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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 AM - 5:30 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
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Aliya G
Seoul, South Korea8 contributions
Mar 2021 • Solo
This place is a great way to see the beauty of the nature and architecture. It has a long way to go up, but the view is wonderful. You can get there by bus.
Written 16 February 2022
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John Doe
5 contributions
Jan 2021 • Business
Awesome place to visit if you are trying to show respect to god. I suggests this place for those seeking freedom
Written 3 November 2021
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Leonhkny
Hong Kong, China8,932 contributions
Aug 2021
Do not spend 1+ hours to come to Ngong Ping if you go for the Buddha. It is currently under renovation and scaffolding covers the whole statue except the head. On the positive side, it is pretty quiet these days and visitors can really enjoy the area without the crowd.
Written 25 August 2021
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Mairwen1
United Kingdom6,453 contributions
Jun 2021
Normally one of Hong Kong’s most popular sights, the giant bronze Buddha is entirely hidden under scaffolding and there is absolutely nothing to see of it. If your main purpose in coming here is to see the Buddha, you’ll be sorely disappointed. You can still climb the 268 stairs to the Buddha’s base and visit the Merit Hall at the top of the podium, but frankly, this is a lot of effort for little reward.
First opened in 1989, the Buddha took 10 years to build at a cost of $60 million HKD but it is now due a facelift and has been closed for some months while they remove layers of grime and oxidation. Unfortunately, I couldn't see any information on when the renovation work will be completed but it looks as if it will be quite a while yet so I would definitely check the website before going.
Despite the Buddha being missing in action, it’s not a wasted trip. The Ngong Ping cable car ride up there is worth doing and the Po Lin monastery and surrounding arches and grounds are lovely. Most impressive of all though is the Wisdom Path, a simple but powerful series of monumental wooden pillars carved with the complete verses of the Heart Sutra. It was incredibly striking and is a pleasant, easy 15 minute walk from the Buddha.
First opened in 1989, the Buddha took 10 years to build at a cost of $60 million HKD but it is now due a facelift and has been closed for some months while they remove layers of grime and oxidation. Unfortunately, I couldn't see any information on when the renovation work will be completed but it looks as if it will be quite a while yet so I would definitely check the website before going.
Despite the Buddha being missing in action, it’s not a wasted trip. The Ngong Ping cable car ride up there is worth doing and the Po Lin monastery and surrounding arches and grounds are lovely. Most impressive of all though is the Wisdom Path, a simple but powerful series of monumental wooden pillars carved with the complete verses of the Heart Sutra. It was incredibly striking and is a pleasant, easy 15 minute walk from the Buddha.
Written 25 July 2021
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mmtraveler
Greater London, UK8 contributions
Jul 2020 • Friends
Great hiking and beautiful views on the sunny day! Have been there many times and always returning whenever I’m in 🇭🇰 HK😍
Written 7 May 2021
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Alan G
Hong Kong, China16 contributions
Jan 2021
Unfortunately no photo op since scaffolding all around the Buddha when we went. Otherwise, it is a good place to visit. Fresh air and you can hike up or down if you are fit. Queue for the cable car can be a bit long (30-45 minutes) on busy days. You can also get a bus from Tung Chung MTR. You can buy food and drink on top.
Written 30 March 2021
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Shasha A
Hong Kong, China203 contributions
Feb 2021 • Solo
From Tung Chung you can take 23 or 11, I visited here after my lantau hike I took the bus 23 to go to Ngong Ping Village. Or you can take Bus no 11 as well. It is the last stop. Big buddha and Ngong Ping 360° adventure are both situated inside this small village. You can easily find your way around.
Good for a visit to relax your mind.
Area has lots of food stalls.
(These days the Big buddha is closed due to renovation and still it is going on)
Good for a visit to relax your mind.
Area has lots of food stalls.
(These days the Big buddha is closed due to renovation and still it is going on)
Written 6 March 2021
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Max F
Argentina22 contributions
Feb 2021 • Business
Gorgeous place,Hong Kong is my place in the world,I go every year an never get tired seeing the big Buddha!!
Written 19 February 2021
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TravelGuy
Italy18 contributions
Mar 2020
Getting to the Tian Tan Buddha wasn't super straight foreword, but it was worth it. I recommend going in the evening and staying until it closes. The best moment is when everyone leave and you are left alone with the sunset and the wind.
I also got the chance to spectate to a monk chorus (I honestly have no idea what it actually was) which was a really... weird and unique experience.
I've been there in November 2019 but only now remembered to actually write down a review.
I also got the chance to spectate to a monk chorus (I honestly have no idea what it actually was) which was a really... weird and unique experience.
I've been there in November 2019 but only now remembered to actually write down a review.
Written 16 February 2021
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
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, UK49 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, UK77 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
Nicole Y
Portsmouth, UK484 contributions
Hi guys I am recovering from a knee operation and still find walking up a lot of stairs challenging . Is there any disabled access ? Many thanks
Jennifer H
County Durham, UK13 contributions
My husband had a knee replacement in February and he walked up the 250 steps to big budda in June. If you are determined you can do it. Just take your time.
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- Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha) is open:
- Sun - Sat 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
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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 HK$507.48)
- Private 5-Hour Driving Tour of Lantau from Hong Kong (From HK$3,345.06)
- Full-Day Private Tour of Lantau Island including Big Buddha and Tai O (From HK$2,454.75)
- Lantau Island Private Customized Walking Tour with English speaking guide (From HK$4,049.56)
- Private tour Lantau Island - Big buddha and Tai O Village (From HK$2,488.19)
- 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
- (8.05 km) Hong Kong SkyCity Marriott Hotel
- 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