18 Best Places to Watch Sunset in Hong Kong

For me, I always want to watch the sunset, no matter where I am. There is something special about the colour of the sky during golden hour. The different hues of orange, red, and pink are simply magical.

And even though HK is a metropolis city, there are many places to watch the sunset in Hong Kong and they are scattered around Kowloon, Hong Kong Island, the Islands District and New Territories.

If you are travelling to Hong Kong and want to see the colourful hues during golden hour, check out one of these sunset spots below.

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Tips for Searching for the Best sunset spots in Hong Kong

Before you head out for a golden hour in HK, take a look at my post on Hong Kong Solo Travel Guide for more tips and info.

Here are a few additional tips for finding the best sunset in HK:

• Sun sets between 5:30-6pm during cooler months and between 6-7:15pm during warmer months. Check the sunset time before going to any of these spots.
• Plan to be there early for the popular places so you can grab the perfect spot to watch the HK sunset.
• Get an Octopus Card, a rechargeable smart card for taking public transportation and use it for taking any public transportation to and from your destination.

18 Best Sunset Spots in Hong Kong

Below is a list of my favourite places to catch a gorgeous Hong Kong sunset. Many of these spots are easily accessible, while a handful may require a bit of hiking. But I can tell you without a doubt that the short climb is worth the effort. I also included instructions on how to get to each spot.

So here it is. Click on the hyperlink and it’ll take you directly to the specific section.

Kowloon

1. Victoria Harbour
2. China Ferry Terminal in TST
3. The Art Park at West Kowloon Cultural District
4. Garden Hill in Shek Kip Mei
5. Checkerboard Hill near Lok Fu
6. Kwun Tong Promenade
7. Devil’s Peak at Lei Yue Mun
8. Various spots around Kowloon

Hong Kong Island

1. Lugard Road Lookout on Victoria Peak Trail
2. High West Summit
3. Red Incense Burner Summit on Braemar Hill
4. Sai Wan Swimming Shed
5. Sunset Pavilion at Mount Davis
6. Aberdeen Promenade

Islands District & New Territories

1. Tai O Fishing Village
2. Cheung Chau Ferry Pier
3. Yung Shue Wan Pier on Lamma Island
4. Tai Mei Tuk Pier and Plover Cove Reservoir Dam

Best Places to watch sunset in Kowloon

1. Victoria Harbour – Kowloon Public Pier, Avenue of the Stars and Tsim Sha Tsui Star Ferry Pier

When it comes to the best sunset in Hong Kong, the best and most accessible spots around Victoria Harbour in the Kowloon Peninsula.

The beautiful harbour separates Kowloon and Hong Kong Island, and views from either side are spectacular. It is one of the must-see places for first-time visitors.

You can catch the sunset at the Kowloon Public Pier, Avenue of the Stars or around Tsim Sha Tsui Star Ferry Pier. These are the places where you can see the sun setting and disappearing into the horizon and the outlying islands of HK.

How to get to Victoria Harbour: Take the MTR to Tsim Sha Tsui Station, Exit L6 or take a public bus to Star Ferry Bus Station then walk towards the harbour.

2. Pedestrian promenade at China Ferry Terminal in TST

Another fantastic Hong Kong sunset spot is at the tip of the China Ferry Terminal in Tsim Sha Tsui. The ferry terminal is at the back of the China Hong Kong City Shopping Mall. On the third level, it is an open area with benches where you can see a gorgeous view of Hong Kong Island and Victoria Harbour.

The view from the ferry terminal is similar to a few spots along Kowloon Public Pier; however, the pedestrian promenade is not as busy as other parts of the harbour. This is one of the best hidden spots in the city!

How to get to China Ferry Terminal: Take the MTR to Tsim Sha Tsui Station, Exit L5, walk up Canton Road to China Hong Kong City Shopping Mall. Then, take the escalators to the 3rd floor and walk towards the east.

3. The Art Park at West Kowloon Cultural District

Located at the tip of the West Kowloon Peninsula in Hong Kong’s cultural centre, the West Kowloon Cultural District is a cultural area with museums, F&B establishments, and an Art Park with a waterfront pedestrian promenade.

There aren’t many open, green spaces around the city, so many people visit West Kowloon on weekends to enjoy them. Many people ride bikes along the promenade, picnic on the lawn, and enjoy the beautiful HK sunset. And did I mention the panoramic view of Hong Kong Island? Wow!

