Ocean Park is one of Hong Kong’s most popular attractions. Here’s everything you need to know before venturing into this exciting theme park and waterworld!
Looking for fun things to do while you’re in Hong Kong? Apart from uncovering hidden gems on Hong Kong tours and hopping between the top cafes and bars in town, visiting a theme park is also a great way to spend your time. Ocean Park Hong Kong is one of the most popular attractions in our city and has a long list of activities and sites in store for you – complete with adorable pandas and an up-and-coming bungee jump! Let our full guide to Ocean Park Hong Kong help you navigate this giant wonderland.
Your ultimate guide to Ocean Park Hong Kong
How to get to Ocean Park
Located on the south side of Hong Kong Island in Aberdeen, Ocean Park is accessible by public transport. The easiest way to get there is by MTR. Get yourself to Admiralty Station and interchange for the South Island Line – Ocean Park Station is just one stop away! Alternatively, you can get to Ocean Park by bus. The closest bus stops are Aberdeen Tunnel Toll Plaza and Wong Chuk Hang Sai Wan, which are across the road from the park entrance. On the other hand, buses 629 and 973 take you straight to the main entrance.
Check out Ocean Park’s official transportation guide for more information.
Ocean Park opening hours
If you’re planning your trip to Ocean Park, keep in mind that it closes on Tuesdays. On Wednesdays through Mondays, the park is open from 10am to 7pm. And if you want to hit up Water World – Ocean Park’s very own waterpark – know that it closes seasonally during the winter months.
Where to get Ocean Park tickets
1. General admission
In our experience, a day is enough to visit the best rides and zoos. General admission day tickets have three price levels: Adult ($498), Child ($249), and JoyYou Card holders ($100).
Here are our tips to buying Ocean Park tickets:
- Children aged 3 to 11 can enter the park with a Child ticket, but they must be accompanied by someone aged 15 or above
- Children aged below 3 can enter the park for free
- A general admission ticket is valid for 180 days from the date of purchase
- Everyone can enter the park for free on their birthday!
Buy Ocean Park tickets online or from the admission kiosks at the main entrance.
2. Annual membership
If you live in Hong Kong and find yourself heading to Ocean Park multiple times a year, you might want to consider getting an annual membership for year-long access. Plus, you’ll receive benefits like welcome offers, members-only discounts, and birthday privileges. Ocean Park’s annual membership has three price levels: Adult ($1,380), Child ($980), and Student ($980).
Learn more about Ocean Park’s annual membership.
3. Ocean FasTrack
Fast pass, quick pass, fastrack… Whatever you want to call it, Ocean FasTrack lets you skip the queue for your fave rides. The Standard FasTrack ($320) can be used at seven designated rides within your visit, while the Pro FasTrack ($580) gives you priority access to most designated rides in the park.
In our opinion, the Ocean FasTrack Standard is worth getting if you’re visiting during peak periods. These mean Christmas, Easter, Lunar New Year, Golden Week in October, and during school summer holidays. If you’re one for min-maxing your theme park experience with roller coaster rides, then the Ocean FasTrack Pro can save you plenty of waiting time.
Zones and in-park transportation in Ocean Park
Ocean Park is built on the side of a mountain, with attractions and experiences spanning from the foot to the top of the hill. The park is divided into two sections: the Waterfront and the Summit. You can get an Ocean Park map at the admission kiosks, or use the online map to make your way around. Look out for these key attractions below!
The Waterfront
Passing through the main entrance will get you to Aqua City, where you’ll find a series of marine and wild animal education centres, cultural experiences, and in-park transportation stations. Next, move on to Amazing Asian Animals, where you’ll find them! Residing in Panda Village are the park’s famous pandas and cute red pandas. Spot them hunkering down on bamboo leaves and lounging around in all their adorable glory! And if you’re visiting with kids, Whiskers Harbour is where you’ll want to be. Most of the park’s kid-friendly rides are here, including a merry-go-round, mini train ride, and a theatre.
