[2025 Hong Kong Attraction] Travel Guide for Po Lin Monastery (Updated Jan)

⭐ After visiting Hong Kong multiple times, I've discovered many hidden gems of activities. From the panoramic crystal cable car that spans mountains and seas to the sunset roller coaster that leads to the seaside, and the secluded life in a small fishing village, each spot has healed my soul. ⭐ If you have the chance to visit Hong Kong, be sure to set aside a day to experience the beauty of Hong Kong Island. Not only is there a rich cultural history, but there are also countless beautiful sights waiting for you. ✅ About the Sunset Bus The Sunset Bus is an open-top sightseeing bus that used to only be available in the city, but now it's also on Lantau Island. Sitting on the bus chasing the sunset, watching the sun slowly set from the sea level, and occasionally seeing planes pass by, it's super like playing the sunset roller coaster in 'Grand Theft Auto', so beautiful it's moving 😭. 【Bus Route: Starting point Ngong Ping 360→Disney→11SKIES→Airport Maintenance Area→Ngong Ping 360】 🔸 For those who want to watch the sunset, remember to take the 16:30 bus, departing after purchasing tickets at Ngong Ping 360. When the bus reaches the Airport Maintenance Area, it's the most beautiful moment of the sunset. ✅ One-Day Tour Recommendation The attractions are all near Ngong Ping 360, take the cable car to the mountaintop in the morning (a panoramic crystal cable car that spans the sea and mountains, the whole journey is 25 minutes, very spectacular, every frame is like a blockbuster). There are markets, Po Lin Monastery, and the Big Buddha on the mountaintop, all worth a visit. 🔸 At noon, you can take a 7-dollar bus to Tai O fishing village (a small fishing village built on river water, known as the 'Venice of Hong Kong') 🔸 In the evening, you can take a sightseeing car at the cable car place to chase a sunset at sea, be sure to take the 16:30 bus. 🕰 Route Recommendation Ngong Ping 360 Crystal Cable Car→Ngong Ping Market→Big Buddha→Tai O Fishing Village→Panoramic Cable Car Return Trip→Sunset Bus🚌 📍 Address: Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car 🚇 Subway: Tung Chung Station Exit B, a 3-minute walk away ✅ Travel Tips 1⃣ Be sure to arrive at the cable car station before 10:00 in the morning, after 10 o'clock it gets very crowded. Make sure to get back down the mountain before 4:00 in the afternoon to catch the 4:30 sunset bus. 2⃣ The cable car journey is 20 minutes, with 3 options (standard, crystal, and panoramic cable cars), I suggest taking the crystal cable car up the mountain and the panoramic cable car down. If you don't plan to take the sunset sightseeing bus, you can also choose the 17:00 cable car to watch the sunset. 3⃣ Purchase tickets 3 days in advance, make a reservation 1 day in advance, and exchange for a paper ticket on-site to take the cable car up the mountain. Be sure to confirm ticket information with the staff on-site to avoid queuing in the wrong line and wasting time. For the sightseeing car, there is no need to exchange for a paper ticket, just show the QR code to board. If there's anything else you don't understand, feel free to tell me in the comments!

The Big Buddha (Hong Kong) Constructed out of bronze in 1993, The Big Buddha is located on a mountain peak near the Po Lin monastery in Hong Kong. Representing the harmonious interaction between man and nature, faith and people. the Buddha is enthroned on a lotus, and surrounding it are six smaller bronze statues known as "The Offering of the Six Devas". It is known as one of the five biggest buddhas in China. 📍Hong Kong Follow my Instagram @cherstravels for more travel tips and recommendations!❤️ #travelinspiration #traveladdict #mytripvlog #celebratewithtrip #tripblazers #awesomepic #summervacation #passionpassport #2023travelwish #bucketlistreboot #hongkong

The Po Lin Monastery is a peace of peace and serenity. The first thing you would notice about the monastery is its elaborate, traditional architecture, notice the decor, which comprises dragons, phoenixes and other animal designs. The monastery was founded in 1906 by three monks visiting from Jiangsu Province on the Chinese mainland and was initially known simply as "The Big Hut".

