Is Repulse Bay Beach free, and can I swim there?

Entry is free, the 500-metre stretch of golden sand has lifeguards, and food shacks line the back. Swimming is best from May to October; in winter the water drops below 20 C and feels cold. Surfboard rentals are available at the south end for about HK$120 a half day. It is Hong Kong Island's most popular beach, so expect summer crowds.

How do I get to Repulse Bay from Central?

Buses 6, 6A or 260 leave from Central Exchange Square and reach Repulse Bay in around 45 minutes for roughly HK$10 by Octopus card. The 260 takes the scenic south-coast cliff route. From the beach, bus 6 continues about ten minutes to Stanley, so the two pair naturally into one south-side day.

What are the statues at the end of Repulse Bay Beach?

At the eastern end stands a colourful 1990s shrine cluster with large Tin Hau (sea goddess) and Kwun Yum (Goddess of Mercy) statues, plus a small 'lucky bridge' that is a popular, if touristy, photo spot. It is open-air and free to walk through, and it gives the beach a distinctive backdrop beyond the sand and sea.

Repulse Bay Beach, Hong Kong: Map & Visitor's Guide (2026)

HK Island’s most popular beach — golden sand, the 1990s Tin Hau + Kwun Yum statues at the east end, summer crowds.

At a glance

What it is: Outdoors
Also known as: 浅水湾 (Qiǎnshuǐ Wān)
Opening hours: Always open
Time needed: Half day (4-5 hours)
Best time to visit: May-October weekday
Getting there: Taxi / DiDi from metro
English: Full English menu
Cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Entry: Walk-in — no booking
Wi-Fi: Free Wi-Fi
Address: Repulse Bay, Hong Kong Island · 浅水湾

Repulse Bay Beach map & getting there

Map of Repulse Bay Beach (浅水湾) in Hong Kong — nearby streets and metro stations

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Taxi / DiDi? Show the driver: 浅水湾 · Repulse Bay, Hong Kong Island

Repulse Bay is the canonical ‘Hong Kong Island beach day’ — 500m of golden sand, lifeguards, food shacks, the iconic Tin Hau and Kwun Yum (Goddess of Mercy) statues at the eastern end (the ‘lucky bridge’ between them is a touristy photo op). Free entry. Surfboard rentals at the south end (HK$120/half day). Best swimming May-October; water temperature drops below 20°C in winter. Bus 6 or 6A or 260 from Central Exchange Square (45 min, HK$10). Combine with Stanley (10-min bus 6 onward). The cluster of high-end seafood restaurants on Repulse Bay Road has Michelin guide picks — Spices restaurant (HK$300-500/person) is the classic Sunday brunch.

Highlights

Kwun Yum + Tin Hau Statues1990s; east-end lucky bridge photo
Spices RestaurantMichelin-listed; Sunday brunch HK$400-600

What Chinese travelers actually do here

Distilled from Chinese-language travel notes — the practical tips most English guides miss.

Come on a weekday from May to October; summer weekends bury the sand under crowds and umbrellas.
The statue shrine and ‘lucky bridge’ at the east end is the photo everyone wants, so shoot it early before queues form.
Surfboard rentals cluster at the south end if you want more than sunbathing.
For lunch, the Michelin-listed Spices on Repulse Bay Road does a classic Sunday brunch, but budget several hundred dollars per head.
Stay on the bus past the beach to reach Stanley in about ten more minutes and combine both in one trip.
Winter visits are scenic but the water turns too cold to swim, so treat it as a stroll-and-photo stop then.
Arrive mid-morning for parking-free public transport ease; the small beachfront fills fast on warm afternoons.

Photos

Colorful umbrellas line Repulse Bay Beach under clear skies in Hong Kong, offering a serene summer escape.

Scenic view of Kowloon beach with lush green hills under a clear blue sky.

A serene beach with golden sand, clear water, and a city skyline in the background.

A tranquil seaside scene in Hong Kong, featuring boats on a sandy beach with a coastal village in the background.

Sunlit view of Shek O Beach featuring a lifeguard hut, sunbathers, and scenic cliffs.

Stunning night view of Kowloon's illuminated skyline reflecting on the waterfront.

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A tranquil beach scene with turquoise waters and people enjoying the sandy shore.

Tranquil beach scene on Lamma Island, Hong Kong with clear blue skies and lush greenery.

Aerial view of a scenic coastal golf course in Hong Kong, surrounded by lush greenery and the ocean.

Enjoy windsurfing and sailing in Hong Kong's picturesque waters, framed by lush green hills.

A breathtaking aerial view of the lush landscape and serene waters at Tai Long Wan Bay, Hong Kong.

A hiker with a backpack photographs a breathtaking coastal view from a railinged viewpoint.

Beautiful aerial view of Sai Kung Peninsula's sandy beach and turquoise waters.

Explore the serene Hong Kong harbor with boats docked under a clear blue sky.

Frequently asked questions about Repulse Bay Beach

Is Repulse Bay Beach free, and can I swim there?: Entry is free, the 500-metre stretch of golden sand has lifeguards, and food shacks line the back. Swimming is best from May to October; in winter the water drops below 20 C and feels cold. Surfboard rentals are available at the south end for about HK$120 a half day. It is Hong Kong Island’s most popular beach, so expect summer crowds.
How do I get to Repulse Bay from Central?: Buses 6, 6A or 260 leave from Central Exchange Square and reach Repulse Bay in around 45 minutes for roughly HK$10 by Octopus card. The 260 takes the scenic south-coast cliff route. From the beach, bus 6 continues about ten minutes to Stanley, so the two pair naturally into one south-side day.
What are the statues at the end of Repulse Bay Beach?: At the eastern end stands a colourful 1990s shrine cluster with large Tin Hau (sea goddess) and Kwun Yum (Goddess of Mercy) statues, plus a small ‘lucky bridge’ that is a popular, if touristy, photo spot. It is open-air and free to walk through, and it gives the beach a distinctive backdrop beyond the sand and sea.