How to get to West Kowloon Cultural District: Take the MTR to Kowloon Station and take Exit E4 or E5. Walk across the pedestrian bridge towards the water and follow the signs to West Kowloon.

4. Garden Hill in Shek Kip Mei

If you are roaming around the up-and-coming area of Sham Shui Po, you should consider taking a short stroll to Garden Hill, a popular HK sunset spot in Shek Kip Mei.

All you need to do is hike 10 minutes up a flight of stairs to reach the summit of Garden Hill. At the top, there is a long stretch of pavement where you can enjoy the sunset. So even when it is busy (like on most weekends on a clear day), there is plenty of space for everyone.

At the summit, you can see many residential buildings, such as Sham Shui Po and Cheung Sha Wan. And in the distance, you can even see the Stonecutters Bridge near Tsing Yi.

How to get to Garden Hill: Take the MTR to Sham Shui Po Station and take Exit D2. Walk northwest on Kweilin Street and cross Tai Po Road. When you are at Berwick Street, there is a laneway between No Milkshake No Life Restaurant and YHA Youth Hostel. Follow the laneway and walk up the stairs.

5. Checkerboard Hill near Lok Fu

Checkerboard Hill is a small hill in the northern part of the Kowloon peninsula. The hill is named after the red and white checkerboard pattern painted on the south and west side of the hill, which pilot used as a signal in order to land on Runway 13 of the old Kai Tak Airport in Kowloon City.

Since the decommissioning of Kai Tak Airport, the hill became abandoned. But locals and visitors continue to hike up the 98m short hill to see the old checkerboard and gorgeous sunset view.

How to get to Checkerboard Hill: Take subway to Lok Fu MTR Station, take Exit A. Cross the road on Junction Road, and cut through Tin Hau Temple. There is a set of stairs that go to Fu On Street, which will lead you to the Checkerboard Trail which is a rough trail around Lok Fu Service Reservoir Garden. Soon you will see the triangulation station on the west side of the reservoir park. Keep walking and you will see the checkerboards at the southwest side of the reservoir park.

6. Kwun Tong Promenade

The Kwun Tong Promenade is a newly built pedestrian walkway in East Kowloon. The one-kilometre waterfront park is a modern community park with green spaces and art installations. The long boardwalk allows visitors to see the Kwun Tong Typhoon Shelter and Kai Tai Cruise Terminal (the old airport in HK).

Not many travellers visit Kwun Tong, as it is an industrial area. But if you are ever in Kwun Tong, spend some time walking along the park and enjoying the sunset from the waterfront promenade.

Or, if you are in a car or bus on the Kwun Tong Bypass, which is directly above the park, you may catch the sunset view, too. Just make sure you sit on the left side of the bus during golden hour, and you might catch a view like this.

How to get to Kwun Tong Promenade: Take the MTR to Ngau Tau Kok Station and take Exit B6. Then, walk down Lai Yip Street until you reach Kwun Tong Promenade.

7. Devil’s Peak at Lei Yue Mun

Devil’s Peak is an unpaved trail that weaves through the hilly terrain in Yau Tong on the east side of Kowloon. The area was once occupied by local pirates as they controlled the passage of Lei Yue Mun, an important water channel that leads to Victoria Harbour. Then the British Army built defence facilities and eventually became a major battle ground during WWII.

Most visitors hike up the 222m hill to see the old war relics, including Devil’s Peak Battery, Gough Battery, and Devil’s Peak Cave (you can climb through it). But if you go during golden hour, you can see an awesome sunset.

I’ve been to the Devil’s Peak three times and somehow it’s either too early or too cloudy. But I promise you – the sunset view is worth the hike.

How to get to Devil’s Peak: Take the subway to Yau Tong MTR Station, take Exit A1. Walk to Ko Chiu Road and towards the hill. Continue on up the hilly road for about 20 minutes, then find the start of the Wilson Trail Section 3 on the left.

8. Various spots around Kowloon

Even though Hong Kong has many tall skyscrapers, there are many places where you can catch the golden hour.

I’ve been collecting various photos of sunsets and found some of the best ones are in Kowloon.

From left to right: the first photo was taken on Argyle Street and Nathan Road in Mong Kok. The photo on the right was taken while I stood in the middle of Nathan Road, waiting for the light to turn green. It was near Jordan Road.