"Po Lin” means precious lotus. Po Lin Monastery is a Buddhist monastery located in Lantau Island, Hong Kong. It is one of the Hong Kong’s most popular Buddhist temples, located just a short walking distance from the iconic Giant Buddha “Tian Tan Buddha”, one of the world’s largest bronze statues of the sitting Buddha. The architecture is stunning, with a spectacular view high on the mountain. It has a 3-storey exhibition hall display the history of the temple, a meditation hall, an abbot’s chamber, and many more nice buildings. You can have your vegetarian lunch at Po Lin Monastery, the restaurant opens from 11:30am to 4:30pm. The price is reasonable, and the vegetarian dishes are delicious. How To Get There: The easiest way is taking Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car Opening Hours: 9am to 6pm. Sun – Sat 7:30am to 6pm. Ambience/Facilities: 10/10 Rating: 5/5

Having lunch at Ngong Ping Village is a nice experience, You can choose from the food stalls or even experience a vegetarian lunch at Po Lin Monastery. It is a full course lunch menu and you can choose from the different menu available on that day. You will pay for the meals according to the number of persons in your group. Then enter the restaurant and handover your meal ticket. The dishes will then be served promptly and you will also have a pot of chinese tea too. You can also find the snack stall and order desserts and they have very nice “tofu fa” too, which is soya beancurd. *photos are taken before pandemic and HK is not open for travelling yet but I will be there soon :) #hkinsider #liveyourdreams #takethattrip

The monastery is a substantial complex, spaciously laid out. The giant Buddha statue, up 250 steps, is part of the complex. The monastery itself has a number of elements for devotion and for the monks'. There is a good, simple vegetarian restaurant in the grounds of the monastery. #givethanks

This can make for a fine outdoor activity and can be combined with other things. So, the po ljn monastery involves several steps but also there is a nice cable car ride which simplifies things a great deal. Avoid public holiday as I heard usually they pack 6 people in the cabin, but only 4 when it's not crowded. If you can as afford or have enough people. I would recommend you get the crystal cabin, even though the glass bottom view isn't that good (mostly only treetops), but the queue is much shorter compared to regular cabin. #outdooradventure #Hongkong

Address: Po Lin Monastery, Ngong Ping, Lantau Island Opening Hours: Po Lin Monastery: 09:00 - 18:00 Tian Tan Buddha: 10:00 - 17:30 Vegetarian Kitchen: 11:30 - 16:30 Po Lin Monastery is located in Ngong Ping, Lantau Island. The main buildings of the monastery are arranged along a central axis, facing northeast to southwest. The sequence includes the Mountain Gate, Hall of Skanda, Main Shrine Hall of Buddha, and the Hall of Ten Thousand Buddhas, ascending along the terrain. The symmetrical bell and drum towers, meditation hall, dining hall, and monk quarters on both sides create a series of courtyard spaces. Po Lin Monastery has developed into a Buddhist temple that integrates Buddhist culture, garden landscapes, sculpture art, and a blend of tradition and modernity. Tian Tan Buddha is a significant landmark in Hong Kong, attracting numerous local and international devotees and tourists. Besides being an outstanding engineering feat, Tian Tan Buddha is also an excellent achievement in modern Buddhist statue art and a precious cultural heritage of humanity. The vegetarian dining hall at Po Lin Monastery offers vegetarian meals at a cost of $150 per person. 12-person Vegetarian Menu: 1. Traditional Slow-cooked Soup 2. Crispy Spring Rolls 3. Green Bean Curd Slices 4. Braised Mushrooms with Seasonal Vegetables 5. Steamed Tofu with Olive Vegetables 6. Po Lin Monastery's Arhat Dish 7. Pan-fried Fresh Bean Curd Sheets 8. Five-spice Taro Puree 9. Purple Sweet Potato Balls 10. Steamed Rice First time trying the vegetarian meal, and it tasted good. **Tried booking tickets on Trip.com but didn't receive the QR code immediately. Contacted customer service, and the team followed up promptly.**

🌟 Po Lin Monastery is located on Lantau Island in Hong Kong. It is one of the most famous Buddhist holy places in Hong Kong and a great place for tourists to experience Buddhist culture and tranquility. Here are some travel tips: 1. How to get there: You can take the subway to Tung Chung Station and then transfer to the Ngong Ping 360 cable car to reach Ngong Ping Plaza, where Po Lin Monastery is located. 2. Opening hours: Po Lin Monastery is generally open from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm daily. 3. Highlights: In addition to visiting Po Lin Monastery, you can also see the Tian Tan Buddha nearby, the world's second tallest outdoor bronze seated Buddha, which is very spectacular. 4. Vegetarian meal experience: Po Lin Monastery offers vegetarian meals, where visitors can enjoy a peaceful vegetarian lunch. 5. Nearby attractions: After visiting Po Lin Monastery, you can stroll to the Heart Sutra Simple Forest, where the full text of the Heart Sutra is engraved on 38 wooden pillars, making it a peaceful place for meditation. 6. Notes: Please respect the etiquette of Buddhist holy places, keep quiet, dress appropriately, and avoid wearing overly revealing clothing. 7. Photography: You can take photos as souvenirs around Po Lin Monastery and Tian Tan Buddha, but please follow the instructions on site and do not interfere with religious activities. I hope these suggestions will help you plan your Po Lin Monastery trip better!🏞️🕊️

