Fortress Hill's newest seaside park opens, free parent-child and pet space to enjoy sunset views

Address: Fortress Hill Waterfront East Coast Park (Watsons Road, Fortress Hill) Hong Kong has its Victoria Harbour, which it is very proud of. Now there are more and more places where you can enjoy the beautiful sea view for free. Following the opening of the seaside promenade from Wan Chai to Central in the first half of the year, the Eastern District now also has a new Fortress Hill Seaside East Coast Park theme area, which also has check-in spots, recreational facilities and a balance bike area. No wonder it attracted citizens as soon as it opened. In the past, Fortress Hill was not necessarily a place that Hong Kong people would deliberately set foot on. This area located between Tin Hau and North Point is mainly commercial and residential, while the back streets are garages and industrial buildings. If you look closely at this area, apart from the fenced-off King's Theatre, there are actually many interesting places to explore, including the new Fortress Hill Waterfront East Coast Park, which is the perfect excuse to visit this area. Convenient transportation and complete supporting facilities It is not difficult to get there. It is about a 10-minute walk from Fortress Hill MTR Station. Turn into Electric Road from Oil Street and walk straight along Watson Road towards the seaside. The park was originally connected to the Causeway Bay Typhoon Shelter, but the path is currently not open, so this is the only way to get there. There are convenience stores and supermarkets along the way for supplies. Watson Road also has parking meters and car parks for direct access by car. As you enter the park, you will see a large space without any obstruction from the East Corridor. The entire park covers an area of ​​9,800 square meters, giving it a very open feel. It will definitely be a great location to watch the fireworks in the future. There is a drinking fountain at the entrance, but it cannot be used due to the epidemic. There is also a temporary toilet. There is a container in the park that displays the seaside-inspired works of fashion designers. The clothes prepared for the fashion show on the park's opening day will be on display until October 2. Fun for families and pets The seaside promenade is about 360 meters long. The architect used "windows" as the design concept, integrating window frames of different sizes into the design of railings, outdoor installations and low banks. The scenery that visitors see is like looking out of a window. There is an artificial lawn and a large number of wooden chairs with sunshades. Many tourists sit on the ground and enjoy the rare leisure atmosphere in the city. The park is pet-friendly, and many people bring their dogs for a walk. On the other side is the children's balance bike testing space, with a winding route painted on the road and bright yellow door frames, like a finish line, and the children are "racing" along the route. However, since there are no fences in the space, you must pay attention to the "traffic conditions" when walking on it to avoid collisions. Continue walking along the coast, and you will see a giant check-in spot with the words VICTORIA HARBOUR. Visitors can sit among the English words and take unique photos. There are also two small slides and safety mats here for children to play and run around, but there are too few facilities and it is more suitable for young children. Perfect sunset view with zero blind spots Behind the recreation area is the highlight of the park - the first breakwater officially open to the public in Victoria Harbour. The breakwater is about 100 metres long, allowing visitors to enjoy the coastline from a new perspective in the inner waters of Victoria Harbour. The "Big Egg" at the end of the breakwater is the eastern exhaust vent of the Central-Wan Chai Bypass. The aesthetic of its design is a matter of opinion, but under the egg you can enjoy an almost 360-degree view of the Victoria Harbour, and many Hong Kong people are happy to take photos and check in here. Please note that there is no fence on the breakwater. If you cross it, you will see stone piers and the seaside. Be careful not to fall if you bring children or pets there. There is no shade here at all. There are a few sun benches for sitting and wooden chairs of different sizes. It can be quite hot when the sun is strong. The park is open 24 hours a day, so you may want to visit at dusk to enjoy the Magic Hour when the sun sets, and after dark, you can also enjoy the night view of Hong Kong's skyline. As for the seaside promenade in Wan Chai, it is expected that the "Ferry Pier Theme Area (Phase II)", "Water Sports and Recreation Theme Area (Phase II)" and "Vibrant Typhoon Shelter Theme Area" will be opened by the end of this year, further extending the Victoria Harbour waterfront to 25 kilometers. #Hong Kong good places #Dog-running hotspots #Local travel