Ngong Ping Cable Car: Tickets

Ngong Ping Cable Car - Tickets and Visitor Information

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What is the Ngong Ping Cable Car?

• The Ngong Ping Cable Car or Ngong Ping 360 is a scenic gondola lift in Hong Kong that connects Tung Chung on the north side of Lantau Island with Ngong Ping village near the famous Big Buddha.
• It’s one of the most popular ways to reach the Tian Tan Buddha and Po Lin Monastery, because it turns the journey itself into part of the experience rather than just transport.
• The ride takes around 25–30 minutes and covers roughly 5.7 km, giving you panoramic views of the area.

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Quick Information‍

• Address: Ngong Ping Cable Car, Tung Chung, 360, Lantau Island
• Opening Hours: Monday - Friday: 10:00 - 18:00 & Saturday & Sunday: 09:00 - 18:30
• Ride Duration: The cable car takes around 25-30 minutes each way.
• Ticket Options

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Is Ngong Ping Cable Car Worth Using?

• The cable car is a great way to travel over to the island, yes.

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What You Can See On The Ngong Ping Cable Car

• Panoramic views of the mountains & Lantau Island
• The Buddhist Sanctuary of Ngong Ping Village
• Tung Chung Bay & Shan Tau Wetlands

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About Ngong Ping Cable Car

Hong Kong's Ngong Ping Cable Car offers a fun ride over to the Buddhist Sanctuary of Ngong Ping Village on Lantau Island. The cable car connects Tung Chung, which is near Hong Kong International Airport, with Ngong Ping Village on Lantau Island.

Lantau Island is the biggest island in Hong Kong and is known for its mountains, beautiful beaches, cultural attractions, natural beauty and being home to several landmarks including the Tian Tan Buddha (Big Buddha) statue, the beautiful Po Lin Monastery which is the Buddhist sanctuary set in the hills, and Wisdom Path.

The cable car journey is just under 6 kilometres and takes around 25-minutes (each way). You can enjoy panoramic views of the area including the airport, the mountains and the foothills of Lantau Island as well as the beautiful turquoise waters of Tung Chung Bay and the marshy Shan Tau Wetlands and the South China Sea.

You will also see the huge Buddha Statue as you near your destination.

There are three types of Cable Car Cabin to choose from:

• Standard Cabins: A standard cabin
• Crystal Cabins: The crystal cabins feature a glass bottom, providing passengers with a thrilling bird's-eye view of the scenery below as well.
• Crystal + Cabins: This cabin offers even greater views due to its tempered glass walls and floor!

When you arrive at Ngong Ping Village you can explore:

• ‘Tian Tan Buddha’: One of the world's largest outdoor seated bronze Buddha statues which stands at 34 metres (112 feet) tall. The statue is a significant religious and cultural landmark.
• ‘Po Lin Monastery’: A Buddhist monastery that dates back to 1906. You can enjoy the monastery's architecture, gardens, and enjoy vegetarian meals served by the monks.
• ‘Wisdom Path’: Near Ngong Ping Village, the Wisdom Path is an outdoor wooden path lined with large wooden columns inscribed with verses from the Heart Sutra, a revered Buddhist scripture.

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