The Summit
Head up to the Summit to visit Ocean Park’s very own arctic-themed zone, Polar Adventure, which features a series of rides as well as a restaurant. Adrenaline junkies will love Thrill Mountain, too, as this is where you’ll encounter the scariest rides, like the Hair Raiser!
Sticking with the theme of nature, the Rainforest is where you can take a hike through the Expedition Trail while learning about rainforest ecosystems typically found in Hong Kong and Southeast Asia. Go from land to sea (or rather, the sky) as you reach Marine World, located at Ocean Park’s highest elevation. Here, you’ll find a diverse range of attractions, whether it be thrill rides, carnival games, or educational facilities where you can get up close and personal with several marine animals.
Getting around in Ocean Park
To travel from the bottom to the top of the hill (and back), the Cable Car takes you from Aqua City all the way to Marine World on the Summit. Enjoy sweeping views of the whole park and the Aberdeen waters during your ride! On the other hand, the Ocean Express is a train that transports you from Aqua City to the Rainforest. While the ride is a little less scenic, the queues are usually shorter, making for an extra speedy journey.
Learn more about the transportation inside Ocean Park.
Top attractions in Ocean Park
1. Thrill rides and roller coasters
While Ocean Park’s haunted houses are Halloween-exclusive, its thrill rides are available all year round and they guarantee to make you scream! Spread across the whole park, the most popular thrill rides include the Wild Twister in Marine World and the Hair Raiser in Thrill Mountain, while The Rapids in the Rainforest zone offers an adrenaline-pumping cruise down an artificial river. Prepare to get wet in this last one!
2. Kid-friendly rides and family-friendly attractions
Aside from the aforementioned Whiskers Harbour, the Arctic Blast in Polar Adventure is also open to kiddos aged four and above. Additionally, the Ferris Wheel and Ocean Park Tower in Marine World, and Bumper Blaster on Thrill Mountain are also sought-after rides among younger guests.
3. Meet different animals
Panda-mania has taken over Hong Kong since the birth of the giant panda twin cubs on 15 August! While we anticipate seeing the baby pandas in 2025, their parents, Ying Ying and Le Le, continue to entertain us. Give some love to the other animals at the sanctuaries throughout the park, too, ranging from dolphins and penguins, to seals and beautiful Arctic foxes. Finally, getting a glimpse of the majestic sharks and stingrays in the Grand Aquarium is one of the best things to do in Ocean Park, so be sure to put it on your itinerary!
Here’s a list of animals you can meet at Ocean Park.
4. Ocean Park Water World
Hot summer days call for an excursion to the waterworld! Getting to Ocean Park Water World is simple – just hop on a shuttle bus from the main entrance. Whether you’re seeking a thrill ride on a rapid cruise or want to unwind while floating on a lazy river, Water World has you covered with its 27 indoor and outdoor attractions.
Learn more about Ocean Park Water World.
5. Adventure Zone
Set to open in 2028, the Adventure Zone will revamp the developed hillside area where the retired Raging River and Mine Train now stand. Facing out to the South China Sea, the new area gives you not only spectacular ocean views, but also a series of fresh attractions and rides, including the Luge – Alpine Coaster, a zipline, outdoor playgrounds, water adventure play areas, climbing walls, and more.
Restaurants in Ocean Park
Wondering where to eat in Ocean Park? There are plenty of restaurants and food kiosks here, with Aqua City and Marine World being the main zones for restaurants. For those in the mood for a sit-down meal, we recommend checking out Neptune’s Restaurant, a stunning aquarium restaurant. The Bayview Restaurant offers sweeping ocean views and quality South Asian cuisines as well. Or, chill out with a sundowner at Lakeside Chill Bar after your long day out.
Neptune’s Restaurant, Aqua City, Waterfront, Ocean Park, p. 3923 2161
The Bayview Restaurant, Marine World, Summit, Ocean Park, p. 3923 2161
Lakeside Chill Bar, Lakeside Chill, Waterfront, Ocean Park, p. 3923 2161