The moral of the story is that you can see the sunset in HK just about anywhere. All you have to do is to look!

How to get there: various spots in Kowloon – see locations above

Popular Spots for sunset watching on HK Island

1. Lugard Road Lookout on Victoria Peak Trail

Victoria Peak Trail is one of the most rewarding hikes in Hong Kong. The hike itself is easy, and the views are breathtaking.

The circular trail is on the west side of Hong Kong Island and takes only one hour to complete. Along the way, you will see gorgeous views of Kowloon, Victoria Harbour, and the north side of HK Island.

But if you only want to watch the sunset, you can walk directly to the Lugard Road Lookout point from the Peak Tower. The short walk only takes 15 minutes.

If “The Peak” is too busy (and it can be during weekends and holidays), consider watching the sunset at my next favourite spot.

How to get to Victoria Peak: From the Peak Tower at the Peak, walk 15 minutes on Lugard Road (anticlockwise on Victoria Peak Trail) and watch the sunset from Lugard Road Lookout.

2. High West Summit

High West is one of the peaks on the west side of HK Island. When you hike this easy trail in Hong Kong, you can see unobstructed views of southern Hong Kong, including Pok Fu Lam, Cyberport and some of the outlying islands, including Lamma Island.

If you are too early to watch the sunset on Victoria Peak Trail or the Lugard Road Lookout Point is overcrowded, you should continue your hike to the top of Mount High West and watch the sunset from the summit. It only takes another half hour to get to the viewing platform, but the view and sunset are worthwhile.

How to get to High West: From Harlech Road and Lugard Road junction from Victoria Peak Loop, follow the signs for “High West” and hike for 20 minutes.

3. Red Incense Burner Summit on Braemar Hill

Red Incense Burner Summit on Braemar Hill might be the best place to watch sunset on Hong Kong Island. Not only can you see the beautiful sunset, but you can also see a fantastic night view of the city.

You don’t have to hike the entire mountain to see the sunset. Take a bus or minibus to the hiking trail and hike for 15 minutes. Wear comfortable shoes, though, because you’ll need to climb over a few rocks near the summit.

Besides the sunset, you can see panoramic views of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon. And on a clear day, you can see as far as Lion Rock Mountain and Tai Mo Shan.

And if you want to stay for the night view, it is worthwhile. Bring an extra layer of clothing, as it will be cooler, and a headlamp or torch for hiking back to the city.

How to get to Red Incense Burner Summit: Take Bus 23B, 25, 25A, 27, 81A, 85, 85A, 85P, 108 or Minibus 25, 49M to Braemar Hill Bus Terminus. Then, hike 15 minutes to the summit.

4. Sai Wan Swimming Shed

In the Western District of HK Island and along the edge of Mount Davis, there are various places to watch the Hong Kong sunset. And one of the best spots at the perimeter is the Sai Wan Swimming Shed.

The swimming shed was built over 50 years ago for swimmers to change into bathing suits. It was one of many swimming sheds in HK, but this is the only remaining swimming shed left.

Today, this spot is popular for taking photographs (I saw a couple there taking wedding photos) and is cool spot for watching the sunset in HK. You can walk down the rickety walkway to take an Instagram photo. Or you can walk further east and take photos from the rocky shore.

How to get to Sai Wan Swimming Shed: Take the MTR to Kennedy Town Station and take Exit C. Walk west on Forbes Street, then north on Cadogan Street. When you are at Victoria Road, walk west for another 15 minutes until you reach the entrance. Follow the stairs until you reach the Sai Wan Swimming Shed.

5. Sunset Pavilion at Mount Davis

If you are visiting the swimming shed, you might as well see the sunset at the Sunset Pavilion at the base of Mount Davis. But you’ll have to walk back up to the main road, turn right and walk for 7 minutes. Then walk down the set of stairs when you see the sign.

At the bottom of the staircase is a viewing pagoda where you can comfortably watch the sunset. But you can still get closer to the sunset. All you have to do is walk down further to the rocky shore. And go early; this sunset spot is super busy, especially on the weekends.

How to get to the Sunset Pavilion: From Sai Wan Swimming Shed, walk south on Victoria Road for about 7 minutes. Once you see the sign off the main road after you pass The University of Chicago, turn right and follow the set of staircases down.

