Can’t make it to Japan for this year’s cherry blossom season? You don’t need to go that far to indulge in a bit of hanami. The sakura garden en route to the Hong Kong International Airport has opened to the public for this year’s season — and it’s got a bit of an upgrade! The garden has several new facilities where visitors can relax while taking in views of the trees and Tung Chung Bay.
What’s New at the Cherry Blossom Garden?
The recent additions to the garden make it one of the best places to see cherry blossoms in Hong Kong. This year, it has a waterfront promenade with more trees. Sightseers can also unwind at lounge chairs, and even picnic at a grassy area. This is an extension of the landscaping features, information boards, and photo spots that were added when the garden opened for the 2024 season, making it the Hong Kong’s largest dedicated sakura spot. The first batch of trees is in full bloom while the second is on track to flower in two weeks.
How to Get to There
The cherry blossom garden is along Chek Lap Kok South Road, near the foot of Scenic Hill on Lantau Island. Anyone taking the MTR needs to get to the Tung Chung Station, then walk past the cable car terminal and carry on past the cable car terminal. Once you’re on the Chek Lap Kok South Road, it’s about 15 minutes to the garden. If you’re on one of the Ngong Ping Cable Cars with a see-through bottom, you can get a bird’s-eye view of the pink blooms.
Visitors can also hop aboard S Bus Routes from the Tung Chung Bus Terminus, alight at the Aviation Fuel Tank Farm stop, then walk head towards the petrol bunk along Scenic Road. If you’re coming from downtown, take any of the E series buses and get off at the Chek Lap Kok South Road stop. Check out the full list of bus routes here.
Image credits: Hong Kong International Airport
