Looking for things to do this summer with kids? Here are 80 of our picks on the best and most unique things to do in Hong Kong this summer with kids.
- Nothing beats Ocean Park’s Water World on a hot sunny day. Get the adrenaline pumping on Rainbow Rush, Cavern Chase, and Daredevil Drop, or take it easy on the Lazy Cruise. Younger visitors will have a blast in Whiskers’ Splash, and lucky parents may be able to escape to a VIP Cabana.
- Follow up Waterworld with a fun, family staycation at the Hong Kong Ocean Park Marriot Hotel.
- Hop aboard the Aqua Luna for their Pirate and Mermaid Cruise! Dress up like pirates, search for long-lost treasure, and learn how to tie knots fit for a sailor. Tickets are $300 for children and $240 for adults.
- Head to the West Kowloon Cultural District to soak up the amazingly cool M+ museum, one of the largest museums of contemporary art in the world.
- Afterwards, rent a bike at West Kowloon Art Park Promenade via the park’s SmartBike system.
- Or go mountain biking on the Ho Pui downhill trail in Tai Mo Shan.
- Feed alpacas at Go Green Organic Farm in Yuen Long. The farm is also known for its locally-grown pineapples, so make sure to try the fresh pineapple ice cream! Entry to the farm costs $150 and an extra $80 if you want to feed the alpacas.
- Get out the burger patties, sausages, buns, and s’mores for a BBQ on the beach. Big Wave Bay, Long Ke in Sai Kung, Repulse Bay, and Shek O beaches all offer free public BBQ pits.
- BBQ without all the fuss at Whitehead BBQ, a pet-friendly 10,000 square foot private bbq spot featuring a-la-carte menus and special barbecue sets. Ideal for large gatherings and a family day out, Whitehead BBQ also offers “seaside villas” for up to 40 people which are equipped with 40″ TVs, karaoke equipment, and mahjong tables.
- Take a rock climbing class at YMCA Indoor Climbing Wall for some indoor fun. You can also check out the rock climbing packages at Verm City.
- For chocolate lovers, check out The Chocolate Museum of Hong Kong in Ngong Ping Village. Do some chocolate tasting, watch performances, and take part in DIY workshops.
- Spend a day on Cheung Chau island where you can bike around the island, relax on the beach, and taste some local delicacies.
- Cool down at a public pool
- Show off your green fingers at 448 Farm in Yuen Long, where you can plant and arrange flowers, care for animals, have a BBQ, and get involved with lots of other family activities.
- Hire a junk boat for a day out at sea.
- Experience the thrill of riding the perfect wave with Goofy Waves Watersports Club and Academy, Hong Kong’s only dedicated school for wakesurfing.
- Head to the Maritime Museum to explore, learn and get involved with the history of Hong Kong’s extensive maritime trade routes of the past.
- Visit H.A.N.D.S. roller sports ground for a spot of skating, skateboarding, and biking atop a shopping mall in Tuen Mun.
- Spend the night aboard a luxury yacht thanks to Saffron Cruises.
- Take a trip out to High Island – a ride away from Sai Kung by sampan – where you can enjoy a pristine beach, hiking trails, and a seafood restaurant run by a family.
- Beat the heat at one of Hong Kong’s many indoor playrooms.
- Grab a scoop of freshly churned gelato at Messina.
- Hike around the Peak (stroller-friendly).
- While you’re up at The Peak Tower, check out the dazzling array of restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues with a fabulous view.
- Enjoy a picnic atop The Peak, courtesy of Rajasthan Rifles (48 hours pre-order required).
- Wander through fields of gold, orange, and red sunflowers that grow up to 10 feet tall at Shun Sum Yuen flower farm.
- Bounce for joy, even on a rainy day, at Ryze.
- Pretend it’s winter by ice skating at The Rink in Elements.
- Go rock-pooling in Sai Wan for some great photo opportunities.
- Get away from the concrete and hike to Shui Lo Cho Waterfall on Lantau Island. You can get some respite from the heat in all but one of the pools.
- Learn how to sail.
- Hike the Dragon’s Back and reward yourselves with lunch at Cococabana and a dip in the sea on Shek O beach afterwards.
- Play, eat and create at the Origami Kids Café in Kai Tak Cruise Terminal.
- Cool off at Tseung Kwan O public swimming pool, complete with slides and a boat to play on.
- Choose a clear-blue-sky afternoon to spend at Sky 100, the ICC observation deck on the 100th floor.
- Have a family outing to Snoopy World in New World Plaza, Sha Tin.
- Take the ferry out to Lamma Island and have a yummy lunch and a walk on the winding path across the island.
- Hike to Tai Long Wan and camp on the beach if you’re feeling adventurous!
- Visit Trio Beach in Sai Kung. Either enjoy a short 30-minute hike or get a sampan from Pak Sha Wan pier.
