Victoria Peak offers Hong Kong’s most famous view across the skyscrapers and Victoria Harbour to Kowloon. Here’s how to get up and which tickets to buy.
Peak Tram and Sky Terrace prices (2026)
| Ticket | Price (approx.) |
|---|---|
| Peak Tram return | HK$116 |
| Sky Terrace 428 | HK$80 |
| Combo (tram return + Sky Terrace 428) | HK$196 |
Prices are from Trvlogue (2026). One-way and child fares are also available, and online platforms are often slightly cheaper. Compare Peak Tram and Sky Terrace tickets.
Other ways up
- Bus 15 from Central (Exchange Square): a scenic, winding ride, cheaper than the tram.
- Green minibus 1 from Central, near the IFC.
- Taxi: easy, and handy for the way down at night.
- Hiking up the Old Peak Road or through the Pok Fu Lam Country Park.
Free viewpoints
The Peak Circle Walk (Lugard Road) is a flat, roughly 3.5 km loop with stunning, free views. It’s especially good at sunset. The Lion’s Pavilion lookout near the tram terminus is also free.
Tips
- Check the weather. Clouds and haze often cover the Peak, especially in spring.
- Arrive an hour before sunset to see the city by day, at dusk and at night.
- Weekday mornings have the shortest queues for the tram.
- Combine your visit with Central and Sheung Wan in our Hong Kong itinerary.
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FAQ: Victoria Peak and the Peak Tram
How much is the Peak Tram in 2026?
About HK$116 return, or HK$196 with Sky Terrace 428 entry.
Is the Sky Terrace 428 worth it?
It gives the highest 360° view, but the free Lugard Road walk offers a similar panorama.
What’s the best time to go to Victoria Peak?
On a clear day around sunset, especially from October to December, when the air is clearest.
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