#chinatrip Po Lin Monastery Here's a beloved Hong Kong tourist spot you cannot miss. Ngong Ping Villlage nestled on Lantau Island. A renowned village which holds traditions and natural beauty. Few meters from the Big Budha lies the Po Lin Monastery. A stunning sanctuary for Buddhist and its history. Inside the temple are the Hall of Ten Thousand Buddhas. Ngong Ping 360 cable car with crystal floor offers a scenic ride of stunning landscape below. This 25 minute journey takes you from Tung Chung to Ngong Ping Village, soaring over South China Sea and the lush greenery of Lantau Island. We wish we could've stay much longer as this place has a lot of potential for landscape photography.

🌈Hey friends, I'm here to share an explosive trip to Hong Kong! This time it's not about the bustling cityscape, but a mesmerizing panoramic cable car experience that will captivate your heart! 🌟 🙆‍♂️Did you know? Having been to Hong Kong more than a dozen times, I was finally convinced by a friend to try a super niche route on Lantau Island, and it's simply beautiful enough to make you cry! Especially that 360-degree panoramic transparent cable car, I shouted 'So cool!' as soon as I got on. 🚄Transportation tip: Take the high-speed train directly to Hong Kong West Kowloon Station, or cross the border via Shenzhen Metro, then transfer to the Tung Chung Line of the MTR to Exit B at Tung Chung Station, and the S1 bus will take you to the cable car station. If you're taking a taxi, it's only a 5-minute ride from Hong Kong Airport! 🚠Cable car choice? 🤔Of course, the panoramic cabin! Although there's a queue (I went on the weekend and waited for about 40 minutes), sitting in the cabin, you feel like the whole world is beneath your feet, it's so stunning! 🎉Itinerary recommendation: Crystal Cable Car → Ngong Ping Market → Po Lin Monastery → Big Buddha → Heart Sutra Woods → Tai O → Panoramic Cable Car return trip! Don't forget to buy the Tai O Pass, it's super value and convenient! 📍Here come the attraction introductions! ✅Ngong Ping Market: Take photos with the graffiti wall and cable car cabins, with a high success rate! You can also have lunch here! ✅Po Lin Monastery: Feels like a mini Forbidden City, the Great Hall is super spectacular! ✅Big Buddha: Filming location for the movie 'Infernal Affairs', solemn and majestic, the play of light and shadow under the sun is so poetic! ✅Heart Sutra Woods: A large outdoor wood carving group, when viewed from above, forms an endless shape, so unique! ✅Tai O Fishing Village: A tranquil and leisurely fishing village, known as the 'Venice of Hong Kong', a popular weekend getaway for locals! ✅Tai O Lantau Peak: Easy to climb to the top, overlooking the beautiful sea sunset, it's like the 'Jeju Island of Hong Kong'! 🏨Accommodation recommendation: Tung Chung Sheraton Four Points, close to both the airport and the cable car station, with a delicious breakfast! 🙆‍♂️Quickly follow my travel diary, there are niche attractions and nanny-level travel tips every week! 🚀

Beside from Tian tan Buddha, I also Visit Po Lin Monastery nearby. In Hong Kong It is a remarkable experience that left a lasting impression for me. I first visited this massive temple years ago, and over the years, it has become a bustling hub, which have Ngong Ping Cable car that attract many tourist Nestled on a colorful hillside, the monastery is home to the iconic 34-meter bronze Tian Tan Buddha statue, attracting tourists from around the world. During my visit in December, the cool weather made exploring the monastery grounds comfortable. I also had the opportunity to explore the adjacent temple, which houses numerous Buddha statues and offers delicious vegetarian food for purchase. The monastery's grandeur and ornate architecture were truly captivating, and spending several hours immersing myself in its splendor. I wish to visit here again as learning the culture was a rewarding experience #winhkflight

