Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha)
Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha)
4.5
Points of Interest & Landmarks • Architectural Buildings • Religious Sites • Monuments & Statues
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10:00 - 17:30
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10:00 - 17:30
Tuesday
10:00 - 17:30
Wednesday
10:00 - 17:30
Thursday
10:00 - 17:30
Friday
10:00 - 17:30
Saturday
10:00 - 17:30
Sunday
10:00 - 17:30
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Edomon
Singapore, Singapore321 contributions
Mar 2023
We went there via a bus as the cable car was under maintenance. Took us around 45 mins to reach from citygate outlets. Do note that there is a long stairs to climb to reach the top.
Written 17 March 2023
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Susan C
Melbourne, Australia682 contributions
Jan 2023
Our visit to the Big Buddha was on a very foggy day in the mountains and our view of the Big Buddha was quite obscured even when on the walkway immediately underneath. My companion had visited when the temple was hidden by scaffolding, however, so she felt this was a better view than that. I felt it made it quite mysterious though, of course, I would have liked to see it better! While the actual buddha was lost in the clouds we were able to clearly see the other statues of devas surrounding it. We toured the inside of the temple (free but no photos) and found that quite interesting.
We arrived at the Big Buddha via the Ngong Ping 360 cable car (which had signs warning about the obscured views). There are quite a number of steps leading up to the Big Buddha entrance with some sad-looking water lilies along the way. We also visited the charming Po Lin Monastery which was not so obscured by the foggy clouds. Afterwards we took the bus in the Ngong Ping village down to the Tai O village at the end.
We arrived at the Big Buddha via the Ngong Ping 360 cable car (which had signs warning about the obscured views). There are quite a number of steps leading up to the Big Buddha entrance with some sad-looking water lilies along the way. We also visited the charming Po Lin Monastery which was not so obscured by the foggy clouds. Afterwards we took the bus in the Ngong Ping village down to the Tai O village at the end.
Written 27 February 2023
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Sandeep_Ubhalkar
New Delhi, India117 contributions
Feb 2023
we took MTR till Tung Chung and then bus to reach this place since ropeway was available from 10 am onwards. and this is a trick take a bus to reach there before everyone else and you can feel the amazing ambiance of this place. After 10am there will be full of crowd. We got some amazing views and snaps from top of this location. Bus journey also very good but it takes like 30-40 min travel time.
Written 25 February 2023
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Demongeeks
1 contribution
Feb 2023 • Family
Great, but it needs three additions to make it superb...
1) A huge motor to rotate the Buddha every few minutes.
2) Laser eyes which project into the distance, especially visible in low light.
3) A huge slide so as to avoid walking down the steps.
1) A huge motor to rotate the Buddha every few minutes.
2) Laser eyes which project into the distance, especially visible in low light.
3) A huge slide so as to avoid walking down the steps.
Written 17 February 2023
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Zarza's Travels
China391 contributions
Jan 2023 • Solo
Arrived at 9.30am on CNY day, the village was surprising in that it looked authentic but actually was full of Starbucks and Subway. Anyway, ignoring that - walked up through the village to the Big Buddah which was amazing. Walking up all the steps and around the Buddah was amazing. The views of the Monastery and surrounded scenery was lovely. Lots of stalls selling everything from fireworks to magnets! Started to get busy about 10.30am, but had seen everything by then so went back to the cable car to head down.
Written 26 January 2023
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Denise L
Hong Kong, China15 contributions
Dec 2022
Take at Central MTR, the line going to Tung Chung, once there you can explore City Gate (an outlet mall), and take outside the mall a cable line to Tung Chung. Is an amazing experience Worth it
Written 11 January 2023
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Ed K
6 contributions
Dec 2022
Enjoy the fantastic view of Lantau Island at the Big Buddha. I would highly recommend the vegetarian lunch and try also the Chinese desserts and snacks at the temple at the foot of the hill.
Written 27 December 2022
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Jalal Iqbal
Dhaka City, Bangladesh1,470 contributions
Jan 2022
It is located around nice greeneries. you need to climb up and see the statue and also the view. please have sufficient time and also carry some water while climbing up.
Written 15 December 2022
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VickyLargs
Largs, UK87 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
I am so glad we made it this time when visiting HK. We haven’t climbed 268 steps but were treated to a magnificent cable car ride up in crystal cabins which is an attraction by itself and definitely recommended. You will get panoramic views all around and under your feet will see lush greenery of tropical forests. The village on top you will pass before getting to 34m high bronze Buddha statue is very pretty too. The stairs going to Buddha were closed for renovation but that’s ok as you can still admire it close by. As always in the places like this, you will get a sense of calmness and peace which is in short supply nowadays. After visiting Tian Tian Buddha, would recommend to go to Tai O fishing town which is also on Lantau and called the “Venice of Hong Kong” where you can take a boat trip to hopefully see pink dolphins (which we were lucky to see).