6. Aberdeen Promenade

On the south side of Hong Kong Island is a small residential neighbourhood called Aberdeen. The town is not touristy, but it is known for its floating village located in Aberdeen Harbour.

Plus, Aberdeen has a fantastic waterfront park where the promenade extends from Aberdeen to Ap Lei Chau. And if you are walking along the promenade during the golden hour, you can catch an awesome sunset at Aberdeen West Typhoon Shelter.

How to get to Aberdeen: Take the MTR to Lei Tung Station and take Exit A2. Walk towards Ap Lei Chau Waterfront Promenade and take a sampan boat across Aberdeen Typhoon West Shelter to Aberdeen Promenade with your Octopus Card.

Favourite sunset spots in the Islands District and New Territories

1. Tai O Fishing Village

Tai O Fishing Village is a small village located on the west end of Lantau Island, and it might be one of the best off-the-beaten-path places in Hong Kong. Also known as the “Venice of Hong Kong,” the charming village has two waterways throughout the town and many stilt houses hovering over the waterways.

Because the village is situated on the west end of the city, there are many amazing spots to watch the sunset, including the Shek Tsai Po Ferry Pier, Tai O Lookout, Tai O Promenade, and even the parking lot of the bus terminus.

How to get to Tai O: Take the MTR to Tung Chung Station, hop on New Lantau Bus (NLB) Bus #11 at the bus terminal and get off at the last stop.

2. Cheung Chau Ferry Pier

Cheung Chau Island is a popular day trip and weekend spot for locals and tourists. Most people will spend an entire day exploring all corners of the “dumbbell island” and return back to HK at the end of the day.

But before you leave Cheung Chau, make sure to catch the sunset before you go home. Grab a spot on one of the benches along the promenade just north of Cheung Chau Ferry Pier and watch the sun set below the horizon. Highly recommend getting a slice of frozen watermelon or mango mochi while enjoying the sunset.

How to get to Cheung Chau Island: Take the ferry from Central Ferry Pier #5 on Hong Kong Island to Cheung Chau.

3. Yung Shue Wan Pier on Lamma Island

Lamma Island is the third-largest outlying island in Hong Kong and is known for its laidback hippie vibe, gorgeous beaches and delicious seafood. And the best way to explore the island is to hike the Lamma Island Family Walk, which is an easy hiking trail between Sok Kwu Wan and Yung Shue Wan, the two biggest villages on the island.

When you finish the hike in Yung Shue Wan at the end of the day, you can enjoy a beautiful sunset by the pier or at one of the restaurants facing the inlet.

During my last trip to Lamma Island, I had cocktails and snacks at Terracotta Lamma, a newish restaurant in Lamma serving Mediterranean food. The sunset view was absolutely perfect!

How to get to Lamma Island: There are many ways to get to Lamma Island. If you only want to get to the sunset point at Yung Shue Wan, take a ferry directly to the pier.

4. Tai Mei Tuk Pier and Plover Cove Reservoir Dam

Tai Mei Tuk is a small village in the Tai Po District known for many outdoor activities, including bike riding, boating, and hiking. It is also the final destination of two challenging hikes: the Plover Cove Reservoir trail and the Pat Sin Leng hiking trail.

But besides all the physical outdoor activities, one of the best reasons to visit Tai Mei Tuk is to watch the sunset. You can watch the sunset at any point along the long stretch of road between Tai Mei Tuk Pier and Plover Cove Reservoir Dam.

For your ultimate sunset-watching enjoyment, grab a drink at one of the vendors near Tai Mei Tuk Pier and enjoy the beautiful view.

How to get to Tai Mei Tuk Pier: Take the MTR to Tai Po Market Station and take Exit A3. Then catch minibus 20C to Tai Mei Tuk Bus Terminus. Once you arrive, walk south towards Plover Cove Reservoir Dam.

Which Hong Kong sunset spot are you going to?

These are a few of my favourite places to watch the sunset in Hong Kong. There are more! And I will update the list as I visit new sunset spots.

Which place will you go to see the sunset in HK? Or if you found other places that are worthy of this list, let me know as well.

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Thank you for reading my post about Hong Kong sunset

I have many posts on Hong Kong and you might also like these other posts on solo travel in HK:

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Hi, my name is Queenie, and I’ve been a solo traveller for 20+ years and currently based in Hong Kong. Follow me on my adventures through Instagram and my blog!