Looking for a holiday destination with the perfect mix of family-friendly fun, fantastic food and unforgettable experiences? Head to the Pearl of the Orient – Hong Kong, the energetic city that combines the best of tradition and modernity. A visit to Hong Kong with kids offers a kaleidoscope of activities and attractions for families looking for an exciting family holiday.
Whether it’s a cultural immersion or multisensory engagement for children, you can be sure that a family trip in Hong Kong will be a memorable one that tantalises the senses and ignites the imagination.
Just four hours away from Singapore, Hong Kong is as convenient a holiday destination with kids as it is a popular one. Multiple flights connect Singapore and Hong Kong each day. Best of all, once you arrive, language is not an issue as both English and Chinese are commonly spoken, making it easy to explore the vibrant city.
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Apart from renowned theme parks like Hong Kong Disneyland and Ocean Park, Hong Kong has many other kid-friendly attractions like museums, shopping streets and even outdoor trails for energetic young ones.
So whether you are thinking of a weekend getaway or planning a longer family vacation to Hong Kong, be sure to bookmark this guide to the best family-friendly experiences that Hong Kong has to offer.
Now, here are our top 10 picks of attractions, events and activities to do when visiting Hong Kong with kids!
Hong Kong with Kids: Top 10 Activities & Attractions for Families
1. Hong Kong Disneyland and the New World of Frozen
If you are going to be in Hong Kong with kids, you probably already have Hong Kong Disneyland on your itinerary – and rightfully so!
Embark on a thrilling adventure at Hong Kong Disneyland, where magic comes to life at every turn. Little adventurers and the young-at-heart will love the park filled with beloved Disney characters, iconic rides and dazzling shows.
One themed land that you can’t miss is the new World of Frozen. Be enchanted by the picture-perfect world of Arendelle and ride its magical attractions: Frozen Ever After and Wandering Oaken’s Sliding Sleighs.
2. Ocean Park Hong Kong and Water World
Prepare for an unforgettable journey of excitement at Ocean Park Hong Kong. With over 80 attractions and rides, Ocean Park Hong Kong is a marine mammal park, oceanarium, animal theme park and amusement park rolled into one. You can toggle between thrilling rides and awe-inspiring animal encounters all day long while at Ocean Park Hong Kong with kids.
Get your heart pounding on the Hair Raiser rollercoaster with its breathtaking views of the South China Sea, then take a spin on Wild Twister and hold on tight while rushing downhill at The Rapids water ride. Little ones will also find rides and amusements at Whiskers Harbour!
Then come face-to-face with dolphins and sea lions at Marine World and visit Arctic Fox Den to learn the secrets of the tundra predator. Giant pandas, sharks, penguins, harbour seals and many other animals make a visit to Ocean Park Hong Kong both educational and fun.
For even more fun in the water, make time to visit Water World Ocean Park Hong Kong. The water park has 27 indoor and outdoor attractions that the whole family can enjoy all year round.
Young ones can have fun at the Whiskers’ Splash water playground, bob about at the Horizon Cove indoor wave pool or soak in stunning ocean views at Riptide’s infinity pool. Intrepid adventurers will not want to miss thrilling rides like Cyclone Spin, Thunder Loop and Cavern Chase too.
Get ready for a splashing good time at Water World Ocean Park Hong Kong, Asia’s first all-weather waterfront water park!
3. Kid-friendly Museums: Hong Kong Science Museum, Hong Kong Space Museum, Hong Kong Railway Museum, Hong Kong Palace Museum
Maybe one of Hong Kong’s best-kept secrets is how kid-friendly its museums are. When you want to spend a day indoors filled with a dose of entertaining learning, take a pick from one of Hong Kong’s kid-friendly museums.
Visit the Hong Kong Science Museum for an explosion of interactive exhibits. Kids can conduct mini-experiments, solve puzzles and take on challenges that introduce science in a fun way. The recently-opened Palaeontology Gallery has the most complete Deinonychus fossil in the world, a 3-metre-tall woolly mammoth fossil and lifelike robotic dinosaurs; it is sure to be hit with dino-loving kids.
Spark wonder at the Hong Kong Space Museum. The “Hall of the Cosmos” and “Hall of Space Exploration” have a hundred exhibits that introduce the mysteries of the universe and the science of space exploration. Then journey through the universe at the Space Theatre planetarium.
Train enthusiasts will want to make a stop at the Hong Kong Railway Museum. Get up close to a collection of historic locomotives and passenger carriages at the museum. Occupying the old Tai Po Market Railway Station, kids will be intrigued by the intricate train models and other exhibits that explore the past and present of Hong Kong’s railways.
You can get a taste of the Forbidden City in Hong Kong. The five-storey Hong Kong Palace Museum’s collection of items from the Palace Museum in Beijing sheds light on life in the Forbidden City. The museum also plays host to special exhibitions, often co-curated with other leading museums around the world.
4. Shopping: Fuk Wing Street (Toy Street) & Temple Street Night Market
Hong Kong is synonymous with shopping. You will find no shortage of modern shopping malls like Harbour City in Tsim Sha Tsui, Central’s Landmark and IFC Mall, Lee Gardens at Causeway Bay and, slightly further afield, the recently-opened The Wai.
