Yes! The view of Hong Kong from Victoria Peak is worth the effort of getting there

I know. The thought of standing in a long line for a tram ride up to Victoria peak in Hong Kong wasn’t very high on my to do list either. If it’s not extremely hot and humid in Hong Kong, it’s usually raining. Those are not ideal line queuing conditions. Not by a long shot.

That said, it’s the first thing I do whenever I visit Hong Kong. The view from Victoria Peak is that good.

What you can expect

First of all, you will stand in line at the base of the mountain as you wait for the tram. No matter what the weather conditions are, no matter what time of day it is, no matter if it’s a holiday, weekend, or weekday. There’s always a line.

The people watching is really good though.

The ride to the top

Once on the tram, it takes approximately 10 minutes to reach the top. It’s a very steep ride. Your neck will hurt as you try to hold your head upright. The incredible views of the city as you climb above it will distract you from any discomfort you may be feeling. It’s a good kind of pain.

The views

The first thing you’ll notice once you reach the top is that Victoria Peak consists mostly of shops and restaurants. The observation deck is only a small part of the attraction. One way or another, they’re going to get your money.

Is it worth it?

Heck yeah it is. Even though I consider to be the biggest tourist trap in all of Hong Kong, it is absolutely worth a visit. As I said – it’s some thing I do every time I visit Hong Kong. I’ve seen a bunch of times already. And I can’t wait to see it again.

Have questions? Just ask!