Taking the Ngong Ping 360 cable car up the mountain, passing through the Ngong Ping Market, you will arrive at Ngong Ping Piazza. The cattle roaming leisurely on the plaza are very gentle and live harmoniously with people. To the right front is the majestic Tian Tan Buddha, one of the iconic structures of Hong Kong. The Buddha statue sits atop 268 stone steps, perched on the Muk Yue Peak of Lantau Island. Pilgrims from all over gather at the stone steps beneath the Tian Tan Buddha. Climbing the 268 steps, we embark on a journey to cleanse our souls, pray sincerely, and the close-up view of the world's largest outdoor seated Buddha is also a visual treat. Po Lin Monastery is located opposite the Tian Tan Buddha, with a grand presence that naturally evokes a sense of solemnity and reverence as one approaches this sacred place. Po Lin Monastery Tian Tan Buddha

Longing for the trip to Hong Kong Finally realized with friends~ This time we dressed in Hanfu to check in Subvert the memory of Hong Kong dramas in the impression🤣 Be the most eye-catching package in all of Hong Kong . Actually, in addition to Mong Kok, Tsim Sha Tsui and other retro buildings, Hong Kong also has a beautiful check-in point Don't miss the sunset on the panoramic cable car, the mountains and the sea under the sunset seem to be covered with a filter - Share my travel strategy transportation 🚇Subway Tung Chung Station Exit B, follow the sign, walk for 3 minutes to the cable car ticket entrance . 🎫Tickets Online tickets are cheaper, book online three days in advance, make an appointment one day in advance . 🚠Cable car There are three types in total, standard, crystal, panoramic, recommend panoramic or crystal cabins, unobstructed all-round view, better experience! The whole journey is 20 minutes✔️Travel route Crystal cable car (Tung Chung to Ngong Ping) one-Ngong Ping Market-Tian Tan Buddha-Po Lin Monastery-Heart Sutra Simplicity Forest-Panoramic Cable Car (Ngong Ping to Tung Chung) - 📷Recommended check-in position: 1️⃣Ngong Ping Market You can take photos with the cable car by the wall, or go to the other side to shoot the graffiti wall and the cable car, which is also very good . 2️⃣Po Lin Monastery, Ten Thousand Buddha Hall The architectural style of Po Lin Monastery and Ten Thousand Buddha Hall is very similar to the Forbidden City, and it is worthy of the name "Little Forbidden City". You can stand on the steps to shoot, you can sit and interact with friends, capture natural moments. You can also get close to the incense ash stove outside the hall, use the frame of the stove as the foreground, and take a centered composition to shoot the Daxiong Hall. This position is very advanced! . 3️⃣Tian Tan Buddha The location of "Infernal Affairs", if you don't want to take a rigid "Big Buddha", you can stand in the square at the foot of the mountain to take pictures with the Big Buddha . 4️⃣Heart Sutra Simplicity Forest The backlight shooting of the Heart Sutra Simplicity Forest at four or five o'clock is too beautiful! When the light penetrates the clothes and umbrella, the whole person is like glowing, very feeling! The Heart Sutra Simplicity Forest is a bit far away, and you can see the entrance after a 15-minute walk from the Po Lin Zen Room 5️⃣Panoramic Cable Car One of the top ten best cable cars in the world, 360° panoramic view without obstruction, you can see the mountains and seas under your feet, Lantau Island, Zhuhai-Macao Bridge and other scenery are unobstructed, you can sit down and let your buddies take a wide-angle shot for you! At sunset, the sun slowly sets, and watching the sunset on the cable car is simply too beautiful, don't miss it! ⚠️Shooting tips: 1. The entire route is very rich, suitable for a day trip, there are many snacks in the Ngong Ping Market, 2. Check in with Hanfu, the photos are very good, and the scene is more harmonious! 3. Cable car operation time: 10:00-18:00

#hongkongtrip 📌 Po Lin Monastery is one of the most visited Buddhist attractions in Hong Kong. Originally called Da Maopeng, this monastery is colorfully decorated and open to the public. 📌 There is a sacred bell, rung every 7 minutes, that visitors believe has curative properties. Po Lin is only a short distance from Hong Kong proper. Take the time to visit this memorable and historic site❤️ 📌 Visitors will be led up to Hall of Skanda Bodhisattva, Main Shrine Hall of Buddha, and Grand Hall of Ten Thousand Buddhas. Bell Tower and Drum Tower, Meditation Hall, Dining Hall and Sangha Hall are standing in symmetrical arrangements on the flanks. These edifices combine to form an orderly monastery complex. 📌 On the south side of the axis are Po Lin Hall and the facility for ceremonial and religious activities. Po Lin Monastery is a centre for advancing Buddhism and a platform for promoting Chinese culture, sculptural art and landscape gardening; and is the most well-known Buddhist monastery in Hong Kong🇭🇰 📍Address: Po Lin Monastery, Ngong Ping, Lantau Island, Hong Kong🇭🇰