While in Hong Kong with kids, you can also seek out other authentic shopping experiences at Fuk Wing Street (Toy Street) as well as Temple Street Night Market.
Fuk Wing Street, located in Sham Shui Po, is known for being a toy paradise with wholesale prices offered for bulk purchases! Yau Ma Tei and In’s Point in Kowloon is another go-to for toys, collectibles and LEGO sets at attractive prices.
For a taste of street markets, a must-visit is the Temple Street Night Market. Purchase souvenirs and indulge in street food like fish siumai and mango mochi. Be prepared for a bustling night out!
5. Victoria Peak and the Peak Tram
One must-do in Hong Kong is taking the Peak Tram to Victoria Peak for the quintessential view of the city skyline and surrounding islands.
The Peak Tram has been in operation since 1888 and is Asia’s oldest funicular railway system. The 10-minute tram ride ascends at a mind-boggling gradient of 4 to 25 degrees, revealing ever-changing views of Hong Kong’s skyscrapers.
When you reach the summit, pay a visit to the Sky Terrace 428 for stunning views of Hong Kong from 428 metres above sea level. Remember to snap a family portrait to remember your holiday to Hong Kong!
6. Star Ferry
Step onboard the iconic Star Ferry for a fun and affordable ride that the kids will love! The Star Ferry offers an inexpensive way to travel between Central and Tsim Sha Tsui.
Soak in panoramic views of the city’s skyline and the bustling waterfront as you glide across the waters of Victoria Harbour. Kids will be taken in by the ferry’s charming retro vibes and can imagine they are sailing away back in time.
The Star Ferry offers a memorable way to experience Hong Kong’s vibrant harbour and is a fun and easy-to-do activity when in Hong Kong with kids.
7. Hong Kong Food Culture
If anything rivals Hong Kong’s reputation for shopping, it is its food! Hong Kong is a culinary paradise and there are so many diverse dining experiences that will fill the senses.
Experience the iconic Hong Kong food culture at dim sum restaurants, cha chaan tengs (Hong Kong-style diners), da pai dongs (open-air food stalls), dessert kiosks and other food establishments.
Iconic foods to put on the foodie bucket list include dim sum, roast goose, wonton noodle soup, bao zai fan or claypot rice, and curry fish balls. Even kids who are picky eaters will enjoy indulging in Hong Kong-style French toast, pineapple bolo bun, steamed milk pudding and other delightful treats.
8. Outdoor Trails and Nature: Dragon’s Back Trail, Sai Kung Country Park & Lantau Island
In case you think that Hong Kong is just an urban metropolis, you will be surprised to know that Hong Kong has plenty of outdoor trails with gorgeous views.
Take the Dragon’s Back hike – a two-hour trail that starts at a mysterious tree tunnel and ends at the beach at Big Wave Bay. Another family-friendly trail can be found at the Sai Kung Country Park where a trail will take you past a Hakka village from the 19th century. For more challenging routes, outdoor enthusiasts can also consider hiking trails with varied difficulties at Lantau Island.
9. Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car & Tai O Fishing Village
Experience a different side of Hong Kong by combining a thrilling cable car ride with a visit to a traditional fishing village. Soar above Lantau Island in the Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car where you can admire the views of lush greenery and the deep blue South China Sea.
Explore Ngong Ping Village where you will find kid-friendly attractions like The Art of Chocolate Hong Kong and Motion 360. Take a walk to the Tian Tian Buddha and Po Lin Monastery or hike up to Lantau Peak, Hong Kong’s second tallest natural point. Then replenish your sustenance with a bowl of silky smooth tofu pudding (tau fu fa).
From Ngong Ping, you can take a bus or a blue taxi to Tai O, a picturesque fishing village built on stilts! It is a place forgotten by time, clinging fast to a traditional way of life. Enjoy views from the Fu Shan Viewing Point and stop for seafood at one of the village restaurants.
10. Family-friendly Events All Year-Round
Playing host to family-friendly events throughout the year, Hong Kong always has something new and exciting going on whenever you visit.
From now till 2 June, visit the teamLAB: Continuous exhibition. Hundreds of colourful luminous structures and adorned trees respond as visitors interact with the installations spanning across Tamar Park and Victoria Harbour.
Or go on a Voyage With Van Gogh from 28 March to 31 May, where unique digital animation comes together with mesmerising musical compositions to create a multi-sensory outdoor experience.
To discover the latest family-friendly events, visit the website here.
Spend a Memorable Family Holiday in Hong Kong
Hong Kong is a treasure trove of unforgettable memories waiting to be made. The dynamic city is brimming with kid-friendly attractions, culture and must-do experiences.
You can always count on having exciting adventures in Hong Kong, where the perfect blend of modernity and tradition ensures that each moment is filled with wonder and joy. So pack your bags and get ready for a fun-filled family holiday in Hong Kong with kids!
To discover more about the latest that Hong Kong has to offer, visit the Hong Kong Tourism Board website.
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