Swimming | best beaches in hong kong for families
Decathlon has handpicked 6 beaches in Repulse Bay, Sai Kung, Stanley, etc. Enjoy the water activities on the beach in Hong Kong with your kids this summer!

Repulse bay beach
Repulse Bay Beach has always been known for its clear water and soft sand. Many tourists and local families come to this beach on Hong Kong Island with their kids. The total length of the crescent-shaped Repulse Bay Beach is about 292 metres. The beach is a good place for beachgoers who would like a nice meal in a restaurant or comprehensive facilities such as umbrellas or chairs. The blue calm waters make it the perfect spot for an invigorating dip during the heatwave. Jump in on the boiling hot weekend!
How to get there: Citybus 6X, 260 or 973; Minibus 40 or 52; get off at Repulse Bay
Eateries nearby: The Pulse
Facilities: Restaurant, kiosk, changing room, shower, toilet, raft, beach volleyball court
Activities: Swimming and beach volleyball
Address: Beach road, Repulse Bay
Stanley main beach
Stanley Main Beach in the east of Stanley is near the hub of Stanley. This is the place if you are chasing sun-rays, beach waves and sunsets. The convenient location and the water sports centre nearby where you can rent kayak and windsurfing gear usually attracts more crowds. We strongly recommend this beach for all-around family fun and activities on holiday.
How to get there: Bus 6, 6A, 6X, 66 or 260; Minibus 40
Eateries nearby: Stanley Plaza, Stanley Market, Murray House
Facilities: Kiosk, barbecue site, changing room, shower, toilet, raft
Activities: Kayak, windsurfing, swimming
Address: Stanley Beach Road, Stanley
South bay beach
South Bay Beach is close to Repulse Bay Beach. As it is surrounded by mountains and there is no direct access, people usually get off at Repulse Bay Beach and walk for about 30 minutes. The more remote location makes this beach quieter than the others but it also became a big hit for foreign tourists due to its clear water and soft sand. South Bay Beach also offers SUP yoga, kayak and other water sports experiences. If you don't mind taking a short trip, you can easily spend a day just chilling and enjoying the tranquillity of South Bay Beach.
How to get there: Citybus 6, 260 or 973; Minibus 40 or 52, get off at Repulse Bay and walk 30 min to South Bay Beach
Eateries nearby: No, please bring your own food
Facilities: Kiosk, barbecue site, changing room, shower, bathing shed and raft
Activities: SUP, SUP yoga, kayak, swimming
Address: South Bay Road, Repulse Bay
Trio beach, sai kung
Trio Beach is a beach located in the middle of Sai Kung Peninsula near Pak Sha Wan. Compared with other beaches, Trio Beach is less accessible as visitors need to take a boat from Pak Sha Wan. Regardless of weekdays or holidays, you will find less people on Trio Beach. It has been rated as the first-class water quality for a long time. That's why people come all the way here for a little adventure by snorkelling from the store. You will find surprises here and spot some vivid marine wildlife.
How to get there: Minibus 1, 1A or 101, then take 10-minute boat to Trio Beach
Eateries nearby: No, please bring your own food
Facilities: Kiosk, barbecue site, changing room, shower, bathing shed and raft
Activities: SUP, SUP yoga, kayak, swimming
Address: Trio Beach, Pak Sha Wan, Sai Kung
Kwun yam beach, cheung chau
If you are a thrill-seeker, Kwun Yam Beach in Cheung Chau may be the one. It draws many surfers every summer to feel the thrill of riding the waves. Kwun Yam Beach is near Warwick Hotel in Cheung Chau. It takes about 15 minutes to walk from the Cheung Chau pier to the beach. Surfing gear is extremely accessible for rental at the water sports centre on Kwun Yam Beach. You can enjoy the beach with your kids in the best possible way in Hong Kong.
How to get there: Walk 5 minutes towards Warwick Hotel, Cheung Chau from Tung Wan Beach
Eateries nearby: Cheung Chau main street
Facilities: Kiosk, changing room, shower, toilet and raft
Activities: Windsurfing, kayak, surfing, swimming
Address: Hak Pai Road, Cheung Chau
Tung wan beach, cheung chau
Tung Wan Beach is another signature in Cheung Chau. Tung Wan Beach is the largest beach in Cheung Chau, where you can follow the signs and reach there in 10 minutes on foot from the Cheung Chau Pier. Standing at the long narrow Tung Wan Beach with clear water, you can even see Lamma Island from there!
How to get there: Walk 10 minutes from Cheung Chau Pier
Eateries nearby: Cheung Chau main street
Facilities: Kiosk, changing room, shower, toilet and raft
Activities: SUP, kayak, swimming
Address: Cheung Chau Beach Road, Cheung Chau