Hong Kong travel guide
What to see in Lantau
The island of the Tian Tan Big Buddha, the Ngong Ping cable car and the stilt-house village of Tai O.
Updated 18 October 2026 · How we make our guides
- 5 must-see places
- Best time: from March to May and from November to January
Lantau highlights
The places you can’t miss. In the app we sort them by day and close to each other.
- Tian Tan Big Buddha
A seated bronze Buddha high on the hill.
- Po Lin Monastery
Next to the Buddha.
- Ngong Ping 360 cable car
Views over the sea.
- Tai O
A fishing village of stilt houses.
- Southern beaches
Cheung Sha.
Day trips from Lantau
We take you straight to the best-rated tour on GetYourGuide, with its reviews and dates.
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When to travel to Lantau
The months with the fewest warnings to travel to Lantau are from March to May and from November to January. If you can, avoid October (golden week).
- Jan no warnings
- Feb with warnings
- Mar no warnings
- Apr no warnings
- May no warnings
- Jun with warnings
- Jul with warnings
- Aug with warnings
- Sep with warnings
- Oct with strong warnings
- Nov no warnings
- Dec no warnings
- February
Lunar New Year (approximate dates)
Millions of people travel at this time: trains and flights are full and expensive, and many shops and restaurants close for several days.
What to do: Book transport weeks in advance and expect closures for the first three days.
- from June to August
Humid heat and downpours
Summer is very hot and humid, with heavy rain and typhoons from July.
What to do: The best time is October to December: dry and mild.
- from July to September
Typhoon season
In July, August and September typhoons can pass through: transport and outdoor attractions close for a day or two.
What to do: Leave a flexible day and check the local weather warnings.
- October
Golden Week
From 1 to 7 October the whole of China travels: the Great Wall, the Forbidden City and the trains are packed.
What to do: If you can, move your trip by a week; if not, book tickets in advance and visit first thing in the morning.
Where and what to eat
To eat like a local: a cha chaan teng (local café) or a dim sum restaurant. The dishes you can’t miss are in the Hong Kong guide.
Frequently asked questions about Lantau
What to see in Lantau?
Tian Tan Big Buddha, Po Lin Monastery, Ngong Ping 360 cable car, Tai O and Southern beaches.
What to see in Lantau in one day?
Don’t miss Tian Tan Big Buddha, Po Lin Monastery, Ngong Ping 360 cable car, Tai O and Southern beaches. To split it into days and areas without crossing the city back and forth, the Bagintravel app plans your trip in a minute.
What’s the best time to travel to Lantau?
The months with the fewest warnings to travel to Lantau are from March to May and from November to January. If you can, avoid October (golden week).
What day trips can you take from Lantau?
Lantau and the Big Buddha.
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Guide reviewed 18 October 2026. Places, areas and seasons: the same data the Bagintravel app uses. Sources and method.