People are flocking towards the HONG KONG VICTORIA PEAK – a major Hong Kong attraction. The full name of this view point is Victoria Peak and it is sure to be high up on your list of must see Hong Kong attractions!
Since the opening of the Tramway back in 1888 the popularity of The Peak has continued to grow. Currently it hosts more than 6 million visitors each year. The Tram ride alone is spectacularly breathtaking, whether you are going up or coming down. At the end of this seven minute journey you can expect to have the penultimate view of the city of Hong Kong.
Hong Kong Victoria Peak
YOU CANNOT HAVE THIS VIEW ANYWHERE ELSE - IT'S ONLY AVAILABLE at THE PEAK!
A great insider tip is to secure your seat on the right side of the Peak Tram. This will give you the best angle to capture exceptional video footage while you are moving to the 373 meters hill top.
Hong Kong Victoria Peak Tower will give you a full 270 degree view of Hong Kong. From the world-famous Victoria Harbour to the Kowloon Skylines – this view never fails to deliver and amaze.
And, if the view is not enough for you… pop into Madame Tussauds Hong Kong, only one of the Peak Tower attractions. Decide for yourself whether they have managed to capture your idols and other famous people believably. The Wax museum also features Ripley's Believe It or Not and a ride through a dark tunnel called the Rise of The Dragon.
The Upper Peak Tram station building has restaurants offering fine dining … I believe we mentioned the view?
For the keen walking enthusiasts Victoria Peak offers the Lugard-Harleck Road Trail. Quite an easy trail to follow (you can also opt to take the route that brings you back to the city!) expect to be distracted by skyscrapers that form city canyons, beautiful green mountains and the legendary Hong Kong Harbour.
How to get to Hong Kong Victoria Peak starting from the City Gateways? The Peak is situated on Hong Kong Island.
If you are at Chek Lap Kok Hong Kong International Airport, Lantau Island you can take an MTR Train. It is ideal to get an Airport Express Tourist Octopus Card(3-days Transport Pass, HK$220). This pass will give you a one way 24 minute ride of the Express Trains to Hong Kong Island, 3 days unlimited rides on the MTR and HK$20 worth of travel on any other public transport.
Get on the Airport Express Train for the 24 minute trip to the city – you will go all the way to the last station - Hong Kong MTR Station which is adjacent to Central Station. Walk thru Central Station and look for exit J2 then walk towards Peak Tram Terminus on Garden Road. Also, you can take the MTR exit K to the City Hall. At the Bus Station adjacent to City Hall, take Bus no. 15C (3.20 HK$), which will take you on a 10 minute ride that will deliver you to the Peak Tram Station. From there the Peak Tram will bring you straight up to the Peak(HK$20 - one way, HK$30 - round trip).
And our favorite way to Victoria Peak? If you are coming from China and pass thru Lo Wu, you should take the MTR train (read train safety tips) to East Tsim Tsa Tsui station and then walk to the nearby Star Ferry Pier. Get on board for an 8 minute Ferry ride to Central, Hong Kong Island(HK$2.20 - upper deck seat), and at Central Pier, you may find the City Hall. At the adjacent Bus Station, take Bus no. 15C (3.20 HK$), (a 10 minutes ride as mentioned before)Your kids will love to sit in the open top bus that will bring you to the Peak Tram Station. Get on the Peak Tram that will bring you directly to the Peak.
Important: If for any reason you don't want to get on the TRAM, an alternate route to the Hong Kong Victoria Peak is available. Take a taxi up through the twisting roads or get on Bus No. 15 from Central Ferry Pier or from Central MTR Station Exit K that will bring you straight to the PEAK.
Hong Kong Victoria Peak Travel from Lo Wu