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Victoria Peak Recommended starting point
Distance: 0.00 mi · Attraction: Iconic Scenic Viewpoint (Selfie spot) 22 Mount Austin Road, 22 Mount Austin Rd, The Peak, Hong Kong
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Welcome to Victoria Peak, our very first stop and the perfect way to begin your Hong-Kong driving adventure.
We actually passed the formal Victoria Peak about a mile back, but I wanted to find a safe spot for you to pull over while I tell you a bit about this iconic area.
If you can safely stop the car near the sidewalk and turn on your hazard lights, that would be great.
If not, no worries. Carefully make a U-turn, and I’ll continue guiding you as you drive back towards Victoria Peak. Just follow the route on your map.
Rising 552 meters above sea level, Victoria Peak is the highest point on Hong-Kong Island.
From here, you’re treated to breathtaking panoramic views of the city skyline and surrounding islands. It’s no wonder this is Hong-Kong’s most famous viewpoint.
You probably drove up here via scenic Peak Road, but another way to reach the top is by taking the historic Peak Tram, which has been operating since 1888.
The tram itself is a piece of living history, once reserved exclusively for British colonial officials and wealthy residents.
During the colonial era, only the Governor, top officials, and Hong Kong’s elite were allowed to live up here. The Peak’s cooler temperatures and cleaner air made it a desirable escape from the heat, humidity, and pollution of the city below.
I’ll tell you more about the island’s British colonial history shortly.
When you reach the area of Victoria Peak again, at the intersection of Mount Austin Road and Peak Road, you’ll notice the famous Peak Tower on your left, and just across from it, The Peak Galleria mall.
If the weather is good and you’d like to stop for a closer look, your best bet is to park at The Peak Galleria.
Here are your top options:
1. Enter Sky Terrace 428.
Walk to the Peak Tower and head up to Sky Terrace 428 for a stunning 360-degree view. Entrance fees apply.
2. Walk to Lions Pavilion.
Take a short walk down Findlay Path, just outside the Galleria, for a great free view of Victoria Harbour, the skyscrapers, and the rest of Hong-Kong.
3. Stroll along Peak Circle Walk.
For a longer, peaceful walk, head up Lugard Road for nature, quiet greenery, and panoramic city views. Free of charge.
And of course, don’t forget to take a selfie. This is the perfect place to capture unforgettable photos of your journey.
Take a moment here to admire the beauty of Hong Kong from above and reflect on how this city has grown from a quiet fishing village into one of the most impressive skylines in the world.
When you’re ready, let’s continue our journey down towards the vibrant streets of the Central District.
If you decide to make a stop, remember you can always pause the tour and continue later.
Just enter the tour screen in the app, tap “Starting Point,” select the next stop, and tap “Start Tour.”
You found me.
Welcome to Victoria Peak, our very first stop and the perfect way to begin your Hong-Kong driving adventure.
We actually passed the formal Victoria Peak about a mile back, but I wanted to find a safe spot for you to pull over while I tell you a bit about this iconic area.
If you can safely stop the car near the sidewalk and turn on your hazard lights, that would be great.
If not, no worries. Carefully make a U-turn, and I’ll continue guiding you as you drive back towards Victoria Peak. Just follow the route on your map.
Rising 552 meters above sea level, Victoria Peak is the highest point on Hong-Kong Island.
From here, you’re treated to breathtaking panoramic views of the city skyline and surrounding islands. It’s no wonder this is Hong-Kong’s most famous viewpoint.
You probably drove up here via scenic Peak Road, but another way to reach the top is by taking the historic Peak Tram, which has been operating since 1888.
The tram itself is a piece of living history, once reserved exclusively for British colonial officials and wealthy residents.
During the colonial era, only the Governor, top officials, and Hong Kong’s elite were allowed to live up here. The Peak’s cooler temperatures and cleaner air made it a desirable escape from the heat, humidity, and pollution of the city below.
I’ll tell you more about the island’s British colonial history shortly.
When you reach the area of Victoria Peak again, at the intersection of Mount Austin Road and Peak Road, you’ll notice the famous Peak Tower on your left, and just across from it, The Peak Galleria mall.
If the weather is good and you’d like to stop for a closer look, your best bet is to park at The Peak Galleria.
Here are your top options:
1. Enter Sky Terrace 428.
Walk to the Peak Tower and head up to Sky Terrace 428 for a stunning 360-degree view. Entrance fees apply.
2. Walk to Lions Pavilion.
Take a short walk down Findlay Path, just outside the Galleria, for a great free view of Victoria Harbour, the skyscrapers, and the rest of Hong-Kong.
3. Stroll along Peak Circle Walk.
For a longer, peaceful walk, head up Lugard Road for nature, quiet greenery, and panoramic city views. Free of charge.
And of course, don’t forget to take a selfie. This is the perfect place to capture unforgettable photos of your journey.
Take a moment here to admire the beauty of Hong Kong from above and reflect on how this city has grown from a quiet fishing village into one of the most impressive skylines in the world.
When you’re ready, let’s continue our journey down towards the vibrant streets of the Central District.
If you decide to make a stop, remember you can always pause the tour and continue later.
Just enter the tour screen in the app, tap “Starting Point,” select the next stop, and tap “Start Tour.”
