We rode Hong Kong’s Peak Tram and this is what we saw
Video shows ascent to The Peak in an experience of a lifetime
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Your support makes all the difference.One of the most popular destinations on every Hong Kong itinerary, is The Peak as this historic mountain gives 360-degree views of the city's impressive skyline.
Beyond offering Instagrammable scenes, The Peak also has heritage restaurants and beautiful hiking trails, too, plus getting there via the Peak Tram is almost as spellbinding.
Opened in 1888, the Peak Tram was only exclusive to the British governor and The Peak’s residents, however today it is open to anyone who wants to enjoy the stunning city views, well-preserved woodlands and heritage sites.
The journey, which takes less than 10 minutes, offers a glimpse of Hong Kong’s colonial history accompanied by beautiful nature above a spectacular urban landscape.
Watch out for The Peak Lookout, a Grade II Historic Building that was once a resting place for the carriers of sedan chairs, which residents of The Peak took to their homes after reaching there by the Peak Tram. The stony hut has been there for more than a century.
There is also Lugard Road, which is named after Hong Kong’s 14th governor, Sir Frederick Lugard. It forms part of the Peak Trail with interpretative panels along the trail.
There are a number of vantage points that offer spectacular views of Victoria Harbour.
The Peak Tram operates everyday from 7am until midnight, leaving at 10 to 15-minute intervals from the lower Peak Tram terminus located on Garden Road in Central. It is advisable to pay using Octopus cards as they require exact change if paying by cash.
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