Overview

Although mainly a small village with a traditionally Chinese community ambience, Shek O is also home to some of Hong Kong's wealthiest families, who live in luxurious mansions perched along the headland. A number of restaurants and cafés within the village and along the sandy beach offer refreshments in relaxing open-air surroundings, making this one of Hong Kong's most popular seaside destinations. Even though it is around two hours travel from Central, it is well worth the trip.