It is worth the effort to visit this beautiful and peaceful site! The Cable car was closed for Maintenance when we were there recently but the sight of that huge Buddha sitting on top of the mountain is amazing no matter what your religious beliefs ... or how you get there! The setting is lovely and there are areas to... More

We visited the Monastery on out last day in Hong Kong since we had a midnight flight and the airport is very close. The taxi from the airport to the Big Buddha cost 180 HK dollars. The cable car wasn't working the day of our visit. The area around the monastery is very beautiful, i could spend hours walking. Of... More

Absolutely worth the trip to Lantau Island to go here. The Giant Buddha is incredible, there are wonderful walking trails around it and the Monastery its self is gorgeous and peaceful. I went early in the day 8am, and it was not crowded, but when i left around 2pm there were hoards of buses arriving...so try to go early. Also,... More

Lovely place to walk up to, after the cable car ride, and a brisk walk up to see the Buddha

Monks with Rolex watches and driving fancy cars? That's new to me. I prefer Thailand by far. The Big Buddha was only built to cash on tourism.

I visited Hong Kong with my sister in August of 2006 and our trip to Po Lin remains a standout. The bus trip to get there goes through some incredible scenery and the monastery and Buddha are incredible sights. We also opted for the famous vegetarian dining at the monastery, which was possibly the best meal I've ever had (and... More

A must see if you are in Hong Kong. We visited the monastery as a package tour for the day. Included was early hotel pick up and drop off via bus to ferry. Lantau is very peaceful compared to the buzz of Hong Kong, so great if you'd like to get away from the crowds. Our bus tour guide was... More

I have always wanted to visit the Po Lin Monastery and the Great Budha statue since I have been coming to Hong Kong on business. Well this weekend I had that chance and regret not going sooner. The wait to get tickets is rather long. I wish I had gone online beforehand and book my ticket. That wold have made... More

Po Lin is definatey worth a visit. There is a smell of incense as you walk through which adds to the atmosphere. The main temple is beautifully decorated with three massive Buddhist statues and exquisite paintings on the ceiling and dragon carvings on the beams outside. I would recommend this attraction to anyone.