During ApeFest 2023 I decided to extend my trip a couple extra days to explore Hong Kong. We went a little off the beaten trail, however, the Po Lin Monastery is an extremely popular location for visitors. Very tourist friendly environment with unlimited photo opportunities, extremely spiritual, and overall a refreshing location to spend some time. Even a few hours up here provides an amazing sense of tranquility which may truly help you to reset. #hongkong #BoredApe

#wheretogo Po Lin Monastery in Hong Kong is a truly mesmerizing place of worship that has left an indelible impression on me. It's a sacred location easily accessible by cable car, bus, or car, making it a destination that can be experienced by all. Inside the monastery halls, you'll discover traditional restaurants that exclusively serve vegetarian options. This is not just a tourist attraction; it's a working monastery and a holy site. The serenity that envelopes this mountain monastery is truly remarkable. Dining within the monastery's halls adds to the authenticity of the experience, especially for those with an appreciation for vegetarian cuisine. Visitors are kindly reminded to maintain a respectful silence and refrain from disturbing the monks during their prayers. Just around the corner from this serene sanctuary, you'll find the Tian Tan Buddha, a colossal and fascinating monument that complements the outstanding architecture and iconography of the monastery. Po Lin Monastery is a remarkable and beautiful destination, peacefully located on the Ngong Ping Plateau of Lantau Island in Hong Kong. The intricate details and craftsmanship of both the inner and outer architecture are truly impressive, reflecting the dedication and skill of the artisans who crafted this spiritual haven. This is a place where history, faith, and artistry come together in perfect harmony, making it a must-see for all travelers.

#wecreate Po Lin Monastery stands as a spiritual sanctuary and a symbol of Buddhist devotion. With its rich history, grand architecture, and tranquil surroundings, the monastery has become a popular destination for locals and tourists seeking spiritual solace and cultural immersion. Home to the renowned Tian Tan Buddha statue, Po Lin Monastery offers a serene escape from the bustling city, inviting visitors to explore its sacred halls, partake in religious rituals, and soak in the beauty of its natural surroundings. Over the years, it has become a center for Buddhist learning, meditation, and religious practices. Po Lin Monastery is not only a place of worship but also a symbol of peace, compassion, and enlightenment, attracting pilgrims and visitors from far and wide. The architecture of Po Lin Monastery is a testament to traditional Chinese Buddhist design and craftsmanship. Its magnificent structures, adorned with vibrant colors, intricate wood carvings, and detailed roof ornamentation, reflect the grandeur and beauty of Buddhist architecture. The Main Shrine Hall, with its soaring ceilings and golden statues, serves as the spiritual heart of the monastery. The Hall of Ten Thousand Buddhas houses thousands of miniature Buddha statues, creating an awe-inspiring sight. The monastery's buildings are designed to harmonize with the surrounding natural environment, creating a tranquil atmosphere that invites contemplation and reflection.

Po Lin Monastery, Ngong Ping Road, Lantau (The vegetarian kitchen is on the left of the Main Shrine Hall) Every time we fly to Hong Kong, we will go to the po lin monastery to have our vegetarian meal. There are two options to choose. The general meal and the premium meal. The price per person for the general meal is 108 HKD and the premium meal cost 138 HKD per person. We opted for the cheaper option, to have the general meal. We enjoyed the meal. We had a very fulfilling lunch with them. The vegetables were very green. My favourite would be the crispy spring rolls. I also liked their beancurd with the green peas and corns. The tofu was silky and soft in texture. The soup was very nourishing and flavorful. It is a great soup to improve our immunity. Do try it out when you are at Hong Kong. #celebratewithtrip #tripblazers

Situated at the foot of the Tian Tan Big Buddha, this Zen Buddhism Monastery is a must see along with the Big Buddha. The temple is beautifuly decorated, wood and stone carvings, bronze buddhas etc.. such a very peaceful place. We had already had lunch, but there are food options here. #wintergetaway #wintergetaway