Ocean Park – A fascinating educational place to visit in Hong Kong!
Located in Wong Chuk Hang and Nam Long Shan in the Southern District of Hong Kong, Ocean Park Hong Kong, widely known as Ocean Park, is a marine mammal park, oceanarium, animal theme park and amusement park. It is, in fact, the second-largest theme park in Hong Kong, after Hong Kong Disneyland, as well as the largest theme park in Hong Kong by area. It is also the second-oldest theme park in Hong Kong, after the now-defunct Lai Chi Kok Amusement Park which closed its doors on 31 March 1997, four months before the 1997 handover.
Pros:
- Includes rides as well as historical sites.
- A great place for anyone who loves the ocean or likes to see animals.
- Has an enormous aquarium with over 400 species of fish.
- Also includes pandas!
Why it’s awesome:
- Hong Kong's Ocean Park has something for everyone. The rides, animals, and aquarium will delight the children, who may also learn something about Hong Kong along the way. But this park isn't just for kids; it's also for anyone who wants to see a panda – China's iconic animal – and learn about Hong Kong's history.
- Ocean Park is so popular in Hong Kong that if you ask any kid which theme park they prefer, they will always say Ocean Park! The dolphin show is a big hit with the crowds, and the pandas are adorable.
What to do there:
- The aquarium at Ocean Park is a great place to cool off for an hour or so. It has a large collection of exotic fish, as well as a touch pool, and is a fascinating place for both adults and children to spend some time. If you're looking for something a little more thrilling, Ocean Park has roller coasters and the Giant Panda Adventure, where you can see this iconic animal as well as red pandas and the endangered Chinese Giant Salamander.
Address: 1 Lei Tung Estate Road, Hong Kong
