How often does the Peak Tram Run?
Bus 15C runs from 10:00 am to 11:40 pm (daily). The Frequency is about 15-20min on weekdays and 10-15min on weekends and holidays. It’s not an option if you want to pay an early visit to Peak Tram (Peak Tram starts 7:00 am). In case you take MTR to Central, the closest exit to the Bus No.
What time does Peak Tram start?
The service operates from 7am to 11-30pm from Admiralty and 8am to midnight from the Peak.
Is Peak Tram running?
The Peak Tram is temporarily suspended for Peak Tram Upgrade Project.
Where does the Peak Tram go?
The Peak Tram is a funicular railway in Hong Kong, which carries both tourists and residents to the upper levels of Hong Kong Island. Running from Garden Road Admiralty to Victoria Peak via the Mid-Levels, it provides the most direct route and offers good views over the harbour and skyscrapers of Hong Kong.
When did the Peak Tram open?
May 1888
FIVE GENERATIONS OF PEAK TRAM In May 1888, the Tramway was officially opened by the Governor, Sir William Des Voeux.
How steep is the Peak Tram?
between 4 to 25.7 degrees
Getting to the Peak by the Peak Tram is an unforgettable experience. One of the world’s oldest and most famous funicular railways, the tram rises to 396 metres (about 1,300 feet) above sea level. It is so steep that the buildings you pass look like they are leaning a gradient of between 4 to 25.7 degrees!
How much is the tram to The Peak in Hong Kong?
Ticket Price
| Adult Ticket | Round-trip | HK$ 52 |
|---|---|---|
| One-way | HK$ 37 | |
| Discount Ticket (Children: 3 – 11 years old; Seniors: >= 65 years old ) | Round-trip | HK$ 23 |
| One-way | HK$ 14 |
What can we do at The Peak?
Attractions and their Opening Hours
- A ride on the Peak Tram. Try out the Peak tram!
- Enjoy the Victoria Harbor View. Go to the Viewing Terrace of the Peak Tower to enjoy a full view of the harbour.
- A nice walk on the Peak.
- Madame Tussauds wax models museum.
- Making wax models.
- Lunch / tea or dinner on the Peak.
Is Victoria Peak Open?
Public parks such as the Victoria Peak Garden on Mount Austin Road are open 24 hours every day. While often visited for the view the visitor should not forget that The Peak encompasses a wide range of dining options, from the casual to the sophisticated.
How old is the Peak Tram?
In 1882 approval was granted and the Hong Kong High Level Tramways Company was born. With the commencement of service on 30 May 1888, the Peak Tram became the first cable funicular in Asia, extending 1,350 metres and connecting five intermediate stations.
How does the Peak Tram work?
The Peak Tram is a funicular system with two trams in operation at all times, balancing each other on a single haulage cable that leads from the winding house at the top of the incline. The cable means both trams move at the same time, one moving upwards, the other downwards.
Why was the peak tram built?
After the war, a 62 seat, all-metal tramcar was introduced to meet the increasing demand of the local population. To protect passengers from the weather, a fully enclosed, lightweight, all-aluminum tramcar with 72 seats was put in service. The Peak Tram 5th generation was introduced in 1989.
Is Victoria Peak and The Peak the same?
The surrounding area of public parks, tourist facilities and high-value residential land is the area that is normally meant by the name The Peak. The Peak also refers to Victoria Peak itself and its nearby areas, including Victoria Gap, Mount Kellett and Mount Gough.
How much is the ticket to The Peak Hong Kong?
SKY TERRACE 428 TICKETS
| Admission | |
|---|---|
| ADULT | HK$ 75 |
| CHILD (AGED 3 – 11) SENIOR (AGED 65 or above) Concession* | HK$ 38 |
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How many people go to The Peak?
The Peak Tram Today, this is one of the world’s oldest funicular railways and can be enjoyed by everyone. It has become one of Hong Kong’s most popular tourist attractions, welcoming more than 6 million patrons a year.
How much is the entrance fee in Victoria Peak?
Victoria Peak is a district of Hong Kong Island and itself is a public place you can go without paying any fees. However, many of the interesting things such as Madame Tussauds do of course admission fees.
What time does Victoria Peak close?
From Monday to Friday, The Peak Tower opens at 10 am and closes at 11 pm. On Weekends and public holidays, it opens at 8 am. The closing time continues to be 11 pm even on holidays.
Who owns the Peak?
The Peak Publications Society
The Peak (newspaper)
| Type | Weekly Student Newspaper |
|---|---|
| School | Simon Fraser University |
| Owner(s) | The Peak Publications Society |
| Founded | 1965 |
| Headquarters | MBC 2901, 8888 University Dr., Burnaby, BC |
How much is the tram to Victoria Peak?
HK$ 52
Peak Tram
| Peak Tram Tickets | ||
|---|---|---|
| Return | Single | |
| Adult | HK$ 52 | HK$ 37 |
| Child (age 3 – 11) Senior (age 65 or above) | HK$ 23 | HK$ 14 |