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Lantau Island, Ngong Ping

If you're in Hong Kong, you've gotta hit up Lantau Island and climb those iconic stairs to the Big Buddha—seriously, this spot is a must! 🙌 The Ngong Ping 360 cable car was out of commission when I visited, so we hopped on a bus from Tung Chung Station instead. Pro tip: you can stash your luggage at Citygate Outlets (20 Tat Tung Rd, Tung Chung, open 10am-10pm) before heading out. We arrived super early, which meant epic photo ops with hardly anyone else in the background. Highly recommend if you want those Insta-worthy snaps! 📸✨ The restaurants around Ngong Ping Village don’t open till 11am, so we made a quick stop at the bakery for breakfast. The tofu snacks here? SO good. Heads up, it gets mega hot in the afternoon! Bring your umbrella and portable fan—you’ll thank yourself later. 🌞 Tons of benches around so you can chill and soak up the zen vibes if your legs need a break. The views? Total knockout. Address: Ngong Ping, Lantau Island, Hong Kong Big Buddha Opening Hours: 10am–5:30pm Honestly, this is one of my fave chill spots in Hong Kong. Go early, bring snacks, and get ready for an unforgettable adventure!#travel #naturalwonders #myitinerary
Posted: Sep 18, 2025
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Hong Kong adventure? Absolutely! 🚠 I did a day trip out to Lantau Island—hit up the iconic Ngong Ping 360 cable car, squeezed in some hiking, and watched the sunset golden hour that totally lit up my feed. 🌅 Top Spots to Visit: - Ngong Ping 360: Start your day with this epic cable car ride from Tung Chung to the Ngong Ping Village—panoramic views of the island and South China Sea are next-level! - Lantau Island: The island’s hiking trails are open all day (Hong Kong Outlying Islands, Lantau Island)—do the wisdom trail loop or trek toward Sunset Peak for killer scenery. - Sunset Watch: Head up the hiking path about 1.5 hours before sunset for those golden hour pics (seriously, don’t forget your power bank for the phone-cam marathon). Personal tips: Book your Ngong Ping 360 tickets on trip.com ahead of time to skip the queues! If you want a more chill hike, bring light snacks and some extra water—Lantau’s breezy but the hills can be real. For the sunset, hang out at the higher lookouts, your Insta will thank you. Getting there & Around: Catch the MTR to Tung Chung, then walk to Ngong Ping 360 terminal. Cable car drops you straight at the village for easy hiking access. Local buses also cruise all over the island if you need a backup plan. What to Eat: Grab a tofu pudding in Ngong Ping Village—famous for a reason! Or refuel with noodles at a tiny shop after your hike. Extra tips: No visa needed for most travelers. Hong Kong dollar cash is easiest. Weather? Humidity’s real, so pack a light layer. #hkonbudget #LantauIsland #NgongPing360 #HongKongHikes #GoldenHour #tripdotcom

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