Tai Po Waterfront Park Park
Large waterfront park with cycling paths and gardens
Tai Po Waterfront Park at a Glance#
Address: Tai Po Waterfront Park, Tai Po, New Territories, Hong Kong
Website: https://www.lcsd.gov.hk/en/parks/tpw/index.html
Hours: Daily 6:30am-11:00pm (park facilities vary)
Admission: Free
About Tai Po Waterfront Park#
Tai Po Waterfront Park is a large public park on the northern shore of the New Territories in Hong Kong, located in the Tai Po New Town area. It occupies a substantial waterfront site and serves as a municipal recreational park for Tai Po and neighbouring districts.
The park’s main attractions are its waterfront promenade, broad lawns and paved routes for walking and cycling. Facilities are arranged along the shoreline and include seating, planted gardens and sheltered picnic spots suitable for family outings and exercise.
The park was developed as part of the Tai Po New Town expansion and is managed as a public urban park. Over time new facilities and landscaping have been added to support recreational use by local residents.
Geographically the park sits on the shore of Tolo Harbour in Tai Po, within the northeastern part of Hong Kong’s New Territories. It is accessible from the Tai Po town centre and by local public transport.
- Harbour views: Located next to the harbour, providing clear views across Tolo Harbour and convenient sea-air breezes on warm days.
What to See#
- Promenade: A long waterfront promenade along Tolo Harbour with lawns and paved walking routes that link different activity areas within the park.
- Open lawns and picnic areas: A large open lawn and picnic areas used for recreation and community events, adjacent to the waterfront promenade.
How to Get to Tai Po Waterfront Park#
Take the MTR to Tai Po Market Station (East Rail Line) and walk 20-25 minutes along Tai Po Tai Wo Road, or catch bus routes 64K, 71K, or 275R which stop close to the park.
Tips for Visiting Tai Po Waterfront Park#
- Arrive before 9:00am on weekends if planning to use the large cycling paths - bike rental kiosks near Tai Po Market sell out quickly on good days.
- Climb the 32-m Lookout Tower for sweeping views of Tolo Harbour and the Lung Mei peninsula; the tower is the park's best single vista.
- Walk north along the waterfront toward Tai Po Waterfront Promenade at sunset - the light on Tolo Harbour is often quietly spectacular.
Best Time to Visit Tai Po Waterfront Park#
Best in autumn for clear skies and mild temperatures; mornings are quieter year-round.
Weather & Climate near Tai Po Waterfront Park#
Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cool winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 12°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2108 mm/year), wettest in August with a pronounced dry season.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Very Good | 12° - 18° | 15° | 25 mm | partly cloudy | 74% | 3.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.8h |
| February | Good | 13° - 19° | 16° | 47 mm | overcast | 78% | 3.6 m/s | 1.1 high | 11.3h |
| March | Good | 16° - 21° | 19° | 73 mm | overcast | 79% | 3.2 m/s | 1.2 high | 11.9h |
| April | Good | 20° - 25° | 22° | 165 mm | overcast | 81% | 3.0 m/s | 1.4 high | 12.6h |
| May | Good | 23° - 28° | 26° | 293 mm | overcast | 84% | 3.0 m/s | 1.8 very high | 13.1h |
| June | Good | 25° - 30° | 32° | 347 mm | overcast | 86% | 2.6 m/s | 1.9 very high | 13.4h |
| July | Good | 26° - 31° | 34° | 344 mm | partly cloudy | 85% | 3.1 m/s | 2.2 extreme | 13.2h |
| August | Acceptable | 25° - 31° | 34° | 379 mm | partly cloudy | 84% | 2.9 m/s | 2.0 extreme | 12.8h |
| September | Very Good | 24° - 30° | 30° | 254 mm | partly cloudy | 81% | 3.1 m/s | 1.8 very high | 12.2h |
| October | Excellent | 22° - 28° | 25° | 114 mm | partly cloudy | 76% | 3.7 m/s | 1.4 high | 11.5h |
| November | Excellent | 17° - 24° | 21° | 36 mm | partly cloudy | 75% | 3.3 m/s | 1.1 high | 10.9h |
| December | Very Good | 13° - 20° | 17° | 31 mm | partly cloudy | 71% | 3.5 m/s | 0.9 moderate | 10.7h |
