Ocean Park

Good to know

• Amusement park
• Opening hoursVaries by day
• Under 1 kmfrom Aberdeen center
• Wheelchair accessseating
• Parking
• Good for kids
• Restroom
• Official site
• 4.3 / 533,872 reviews
• Aberdeen

Two Worlds, One Park

Ocean Park is divided into two distinct zones — the Waterfront at sea level and the Summit perched on the hill above — separated by a ridge of lush green hills. You travel between them on two iconic options: the scenic cable car, which lifts you over open sky with sweeping views of the ocean, Aberdeen harbour, and surrounding peaks, or the Ocean Express, an underground tram that whisks you through the mountain. The cable car is an attraction in its own right and one of the park's most photographed experiences.↗↗

Each zone has its own character. The Waterfront houses the Grand Aquarium, the Old Hong Kong retro street, the Amazing Asian Animals area, and the toddler-friendly Whiskers Harbour. The Summit is home to the thrill rides, the Polar Adventure zone, Marine World, and the Rainforest exhibits. The park's free WiFi and companion app let you check live wait times and reserve popular attractions in advance.↗↗

Animal Encounters and Marine Life

Ocean Park's animal exhibits are a major reason families choose this park over other theme parks. The Grand Aquarium on the Waterfront is a mesmerising walk-through journey featuring sharks, manta rays, coral reefs, and exotic fish swimming in vast tanks. Fish feeding demonstrations happen daily at the main viewing panel.↗↗

The park's giant pandas are beloved stars. Visitors can meet Hong Kong's homegrown panda twins along with their parents, Le Le and Ying Ying, as well as newcomers An An and Ke Ke who arrived from Sichuan. The exhibits sit in lush surroundings and include red pandas and the Chinese giant salamander, the world's largest amphibian. Animal viewing times are limited, so plan around the schedule.↗↗

In the Polar Adventure zone on the Summit, the South Pole Spectacular is home to over 90 penguins across three species — king, rockhopper, and gentoo — viewed from both above and below the waterline. The Pacific Pier area features walruses, harbour seals, and sea lions with regular feeding demonstrations. Ocean Park also maintains dolphin and sea lion programmes called Dolphin Explorations, where caretakers share insights about marine conservation.

Thrill Rides and Family Attractions

The Summit's Thrill Mountain is the domain of adrenaline seekers. Hair Raiser is a looping roller coaster, The Flash delivers intense speed, Rev Booster spins riders in a whirling arm, and the Crazy Galleon swings a massive pirate ship tilting nearly 45 degrees above the ground. The Flying Swing sends you soaring at height, and Bumper Blaster is a high-speed dodge-em experience for the whole family.↗↗

For gentler thrills, the Arctic Blast roller coaster threads through a snowscape-themed wonderland on the Summit, while Balloons Up-Up-And-Away on the Waterfront mixes hot air balloon whimsy with Ferris wheel views. Whiskers Harbour caters specifically to young children with playgrounds like the Castle of Redd maze and the Jungle of Giants rope course. A wave pool and lazy river offer water-based relaxation, and the Merry-Go-Round and Sea Life Carousel are perennial favourites.↗↗↗

The Ocean Park Tower stands 72 metres tall at 200 metres above sea level, providing a 360-degree gently rotating observation deck with panoramic views of Aberdeen, the outlying islands, and the South China Sea. It is one of the tallest observation towers in Southeast Asia.

Old Hong Kong and Live Entertainment

One of the park's most atmospheric zones is Old Hong Kong, a retro recreation of the city's streetscape during the 1950s through 1970s. Authentic neon signs, heritage trams, and nostalgic shopfronts transport visitors back in time. An evening Neon Lighting Show illuminates the streets in a dazzling spectacle that is especially photogenic. Street food stalls here sell classic local snacks.↗↗

Throughout the day, the park stages live shows including character meetings, musical performances, and themed celebrations. Seasonal events are a major draw — the autumn Halloween Fest transforms the park into a haunted wonderland with terror rides, haunted houses, and family-friendly trick-or-treating. Sanrio character collaborations and the Gala of Lights evening show add festive energy to evenings.↗↗

Dining in the Park

Ocean Park offers a surprising range of dining from budget to premium. Neptune's Restaurant is a standout — the only aquarium restaurant in Hong Kong, where you dine surrounded by manta rays and tropical fish. It is expensive but memorable. Club Panda offers good value with panda-shaped buns and dumplings at moderate prices. Terrace Café serves international dishes with a sea view. The more than 30 food stalls scattered across the park, especially in Old Hong Kong, offer affordable snacks and quick meals.↗↗

For a special occasion, the Lighthouse Café at The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel on-site offers a luxury buffet in a chic setting, while the nearby Marina Kitchen at the Ocean Park Marriott Hotel has a seafood-heavy spread ideal for an evening feast after the park closes. Outside the park, one stop away at Wong Chuk Hang MTR station, the Nam Long Shan Cooked Food Market provides budget-friendly meals from HK$30 to HK$70.↗

Planning Your Visit

Reaching Ocean Park is straightforward via the MTR South Island Line — the park has its own station just six minutes from Admiralty. Weekday hours run 10am to 6pm and weekends until 7pm. Tickets range from approximately HK$221 to HK$498 depending on age and season, though third-party platforms like Klook frequently offer significant discounts.↗

The park is enormous and getting lost is easy without a plan. Use the Ocean Park app's My Itinerary feature to select attractions and see them organised by zone with showtimes and closures. Starting at the Summit and working downward helps avoid cable car queues. On busy days, Ocean FasTrack priority passes (from HK$280) let you skip lines at designated major rides including the cable car, Ferris Wheel, and top roller coasters.↗

Practical notes: outside food is not permitted (though water bottles are fine), the park is wheelchair accessible with rentals available, lockers and baggage storage are offered, and the Polar Adventure zones are kept cool (8–17°C), so bringing a light layer is wise. Animal exhibits are subject to temporary closures based on welfare needs. Tickets should be purchased online in advance with a mandatory date reservation before visiting.↗↗