Fo Tan, Hong Kong

Name: Fo Tan
Address: Hong Kong, China

#438 among attractions in Hong Kong

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Fo Tan is an area of Sha Tin, New Territories, Hong Kong. It was developed as a light industrial area, but this activity has declined markedly in recent years. There are residential areas to the east, alongside the MTR line, and in the foothills to the west. ()

Local name: 火炭 Coordinates: 22°23'40"N, 114°11'49"E

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沙田区 (火炭)Hong Kong China

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Fo Tan – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: New Town Plaza, HomeSquare, Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery, Citylink Plaza.

1 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
New Town Plaza, Hong Kong
26 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Sha Tin, Hong Kong, New Town Plaza stands as a beacon of modern consumer culture, offering a shopping experience that is both diverse and sophisticated. This expansive shopping centre, a cornerstone of the New Territories' retail...
0.8 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
HomeSquare, Hong Kong
22 min walk • In the bustling metropolis of Hong Kong, HomeSquare stands out as a premier shopping destination for those in search of home furnishings and lifestyle products. Located in the heart of Sha Tin, this shopping centre specializes in offering a wide range of options for...
0.9 miSW
Large Buddhist temple with many statues
Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery, Hong Kong
24 min walk • Perched on a hillside in Sha Tin, Hong Kong, the Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery is a remarkable temple complex that captivates the hearts of both devout Buddhists and curious tourists. Despite its name, the monastery does not house any resident monks and is managed by...
1 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Citylink Plaza, Hong Kong
26 min walk • Citylink Plaza is a building that stands above Sha Tin station on the MTR East Rail line in Hong Kong. It was developed and is owned by the Kowloon-Canton Railway Corporation. The building, as well as the railway station, is connected to New Town Plaza, which is one of the largest shopping centres in Sha Tin District.
1.4 miSW
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Hong Kong Heritage Museum, Hong Kong
37 min walk • Hong Kong Heritage Museum is a museum of history, art and culture in Sha Tin, Hong Kong, located beside the Shing Mun River. The museum opened on 16 December 2000. It is managed by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department of the Hong Kong Government.
0.9 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Sha Tin Plaza, Hong Kong
24 min walk • Shatin Plaza is one of the main private housing estates in Sha Tin Town Centre, Sha Tin District, New Territories, Hong Kong, which is near New Town Plaza Phase I, Lucky Plaza and Shatin Centre.
0.7 miNE
Sport venue, Sport, Horse track
Sha Tin Racecourse, Hong Kong
19 min walk • Sha Tin Racecourse is one of the two racecourses for horse racing in Hong Kong. It is located in Sha Tin in the New Territories. It is managed by Hong Kong Jockey Club. Penfold Park is encircled by the track, and the Hong Kong Sports Institute is located immediately south of the property.
0.7 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Fortune City One, Hong Kong
19 min walk • Fortune City One is one of the two shopping centres of City One, Sha Tin, New Territories, Hong Kong. It is owned by Cheung Kong Holdings. It is connected to nearly apartments and another shopping centre in City One, Fortune City One Plus, just across the street, by bridges.
1 miSW
City hall, Civic center, Arenas and stadiums
Sha Tin Town Hall, Hong Kong
27 min walk • Sha Tin Town Hall is a town hall at the town centre of the Sha Tin District in Hong Kong. It is located near Sha Tin station, Sha Tin Park and New Town Plaza.
~1360 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Sui Wo Court, Hong Kong
7 min walk • Sui Wo Court is one of the first estates under Home Ownership Scheme. It is located in Fo Tan, Sha Tin District, Hong Kong. Built in 1980, it is located on a mountain above Wo Che and east of central Fo Tan, northwest of Sha Tin.
1.2 miSW
Hill
Tao Fong Shan
30 min walk • Tao Fong Shan is a modest yet spiritually significant hill located in Sha Tin, Hong Kong, China. Known for its tranquil environment and rich religious history, it stands as a beacon of interfaith dialogue and Christian outreach within the region.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Fo Tan?

Nearby attractions include Tao Heung Foods of Mankind Museum, Hong Kong (4 min walk), Shatin Baptist Church, Hong Kong (18 min walk), Sha Tin Racecourse, Hong Kong (19 min walk), Penfold Park, Hong Kong (19 min walk).

How to get to Fo Tan by public transport?

The nearest stations to Fo Tan:

Bus

Fo Tan Village • Lines: 989 (1 min walk)
Sui Wo Court (5 min walk)

Metro

Fo Tan • Lines: Eal (3 min walk)
Racecourse • Lines: Eal (15 min walk)