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Parks in Hong Kong are found in almost every district. Some are very small, with only benches, shade, and play areas. Some parks are large and have lakes, gardens, aviaries, or sports grounds. A few were built during the colonial period and still retain older features such as monuments and historic buildings. More recent parks include open lawns, cycling paths, and recreation areas. Local people use these spaces for tai chi, jogging, walking, and family gatherings. Children’s playgrounds, swimming pools, and sports courts are common facilities. Visitors often stop to see Chinese gardens, bird lakes, or exhibition halls within the grounds.
Top 10 Parks In Hong Kong
Parks in Hong Kong offer a unique blend of urban greenery, cultural heritage, and scenic beauty, making them ideal destinations for relaxation and recreation.
1. Hong Kong Park
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Hong Kong Park is in Central and was opened in 1991. The grounds were once part of Victoria Barracks. The area is about eight hectares. Inside the park is the Edward Youde Aviary, with a raised walkway that cuts through the trees. The aviary holds many bird species from Southeast Asia. A conservatory shows plants in different climate zones. There is also a tai chi garden, small ponds, and artificial waterfalls. Several historic buildings remain, including the Flagstaff House, now used as the Museum of Tea Ware. The park is used by office workers during the week and by families on weekends. Shaded paths run through different parts of the park, with benches placed near ponds and waterfalls.
Location: Central, Hong Kong Island
Highlights: Edward Youde Aviary, Flagstaff House Museum of Tea Ware, conservatory
Nearby Attractions: Pacific Place, Peak Tram Lower Terminus, St. John’s Cathedral
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2. Kowloon Park
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Kowloon Park is located in Tsim Sha Tsui on the site of a former British Army barracks. The park opened in 1970 and covers about 13 hectares, making it one of the largest green areas in Kowloon. A main feature is the bird lake with flamingos and other waterfowl. The park also has an aviary with several hundred birds. A Chinese-style garden, lotus ponds, and covered walkways give different sections their own look. The park has outdoor and indoor swimming pools run by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department. It also has sports grounds and children’s play areas. Sculptures and artwork are placed around the central paths.
Location: Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon
Highlights: Flamingo Lake, aviary, Chinese garden, swimming pools
Nearby Attractions: Nathan Road, Harbour City, Hong Kong Museum of Art
3. Victoria Park
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Victoria Park, in the district of Causeway Bay, covers about 19 hectares. It was built on reclaimed land during the 1950s and named after Queen Victoria, whose statue still stands at the entrance. Inside are large lawns, tree-lined paths, and several sports grounds. Facilities include basketball and tennis courts, football pitches, and swimming pools managed by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department. A model boat pond is one of its older features, still used by hobbyists. There are children’s play areas and shaded benches in different corners. Families and older people use these spaces often. The central lawn is sometimes used for exhibitions and seasonal flower shows.
Location: Causeway Bay, on the north side of Hong Kong Island
Highlights: Queen Victoria statue, model boat pond, tennis and football courts
Nearby Attractions: Causeway Bay shopping streets, Tin Hau Temple, Victoria Harbour front
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4. Nan Lian Garden
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Nan Lian Garden is in Diamond Hill, Kowloon. It opened to the public in 2006 and was built as a Tang-style garden. The grounds cover about 3.5 hectares and follow a fixed layout plan. Inside are small hills, ponds, timber bridges, and wooden pavilions placed according to traditional rules. A golden pavilion stands at the centre, linked by red bridges that cross the water. The lotus pond is one of the main water features, and several small waterfalls are placed along the paths. Stones and plants are arranged in groups, each chosen for symbolic meaning. Inside the grounds are exhibition halls, a vegetarian restaurant, and a tea house.
Location: Diamond Hill, Kowloon
Highlights: Golden Pavilion, lotus pond, red bridges, Tang-style design
Nearby Attractions: Chi Lin Nunnery, Plaza Hollywood, Wong Tai Sin Temple
5. Tamar Park
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Tamar Park is on the waterfront in Admiralty. It was opened in 2011 as part of the government headquarters development. The size is about 1.76 hectares, smaller than many other parks in the city, but it is often used because of its location. The grounds are mostly open lawns with some trees and shaded seating areas. Paths run across the park and connect to the Central and Wan Chai promenades, so it is easy to reach on foot. A small amphitheatre is built into one section and is sometimes used for performances or public events. The lawns are popular for picnics and casual gatherings, especially on weekends.
