Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens

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Orangutans, gibbons, macaques, and lemurs await at the Hong Kong Zoological and Botanical Gardens.

Nestled among the lush greenery on the northern slope of Victoria Peak, this is the 5.6 hectare garden is one of the oldest zoological and botanical centres in the world, and also home to racoons, flamingos, tortoise, and turtles. All creatures here are free to watch! The Gardens is surrounded by Garden Road, Robinson Road, Glenealy and Upper Albert Road, and divided into the eastern and western parts by Albany Road. The two parts are connected by a pedestrian subway. The eastern part, known as the Old Garden, provides children’s playground, aviaries, a green house and the fountain terrace garden, whereas the western part, or the New Garden, is mainly home to mammals and reptiles.

Opening Hours:

Fountain Terrace Garden5am - 10 pm
Green House/ Education and Exhibition Centre 9 am - 4:30 pm
Other Areas 6 am - 7 pm

On top of the zoological and botanical attractions, visitors may also enjoy a stroll down the heritage trail to explore five special features of historical importance, namely the Stone Pillars, the Memorial Arch, the Bronze Statue of King George VI, the Pavilion and the Fountain, and savour the stories of the Gardens.

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