Scattered throughout Hong Kong are a number of parks that make the most of the waterfront settings. Like most of the parks in Hong Kong, the waterfront parks are stunning and beautifully designed. If you are looking for a quiet retreat, there are many parks to choose from.
The largest park on Hong Kong Island, Victoria Park makes the most of having Causeway Bay as a backdrop. Named after Queen Victoria, there are over 5500 trees spread over the 19-hectare park. Admission to the park is free although there are some facilities within the park that charge a user fee. That said, there are several sports facilities, such as the roller skating rink and basketball courts, which are free to use. The more sedentary visitors can enjoy the pebble walking path, 2-hectare central lawn, and model pool. There are seating areas throughout Victoria Park. Easily accessed by public transportation, Victoria Park is open 24 hours a day.
Located at West Kowloon’s southern tip, West Kowloon Waterfront Promenade offers visitors a chance to enjoy the quiet beauty of this waterfront park. Visitors can stroll along the boardwalk, cycle on the cycling track, enjoy the landscape, watch the children enjoy the play area, or sit quietly in the pergola and take in the sights and sounds. Open from 6AM to 11PM, there is plenty of time to spend letting the stresses of the day wash away as you enjoy the West Kowloon Waterfront Promenade.
As with so many of the parks in Hong Kong, Quarry Bay Park is open from 6AM and 11PM. This park offers an exquisitely designed waterfront promenade to relax on, a serene Tai Chi Garden, jogging path, lookout towers, sports facilities, cycling track and a children’s area. It is a great place to take the family to for a relaxing day out leaving the hustle and bustle behind. Meander through Quarry Bay Park and enjoy the day or take your tennis racket or basketball to have a game or to work of some energy.
Take some time to enjoy the waterfront jewels that are designed to allow visitors to unwind and relax. There is so much to do in Hong Kong that it is easy to overlook these wonderful areas.
