kong Station Tung Chung line concourse. A discount is given on the MTR round trip ticket which costs HK$50 on top of the normal price of a park ticket. Regular HK$345. Peak HK$400.

3. Collect tickets booked online.

Travelers who have booked park tickets online, please remember to bring the confirmation email (or the confirmation code) and also the credit card you made payment with.

4. Get a FASTPASS.

Some visitors may want to consider getting a FASTPASS for all of the attractions at the beginning of their Disneyland journey. However, it is often not easy to predict your designated return time for to each attraction, and times may clash with each other. A better option is to obtain the FASTPASS of Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters and Space Mountain at the same time, as both of them are located at Tommorowland. (see also other tips about FASTPASS on the official website).

Did you know?:

- Hong Kong Disneyland is the only Disneyland in the world that has a real-life stunning mountain and sea view as a backdrop. To increase the park’s natural beauty, more than 18,000 trees representing more than 300 different species have been planted in Hong Kong Disneyland. The trees are mainly from China, Australia, Thailand and Malaysia. The oldest one is a 100 year old Brachychiton Rupestris that is only be found in Australia.

- Specially designed Hong Kong Disneyland Fairy Tale Weddings packages are available in Disneyland. A Disney Professional Wedding Planner can help you plan your romantic “Happily-ever-after” with your loved one.

Estimated duration of trip:

Minimum of 1 day

Links:

Visit the official website of
Hong Kong Disneyland
Dining in Hong Kong Disneyland
Hotels in Hong Kong Disneyland

Back in the days before Disneyland and soaring cable cars, the Peak was the prime destination for visitors to Hong Kong. The timeless spot has always offered the best views of Hong Kong with the site taking in an average of six million visitors every year. With the Peak Tower having recently undergone a makeover, Hong Kong’s premier tourist destination has become sexy again. 

The Peak Tram   

For a classic Hong Kong experience, try viewing skyscrapers whilst traveling up an almost vertical gradient on a tram. The Peak Tram is a historic funicular railway operating since 1888. The tram ascends 373 meters from the Lower Peak Tram Terminus in Central to The Peak. The steepest inclination is 27 degrees at May Road. If you have the heart to stand up from your seat, gravity automatically kicks in and you will actually be standing at a 45 degree angle on the way up - a really unique experience which will have the rest of the passengers staring at you in awe. Measuring 1365 meters, the tram is the shortest, yet most beautiful route to The Peak. The Peak Tram is computer-controlled. All safety devices are checked automatically before each ascension begins, just in case you have any safety concerns about traveling up a 27 degree incline in a tram - not something you experience every day.

- Hours of Operation: Everyday, including all public holidays, from 7:00 am to midnight, departing every 15 minutes.
- Roundtrip fare: HK$30 for adults / HK$9 for children / HK$14 for seniors
- One way fare: HK$20 for adults / HK$6 for children / HK$7 for seniors

Tips: Adjacent to the Peak Tram, The Lion Pavillion offers some of the clearest views of the skyline. They are the just off the right on the start of a trail that goes round the Peak.

The Peak Hong Kong Nature Walk

Looking to share a romantic moment with a loved one or get the kids outdoors and produce an indelible memory for the family? Then take a leisurely stroll along one of the nature trails originating at The Peak Tower. While you relax amidst lush green vegetation you can savor the glorious panoramic views of Hong Kong. Choose among one of the following four routes:

(1) Mount Austin Playground (5 to 10 mins) - an ideal picnic area for families
(2) Victoria Peak Garden (30 to 40 mins) - located 554 meters above sea level, this excellent resting place offers a view of the whole of Hong Kong
(3) Hong Kong Trail, a circuit of The Peak (45 to 60 mins) - an easy, scenic trail for all ages.
(4) Pok Fu Lam Country Park (35 to 45 mins) - where you can find a stream cascading towards Pok Fu Lam Reservoir

Tips: If time allows, do the Hong Kong Trail during the daytime, so you can soak in the optimum vantage point from Lugard Road Lookout. At night choose one of the many themed restaurants providing the stunning view.

