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Sight Ngong Ping, Lantau Island

Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha)

A sight in Ngong Ping, Lantau Island, free to visit and worth about an hour. Best time to go: Morning.

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Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha) in Ngong Ping, Lantau Island
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Why go

Bronze Buddha 34 meters tall, reached by 268 steps.

It is one of 9 curated places we feature in Lantau Island, alongside 3 outdoor spots, 2 sights and 1 activity. 3 more of our picks sit within 1 km in a straight line, so it pairs easily with Po Lin Vegetarian Kitchen and Po Lin Monastery.

Type
Sight · Culture
Neighborhood
Ngong Ping
Price
Free
Time needed
1 hr
Best time
Morning

Nearby

The 6 closest curated picks in Lantau Island, measured as straight-line distance.

  1. 1
    Po Lin Vegetarian Kitchen

    Monastery dining hall serving set Buddhist vegetarian meals.

    Food · 0.3 km straight-line
  2. 2
    Po Lin Monastery

    Active monastery with colorful halls opposite the Big Buddha.

    Sight · 0.4 km straight-line
  3. 3
    Nei Lak Shan Country Trail

    Easy loop trail on the slopes above Ngong Ping with views over the Big Buddha, the airport and the South China Sea.

    Outdoors · 0.5 km straight-line
  4. 4
    Lantau Peak (Fung Wong Shan)

    Hong Kong's second-highest peak, a steep climb with sweeping sea views.

    Outdoors · 1.6 km straight-line
  5. 5
    Tai O Fishing Village

    Stilt houses over tidal creeks, dried seafood stalls and short boat trips.

    Sight · 4.0 km straight-line
  6. 6
    Ngong Ping 360

    Cable car from Tung Chung over the bay and hills to Ngong Ping plateau.

    Activity · 5.3 km straight-line

On these curated routes

Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha) is a stop on our Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau route. Open it to see the full day-by-day plan.

More to do in Lantau Island

Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha) is our only sight pick in Lantau Island; here is what else we recommend there. See the full Lantau Island guide.

When to go

Average daily highs in Lantau Island run from 18°C in January to 29°C in August; June is usually the wettest month. For Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha) itself, we suggest: Morning.

Modelled monthly averages for Lantau Island from NASA POWER, not a forecast. Full Lantau Island weather by month.

Getting there

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Address
Ngong Ping Rd, Lantau Island, New Territories, Hong Kong
Coordinates
22.25398, 113.90498
Destination
Lantau Island, Hong Kong

Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha): quick answers

How much time do you need at Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha)?

Plan on about an hour at Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha). That is our curated estimate for a typical visit; groups that linger will want more.

When is the best time to visit Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha)?

Our pick: Morning. Insider tip: Clouds roll in by afternoon; go early for clear views.

Is Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha) free?

Yes, we list Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha) as free to visit. Check locally before you go, since special exhibits, parking or tours can carry a fee.

Where is Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha)?

Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha) is at Ngong Ping Rd, Lantau Island, New Territories, Hong Kong. The Google Maps and Apple Maps links on this page open it for directions.

Which TripsCircle routes include Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha)?

Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha) appears on Hong Kong, Lantau & Macau, a curated route you can open on TripsCircle and plan with your group.

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