Written 8 December 2022
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Moscow, Russia110,458 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
The statue was unveiled in 1993. Its height is 34 meters and its weight is 250 tons. Interestingly, the Big Buddha statue faces north, which is unique as all large Buddha statues face south. It symbolizes the harmony of the relationship between man and nature, between people and religion.
Written 2 November 2022
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Kuodo C
Singapore, Singapore693 contributions
Hi, does anyone know if there is another peak that can view the whole side of the buddha from another perspective? I have seen some photos online that aren't frontal or too far off taken from cable car.
ldariamorgandorferuk
Wallasey, UK37 contributions
How often is the bus upto big buddha please as cable car is currently closed and I still want to see big buddhe
Hasitha K
Colombo, Sri Lanka107 contributions
It's a daily bus and currently operating every 30minutes or so. You can get in to bus number 23 from tung chung bus terminal. Suggest downloading New Lanntau Bus app to your phone which will provide you with the bus schedule and timetables.
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Swarat
Melbourne, Australia4 contributions
Hi - given the political situation in Hong Kong during this time, is it safe to visit Big Buddha from airport during the day?
Art800
New York City310 contributions
If the demonstrators are no longer in the airport then I would say yes. It is easy using the transit system to go to the Big Buddha.
carjusta
le port marly10 contributions
Peut on monter à l’intérieur Du grand bouddha par un escalier jusqu'à la tête?
ERALFLORIDA
Florida, Uruguay84 contributions
Non je crois que non , il n' a pas un escalier a la tete pour monter.
Zoidburg75
Wymondham, UK54 contributions
Hi everyone. I'm wanting to do this with my family but both hubby and son don't do heights so what options is there to get to the top? Thanks all :-)
38Russ
Melbourne, Australia107 contributions
Forget about the bus I don’t like heights either but the cable car views are fantastic , take the risk just don’t look down you won’t regret it the ride and views itself are worth the trip it’s a experience you will not regret.
MiniMunu
Bengaluru, India26 contributions
If I take Crystal cabin. Will it take to top or still we need to climb the stairs.
5t3v3
San Francisco, CA26 contributions
The crystal cabin is just an optional version of the gondola from Tung Chung, (next to HKG airport), to Ngong Ping. It has a glass floor that lets you look straight down, and I suggest you buy the round trip option that lets you ride that up, and a regular cabin back down.
Ngong Ping is a fun, fake, tourist trap... but really worthwhile. It is right at the upper gondola station, so you actually have to walk through it to get to the walk of 12 generals that leads to the stairway of the titan Tian Tan. Yes, there are a lot of stairs, but that’s sort of the point, you are ascending to the Buddha, and that takes effort. If you’re in good health, just take your time and it will be worth it. There is a paved supply route, but I would not recommend it.
Natalie815
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK81 contributions
Is there an entrance fee to see the Buddha?
lillycore
Sunshine Coast, Australia88 contributions
No . You can pay for the cable car up or a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha)
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- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha):
- Hong Kong Travel Pass Combo: MTR Pass, Ngong Ping Cable Car and Big Buddha Tour (From €60.68)
- Private 5-Hour Driving Tour of Lantau from Hong Kong (From €399.89)
- Full-Day Private Tour of Lantau Island including Big Buddha and Tai O (From €293.50)
- Lantau Island Private Customized Walking Tour with English speaking guide (From €484.17)
- Full Day Lantau Island Small Group Tour in Hong Kong (From €177.58)
- Hotels near Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha):
- (0.39 km) YHA Ngong Ping SG Davis Youth Hostel
- (6.22 km) Sheraton Hong Kong Tung Chung Hotel
- (5.59 km) Novotel Citygate Hong Kong
- (5.27 km) Tai O Heritage Hotel
- (5.30 km) The Silveri Hong Kong-MGallery
- Restaurants near Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha):
- (0.25 km) Po Lin Monastery Vegetarian Restaurant
- (0.30 km) Linong Tea
- (0.37 km) Starbucks Lantau
- (0.43 km) Zen Noodle Cafe
- (0.40 km) Ebeneezer's Kebabs & Pizza Ngong Ping
- Attractions near Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha):
- (0.28 km) Po Lin (Precious Lotus) Monastery
- (0.69 km) Wisdom Path
- (1.16 km) Lantau island
- (7.46 km) Airport Express
- (2.41 km) Lantau Trail