Spring is in the air, and with it comes the pink paradise of cherry blossoms! While many Hongkongers flock to Japan come this time of year, our city also has plenty of pink blooms to experience across the city. A beloved annual attraction, the Cherry Blossom Garden at the Hong Kong International Airport is a must-visit flower spotters. This year, the garden has expanded with a new "Cherry Blossom Bay," offering even more breathtaking views and photo ops.
When is HK Airport’s Cherry Blossom Garden open?
The Cherry Blossom Garden is now open to the public, welcoming visitors daily. From Sundays to Thursdays, the garden is open between 8am to 8pm, while on Fridays and Saturdays, the hours are extended until 10pm. For a unique experience, visit during the ‘night sakura’ ’period starting at 5pm, when the garden is illuminated with colourful lights
The blooming period typically lasts seven to 14 days, but this year, the Airport Authority has planted cherry blossoms in two batches to extend the viewing season. The first batch is already in full bloom, while the second batch is expected to flower from mid to late March.
How to get there?
There are a few ways you can get to the garden:
MTR: From Tung Chung MTR Station exit B, walk past the Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car Terminal and continue along Chek Lap Kok South Road for about 15 minutes until you reach the garden.
Bus: From Tung Chung Station Bus Terminus, take one of the ‘S’ bus routes (S1, S52, S52A, S52P, S56, S64, S64C, S64P, or S64X) and alight at the Aviation Fuel Tank Farm stop. From there, walk towards the petrol station along Scenic Road. Alternatively, take any of the ‘E’ bus routes (E11, E11A, E21, E21D, E22, E22A, E23, or E23A) from downtown and get off at the Chek Lap Kok South Road stop.
What can I see at the HK Airport’s Cherry Blossom Garden?
This year’s garden is bigger and better than ever, featuring over 100 cherry blossom trees, including the ‘Haoyunlai’ variety, which is known to be more heat-resistant and can thrive in Hong Kong’s climate. The Cherry Blossom Garden has also expanded to feature the new Cherry Blossom Bay, located near the waterfront, where visitors can relax on lounge chairs and soak up the sweeping views.
For more detailed transportation information, visit HKIA’s official Cherry Blossom Garden site.
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