Location: Admiralty, Hong Kong Island
Highlights: Open lawns, harbour views, amphitheatre
Nearby Attractions: Central Government Offices, Harcourt Garden, Central–Wan Chai Promenade
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6. Kowloon Walled City Park
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Kowloon Walled City Park is in Kowloon City, built on the site of the old Kowloon Walled City. The walled city was demolished in the early 1990s, and the park opened in 1995. It follows the style of a Jiangnan garden, with pavilions, ponds, and courtyards laid out in a traditional Chinese pattern. The South Gate and parts of the original walls were preserved and form the main historic remains inside the park. Several paths lead through landscaped gardens, with rocks, bamboo groves, and carp ponds along the way. Exhibition boards explain the history of the walled city, which was once one of the most crowded places in Hong Kong.
Location: Kowloon City, inside Kowloon
Highlights: South Gate, pieces of the wall still standing, garden in Jiangnan style
Nearby Attractions: Kowloon City Market, Sung Wong Toi Garden, Kowloon City Plaza
7. Victoria Peak Garden
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Victoria Peak Garden is at the top of Victoria Peak, above the main tourist lookout areas. It was once part of the grounds of Mountain Lodge, the summer residence of the Governor of Hong Kong during colonial times. The house was demolished in the 1940s, and the site was later turned into a public garden. The layout is more open than most urban parks, with lawns, flower beds, and walking paths bordered by trees and hedges. Wooden gazebos and benches are placed along the paths, giving views across the harbour and hills. Because of its higher location, the garden is cooler than the city below and is used by walkers who continue past the Peak Tram station.
Location: Victoria Peak, Hong Kong Island
Highlights: Lawns, gazebos, harbour and hill views, colonial history
Nearby Attractions: Peak Tower, Peak Tram station, Lugard Road
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8. Sha Tin Park
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Sha Tin Park is by the Shing Mun River, right in the Sha Tin town centre. It opened in 1988 and covers about 13 hectares. The park is divided into several zones, including a formal garden, a riverside promenade, and children’s play areas. A central feature is the European-style garden with fountains, flower beds, and lawns. The riverside part has walking paths and cycling tracks that link with other sections of Sha Tin. An outdoor amphitheatre is used at times for local events. Carp ponds and lotus plants are set in the landscaped zones. Benches are placed under trees for shade. Families come to the playgrounds, and in the mornings, many older residents use the grounds for exercise.
Location: Sha Tin, New Territories
Highlights: European-style garden, riverside promenade, amphitheatre
Nearby Attractions: New Town Plaza, Shing Mun River, Hong Kong Heritage Museum
9. Tai Po Waterfront Park
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Tai Po Waterfront Park is in the New Territories on the edge of Tolo Harbour. It is the largest park managed by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department, covering about 22 hectares. The grounds are spread along the shoreline with a long promenade that looks out over the water. A lookout tower rises above the centre of the park and gives wide views across the harbour. There are gardens with trees, shrubs, and seasonal flowers, as well as large open lawns. A model boat pool is one of the main facilities, and people often gather there on weekends. Other features include jogging tracks, cycling paths, and children’s play areas.
Location: Tai Po, New Territories
Highlights: Lookout tower, model boat pool, promenade, lawns
Nearby Attractions: Tolo Harbour, Tai Po Market, Tai Po Mega Mall
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10. Hong Kong Zoological And Botanical Gardens
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The Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens are in Central, on the slopes of Victoria Peak. They are among the oldest public gardens in the city, first opened in 1864. The site covers about 5.6 hectares and is divided into two main sections by Albany Road. One side holds the zoological enclosures, with primates, small mammals, and a large collection of birds. The other side contains the botanical areas, with themed gardens of palms, bamboo, and flowering plants. The gardens hold monuments from the colonial period, like the King George VI statue. There are fountains and benches in different parts of the gardens.
Location: Central, Hong Kong Island
Highlights: Bird collection, primate enclosures, botanical gardens, historic statues
Nearby Attractions: Hong Kong Park, Peak Tram station, St. Joseph’s Church
Parks in Hong Kong are spread across busy districts, offering space for exercise, relaxation, and sightseeing. Kowloon Walled City Park preserves historic walls, while Victoria Park hosts sports and events. Families enjoy playgrounds, and seniors practice tai chi. Tourists explore aviaries, gardens, and museums. Nan Lian Garden features Tang-style design, and Tamar Park offers harbor views. TripXL provides itineraries and booking assistance for visiting these scenic parks in Hong Kong.
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