How to get there

The Peak
- Bus 15 - Exchange Square in Central (daily from 6:15 am to 12:15 am, HK$8.8)
- Green minibus no. 1: City Hall in Central (daily, HK$7.4)

The Peak Tram Terminus on Garden Road
- Bus 15C: Star Ferry Pier in Central (daily 10:00 am to 11:45 pm, HK$3.2)
- On foot: from Central MTR station exit J2, walk about 10 minutes

Estimated duration

Sightseeing only: 3 hours
Sightseeing + dinner: 5 hours

Further info
The Peak Lookout Restaurant

Lan Kwai Fong
Lan Kwai Fong is located on the south end of Queen’s Road Central and above the winding D’Aguilar and Wyndham Streets. It is definitely the place to party, with many famous bars and clubs concentrated up, down, and either side of the elongated hilly stretch of tarmac. You will find a great mix of people and cultures, with locals and expatriates enjoying many liquidated happy hours in the area. The Lan Kwai Fong restaurant group owns many bars in the area, but they most certainly do not have a monopoly, so check our list of top bars and nightlife entertainment to see some of our favorite specially selected watering holes (rigorously scientifically tested and proven to be so).

Tips
Holidays such as Halloween, Christmas, or New Year’s draw enormous crowds to Lan Kwai Fong.  Arrive early to snag a table on a balcony for your party. From these choice seats, you can most comfortably enjoy the festivities.

Tipping is not compulsory, but most restaurants will add 10% service charge onto the bill.

Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha)
One of Hong Kong’s premiere attractions is the world’s tallest outdoor seated Buddha; the great looming statue of the Buddhist deity Sakyamuni. Seated on a summit in Lantau, the Buddha measures over 100 feet in height and weighs 275.5 tons. There is a large automated bell within the Buddha that rings 108 times everyday, with the number ’108’ symbolizing escape from 108 troubles of mankind. For a closer look at the statue and its surrounding views, you will have to ascend 260 or-so steps. It is well worth the effort though, as there is a museum at the top and you will be able to look out over the spectacular view of the surrounding Ngong Ping plateau and Lantau Peak. 

Tip:
A lively time to visit the Buddha is on the Buddha’s Birthday, a public holiday in late April or May. Each year thousands of people make the pilgrimage which makes for an inspiring scene at the site. However, if you seek a quiet, peaceful moment with the Buddha, try to avoid visiting on Sundays or public holidays.

Po Lin Monastery
Known as the ’Buddhist Kingdom of the South,’ this extensive monastery is one of the main Buddhist monasteries in Hong Kong. Po Lin can be translated as ’precious lotus’ (with the lotus flower being the Buddhist symbol of purity). The monastery itself was founded by three monks in 1920 and was renamed and developed into the Po Lin Monastery that now exists today in 1924. Although many monks still seek refuge there today, the area attracts much more outside visitors these days.

Tip:
Visitors should not bring meat or alcohol to the area as a measure of respect.

Dining:
There are three good-value vegetarian restaurants around the area. You can buy meal tickets at the entrance to the Buddha statue and this ticket gives one access to the displays inside the Buddha and what is basically the monk’s canteen. For the carnivorous, Buddhists chefs specialize in mock meat dishes, which is basically sweetened to-fu.

Tea Gardens
To the west of the Buddha statue are some Tea Gardens, which have their own plantation. A quaint Tea Garden café serves up simple dishes and tea, with the dated overhanging parasols providing shade and relief from the sun. The café also sells tea leaves fresh from the bush. To get there walk from Po Lin Monastery and follow the signs to the Tea Gardens entrance.

The Wisdom Path
From the Tea Gardens, a 15 minute walk along a hiking trail will bring you to the Wisdom Path. Recently refurbished, here there is a large outdoor installation representing of the Buddhist prayer; the Heart Sutra. The prayer is creatively displayed on escalating wooden pillars. Together, the pillars form the symbol of ’Infinity,’ which exemplifies the limitless and boundlessness of Buddhism and enlightenment.

Estimated duration of the trip:
Sightseeing and lunch: 4 hours

Directions:
There are numerous ways to reach the Buddha, with the recently added and popularly acclaimed Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car providing the most scenic and effortless route. 

The longest, but most ecological route involves taking a ferry to Lantau from Central. Take the MTR to Hong Kong Station / Airport Express Line, but leave the station at exit E1, towards the signs for the IFC Mall and the outlying islands ferry pier. After exit E1 walk through the IFC Mall to the outlying islands Ferry Pier 6. Take the ferry to Mui Wo, Lantau Island, then bus 2 from the bus terminus outside the pier.

Or alternatively, the most mediocre route is to take the Tung Chung line in the MTR to the end of the line - Tung Chung Station. Get out at exit B and walk towards the bus terminus to find bus 23 from Tung Chung to Po Lin Monastery.