- Take to the ocean aboard a boat. If there’s a big group of you, how about trying the Jac55 cruiser, The Blue Whale? It has capacity for 55 people and even has a hot tub. Available to hire through Hong Kong Yachting.
- Spend a rainy day at the Hong Kong Museum of History to learn more about the people, places and events that have shaped Hong Kong to the city it is today.
- Have a parent-child adventure at Planet J Indoor Playroom in Causeway Bay equipped with inflatable hamster wheels.
- Get the kids surfing at one of the Treasure Island surf camps on Pui O beach, Lantau.
- Spend a rainy day in Jolly Thinkers, a café packed full of hundreds of board games to keep the family busy for hours.
- Try some family team building at CrossFire Arena with bubble soccer, laser tag, dodgeball and archery tag.
- Pick up a second-hand book at Lily Bookshop in Central to continue the oh-so-important lesson of reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Visit The Big Things at The Mills in Tsuen Wan, NT, a unique nature themed playground inspired by Finnish design and featuring rare animals, insects, volcanoes, and swamps.
- Head to Disneyland for either a day trip or weekend staycation.
- While at Disneyland, be sure to check out the Resort’s Victorian Spa where you can swim and indulge in a variety of treatments. Kids can check out the Children’s Fun Menu which includes hair-braiding, nail treatments, and face-painting.
- Visit the HK Aqua-bound Centre in Stanley to enjoy a range of water sports.
- Learn more about Hong Kong’s history with Hong Kong a La Carte Tours. Our favourites include the “Hong Kong in Three Hours” and “Tai Po Exploration” tours!
- Get your skates on at Bun’s 2020, a beginner-friendly rink of painted cement, and a larger hardwood rink for experienced skaters. The fun neon decor will take you straight back to the 80s!
- Create your own flavour of cup noodles at the CUPNOODLES Museum in Tsim Sha Tsui. For $60, you can design your own cup and fill it with your favourite soup base and toppings!
- Head to Epicland on Lantau Island to experience some of the largest indoor slides in Asia, plus a variety of fun games and activities suitable for all ages from baby to adult.
- Enjoy some Instagram-worthy dim sum at Yum Cha.
- Rent a bike from the Friendly Bicycle Shop at Mui Wo Ferry Pier and spend your day exploring the area on wheels.
- Visit the new Tai Kwun Centre for Heritage and Arts in Central.
- Improve your green credentials with a visit to the Green Hub, a former police station in Tai Po.
- Visit Mingle farm in Yuen Long to spend the night in a bubble, literally!
- Become a detective for a day and solve exciting puzzles at Lost
- Venture into the virtual world of Davy Jones or battle zombies in the Deadwood Mansion courtesy of Sandbox VR, the ultimate virtual reality experience.
- Listen to the birds tweet at the Aviary Park on Cotton Tree Drive.
- Make the most of summer breezes by flying a kite in some of Hong Kong’s scenic spots. Clearwater Bay Country Park has a beautiful space.
- Take a slow ride around Hong Kong on a ding ding. A tram ride is much more fun than just getting from A to B. The kids love it.
- Take your furry friend for a day out at the upgraded pet inclusive 20,000-square-foot garden in Tai Po.
- Head over to Noah’s Ark in Ma Wan for the day to see the animal statues and get involved with some summer camp activities.
- Catch a family-friendly movie at Candy Park Cinema in Tsuen Wan. With a play area, multi-coloured seats, and an endless list of PG films, this is the perfect place to spend a rainy afternoon.
- Check out the Hong Kong Science Museum for a day of science, technology, and astronomy. Entry is just $20 for adults or $10 for children.
- Take the kids to see the animals at the Zoological and Botanical Gardens education and exhibition centre, open until 4.30pm.
- Glide across the mountains in a crystal bottom cable car on the way to the Big Buddha.
- Solve a mystery just like everyone’s favourite detective, Sherlock Holmes at the Gold Coast Hotel.
- Head to Cheung Sha beach for a day of swimming, sunbathing and feasting at Bathers Restaurant.
- Go for a picnic at Sun Yat Sen Memorial Park in Sai Ying Pun.
- Spend your afternoon cuddling bunnies in Hong Kong’s very first Rabbitland Café.
- Learn to knit and get the family knitting scarves and jumpers for the winter at Crafties HK or Make & Do. Or stock up on art supplies in The Artland in Wan Chai and have fun at home with the kids creating some spectacular works of art.
- Join a Mahjong class for beginners.
- Spend a rainy afternoon at the Hong Kong Museum of Art.
- Get a taste of luxury at the Hong Kong Palace Museum. Until 14 August you can get your bling fix with the Cartier and Women exhibition.
- Experience a different dining experience with the world’s first Transformers themed restaurant, Transformers: The Ark.
- Tire out your little tikes at the new 5,700 sq. ft. interactive indoor play area Jello & Mellow.
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