Walks · Our pick in Hong Kong
The Dragon’s Back
A ridge above the sea
About The Dragon’s Back
The Dragon’s Back follows a ridge in Shek O Country Park, on the south-east of Hong Kong Island, with views over the sea. Take water and avoid the midday heat in summer.
Why it's on our list
- Ridge walk
- Sea views
- Take water
Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with The Dragon’s Back before you go.
What’s nearby
Distances from The Dragon’s Back are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 12 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.
Key sights
- Avenue of Stars9.1 kmCar or taxi 35 min
- Hong Kong Park9.3 kmCar or taxi 36 min
- The Peak Tram9.5 kmCar or taxi 37 min
- The Star Ferry (Tsim Sha Tsui)9.7 kmCar or taxi 37 min
- LANDMARK9.8 kmCar or taxi 38 min
- Tai Kwun10 kmCar or taxi 39 min
- Man Mo Temple11 kmCar or taxi 41 min
- M+11 kmCar or taxi 41 min
Main railway stations
- Hong Kong Station (Airport Express)9.9 kmCar or taxi 38 min
- Hong Kong West Kowloon Station11 kmCar or taxi 41 min