Pottinger Peak, Hong Kong

Name: Pottinger Peak
Address: Hong Kong, China

#384 among attractions in Hong Kong

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Pottinger Peak is a mountain on the eastern side of Hong Kong Island. It is located south of Chai Wan and Siu Sai Wan and north of Big Wave Bay. Initially known as Ma Tong Peak, it was renamed Pottinger Peak after Henry Pottinger, the first Governor of Hong Kong. The peak is 312m above sea level. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 22°15'0"N, 114°15'0"E

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Pottinger Peak – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Dragon's Back, Shek O Peak, Sai Wan War Cemetery, Chai Wan Mosque.

1 miSW
Hiking, Hiking trail, Park
Dragon's Back, Hong Kong
27 min walk • The Dragon's Back is a mountain ridge in southeastern Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong that passes through Shek O Peak. It lies within the Shek O Country Park. In 2019, the Dragon's Back Trail was selected by CNN as one of the world's 23 best trails. Dragon's Back is part of Stage 8 of the Hong Kong Trail.
1.1 miS
Hill
Shek O Peak, Hong Kong
28 min walk • Shek O Peak or Ta Lan Tsing Teng Shan is a hill in southern Hong Kong. It is the tallest hill along the Dragon's Back trail.
1.2 miNW
Cemetery, Monuments and statues
Sai Wan War Cemetery, Hong Kong
30 min walk • Sai Wan War Cemetery is a military cemetery located in Chai Wan, Hong Kong which was built in 1946. The cemetery was created to commemorate soldiers of Hong Kong Garrison who perished during the Second World War.
1.3 miNW
Mosque
Chai Wan Mosque, Hong Kong
33 min walk • The Chai Wan Mosque or Cape Collinson Mosque is a mosque in Chai Wan, Hong Kong, China. It is the fifth mosque built in Hong Kong.
1 miSW
Park
Shek O Country Park, Hong Kong
26 min walk • Shek O Country Park is a rural marine park located on Shek O, Southern District, Hong Kong and facing the South China Sea. The 701-hectare park opened on 21 September 1979.
1 miNW
Cemetery
Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery, Hong Kong
27 min walk • Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery is a private cemetery located in Cape Collinson, on Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong. It is managed by The Catholic Diocese of Hong Kong. The cemetery was completed and opened in 1960.
1.2 miNW
Cemetery
Hong Kong Buddhist Cemetery, Hong Kong
32 min walk • Hong Kong Buddhist Cemetery is a private cemetery located in Cape Collinson, on Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong. It is managed by The Hong Kong Buddhist Association. The cemetery was completed and opened in 1963.
1.3 miNW
Museum, History museum
Law Uk Folk Museum, Hong Kong
34 min walk • Law Uk is a former Hakka village house in Chai Wan, Hong Kong. Named after the surname of the family who lived in the house, it was built in the mid-18th century during the Qing Dynasty, about 90 years before the British took possession of Hong Kong Island.
1.4 miNW
Park
Chai Wan Park, Hong Kong
36 min walk • Chai Wan Park is one of the largest parks in Hong Kong. Located in Chai Wan of Hong Kong near Chai Wan station, it occupies 6.55 hectares.
~1630 ftSW
Beach, Outdoor activities, Park
Big Wave Bay Beach, Hong Kong
8 min walk • Big Wave Bay Beach is a gazetted beach next to Big Wave Bay, Shek O, Southern District, Hong Kong. The beach has barbecue pits and is managed by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department of the Hong Kong Government.
1.3 miNW
Temple
Tin Hau temples in Hong Kong, Hong Kong
33 min walk • Tin Hau temples in Hong Kong are dedicated to Tin Hau. Over 100 temples are dedicated to Tin Hau in Hong Kong. A list of these temples can be found below.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Pottinger Peak?

Nearby attractions include Big Wave Bay Beach, Hong Kong (8 min walk), Cape Collinson, Hong Kong (10 min walk), Siu Sai Wan, Hong Kong (24 min walk).

How to get to Pottinger Peak by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pottinger Peak:

Bus

Big Wave Bay • Lines: 9 (12 min walk)
小巴站 (22 min walk)

Metro

Chai Wan • Lines: Isl (34 min walk)