Joanna James
Hong Kong is not only for foodies and shopaholics to enjoy. Go ahead and plan a family holiday to Hong Kong and you won't regret it. The country is jam-packed with all sorts of fun activities for the young and old! Curious? Check out these fun family activities in Hong Kong!
This is your perfect excuse for getting the little ones off those electronic devices and out in the fresh air. Lion Rock Country Park is a beautiful environ to explore. You can hike up the rock, 495 metres high, along some scenic family-friendly hiking paths. At the top, you will be rewarded with sweeping views across Kowloon. Plus, the great outdoors and hiking is ideal to get kids all activated and hungry to enjoy a big meal. There are plenty of well-located hotels in Hong Kong to choose from, some like the Dorsett Mongkok, Hong Kong just 15 minutes away, is good examples of a conveniently located family hotel in Hong Kong.
Disney magic works on just about everyone, no matter how many times you visit the park, it's always a new experience. Hong Kong Disneyland is no different. Themed food and thrills of riding the Space Mountain Rollercoaster is just the tip of the iceberg. And if you and your kids are fans of Marvel comics, Stark Industries is a must-visit. There you can meet Iron Man and enjoy the thrills of riding the Iron Man 4D ride which takes you into the world of the Avengers.
Another theme park easy to reach from your family hotel in Mongkok is Ocean Park. Which is convenient to access via the MTR, which stops at the Ocean Park station. There is plenty of fun for the entire family to enjoy at Ocean Park. Some of the best include a walk through Old Hong Kong, visiting Marine World and its pretty residents, fun at Thrill Mountain and discovering Old Whiskers Harbours. Take the cable car ride and you can enjoy stunning views across the region. At this park, your kids can get up close and personal with the animals. Feed the penguins, check out the seals and spend time with the friendly dolphins.
Ngong Ping 360 is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Hong Kong! The place is easy to reach via MTR. Just get down at the Tung Chung Station. From there go to the Tung Chung Cable Car Terminal and buy your tickets. If you prefer to avoid the crowds, buy your tickets online at Klook. The cable car ride is 25 minutes, along the way you are treated to bird's eye views of Lantau Island, the charming Ngong Ping Village, Hong Kong Airport, Po Lin Monastery, the Tian Tan 'Big Buddha' and Tai O Village.
Quite close to Ngong Ping is the fisher village of Tai O. The place is an iconic attraction for its rustic houses built on stilts. The perfect place to visit for thrills amidst the best of nature. From this village, you can take a boat ride to visit the pink dolphin pods.
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