Hong Kong Tai O Fishing Village Travel Guide

Islands District

Scenic spot introduction:

Tai O Fishing Village in Hong Kong is the most famous fishing village in Hong Kong. Because of its criss-crossing waterways and floating stilts, Tai O is known as the "Venice of the East". Tai O, far away from the hustle and bustle of the city, still retains the appearance of early Hong Kong. Most of the residents here are Hakkas, who make a living by fishing and live a peaceful and simple waterside life. Tai O's unique waterside style, unmistakable simplicity, and traditional delicacies such as salted fish, shrimp paste, and fish maw make it a paradise for gourmets and photographers, and the best place to experience Hong Kong culture.

Attractions distribution:

Tai O Fishing Village is located on the west coast of the outlying island. It is dominated by the style of early Hong Kong fishing villages. It has unique stilt buildings and can experience traditional living customs. There are also many historical sites in the fishing village, including Guanyin Temple, Guandi Temple, Yeung Hou Ancient Temple, Old Tai O Police Station, etc. Visitors can also buy authentic seafood specialties and taste snacks and delicacies at the local product market.

Scenic spot features:

Leisure, sightseeing, sea watching, fishing, worship, folk culture, religion, fishing villages, seaside

Scenic spot map:

Scenic spot map

Transportation

Scenic spot location:

China>Hong Kong SAR>New Territories>Island District

How to get there:

Get off at Tung Chung MTR Station, then take New Lantau Bus No. 11 to Tai O Bus Terminus; or take the ferry from Central Pier 6 to Mui Wo, Lantau Island, and then transfer to Lantau Bus No. 1 to Tai O Bus Terminus.

There is a bus stop outside the wall of Ngong Ping Market in Lantau Island. It runs every 15 minutes. The fare is HK$7 on weekdays and HK$14 on weekends. It can go directly to Tai O.

From Shenzhen Western Corridor to Tai O: Cross Shenzhen Bay-B3-Tuen Mun Pier-ferry to Tai O.