Big Buddha Hong Kong: Tourist Trap or MUST-SEE? [YouTube Bonus]

About this episode

DeAndre Coke explores whether the Big Buddha in Hong Kong is worth visiting, sharing tips and experiences from his honeymoon.

In this YouTube bonus episode of the BoldlyGo Podcast, we take you inside one of Hong Kong's most famous attractions to answer a simple question: Is the Big Buddha at Ngong Ping truly worth your limited vacation time? DeAndre shares his firsthand experience visiting the iconic Tian Tan Buddha during the first stop of his 33 day honeymoon through Asia and the South Pacific. Traveling solo while Taryn recovered from an ear infection, he breaks down the exact route from Hong Kong Island, how to avoid common tourist mistakes, and why booking a guided tour may be unnecessary. Along the way, he reveals a smarter way to purchase cable car tickets, explains how to navigate Hong Kong's transit system, and shares practical tips that can save travelers both time and money. Beyond the logistics, this episode explores the full experience of Ngong Ping Village, the breathtaking cable car ride over the South China Sea, climbing the famous 268 steps to the Big Buddha, and discovering the often overlooked Po Lin Monastery and Hall of 10,000 Buddhas. DeAndre also discusses how technology like Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses enhanced the experience by helping translate cultural landmarks and provide…

People in this episode

Host: DeAndre Coke

Topics covered

• travel tips
• Hong Kong attractions
• Big Buddha
• Ngong Ping
• cultural experiences
• smart travel
• honeymoon

Keywords

• Big Buddha
• Ngong Ping
• Hong Kong travel
• cable car tickets
• travel tips
• Po Lin Monastery
• Meta Ray-Ban

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses

Books & works: Big Buddha, Tian Tan Buddha

Places: Hong Kong, Ngong Ping, South China Sea, Po Lin Monastery, Hall of 10,000 Buddhas

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