Kwok Shui Park is one of those neighborhood skateparks; the ones that aren't connected to a larger…read morepark and is a stand-alone playground. As such, it is a bare bones park - no toilets, no water fountains, no conveniences that I know of. For some, these are best type of parks while for others, they may want the convenience of skatepark connected to a larger park. As a skatepark, it has all the basic obstacles: rails, stairs, fun boxes and a general street plaza. Ollie and flip tricks can be practiced, as well as the occasional slide and grind tricks. Trees surround the park and there is a shed area if it should rain or if its too sunny. I find this park great fun, especially for those who live around the area. I've only ever been to it once but I enjoyed the simplicity of the park, so much so that we stayed for over 4 hours. It is easily accessible, and although it is situated roadside, it doesn't get too dusty. Apart from skateboarding, the park can also be used for inline skating aka rollerblading. The easiest way to get to the skatepark is via MTR, drop off at Tai Wo Hau station. There aren't a lot of skaters around these parts, so if you find yourself always skating at Mei Foo or the other bigger parks, come try out the skatepark here to practice your tricks. Make sure that you bring your own water when you come to this park as there are no refreshment kiosks nearby.

I've already reviewed a couple of playgrounds around Wan Chai...but, no I'm not a child, I just…read morereally like these little spaces that you can find in every district. In fact, I think it's quite unique to Hong Kong. In many other cities I've been to playgrounds are always within a park so there aren't so many and they're usually busier. The Lockhart Road one is bigger than most others around (Ship Street, Spring Garden Lane...) with the exception of Southourn Playground but it's usually quieter. In the mornings it's mainly a crossing point for busy workers but I've seen some elderly working out there really early too. In fact there is a fitness corner for them exclusively with a pull-down machine, walking tiles and tai chi wheels. There are signs explaining how to use them and what their main functions are. For the children there are some sledges but the biggest surface is taken up by the basketball court which is often used in the evenings. There are benches all around the playground, which is great if you just want to go there to chill out, probably better to sit farthest from Lockhart as it's a lot quieter on the side of Jaffe Road. It's mostly sheltered so it's usually easy to find a good spot on a sunny day. And if chilling out if what you need, then it's best to avoid evenings when games take place. Also a great place to have you take away lunch if you work around Wan Chai!

Hong Kong Park / Admiralty (Hong Kong) -- For the swarms of tourists that trundle down from…read moreVictoria Peak, I am amazed how just a few actually entered this bucolic park when they get off the tram. Jamie W and I were pretty much the only ones who walked into the park, which was totally fine by us. I was surprised to find out it was only built in 1991 because it felt well established as an urban oasis. Because it's on a hillside, the landscape is scrupulously terraced connected by leisurely paths festooned with flowers. The central pond was quite a draw for serious photographers with huge lotus plants, turtles sunning themselves on the rocks, and colorful schools of koi converging on the shoreline. Do yourself a favor and take twenty minutes to step away from the dim sum table and enjoy the nature. RELATED - Exploring Hong Kong? Here's my collection of places I've visited and reviewed: https://bit.ly/3AGgadg

This is an awesome park with very cool attractions, nice water exhibits/gardens, and a tea ware…read moremuseum. Also HK has the most adorable trash cans ever, which are on full display in this park. Was t able to check out the areas near the mountain or higher up but will do so next time. Highly recommended!

Really a lovely little park located behind the Lei Cheng Uk Hom Tomb Museum (and thus why we were…read morein the area). Maybe a 3.5 as it comes to HK public parks. Nicely landscaped, wooden benches with full backrests and loads of shade by the mature trees about.

While in Hong Kong, I was looking for some parks to take the kids to. Settled on the Sham Shui Po…read morePark after reading that their slide was one of the longest in HK. There was a pretty good play structure here with some height to it and indeed, it had a long slide that the kids quite enjoyed. The play areas were divided into different sections including an interesting set up for the swings where they were all facing each other inside a polygon structure that led to possibilities of feet touching each other to the delight of the children. Most surprisingly though was a water play area I didn't expect. Luckily I had a change of clothing for the kids and the spent quite a bit of time getting wet with the other kids... Would definitely recommend...

Wonderful park with different decor for each entrance on the Nathan side. Love it with the…read moreanimated characters...and painting on the floor. Well maintained and couple or several water fountains. We just walked through but felt safe plus felt not in a city rather in a fun relaxing atmosphere vibe. And it is right in the middle of a busiest street in HK.

A beautiful, well-maintained park with multiple geyser water fountains, lush foliage, sculptures,…read moreand lots of places for sitting and enjoying the ambiance. There's even a hedge maze and avenue of HK comics. It's well lit at night, safe and clean. Excellent place to visit or just walk around.

I love how Hong Kong has gardens and sitting out areas peppered around the island. They can be…read morehidden and pop up where you least expect it; it's always fun to discover one when you're roaming the streets! To access this one, you'd have to walk up the steep hill that is Aberdeen Street or the hidden staircase off Staunton St, unless you're coming from Caine Road for which you're lucky to walk downwards. You'll find a lot of benches, some covered, some not, along with a playground. Perfect to enjoy on a nice day. It's close proximity to PMQ and the Midlevels escalators makes it an ideal stop for tourists who may be overwhelmed by the hustle and bustle, locals who need a break, and those who have small children who want to run around.

This beautiful aviary offers a nice break and contrast from the hustle and bustle of the city and…read moretall buildings yonder. I have been here 3 times and have loved every inch of this 30,000 sq ft open space that I walked through. For me bonding with nature and learning about some of the beautiful 650 or so species of birds has been a relaxing and educating revelation with simultaneous great cardio with the many, many stairs and " vertical walks". It is a refreshing reminder that life really is simple and there is love in every species and situation all over the world. Loved learning about and seeing the blue eyed Bali myna, the rainbow lorikeets, the pigeons and this gorgeous Java sparrow family( photo). Barely scratched the surface. The entrance is free. Open daily from 9 to 5. Daylight throughout as the sun sets around 6:25 these days. Water bottles are allowed. To my fellow Yelpers with kids and grandkids- please do come and enjoy this great simulation of a rainforest and laugh along with the fun thrushes in the Edward Youde Aviary in the very south of the Hong Kong Park.

It's a zoo for birds!…read more The Edward Youde Aviary is located inside Hong Kong Park. It's actual location places it near the upper edge of the southern slope of the park, so be prepared for a vertical walk in order to reach it. I suppose it depends on how you enter the park, but chances are you will find a few hills and sets of steps regardless of how you enter the park. Just follow the well posted signs. The little climb though is worth the walk, for the bird sanctuary is actually quite peaceful and lovely. The aviary does not charge admission and is free and open to the public from 9AM to 5PM daily. It is almost like a si-fi bio, mesh dome for birds and various plants parked in the middle of the city. In addition to the actual aviary, there is a caged area with some special bird breeds that are not located inside the the aviary (I have read that the large hornbills, for example, often prey on smaller birds and thus have to be kept in a special area). The actual aviary was unexpectedly clean, well kept and tranquil. If I was a bird in Hong Kong, this would be like a spa and I would want to hang out here! You pass through some bright neon green chain link curtains to enter the aviary. The sounds of birds, the fresh air of all the fauna, the sound of water falling from the little waterfall into the small lake, and the raised wooden walkway that guides you through made me think I had entered another world away from Hong Kong. There are around 600 birds of 75 different species inside the aviary. It is a peaceful place to just be. They encourage you to be very quite while in the aviary to not disrupt the birds and for an optimal experience entering the habitat.