Hong Kong is a city full of adventure and excitement, and there’s no shortage of ways to keep your little ones entertained. The densely-populated city areas may be perfect for exploring its culture and culinary offerings, but don’t miss the chance to experience its beautiful outdoors as well. Whether that means steep tram rides up a mountain, or hikes on quiet, car-free islands, families with children of all ages will love exploring Hong Kong’s mix of nature, culture and action.
1. Go gaming at Kai Tak Sports Park
Once a legendary airport, Kai Tak now is one of Hong Kong’s top sports and entertainment hubs and a great destination for family fun. With more than eight hectares of outdoor space, Kai Tak Sports Park offers statue- and fountain-lined plazas for casual walks, badminton and basketball courts for pick-up games, an open-air theatre for community events and the Youth Sports Ground for kids who want to burn off some energy. The heart of this facility is a multi-lane athletic track which is open to the public for free when it not being used for events. When it’s time to head indoors, Epicland – the city’s largest indoor playground – offers endless fun, while young adventurers can tackle Hong Kong’s tallest rock climbing wall (17.5 metres). The Namco Entertainment Arena provides arcade thrills for older kids, and the 40-lane bowling alley is great for all-ages competitions. Add in 70-plus dining options, and it’s perfect for a family day out.
2. Take a stroll on the East Coast Boardwalk
While most visitors linger around the Central Ferry Piers, Hong Kong’s harbourfront has expanded dramatically. In early 2025, the city unveiled the first section of a 2.2km boardwalk in North Point, joining other seamless links from Causeway Bay and Wan Chai to Central and Sheung Wan. This vibrant, wave-themed pathway is lined with play areas, exercise stations and colourful murals, while cascade seating offers front-row views of Victoria Harbour. Mostly shaded beneath an elevated road, it provides a comfortable, scenic stroll for families. Once complete, this 13km waterfront promenade will stretch from Kennedy Town to Shau Kei Wan, redefining the way people experience the harbour.
3. Visit the new Long Valley Nature Park
Located far up in the New Territories, the Long Valley Nature Park feels worlds away from Hong Kong’s crowded city centre. This 37 hectare man-made mosaic of wetlands and farms blends conservation, eco-friendly agriculture and nature education. The park’s freshwater wetlands – home to migratory birds, amphibians and reptiles – feature rice paddies, dragon fruit farms, strawberry fields and more. Follow the boardwalks to take in the wildlife from the birding hut or join guided tours and workshops at the Long Valley Plaza. The park is beautiful year-round but visit in winter, when the blooming sunflowers are sure to wow your young ones.
4. Follow the Dragon’s Back to Big Wave Bay
The Dragon’s Back trail – officially Section 8 of the Hong Kong Trail network – is one of the city’s most scenic family-friendly hikes, offering breathtaking coastal views and a rewarding finish at Shek O, also known as Big Wave Bay. It’s short, easy, very scenic and ideal for kids ages four and up. Approximately five kilometres one way, the trail starts near the To Tei Wan bus stop and winds up a gently forested hillside to an open viewpoint. Once you’ve reached the top of the climb, you can take in the sea and lush hills around you, as well as islands off in the distance. The roughly two-hour hike then follows a ridgeline with rocky sections before descending to the soft sands of Big Wave Bay. There are plenty of rest stops and pavilions when you need a break along the route. Best of all, when you reach the beach, you can cool off with a swim or enjoy a snack before catching the bus back to Shau Kei Wan, where you can find plenty of cha chaan teng (Hong Kong-style cafés) and take the MTR back to your hotel.
5. Take a tram to The Peak
The Peak, also known as Victoria Peak, offers breathtaking views of Hong Kong’s glittering skyline as well as its natural wonders. The best way to get there is the tram, which has the honour of being one of the world’s oldest and most famous funicular railways. Young children will love the excitement of the ride, as it rises to 396 metres above sea level and at a steep gradient. At the summit, there are plenty of restaurants, shops and entertainment options at The Peak Tower, including a 360-degree viewing platform, Sky Terrace 428 (so named because it stands at 428 metres above sea level).
6. Go on a Star Ferry harbour tour
Usually plying across the scenic Victoria Harbour, the historical Star Ferry is one of the oldest forms of transportation in Hong Kong. A typical trip takes you from Central to Kowloon or Wan Chai in a matter of minutes, but to make it really entertaining for the kiddos, go on an hour-long tour that involves a ride on a recreated 1920s ferry. The journey culminates in a front-row seat of the “Symphony of Lights” performance – a nightly visual spectacle involving lasers, searchlights and music working in harmony from iconic buildings at both sides of the harbour.
7. Day trip to Lamma Island
The third-largest island in Hong Kong has thousands of years of fishing history but is now better known for its laidback vibe thanks to a no-car policy. It has also evolved into a trendy location for the creative set. Craft shops, bookstores and cafes line its narrow main street, and there are also many open-air restaurants hawking fresh seafood dishes. Let the children play at the attractive Hung Shing Yeh Beach before you embark on the relatively easy Lamma Island Family Trail – a 5km trek that spans across two piers and offers splendid views of the surrounding sights.
8. Visit the Hong Kong Unesco Global Geopark
Spanning over 150 km² and comprising the Sai Kung Volcanic Rock Region and the Northeast New Territories Sedimentary Rock Region, this is where your family can witness glorious natural landscapes and wild coastlines created by the earth’s movements and volcanic activity. The Geopark consists of several scenic islands and peninsulas, with unique volcanic rock formations, steep cliffs, sea arches and rugged hexagonal rock columns, as well as a 400-year-old village. Some areas are quite far and difficult to get to, so your best bet is to join a guided tour that will take you on an educational journey, such as this one on Hong Kong’s Geopark North East Wonder and another that allows you to explore the Sai Kung Volcanic Region by boat.
9. Tread lightly at the Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden (KFBG)
At this conservation and education centre located in Tai Po district, kids can get acquainted with all manner of cute creatures, such as pigs, palm civets, leopard cats, parrots and owls. There is also plenty of greenery to admire, with several walking trails as well as an orchid greenhouse, cactus greenhouse and an eco-garden. Children can engage in nature-related art and handicraft activities at its Art House, such as woodblock printing and natural tree ring printing, or go on a treasure hunt.
10. Sign up for a guided walking tour
The vibrant and eclectic city has plenty to offer, whether it is its rich culture, delicious food scene, fascinating history or beautiful nature. A walking tour with a guide allows you to truly get to know the city and discover hidden gems that only locals know about. Try the Kowloon History and Michelin Food Tour offered by Hello Hong Kong. It begins with an informative exploration of Kowloon that takes you to the famous Sik Sik Yuen Wong Tai Sin Temple and the notorious Kowloon Walled City Park before ending with stops along Michelin-rated eats, including a local bakery and a cheong fun (rice noodle roll) eatery. Walk Hong Kong also offers urban walking tours, such as a heritage walk that takes you through significant locations such as Statue Square, The French Mission Building and St John’s Anglican Cathedral.
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