Cheung Chau Island: Beaches, Temples & Seafood Delights

Visitor Fee

• Free entry

Transportation

• Ferry:
  • From Central Pier 5 to Cheung Chau:
    • Ordinary Ferry (55 min)
    • Fast Ferry (35 min)
  • From Aberdeen or Mui Wo (Lantau Island) to Cheung Chau (limited services)
• Bicycles and Walking: No cars are allowed; biking and walking are the main modes of transport.

Things to Do

1. Hike the Cheung Chau Family Trail:
   • A scenic coastal hike with panoramic sea views and historical sites.
2. Visit Tung Wan Beach and Kwun Yam Beach:
   • Ideal for swimming, sunbathing, and windsurfing.
3. Explore the Cheung Po Tsai Cave:
   • A legendary pirate hideout, once used by the famous pirate Cheung Po Tsai.
4. Try Famous Seafood and Street Food:
   • The island is known for fresh seafood, giant fishballs, mango mochi, and steamed buns.
5. See the Pak Tai Temple:
   • A historic temple dedicated to Pak Tai, the Taoist sea god, built over 200 years ago.
6. Experience the Bun Festival (April/May):
   • A famous event featuring parades, lion dances, and a bun scrambling competition.

Why People Enjoy Coming Here

• Laid-back island vibe with no cars, only bicycles and boats.
• Rich history and pirate legends make it an intriguing destination.
• Beautiful beaches and coastal trails perfect for nature lovers.
• Unique cultural experiences, including the annual Bun Festival.
• Famous local snacks and fresh seafood attract food lovers.

How Old is Cheung Chau Island?

• Inhabited for hundreds of years, once a fishing village and pirate base.
• The Pak Tai Temple (1783) is one of the island’s oldest landmarks.

List of Activities

• Hiking the Cheung Chau Family Trail
• Swimming and water sports at Tung Wan Beach
• Exploring the Cheung Po Tsai Cave
• Cycling around the island
• Trying famous seafood and street snacks
• Visiting Pak Tai Temple
• Attending the Cheung Chau Bun Festival (seasonal)

Additional Nearby Attractions

• Lantau Island: Home to the Big Buddha, Ngong Ping 360, and Tai O Fishing Village.
• Peng Chau Island: A quiet island with scenic hiking trails.
• Mui Wo (Lantau Island): Known for Silvermine Bay Beach and waterfalls.
• Aberdeen Fishing Village: A historic spot with floating seafood restaurants and sampan rides.