Grassland

🌱 【Grasslands】 Although not as vast as those in Mongolia or the Tibetan Plateau, Hong Kong still boasts plenty of lush green lawns and grassy slopes tucked between the city and the coast. These “grasslands”—large grassy plots scattered across country parks, waterfronts, or near reservoirs—have become go-to spots for picnics, chilling out, and photography.

📌 Quick Facts

Feature Description

🏙️ Urban Oasis In a high-rise jungle like Hong Kong, these massive lawns offer open space to breathe and relax.

🎉 Versatile Activities Perfect for picnics, wedding shoots, family outings, letting pets burn off energy, and family gatherings.

🏛️ Culturally Entwined Many lawns are located next to heritage sites or historic buildings, blending educational and leisure value.

🚇 Highly Accessible Most spots are near MTR or bus stations, making them ideal for quick getaways.

📸 IG-Worthy Spots With wide-open views framed by blue skies and white clouds, these are top photography hotspots.

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📍 Iconic Grassland Spots

Location Highlights Recommended Activities How to Get There

Tamar Park Located in Admiralty, spanning 1.76 hectares, the lawn stretches all the way to the Victoria Harbour waterfront, offering killer sunset and night views. Picnics, strolling, enjoying Victoria Harbour night views. MTR Admiralty Station Exit A, around a 5-minute walk.

Sun Yat Sen Memorial Park On the Sai Ying Pun waterfront, spanning 3 hectares, the central lawn faces Victoria Harbour and holds historical significance. Picnics, learning about the history of the Republic of China. MTR Sai Ying Pun Station Exit A2, around a 10-minute walk.

Victoria Peak Garden The former site of the Governor’s Mountain Lodge, featuring a massive lawn paired with a European-style garden. It has a deeply romantic vibe, making it a wedding shoot favourite with distant views of Lamma Island and High West. Picnics, tasting Hakka dishes, chilling out and relaxing. Take bus 15 to the Peak Tower, then walk for about 20–30 minutes.

West Kowloon Cultural District Vast waterfront lawns that are perfect for massive gatherings and music events, while offering great views of the Victoria Harbour skyline. Picnics, music events, night photography. Around a 10-minute walk from MTR Kowloon Station.

Inspiration Lake An artificial lake right next to Disneyland, with lawns built around the water—ideal for family picnics and walks. Picnics, family walks, parent-child activities. Around a 15-minute walk from MTR Disneyland Resort Station.

Yuen Tun Old Village A Hakka old village in Tsing Lung Tau built in 1780. Cattle are often seen grazing on the grass, offering a serene environment. Cultural exploration, village grassland experience. Take bus 43B from MTR Tsuen Wan Station to Tsing Lung Tau, then walk for about 15 minutes.

Sham Chung Formerly a wetland, later converted into a turf grass area while preserving its ecological environment. Nearby cafes serve Hakka delicacies. Picnics, tasting Hakka dishes, chilling out and relaxing. Take a ferry from Ma Liu Shui Pier to Sham Chung, or hike for about 1.5 hours from Sai Kung (Kei Ling Ha San Wai).

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🌱 Tips for Grassland Activities

Picnics & Leisure: Bring a picnic mat and some snacks to enjoy the blue skies and white clouds.

Photography & Check-ins: Victoria Peak Garden and Tamar Park are exceptionally good for shooting grand or romantic scenes.

Family & Pets: West Kowloon Cultural District and Sun Yat Sen Memorial Park feature playgrounds and pet-friendly spaces.

Cultural Exploration: Soak in the historical vibe while visiting Sun Yat Sen Memorial Park.

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⚠️ Things to Note

Environmental Protection: Keep the lawns clean and do not litter.

Safety: Some grassy areas are close to reservoirs or hillsides, so watch your step when taking photos.

Travel Time: Remote spots like Victoria Peak Garden require a bit of walking, so comfortable shoes are highly recommended.

Feature	Description
🏙️ Urban Oasis	In a high-rise jungle like Hong Kong, these massive lawns offer open space to breathe and relax.
🎉 Versatile Activities	Perfect for picnics, wedding shoots, family outings, letting pets burn off energy, and family gatherings.
🏛️ Culturally Entwined	Many lawns are located next to heritage sites or historic buildings, blending educational and leisure value.
🚇 Highly Accessible	Most spots are near MTR or bus stations, making them ideal for quick getaways.
📸 IG-Worthy Spots	With wide-open views framed by blue skies and white clouds, these are top photography hotspots.

Location	Highlights	Recommended Activities	How to Get There
Tamar Park	Located in Admiralty, spanning 1.76 hectares, the lawn stretches all the way to the Victoria Harbour waterfront, offering killer sunset and night views.	Picnics, strolling, enjoying Victoria Harbour night views.	MTR Admiralty Station Exit A, around a 5-minute walk.
Sun Yat Sen Memorial Park	On the Sai Ying Pun waterfront, spanning 3 hectares, the central lawn faces Victoria Harbour and holds historical significance.	Picnics, learning about the history of the Republic of China.	MTR Sai Ying Pun Station Exit A2, around a 10-minute walk.
Victoria Peak Garden	The former site of the Governor’s Mountain Lodge, featuring a massive lawn paired with a European-style garden. It has a deeply romantic vibe, making it a wedding shoot favourite with distant views of Lamma Island and High West.	Picnics, tasting Hakka dishes, chilling out and relaxing.	Take bus 15 to the Peak Tower, then walk for about 20–30 minutes.
West Kowloon Cultural District	Vast waterfront lawns that are perfect for massive gatherings and music events, while offering great views of the Victoria Harbour skyline.	Picnics, music events, night photography.	Around a 10-minute walk from MTR Kowloon Station.
Inspiration Lake	An artificial lake right next to Disneyland, with lawns built around the water—ideal for family picnics and walks.	Picnics, family walks, parent-child activities.	Around a 15-minute walk from MTR Disneyland Resort Station.
Yuen Tun Old Village	A Hakka old village in Tsing Lung Tau built in 1780. Cattle are often seen grazing on the grass, offering a serene environment.	Cultural exploration, village grassland experience.	Take bus 43B from MTR Tsuen Wan Station to Tsing Lung Tau, then walk for about 15 minutes.
Sham Chung	Formerly a wetland, later converted into a turf grass area while preserving its ecological environment. Nearby cafes serve Hakka delicacies.	Picnics, tasting Hakka dishes, chilling out and relaxing.	Take a ferry from Ma Liu Shui Pier to Sham Chung, or hike for about 1.5 hours from Sai Kung (Kei Ling Ha San Wai).